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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes OSHKOSH COMMITTEE ON AGING MINUTES NOVEMBER 5, 2008 Present: , Kimberly Bauer, Peggy BellinClaude Benedict, Jesse Fillmore, Ann Jungwirth, Ruth McGinley, Joan Rogers, Glenn Steinbrecher and Corky Abraham, Chairman Excused: Dr. Jean Caudle, Harold Singstock Staff: Mark Ziemer, Director of Senior Services, and Vickie Rand, Office Assistant Chairman Abraham called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m. Motion Chairman Abraham called for approval of the October 1, 2008 Meeting Minutes. by Fillmore for approval of the October 1, 2008 meeting minutes as mailed. Seconded by Benedict. Unanimous. Motion Carried. CORRESPONDENCE Mark stated he had received e-mails from Juliette Sturkins and Judith Rogers who are interested in becoming members, although Judith Rogers resides out of town and would be able to be an Associate Member only. DIRECTOR’S REPORT: MARK ZIEMER Mark reported the following: ? Passed around a draft of the Caregivers brochure that the Caregivers Coalition is producing. He asked the members to critique it and add anything they feel may be beneficial, or that would make it an attractive piece for people to pick up. ? Presentation at UW-Oshkosh for Learning in Retirement. He stated they need a stronger relationship and discussed how to help each other fill tours and hold educational programs on our campus, free of charge. ? Veteran’s Day will be celebrated here with a free breakfast and program. ? Monday will be the first of three meetings with the City Health Nurses to discuss servicing older adults, as the City Health Nurses focus is on younger members of the community, and more attention is going to be needed with the aging population, and the Centers Nurse load is growing. Discussion followed. ? Attended a TRIAD Meeting where they are working to improve attendance to strengthen the outreach which focuses on the financial, emotional and physical needs of seniors. ? Met with SHARE program representative to see if there’s a need for the Center to be a satellite location Committee On Aging Minutes November 5, 2008 1 ? Focus Groups are finished and the information is being compiled to be incorporated into the Master Plan. The next steps would be to employ an engineer and architect to draw up plans for the renovation of the North Facility, do a feasibility study, and determine the cost. ? The Mid-Morning Kiwanis is no longer meeting here as they feel they are having trouble attracting new members to meet at the “Seniors Center”. They are being challenged by the State to form a new group, and perhaps a “Golden K” Kiwanis group, made up of retired members, would be a better fit. COMMITTEE REPORTS CWAG Report: Ann Jungwirth stated Dr. Caudle was at the last meeting and she is not present today. Senior Center Board Liaison Report : Claude Benedict stated the Senior Center Board discussed: ? The Seniors Center Nurse’s work load ? The Facilities Committee discussed the aging furnaces and air conditioning equipment and if the City would help with the expense should replacements be needed. ? Health concerns and insurance programs that will cover preventative health care costs such as the YMCA and possibly the Seniors Center Fox Fitness Center or exercise classes. ? Friends of the Seniors Center paying Rotary Club dues for Mark totaling $600.00, and conference expenses for staff. ? Caregivers resource of the 211 Winnebago County information number Glenn Steinbrecher questioned if the $600.00 was for one Rotary Club. Mark replied it was and would cover dues and meals. Winnebago County Caregiver Coalition: There was no report at this time. OLD BUSINESS Goals and Objectives: Mark reviewed the purpose for the COA and the members agreed on the Vision Statement. Chairman Abraham stated the awards should be continued. Sponsorship of a Living in the 2000’s conference was discussed and they felt a full day event would be doable for 2010. Consensus was for the entire membership to be involved and move forward. Other cities conferences were discussed and brochures and materials will be brought to future meetings. The capacity of the Convention Center was discussed with a need to hold the event during warm months. Sponsoring quarterly community educational speakers got no response. Committee On Aging Minutes November 5, 2008 2 Mark stated he would like to hold a ½ day Aging Summit which would bring together community leaders to prioritize the issues facing older adults and determine what funding may be needed, and how to get that funding. Ruth McGinley stated the community communication and awareness of existing programs needed improvement. Peggy Bellin stated the newsletter could be emailed as an attachment. Chairman Abraham stated because of time constraints this discussion should continue at the December breakfast meeting. Mark and Chairman Abraham agreed to meet regarding the Living in the 2000’s. A sheet was passed around for people to sign up for the potluck breakfast December 3rd. As a reminder the following is a list from that sign-up. Corky Abraham: plates, silverware and napkins Peggy Bellin: fruit Claude Benedict: donuts Dr. Jean Caudle: flavored coffee creamers Jesse Fillmore: Fruit Ann Jungwirth: hot dish Ruth McGinley: sweet breads Joan Rogers: cheese and sausage Harold Singstock: juice Glenn Steinbrecher: bake dish Mark Ziemer: steak and eggs Vickie Rand: table décor COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS/CONCERNS The Continuing Education Department at UW-Oshkosh was recommended as a contact for the Living in the 2000’s Conference. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:32 a.m. Fillmore/Jungwirth. Unanimous. Motion Carried. Respectively submitted, VICKIE RAND Office Assistant Oshkosh Seniors Center Committee On Aging Minutes November 5, 2008 3