Aging Partners/ADRCNebraska

Lunch Menus June 22-26

- Monday, June 22: Country beef sandwich with tomato and lettuce, Vegetables, Fresh fruit, Ice cream treat
- Tuesday, June 23: Tilapia, Wild rice, Carrots, Roll, Grapes
- Wednesday, June 24: Beef chili, Cinnamon roll, Mixed vegetables, Banana
- Thursday, June 25: Loose meat sandwich, Coleslaw, Chips, Mango chunks
- Friday, June 26: Shredded chicken taco salad with lettuce and tomato, Tortilla chips, Refried beans, Mixed fruit

Meals are served daily at Belmont Senior Center (1234 Judson), Northeast Senior Center (6310 Platte Ave.), Victory Park Senior Center (600 S. 70th St.) and Washington Street Senior Center (Grace Lutheran Church, 2225 Washington). Lunch is served Mondays at Firth Senior Center (311 Nemaha St., Firth), Tuesdays and Thursdays at Bennet Senior Center (American Legion Hall, 970 Monroe St., Bennet) and Wednesdays at Hickman Senior Center (Community Center, 115 Locust St., Hickman)

$5 meal suggested contribution for age 60 and over
$10 meal fee for under age 60
$5 transportation suggested contribution for age 60 and over

For meal reservations, call by noon two business days in advance.
- Belmont: 402-441-7990
- Northeast: 402-441-7151
- Victory Park: 402-441-7154
- Washington Street: 402-441-7157
- Bennet, Firth, Hickman: 402-416-7693

Financial exploitation is one of the most common—and fastest-growing—forms of elder abuse, but it can be prevented with the right tools. Because June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, it’s the perfect time to equip ourselves and the older adults in our lives with the knowledge to recognize and stop financial scams.

Protecting your savings and identity starts with a few practical steps:
🛑 Be direct: Don’t hesitate to hang up on unwanted solicitations or delete unexpected text messages.
🛑 Slow down: Scammers thrive on manufacturing fake emergencies (like the "grandparent scam" or urgent lottery claims). Always pause and verify the story before acting.
🚫 Protect your data: Never pay anyone via wire transfers, gift cards, or cryptocurrency if they reach out unsolicited. Shred old bank statements, receipts, and pre-approved credit offers.

The Nebraska Attorney General’s Office offers free, downloadable resources to help seniors spot fraud, curb robocalls, and combat identity theft before it happens. Check out their official guides and share them with a loved one today:

Brochures | Protect The Good Life Free Publications to Share The Nebraska Attorney General's Office publishes a variety of booklets to provide valuable consumer resources to the public. You may also wish to download digital versions of the brochures available below. Thank you for your interest in our publications.  Click the imag...

Aging Partners offices and all senior centers will be closed Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

Reservations are now open for the Dinner and Show on Thursday, July 9, featuring Kevin Koopmann (Polka).

As a third-generation tuba player and dedicated music educator, Koopmann has established himself as a prolific musician by performing across North America and recording with dozens of prominent polka, brass and orchestra ensembles.

Auld Pavilion, 1650 Memorial Drive, Lincoln
5:30 to 7 p.m. (Doors open at 5 p.m.)
$20 meal fee (catered by Hy-Vee)
Menu: Chicken Paprikash in cream sauce, egg noodles, green bean casserole, dinner roll

☎️ Call 402-441-8453 to make your reservation by June 25.

June 15 is Elder Abuse Awareness Day. When it comes to protecting older adults, awareness is key. Elder abuse isn't always physical; it can also be emotional, financial, or take the form of neglect.

Because many older adults may hesitate to speak up out of fear or embarrassment, it is up to friends, family, and neighbors to recognize when something is wrong. Changes in behavior, unexplained financial transactions, or sudden social withdrawal are all indicators that someone might need assistance.

Understanding what to look for is the first step toward making a difference. Explore the National Center on Elder Abuse’s guide to identifying abuse and help keep the seniors in your life safe: https://ncea.usc.edu/identify-abuse/

Lunch Menus June 15-19

- Monday, June 15: Tuna noodle casserole, Antigua vegetables, Roll, Fresh fruit, Cake
- Tuesday, June 16: Half turkey and cheese sandwich, Pickle spear, Tomato soup, Lettuce salad, Fresh fruit
- Wednesday, June 17: Cheesy ham and potato casserole, Broccoli, Roll, Peaches
- Thursday, June 18: Meatball sub, Chips, Three bean salad, Fresh fruit, Fruit cobbler
- Friday, June 19: Aging Partners offices and all senior centers are closed in observance of Juneteenth.

Meals are served daily at Belmont Senior Center (1234 Judson), Northeast Senior Center (6310 Platte Ave.), Victory Park Senior Center (600 S. 70th St.) and Washington Street Senior Center (Grace Lutheran Church, 2225 Washington). Lunch is served Mondays at Firth Senior Center (311 Nemaha St., Firth), Tuesdays and Thursdays at Bennet Senior Center (American Legion Hall, 970 Monroe St., Bennet) and Wednesdays at Hickman Senior Center (Community Center, 115 Locust St., Hickman)

$5 meal suggested contribution for age 60 and over
$10 meal fee for under age 60
$5 transportation suggested contribution for age 60 and over

For meal reservations, call by noon two business days in advance.
- Belmont: 402-441-7990
- Northeast: 402-441-7151
- Victory Park: 402-441-7154
- Washington Street: 402-441-7157
- Bennet, Firth, Hickman: 402-416-7693

There's still time to sign up for the BikeLNK bike share program introductory class on Monday, June 15, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Learn about the BikeLNK program and how to check out bikes. Electric bikes, conventional bikes and helmets are provided at no change. Riders will have the opportunity to take a group ride on the beautiful trails around Innovation Campus.

The class will meet at 21st and 'Q' streets. Call 402-441-7575 for details and to register.

July 6 history lunch reservations are open! Reserve your spot at 402-441-8453. Seats fill quickly and you must make a reservation even if you are not ordering lunch.

Monday, July 6: “Slavery in Nebraska,” Gail Shaffer Blankenau (author, Uncovering the Grayson Sisters' Escape from Nebraska Territory).

- Location: Gere Library, 2400 S. 56th St. (meeting room)
- Time: 12:15 to 1:30 p.m.
- Cost for sack lunch: $5
- Sack lunch options: chicken salad, turkey or roast beef sandwich, chips, fruit, cookie, bottled water

Reservations and lunch payments are due by noon June 29. Call Annette at 402-441-8453 to make your reservation.

A heat advisory has been issued for Lincoln and Lancaster County from 1 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, June 9. Heat index values up to 107 degrees are possible. These conditions increase the risk of heat-related illness and may worsen underlying health conditions, particularly among vulnerable populations.

We encourage everyone to stay cool and hydrated. Victory Park Senior Center is available as a cooling center until 4:30 p.m. Learn more at https://www.lincoln.ne.gov/Heat.

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June is recognized globally as Elder Abuse Awareness Month—a dedicated time to voice our support for the older adults in our communities and shine a light on an issue that often goes unnoticed.

While the conversation spans the entire month, the focal point is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15. Elder abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, sexual, financial abuse and neglect. By educating ourselves on how to spot the signs, we can build a safer, more supportive environment for everyone as they age.

Knowledge is our best tool for prevention. Learn more about how to identify the different types of abuse and how you can help protect seniors in your community: https://ncea.usc.edu/identify-abuse/

⬇️Learn how to report abuse in the comments below.

Identify Abuse What is elder abuse? As defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, elder abuse “is an intentional act or failure to act that causes or creates a risk of harm to an older adult. An older adult is someone age 60 or older. The abuse often occurs at the hands of a caregiver or a person...