HomeMy WebLinkAbout02.01.2022 COA February MinutesOshkosh Seniors Center
200 N. Campbell Rd.
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(920) 232-5300 (920) 232-5307 FAX
OSHKOSH COMMITTEE ON AGING (COA) MINUTES
February 1, 2022
A.) Ms. Richey called the meeting to order at 8:05 a.m.
B.) PRESENT: Judy Richey; Julie Kiefer; Mike Ford; Joanne Murphy Spice; Bryn Ceman; Julie
Davids; Julie Maslowski; Cheryl Hentz; Mike Norton
EXCUSED: Lindsay Temple; Heidi Basford-Kerkhof
ABSENT:
STAFF: Jean Wollerman, Senior Services Manager; Bobbie Jo Nagler, Activities Coordinator
C.) APPROVAL OF MINUTES: January 4, 2021 minutes approved as written: Ms. Hentz moved
to approve the minutes as written; Mrs. Maslowski seconded; ALL IN FAVOR, Motion carried
(9) to accept the minutes as written.
D.) CITIZEN COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS:
a. Mike Rohrkaste, 1417 Mahler Blvd Neenah; Executive Director of Fox Valley Memory
Project—Mr. Rohrkaste explained, Fox Valley Memory Project is a 501C3, the office is
located at 1800 Appleton Rd, Menasha WI and serve four counties; Calumet, Waupaca,
Winnebago and Outagamie. He explained they were in conjunction with the YMCA
and library for memory café’s as well as working with Alisa Richetti, Dementia Care
Specialist with the Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC). He stated they
were a recipient of a one million dollar grant (Administration for Community Living
Grant), for the next three years, to add new programs and services for the Fox Valley
area. He listed some new programs; Memory Link is an evidence based program that
will include two resource navigators that will work with families going through
challenges for as long as needed, 1st program to be opened in Wisconsin; Partner with
Soar Fox Cities, he stated people with down syndrome are 50% more likely to develop
Alzheimer’s as they age into their 40;s and 50’s, these program are to be started
sometime in March; starting February 3 Mind Works; 3 hour class at the library, no
need for caregivers to be present, there are four locations for this program between
Appleton and Menasha. See Julie Davids for information as she is a volunteer for that
program. Mrs. Ceman suggested advertising in the ADRC monthly newsletter.
E.) PUBLIC COMMENT ONAGENDA ITEMS: None
F.) PRESENTATION:
a. Michael Ford, City of Oshkosh Council Member-Oshkosh City Government, Boards
and Commissions, importance of citizen input; (See attachment A- What’s the Deal
with Oshkosh Government) Mr. Ford provided a presentation explaining the City of
Oshkosh’s Government. Mr. Norton stated there was a problem with flexibility and
pay, the same as the county; Mr. Ford replied that it was a problem across Wisconsin
for all local government within the first year of COVID, it is hard to work remotely.
G.) OLD BUSINESS: None
H.) NEW BUSINESS:
a. Discussion of Current Scams-Mrs. Murphy Spice stated the County is no longer calling
people with results of COVID test and no one would ask questions, if the caller asks
you questions or states they have your results if you provide information, it is a scam.
b. Ms. Richey shared information regarding free COVID tests. (See attachment B- Free At
Home COVID Tests) Ms. Richey questioned what the steps are once you complete an
at home COVID test; Mrs. Murphy Spice responded that the person needs to do
nothing but follow current protocol, she stated currently it is 5 days of isolation. She
stated if there are any questions always call or view the County Health Department
from 8 am-4:30 pm at 920.232.3000; county health department website has where
testing sites are located, days and times. She explained the State Department of Health
website has free kits along with updated changes, one should get tested five days after
being exposed. Mrs. Murphy Spice explained the National Guard is no longer
assisting at SunnyView, they are helping with assisted living facilities, Accelerated
Labs is the new team assisting at SunnyView and once tested you should receive
results in24 hours and they do test under 2 years of age. She explained again, that
Winnebago County Health Department will not call or send letters, you will receive a
test message or an email, if over 65 years of age you will receive a recorded phone
message. Mr. Ford questioned what the hours were at SunnyView; Mrs. Murphy
Spice responded for testing 9 am – 5 pm Monday through Friday and “Walk in
Wednesday from 1 pm – 6 pm for vaccinations.
I.) OTHER BUSINESS:
a. Upcoming community events for Older Adults-Mrs. Ceman provided some handouts
to members. (See attachment C- Wisconsin’s Family Caregiver Support Programs,
Attachment D- Wise Wisconsin, attachment E- Caregivers Teleconnection) Mrs.
Wollerman provided “The Current” newsletter to all members and stated the “Mugs
for Rugs” program is now located at the north building, with your free mug you can
receive a free fill of coffee at one of the supporting locations. Mrs. Kiefer stated
Learning in Retirement spring semester started today. She stated there was a variety
of virtual and in person classes, price of $50. Ms. Richey congratulated Ms. Hentz’s
interview with the Warming Shelter. Ms. Hentz stated there will be a show on
dementia/Alzheimer. Mrs. Davids reminded members to contact her if they were
interested in volunteering for Mind Works. Mrs. Murphy Spice stated there was a one
program coming in May; Stand Up and Move More, meet once a week for four weeks.
She explained sitting and not moving is the same as smoking 15 cigarette a day.
J.) ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Norton moved to adjourn at 8:55 am, Ms. Hentz seconded, ALL IN
FAVOR, Motion carried to adjourn at 8:55 am.
NEXT MEETING: March 1, 2022;
8 am City Hall
Respectfully Submitted,
Bobbie Luft
Activities Coordinator, Senior Services