Senior Corner

Romney (304-822-2465): 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday; lunch at noon.

Springfield (304-822-7627): 3-5 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; supper at 4.

Capon Valley View (304-856-3650): 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday and Friday; lunch at noon

Activities

Monday, March 27, Romney: 11a.m. Game Day.

Thursday, March 23, Springfield: 2-3:30 p.m. Craft Day; making mason jar rag wreath ornaments for Easter.

Tuesday, March 28, Springfield: Respect your cat day! Make and take home a catnip treat for your furry friend.

Tuesday, March 28, Capon Valley View: 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Entertainment by Steve Bailes.

Menus

• Meals cost for those 60 and over is a voluntary donation based on monthly income; $7 for those under 60.

• Seniors are allowed only one meal at a Hampshire County Senior Center per day.

• When schools are closed due to road conditions or dismiss early, the senior centers will be closed.

• Menus are subject to change

• For more about home delivery or dine-in meals, call Susan Copenhaver at 304-822-2465.

Home delivery

Thursday, March 23 – Meatloaf, scalloped potatoes, green beans, wheat roll, salad with tomatoes, applesauce

Friday, March 24 – Chicken pot pie, wheat egg noodles, broccoli, biscuit, yogurt, fruit

Monday, March 27 – Pepperoni and cheese pizza, Italian veggies, salad greens with diced ham, cottage cheese, fruit cocktail

Tuesday, March 28 ­– Cream of broccoli soup, peanut butter sandwich, kale, baked apples, cookie

Wednesday, March 29 – Lasagna with meat sauce, garlic wheat bread, green beans, salad greens with beets, pudding

Romney (Noon)

Thursday, March 23 – Meatloaf, scalloped potatoes, green beans, wheat roll, salad with tomatoes, applesauce

Monday, March 27 – Pepperoni and cheese pizza, Italian veggies, salad greens with diced ham, cottage cheese, fruit cocktail

Wednesday, March 29 – Lasagna with meat sauce, garlic wheat bread, green beans, salad greens with beets, pudding

Springfield (4 p.m.)

Thursday, March 23 – Chef’s salad with ham and turkey, wheat roll, fresh fruit, dessert

Friday, March 24 – Golden chicken lasagna, succotash, cucumber and tomato salad, dessert

Tuesday, March 28 – Potato soup, ham salad on a bun, cheese sticks, fresh fruit, dessert

Capon Valley View (Noon)

Friday, March 24 – Chicken pot pie, wheat egg noodles, broccoli, biscuit, yogurt, fruit

Tuesday, March 28 – Cream of broccoli soup, peanut butter sandwich, kale, baked apples, cookie

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March 1 starts the “March for Meals” campaign, celebrating when a national nutrition program was added to the Older Americans Act of 1965, ensuring millions of older adults could remain healthy and independent at home. Stay tuned during March for additional information on activities and events, raising awareness of this vital service for our Hampshire County seniors.

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Three bus trips sponsored by the Committee on Aging are on the schedule for 2023.

• Myrtle Beach Show Trip: The six-day, five-night trip scheduled for April 17-22 includes lodging, eight meals and three evening shows. Visitors will stop at Barefoot Landing, a unique and popular shopping, dining and entertainment destination facing a beautiful 27-acre lake.

• The Ark Encounter & Creation Museum: This summer bus tour to Ohio is scheduled for July 17-21. The trip features four nights of lodging in the Cincinnati area and boasts cultural experiences with admission to the Ark Encounter, Cincinnati Museum Center and Creation Museum. The BB Riverboat sightseeing cruise also ensures an enjoyable experience.

• The Branson Show Extravaganza: Check out the “Live Music Show Capital of the World” in Branson, Missouri. Scheduled for Sept. 17-23, this seven-day, seven-night tour features three morning and three evening shows and a stop at the Missouri Civil War Museum in St. Louis before heading back home.

For costs and more information call 304-822-4097.

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If you are interested in volunteering at the Committee on Aging office or senior centers, call 304-822-4097 and speak with Julie.

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Call 304-822-4097 if you need Depend undergarments. The committee has a limited supply available free on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Romney Senior Center — 304‑822‑2465

Springfield Senior Center — 304‑822‑7627

Capon Valley View Center — 304-856-3650

Administrative offices — 304‑822‑4097

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The Committee on Aging offers in-home care services through several programs. Services are under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and provided by professional staff members who receive training in CPR, First Aid, OSHA, HIPAA,

Abuse/Neglect/Exploitation, Dementia care, Ethics, Professionalism and Direct Care. Each program has its own eligibility criteria and pay options. For detailed information, please call 304-822-4097.

Transportation is available to seniors (at least 60 years of age) on a first-come, first-served basis to senior centers, doctor appointments, grocery shopping and running of other errands. Suggested donations are based on travel location.

For more information, please call 304-822-4097.

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Reminder: If schools are closed due to weather conditions, we will be closed.

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Email: aginginhamp@hardynet.com

Website: www.aginginhampshire.us.