Staying Put, Inc. (S312 McKay Ave. PO Box 193, Spring Valley) offers an array of non-medical volunteer services to help seniors and adults with disabilities maintain their independence in Spring Valley and Elmwood. They also offer people the chance to volunteer in the rural tradition of “neighbors helping neighbors.” These services are offered at no charge, but donations are graciously accepted.

Staying Put has new office hours: 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call 715-778-5800 for a complete listing of services.

Transportation: Staying Put provides local and non-local transportation (with mileage reimbursement) for groceries, banking, pharmacy, hair and medical appointments. Call 715-778-5800. Drivers needed! Mileage reimbursements available.

Meals on Wheels/Spring Valley and Elmwood: For info on home-delivered meals, call ADRC of Pierce County at 715-273-6780/toll free 877-273-0804. Can you deliver meals? Call 715-778-5800. Elmwood drivers needed now!

Coffee Klatch: 10-11 a.m. Monday through Friday at the Staying Put office (occasional cancellation). Enjoy a visit over fresh coffee or tea, donated treats. All clients and volunteers are welcome to drop in!

Memory Café: Every second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. This is a social get-together for older adults held 10-11:30 a.m. June 11 and June 25 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, S520 Church Ave., SV and at 1:30 p.m. June 11 and June 25 at Elmwood History Center (110 S. Main St.) Come share your memories with a friend or companion. Have fun and share stories, enjoy coffee, tea and treats, all are welcome. For info or a ride, call Staying Put at 715-778-5800.

Strong Bodies fitness sessions: Co-sponsored by Pierce County ADRC. Classes are held 9:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Fridays at the SV Village Hall. Call to register at 715-778-5800.

Foot care clinic: Licensed nurse Rochelle Boos will trim toenails and reduce calluses and corns from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 3 and June 17 at the Staying Put Office. Call for an appointment and cost information: 715-778-5800.

Food Vouchers: Lena Aumann from the ADRC will give out farmer’s market food vouchers from 10-11:30 p.m. June 12 at the Staying Put office. There are income requirements to qualify.

Bird Watching Walk: Lifelong birder Cathy Oliphant leads a birding excursion; be prepared for a mild hike. Meet at 9 a.m. June 6 at the Spring Valley Rec Area.

Coffee & Conversation: 1:30 p.m. June 7.

Bingo, 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, June 5 at the Staying Put Office.

Craft Day, 1-2 p.m. Wednesday, June 12 at the Staying Put Office.

Game Day, 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, June 26 at the Spring Valley Community Center. Games and socializing. Call 715-778-5800 to register.

Monthly Birthday Party, 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, Staying Put Office. Volunteers and clients with June birthdays, stop in for treats, games and prizes!

Animal Companionship: ATD certified therapy dog Abby will come visit. Call 715-778-5800 to request a visit.

Care Baskets: Assembled and donated by a Staying Put volunteer, delivered to members experiencing loss, illness, loneliness. Please call the office if you have a tip: 715-778-5800.

Tech Workshop: For personal help on your electronic device from a youth volunteer, call 715-778-5800.

Music at Valley Villas: The public is invited to live music at Valley Villas Assisted Living from 12:30-1 p.m. June 18.

Volunteer Meet Up: Join the Staying Put staff and fellow volunteers for supper and socializing 4-6 p.m. June 22 at The Wandering Ewe (S119 McKay Ave. S.)

Fish Fry: Social get-together with conversation and fresh-caught fish at 5 p.m. June 29 at Handy Andy Park.

Submitted by Seniors Staying Put Inc.