Always call before you attend the dinner events to make sure they are still open.
Food Supplements for Low Income for Seniors Over 60 In MN
From CSFP website
Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)
Through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP), Second Harvest Heartland provides a box of nutritious food each month to low-income seniors 60 years and over through the Nutrition Assistance Program for Seniors (NAPS). Program participants are given a box of highly nutritious food. The packages may include canned fruits, vegetables and juices, dry and UHT milk, American cheese, canned meat, peanut butter or dried beans, cereal, rice or pasta.
Eligibility
- Qualifying participants must be low-income Minnesota residents: seniors at 130% poverty level.
- Eligible clients are required to provide recently postmarked mail with name and address, knowledge of current gross monthly household income, and picture ID.
Register
Inquire about registration for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program through Second Harvest Heartland at the phone number below. Additional CSFP satellite distribution centers are located at more than 200 other sites throughout Minnesota.
If you think you may be eligible for CSFP or know someone who may require assistance, please call 651.484.8241 or toll free at 800.365.0270 for more information.
MRAC is Hiring a Program Director
For MRAC
Join our team as we add a new program director to the staff!
The primary purpose of the Program Director position is to develop, deliver and evaluate programs and services designed to provide project grant support to constituent arts organizations in the 7-county metropolitan area. Specific program accountability will be determined depending on constituent and/or organizational needs; and may include special projects or one-time initiatives.
The full job description is available on our website.
The deadline to apply for this position is Monday, February 24.
https://mrac.org/2020/01/29/mrac-job-opportunity-program-director/
Announcing the new Access Improvement Grant Program
For people in the arts with disabilities.
The Access Improvement grant program provides support up to $10,000 for groups to complete projects improving access to the arts for people with disabilities. The program supports accessibility-specific capital projects and programmatic/management projects with significant potential to encourage the increased and long-term participation of people with disabilities in the arts.
The deadline for this grant program is Monday, March 30, 2020.
Workshops about this grant are scheduled for:
- Wednesday, February 26 @ 5:30 pm — 7:30 pm
- Wednesday, March 4 @ 2:00 pm — 4:00 pm
- Thursday, March 5 @ 10:00 am — 12:00 pm
There is also a grant application Open Work Session scheduled for Wednesday, March 11 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm for those who want to be able to ask questions as they work on their grant applications.
Caregiver Support-East Side Elders
What East Side Elders are saying.
“East Side Elders is here to support caregivers in the community! Our trained Caregiver Coach and our Client Advocate can help by answering questions, providing resources, and working with you and your loved one to help reduce caregiver stress.
We can help by:
- Having a volunteer stop by and visit with the care recipient, giving the caregiver a much-needed break.
- Helping with chores – leave the raking to us!
- Providing transportation to the East Side Cafe, a monthly community event that includes lunch and a fun program.
- Offering advice about housing options, care options, and more.
- Setting up an appointment with our volunteer lawyer to help with a will, healthcare directive, or power of attorney.
Contact us today at 651-683-2326 or Info@EastSideElders.org to get started!“
Ride Buddies Needed!
News from Ride Buddies
Looking for a fun way to give back to the community? Sign up to be a Ride Buddy with East Side Elders! Help seniors get around – and maybe make a new friend! Gas cards are available for volunteers on request. Apply online today!
We are especially in need of folks who can give their time during the day on weekdays, but we have openings for weekend help as well. This is a very flexible opportunity – you can help when you can, as much as you are able!
Click here for application.
Matter of Balance Starts March 3rd, 2020
From the East Side Elders.
“Is your fear of falling keeping you from enjoying life to its fullest? Do you have a loved one who is afraid to leave the house because of a potential fall? Then consider joining us for A Matter of Balance. A Matter of Balance is designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Participants learn to set realistic goals to increase activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk factors, and learn simple exercises to increase strength and balance. Sign up today for our 8 week course, taught by two East Side Elders team members.
When: 8 week course meeting every Tuesday from 1pm to 3pm, starting March 3rd
Where: City View Center, 463 Maria Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55106. Location has accessible parking and accessible bathroom stalls. You will not need to climb stairs to get into the building.
Registration: To register, contact East Side Elders at 651-683-2326 or visit the Juniper website to sign up online.
Cost: $15 suggested donation includes 8 weeks of the course and a copy of A Matter of Balance Participant Workbook. “
Click on the link below to sign up online.
https://yourjuniper.org/Classes/Register/1677?mc_cid=9ee9ea4b3d&mc_eid=a3b27cac17
Valentine’s Day Dance – February 13 @ The East Side Elders *Must Make Reservations*
Dust off your dance moves and get ready to tap your feet! Join friends and neighbors at the East Side Café Valentine’s Day Dance – all are welcome! Don’t feel like dancing? Then sing along to classic hits from the 50’s and 60’s!
For lunch, we will be serving sausage and peppers as our main dish and Italian Love Cake for dessert!
Don’t forget to arrive a little early for free blood pressure checks from 11:45am to 1pm.
When: Thursday, February 13 from 12pm to 2pm
Where: 463 Maria Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55106
RSVP: Contact us at 651-683-2326 or Info@EastSideElders.org to make your reservation.
Accessible Transportation: If you need a ride on an accessible van, transportation is available on request. Seats are limited, so please call early to make your reservation.
Admission: An $8 suggested donation would be gladly accepted, but guests are invited to donate what they can.
Special diet needs: If you have a special diet need, please contact us at least 1 week before the event, thank you!
Accessibility: The event is held on the ground level of the City View Center. You will not need to climb stairs. There are accessible parking spots and bathroom stalls available.
Hillcrest Golf Course Master Plan
The Hillcrest Master Plan will determine future land uses and a new street network for the 112-acre former golf course on Saint Paul’s East Side. In July, the Saint Paul City Council approved bonds for the Saint Paul Port Authority to purchase the site. The Department of Planning and Economic Development (PED) will lead the master plan process, in collaboration with community members, consultants, and the Port Authority.
Community engagement throughout the process will outline how to build opportunity and community wealth on the redeveloped Hillcrest site – bringing more housing, jobs, and public amenities. The City is currently seeking feedback from the community to establish redevelopment priorities, from which concepts will be developed (alongside technical and policy considerations) for further engagement later in 2020.
A community workshop will be held on:
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
5:30-7:30 p.m.
The Heights Community School
Cafeteria
1863 Clear Avenue East, Saint Paul, MN
Click on the link for more info. https://www.stpaul.gov/hillcrest
