Lenten Fish Fries begin February 28
\nOffice on Aging to offer workshops
\nHazel I. Finday Manor needs volunteers
\nMMDHD Calendar \u2013 March, 2020
\nMoolenaar announces staff office hours for March<\/p>\n
Lenten Fish Fries begin February 28<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The annual Knights of Columbus Lenten Fish Fry will be offered beginning February 28. Subsequent dinners will be held on March 6, 13, 20, 27 and April 3.<\/p>\n There will be Baked and Fried Fish with all the fixings available for $12. The public is welcome from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Take Outs available (989) 224-1225. Columbian Hall 1108 N. US-27 in St. Johns.<\/p>\n Office on Aging to offer workshops<\/strong><\/p>\n Powerful Tools for Caregivers<\/em> is an interactive program designed to help family caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for a family member or friend. This program will give You, the family caregiver, tools to: This program is not intended for professional caregivers. We meet for 2 \u00bd hours once per week for 6 weeks. The workshop is free of charge, but donations are accepted. Suggested donation is $25.00 for the 6-week workshop. Pre-registration is required. To register, call Tri-County Office on Aging at 517-887-1465.<\/p>\n What: Powerful Tools for Caregivers workshop ******<\/p>\n A Matter of Balance<\/em>: Managing Concerns about Falls is an interactive workshop which promotes the belief that falling and fears about falling are controllable. It aims to reduce fall risk, increase physical activity, and reduce fears about falling.<\/p>\n Although the workshop is primarily discussion, it does include an exercise program designed to increase balance, strength, coordination, and stability. Caregivers and significant others are encouraged to register and attend as active participants.<\/p>\n The Workshop is free of charge but donations are accepted ($25 suggested donation, but it is not required). Pre-registration is required. To register, call Tri-County Office on Aging at 517-887-1465.<\/p>\n What: Matter of Balance workshop Workshop offered in partnership with MSU Extension.<\/p>\n Hazel I. Finday Manor needs volunteers<\/strong><\/p>\n An hour a Day can make a Difference. Volunteer at Hazel I Findlay Country Manor.<\/p>\n Assistance is needed for various Activities including Bingo, Playing cards and games, or to just chat, transporting residents to and from group activities and meals.<\/p>\n Volunteers also are needed to provide companionship to residents as they travel to and from appointments. No experience is needed.<\/p>\n Applicants must be able to maintain confidentiality.<\/p>\n If you would like to make a difference in someone\u2019s life, please visit Hazel I Findlay Country Manor at 1101 S. Scott rd St. Johns, MI and fill out an application today. You can call 989-224-8936 if you have any questions.<\/p>\n Criminal Background checks are required. The cost is born by the Manor.<\/p>\n MMDHD Calendar<\/strong> – March, 2020<\/p>\n Family Planning Clinic Schedule<\/em><\/p>\n The Mid-Michigan District Health Department\u2019s Family Planning Clinics provide confidential care to men and women in need of contraception and reproductive health services. Charges for services and supplies are based on income. The Family Planning Clinics are scheduled as follows:<\/p>\n Mid-Michigan District Health Department, 1307 E. Townsend Road, St. Johns, MI 48879<\/p>\n March 3: 8 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Clinic in Shiawassee County, 149 E Corunna Ave, Corunna MI<\/p>\n March 12: 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.<\/p>\n For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 224-2195, Option 5, Monday through Friday.<\/p>\n Hearing & Vision Screening Clinic<\/em><\/p>\n Vision screening is required for all children entering kindergarten. The Mid-Michigan District Health Department offers free vision testing, as well as hearing screening tests for all children ages 3 to 21. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 227-3125, Monday through Friday.<\/p>\n WIC Benefit Pick-Up Schedule<\/em><\/p>\n Pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants and children up to 5 years old may be eligible for free food through the WIC (Women, Infants & Children) program. The Mid-Michigan District Health Department WIC Benefit Pick-up Clinics are scheduled as follows:<\/p>\n March 4 For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 224-2195, Option 5, Monday through Friday.<\/p>\n \u201cIn accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) policy, this institution is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD).\u00a0USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.\u201d<\/p>\n Immunization Clinic<\/em><\/p>\n The Mid-Michigan District Health Department Immunization Clinics are to be held as follows:<\/p>\n Mid-Michigan District Health Department, 1307 E. Townsend Road, St. Johns, MI 48879<\/p>\n March 2: 8 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.<\/p>\n March 4: 8 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.<\/p>\n March 11: 8 a.m. to noon and 12:30 pm to 4:30 p.m.<\/p>\n March 19: 8 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.<\/p>\n March 23: 8 a.m. to noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Immunizations will be available for adults and children eight weeks of age through adulthood, appointments are preferred. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 224-2195, Option 5, Monday through Friday.<\/p>\n Moolenaar announces staff office hours for March<\/strong><\/p>\n March 5<\/p>\n 1:30 -2:30 p.m., DeWitt City Hall, Large Conference Room, 414 East Main Street, DeWitt, MI 48820<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Lenten Fish Fries begin February 28 Office on Aging to offer workshops Hazel I. 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\n– help reduce stress and guilt,
\n– communicate effectively, take care of yourself, and much more.<\/p>\n
\nWhere: Pilgrim United Methodist Church
\n2965 W. Parks Rd.
\nSt. Johns, MI
\nWhen: Tuesdays, March 31 \u2013 May 5, 2020 (6 weeks)
\n1:00 \u2013 3:30 p.m.
\nHow to register: Call Tri-County Office on Aging at 517-887-1465<\/p>\n
\nWhere: United Church of Ovid
\n131 W. Front St.
\nOvid
\nWhen: Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 14 \u2013 May 7
\n(meet on April 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, May 5, 7)
\n9:30 \u2013 11:30 a.m.
\nHow to register: Call Tri-County Office on Aging at 517-887-1465<\/p>\n
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\nMarch 10: 8 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
\nMarch 17: 8 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
\nMarch 24: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m..<\/p>\n
\nMarch 9: Mid-Michigan District Health Department, 1307 E. Townsend Road in St. Johns, from 9 a.m. to Noon and 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
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