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: Closed Mondays except for special events; 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays. 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!

Indoor Walking Group, 6 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays at Spring Valley Middle/High School (S1450 County Road CC) and at 6 p.m. second and fourth Tuesdays at Elmwood Middle/High School (213 S. Scott St.) An opportunity to stay active, engage in conversation and maintain social connection through the winter months. All fitness levels are welcome; walking groups can be adjusted to fit individual needs.

Coffee Klatch: 10-11 a.m. at the Staying Put office in Spring Valley or Kern’s Hometown Café in Elmwood (occasional cancellation). Enjoy a visit over fresh coffee or tea, donated treats. All clients and volunteers are welcome to drop in! All events begin at 10 a.m.

• 4 – Coffee and Stitch Circle, Staying Put
• 6 – Coffee, Staying Put
• 11 – Coffee and Monthly Birthday Party, Staying Put
• 13 – Coffee and Valentines Waffle Brunch, Staying Put
• 18 – Coffee and Cards, Kern’s
• 20 – Coffee, Staying Put
• 25 – Coffee, Staying Put
• 27 – Coffee, Staying Put

Coffee & Conversation: A social get-together for older adults to share memories and stories, scheduled 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5 at Elmwood History Center (110 S. Main St.)

Music at SV Health Care Campus: 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 3 at SV Health Care (S830 Westland Drive, SV). The public is welcome.

SV 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. Feb. 10 and Feb. 24 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, S520 Church Ave., SV. 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.

Monthly Birthday Party, 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11 at Staying Put. Volunteers and clients with February birthdays, stop in for treats, games and prizes!

Neighbors Lunch, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursdays at Staying Put. Feb. 19 will be a Mardi Gras theme. Menus will be announced on Facebook. Coffee is also available 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call 715-778-5800 for a ride.

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. Thursday, Feb. 5 and Feb. 19 at the Staying Put Office. Call for an appointment and cost information: 715-778-5800.

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.

Submitted by Seniors Staying Put Inc.