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.

In December, the office will be closed Dec. 24 and 25.

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. Tuesday 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! All events begin at 10 a.m.

• 2 – Cribbage
• 12 – Gingerbread crafts in SV. Make your own gingerbread house for display at the Staying Put Office. Kits provided.
• 23 – Coffee at Kern’s (109 N. Main St., Elmwood)

Coffee & Conversation: A social get-together for older adults to share memories and stories, scheduled 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 4 at Elmwood History Center (110 S. Main St.)

Music at SV Health Care Campus: 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9 at SV Health Care (S830 Westland Drive, SV). At 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10, the Valley Villas Crooners will sign Christmas carols at Valley Villas (S820 Westland Drive, SV) as part of the tree lighting fundraiser. 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. Dec. 9 and Dec. 23 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, Dec. 9 at Kern’s Hometown Café (109 N. Main St., Elmwood). Volunteers and clients with December birthdays, stop in for treats, games and prizes!

Gingerbread Crafts, 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 9 at Elmwood Public Library (111 N. Main St.) Make your own gingerbread house for display at the Staying Put Office. Kits provided.

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. Thursdays, Dec. 11 and Dec. 18 at the Staying Put Office. Call for an appointment and cost information: 715-778-5800.

Office Open House, 4-6 p.m. Dec. 13 at the Staying Put Office. Drop by for cocoa and stay to watch the Spring Valley Village Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and Dam Dazzle Parade.

SV Craft Day, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 16 at the Staying Put Office. Bring your own project or follow along with our monthly craft (announced on Facebook).

White Elephant Christmas Party, 1-3 p.m. Dec. 17 at Elmwood Auditorium (323 W. Winter Ave.) Bring a gift to exchange and join us for food and company. Open to the whole community.

Happy Hour, 4-6 p.m. Dec. 20 at The Flatstick (345 Hidden Fox Court, SV). A friendly get-together for volunteers and friends of Staying Put. Come get drinks and socialize.

Elmwood Craft Day, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 23 at Elmwood Public Library (111 N. Main St.) Bring your own project or follow along with our monthly craft (announced on Facebook).

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.