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!

Stitch Circle, 10 a.m. Sept. 2, Staying Put Office. Bring your own project!

Elmwood Coffee & Conversation, 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3 at Elmwood History Center (110 S. Main St). A social get-together for older adults to share memories and stories, hosted by PCHA.

Hopeful Hats, 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21 at Staying Put Office. Make hats for the Spring Valley Community Cancer Fund.

Music at SV Health Care Campus: 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8 at Valley Villas (S820 Westland Drive, SV). The public is welcome.

Brain Health with ADRC, 1-2:30 p.m., SV Community Center (S242 McKay Ave.) Free education session with dementia care specialists Amy Luther and Carla Berschelt to gain knowledge, understanding and resources about brain health. RSVP at 715-273-6780.

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. Sept. 8 and Sept. 22 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, Sept. 16 at Staying Put. Volunteers and clients with September birthdays, stop in for treats, games and prizes!

Neighbors Lunch, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursdays (except Sept. 10, which is at Elmwood Auditorium) at Staying Put. 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. Community members: If interested in sponsoring a meal ($35) or cooking for the group, call 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. Thursday, Sept. 3 at the Staying Put Office. Call for an appointment and cost information: 715-778-5800. Toenail trimming, callus and corn reductio, diabetic friendly.

Dam Days 2026: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 19, pop-up booth on McKay Avenue. 2 p.m. Sept 20, grand parade with Staying Put royalty.

Game Day, 1 p.m. Sept. 23, Elmwood Public Library. Checkers, games and cards.

Book Club: Let us know if you are interested in joining a Staying Put Book Club. We would meet monthly with light snacks and refreshments to discuss the book selection. Can’t make it to the meetings? You can still enjoy reading the book. Call the office or email Andrea at awallin@stayingputinc.org with questions or to express interest.

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.