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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004-11-00-COA-newsletterTELEPHONE 781 - 861 -0194 FAX 781 - 863 -2271 DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES Lauren MacNeil lmacneil @ci. lexington. ma. us OFFICE MANAGER Dianne Snell dsnell @ci. lexington. ma. us SOCIAL SERVICES COORDINATOR Michael Novack mnovack @ci. lexington. ma. us OUTREACH SOCIAL WORKER Amy Yang ayang @ci. lexington. ma. us PROGRAM CLERK Elisabeth Coble ecoble @ci. lexington. ma. us NUTRITION SITE MANAGER Deirdre Thebodo ADULT DAY CARE DIRECTOR Carolyn Griffith 781 - 259 -1807 VETERANS' AGENT Winston "Pat' Flynn COUNCIL ON AGING Betty Borghesani Don Chisholm Marian Cohen, Chair Bob Edwards Dan Fenn Donald Graham Paul Lapointe Leo McSweeney Frieda Oliner Jane Trudeau FRIENDS OF THE COUNCIL ON AGING Becky Clarke Donald Graham Beverly Kelley Ruth McIntosh Phyllis Rand SELECTMAN LIAISON Richard Pagett Senior Center Snow Policy If the Lexington Public Schools are closed due to snow, all COA programming and lunches (including Meals on Wheels) will also be cancelled. Senior Center staff will make every effort to be at the center during the day to answer any questions. Please use your judgment about venturing out on snowy days as your safety is important to us. November Health & Wellness Services and Programming Flu Clinic, Tuesday, November 9, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm St. Brigid's Church, School Building, 2001 Mass Ave, Lexington Free immunizations for influenza disease are offered for Lexington residents 65 years of age or older, and the chronically ill, on a walk -in basis. Supplies are limited. Please bring your Medi- care or HMO number to the clinic, if you have one. Please call the Health Department at 781- 862 -0500, ext. 200 with questions. Management and Prevention of Back Pain and Arthritis. Wednesday, November 10, 9:45 am - 11:15 am. Jessica McManus, a physical therapist from Mulrenan Physical Therapy in Woburn, will be our guest speaker. She will explain what causes back pain and arthritis, educate on proper body mechanics and give helpful exercises for managing back pain and common forms of arthritis. Register with the receptionist. Free. Health Plan Options for Seniors* Monday, November 22, 10:00 am. A representative from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts will be present to discuss Medicare and Medex. All three "classic" Medex plans, Core, Bronze, and Gold, will be explained, along with a new option called Medex Core Plus. There will be a brief overview of the Medicare discount cards and Medicare Reform. The presentation will be open to both current members and those who wish to gain additional information. Register with the receptionist. The Lexington Elks cordially invite Lexington Seniorsfor their annual Pre - Thanksgiving Dinner Sunday, the 14th of November Noon to 2:30pm 959 Waltham Street, Lexington, Massachusetts See the Lexington Senior Center receptionist for invitations. Thanksgiving Luncheon Wednesday, November 17th, Noon Join Senior Center staff and the Lexing- ton Youth Commission fora Thanksgiv- ing Luncheon with roast turkey and all the trimmings: stuffing, mashed pota- toes, peas w/ onions, rolls k & breads, cider & pumpkin pie! Register with the Senior Center receptionist. $3.50 per person. Lexington S enior C enter - PROFIT OSTAGE —' N ewsletter PAID FBOS MA !—� November 2004 MIT NO. 59348 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED No. 289 1475 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420 htt :11ci. lexington. ma. us TELEPHONE 781 - 861 -0194 FAX 781 - 863 -2271 DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES Lauren MacNeil lmacneil @ci. lexington. ma. us OFFICE MANAGER Dianne Snell dsnell @ci. lexington. ma. us SOCIAL SERVICES COORDINATOR Michael Novack mnovack @ci. lexington. ma. us OUTREACH SOCIAL WORKER Amy Yang ayang @ci. lexington. ma. us PROGRAM CLERK Elisabeth Coble ecoble @ci. lexington. ma. us NUTRITION SITE MANAGER Deirdre Thebodo ADULT DAY CARE DIRECTOR Carolyn Griffith 781 - 259 -1807 VETERANS' AGENT Winston "Pat' Flynn COUNCIL ON AGING Betty Borghesani Don Chisholm Marian Cohen, Chair Bob Edwards Dan Fenn Donald Graham Paul Lapointe Leo McSweeney Frieda Oliner Jane Trudeau FRIENDS OF THE COUNCIL ON AGING Becky Clarke Donald Graham Beverly Kelley Ruth McIntosh Phyllis Rand SELECTMAN LIAISON Richard Pagett Senior Center Snow Policy If the Lexington Public Schools are closed due to snow, all COA programming and lunches (including Meals on Wheels) will also be cancelled. Senior Center staff will make every effort to be at the center during the day to answer any questions. Please use your judgment about venturing out on snowy days as your safety is important to us. November Health & Wellness Services and Programming Flu Clinic, Tuesday, November 9, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm St. Brigid's Church, School Building, 2001 Mass Ave, Lexington Free immunizations for influenza disease are offered for Lexington residents 65 years of age or older, and the chronically ill, on a walk -in basis. Supplies are limited. Please bring your Medi- care or HMO number to the clinic, if you have one. Please call the Health Department at 781- 862 -0500, ext. 200 with questions. Management and Prevention of Back Pain and Arthritis. Wednesday, November 10, 9:45 am - 11:15 am. Jessica McManus, a physical therapist from Mulrenan Physical Therapy in Woburn, will be our guest speaker. She will explain what causes back pain and arthritis, educate on proper body mechanics and give helpful exercises for managing back pain and common forms of arthritis. Register with the receptionist. Free. Health Plan Options for Seniors* Monday, November 22, 10:00 am. A representative from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts will be present to discuss Medicare and Medex. All three "classic" Medex plans, Core, Bronze, and Gold, will be explained, along with a new option called Medex Core Plus. There will be a brief overview of the Medicare discount cards and Medicare Reform. The presentation will be open to both current members and those who wish to gain additional information. Register with the receptionist. The Lexington Elks cordially invite Lexington Seniorsfor their annual Pre - Thanksgiving Dinner Sunday, the 14th of November Noon to 2:30pm 959 Waltham Street, Lexington, Massachusetts See the Lexington Senior Center receptionist for invitations. Thanksgiving Luncheon Wednesday, November 17th, Noon Join Senior Center staff and the Lexing- ton Youth Commission fora Thanksgiv- ing Luncheon with roast turkey and all the trimmings: stuffing, mashed pota- toes, peas w/ onions, rolls k & breads, cider & pumpkin pie! Register with the Senior Center receptionist. $3.50 per person. Lexington �ienlor (;enter Newsletter — N ovember 2UU4 rag 2 November Program Highlights For all programs with a fee, checks should be made payable to Recreation COA. • International Affairs. Tuesdays, 2:00 pm -3:30 pm. International, Political, Economic, and Global Policies Discussion Group. Dr. Naeem Rathore will explore conflicts around the world and US participation; cooperative efforts /the UN; US and world economies; jobs; the role of education; election 2004. Much of each session is devoted to a particular issue. Views are respectfully exchanged. All are welcome. Free. • Trusts and P Tuesdays, 9:30 am -11:30 am. Trusts and Probate is an ongoing member - directed class which discusses the use of wills, trusts and probate in estate planning, as well as many aspects of senior living and town affairs. Class members all contribute to the discussions with their experience and points of view. • WWII Veteran's Club Monday, November 8,1:15 pm. The Veteran's Club will be meeting at the Meeting Room in Cary Memorial Library. Please note change in meeting location. Meeting topic not available at press time. • The Saturday Group Thursdays, 10 -11:30 am. For those in retirement, everyday can seem like Saturday! For some, retirement is an adventure; for others, they need a few ideas about how to fill their days. Join comrades in retirement as we get together for coffee & conversation. • Afte rnoon Movies. November 1, 1:15 pm. Jersey Girl (2004). Starring Ben Affleck and Liv Tyler. A young man loses his wife and his job, as a Manhattan music promoter, and must move from the Big Apple to New Jersey with his seven - year -old daughter. He's fairly bitter about the whole experience, but then he meets a pretty single woman and he gets into a New Jersey state of mind. 102 minutes. PG -13 . November 15, 1:15 pm. The Alamo (2003). Starring Dennis Quaid and Billy Bob Thornton. Based on the 1836 stand -off by a group of heroic Texans who, led by Davy Crockett and Jim Bowie, held the mission for 13 tension - filled days against an attack by Mexican leader Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna. 137 minutes. PG -13 • Compute Club Wednesday, November 3, 9:45 am —11:45 am. Dr. Ted Wu, President /Founder of Able Software Corporation in Lexington will present: 3D- DOCTOR: Moving Medical Imaging to the Third Dimension. Wednesday, November 17,9:45 am -11:45 am. Paul Lewis from Computer Home Help will present Part Two of his presentation of spam and viruses and how to protect your computer. • C reative C rafts! Tuesday, November 16, 9:30 am -11:00 am. Ann Raisis has designed her craft classes as an introduction to new techniques or materials and insists that no crafting experience or artistic talent is required! If you're looking for some unusual gift ideas and like making things with your hands, try out this class. This month, learn how to create a marbled effect in three clear glass ornaments. The technique is simple, but the results are elegant. $2.00 for the class plus a materials fee of $2.25. Register with the receptionist. • Roundtable Discussion with State Representative Jay Kaufman Thursday, November 18, 10 - 11:00 am. State Representative Jay Kaufman will be holding a roundtable discussion at the Lexington Senior Center. Please join him for a conversation on "Post Election Reflections." All constituents are welcome and encouraged to participate. • Spirituality. Mondays, November 8 & 22, 1:30 pm. The Spirituality Group will complete discussions of personal spirituality using Scott Peck's book, "The Road Less Traveled." The Reverend C.J. LaSonde has announced that, after six years, he will no longer lead the group after the November meeting. The group is discussing whether to continue past this point. Look for more information in the December newsletter. • A rt History Slide P resentation. Monday, November 29, 10:15 am. With Gerry M. Weisenberg. Session topic to be announced. A brief introduction will be followed by a slide presentation after which Mr. Weisenberg will facilitate a discussion. Register with the receptionist. $1.00. Registration is limited to thefrst 40 people. • A rm Chair Travel. Wednesday, November 24, 10:00 am. George Cotten will continue his series of travel talks. Today we will view a unique performance of Chinese Acrobats in Shanghai through the magic of video photography. This program is free and all are welcome. Register with the receptionist. Friend - Friend Program i s currently seeking volunteers who are interested in being a part of a new Steering Com- mittee. As part of the vital services we offer Lexington seniors, this committee will recruit volunteers and coordinate their efforts. The Friend -to- Friend Program helps to relieve the isolation of homebound elders in Lexington. The home- bound elder is paired with a volunteer who offers friendly visits, and /or assistance with grocery shopping and errands. If you are interested in being a part of this committee, contact Michael Novack, at (781) 861 -0194. Lexington Senior Center Newsletter — November 2004 Page 3 Services & Information 0 0 0 • SIDNE. Counselors Rose Lerner or Rhoda Neidorf are available to help you with any aspect of your health insurance on Tuesdays from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Call the Senior Center at 781- 861 -0194 to make an appointment. Please let us know if you can't make your appointment. • FISH (Friendly Independent Sympathetic Help) is a high- regarded private volunteer organization founded in 1972 that offers people free rides to medical appointments. FISH's 120 volunteers provide some 150 round trips per month. Your help is needed. If you can use a phone, drive a car and can volunteer one day a month, you can play a pivotal role in maintaining this essential service. To volunteer call 781-862-0375. • Housing Villages Stop & Shop Bus. On Tuesdays and Fridays, a C &W school bus transports residents from the three Lexington Housing Villages to Stop & Shop. The destination on Tuesday is the Lexington Stop & Shop and on Friday the Bedford Stop & Shop. Service begins at 8:50 am at Countryside Village followed by stops at Vynebrook and Greeley. The bus leaves Stop & Shop at 10:30 am to return to each of the Villages. Free service complements of Stop & Shop. • Fuel Assistance. The Fuel Assistance Program will run from November 1 to April 30. Appointments can be scheduled for new clients through the Senior Center receptionist by calling (781) 861 -0194. No appointments will be scheduled prior to the last week of October. You must have an appointment. Fuel Assistance appointments will take place in the Senior Center Resource Room located in the basement on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:00 am and 11:00 am. If you have any questions, please contact Michael Novack at (781) 861 -0194. • The Concord Players invite you to attend a FREE open dress rehearsal for their performance of Sundays in the Park George on Thursday, November 11 at 8:00 pm. The theater is located at 51 Walden Street in Concord. • Library Lines. We have many recent books for borrowing so please acquaint yourself with the latest in the book world. Our "Free Stuff' table is now located in the hall just outside the library. We hope you will take advantage of our freebies. There is also a table in the hall with a j igsaw puzzle set up and ready for use. Donations of books and magazines are welcome. No more than ten books at a time, please. Now that the cold weather is upon us, reading a good book is a pleasant way to keep warm and cozy. • Tax Aide Volunteers. The AARP /IRS sponsored Tax -Aide program helps low and moderate income seniors prepare their federal and state income taxes. Tax -Aide volunteers attend a one -week training session in January and must pass an IRS examination. If you are comfortable doing income taxes and would like to consider becoming a volunteer, contact John Rheinstein at 781- 861 -7971. • Candlepin Bowling. Availability of lanes has been established and cost negotiated at the Woburn Bowladrome. Leaders are needed. Please call Elisabeth at 781- 861 -0194 if you'd like to lead this group. • Walking at Mt. Auburn Cemetery. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes and fall colors while walking among the most historic cemetery in the land. Please call Elisabeth at 781- 861 -0194 if you'd like to lead this group. • Pine Meadows Golf. Enjoy both golf, companionship, and the beautiful fall colors on Thursday mornings 7:30- 8:30. Senior rates apply. • Stone Meadows Golf has graciously allowed seniors to enjoy the pitch and putt golf course on Monday mornings starting at 7:30. Enjoy the golf and companionship. Lookingfor a new volunteer opportunity in a friendly and busy environment? The following volunteer opportunities are available at The Senior Center: • Permanent and substitute receptionists for various shifts, both morning and afternoon; • Windowpane Shop workers on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays 10 am - 2 pm; • Kitchen volunteers Monday through Friday 11 am - 1 pm. For more information call Lauren at 781 - 861 -0194. Meals on Wheels Drivers are also Needed! Meals on Wheels drivers are needed in Lexington. Call today and touch people's lives with food and friend- ship. Volunteer one day a week or one day a month. Delivery time is between 11 am & 1 pm. Call Rose- mary McLaughlin at 781- 272 -7177 ext. 7083 between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm. November 2004 Senior Center Programs Page 4 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 2 3 9 -12 Fix -It -Shop Sale 4 5 8:30 Kripalu Yoga 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:00 Quilting 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:30 English/Chinese 9:30 Foursome Bridge Stretch & Bend 9:30 Foursome Bridge 9:35 60+ Fitness Trusts & Probate ESL - Chinese 10:00 Saturday Group Yoga 10 -2 Library 10 -2 Library 9:35 60+ Fitness Blood Pressure 10 -2 Library 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 10 -2 Windowpane Shop 9:45 Computer Club Senior Center 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:00 Scrabble 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 10 -2 Library 1:00 Current Events 1:15 Tai Chi 1:00 SHINE 2 -4 Ping Pong 10 -2 Windowpane Shop 1:30 Bingo Afternoon Movie English/Chinese Srs 2 -4 Pryme Tyme Band 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 2 -4 Ping Pong 2 -3:30 Veterans' Agent 1:30 Pool 1:00 Quilting 2 -4 Ping Pong Chorus 1:15 Line Dancing 2:00 International Affairs 2:00 Caregiver's Group 8 9 10 11 12 8:30 Kripalu Yoga 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:00 Stretch & Bend 9:30 English/Chinese 9:30 Foursome Bridge Veteran's Day 9:30 Foursome Bridge 9:35 60+ Fitness 9:30 Trusts & Probate ESL - Chinese Yoga 10 -2 Library 10 -2 Library 9:35 60+ Fitness 10 -2 Library 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 10 -2 Windowpane Shop 9:45 Back Pain Talk 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:00 Scrabble 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 12:00 Choice Meal 1:00 Current Events 1:15 Tai Chi SHINE Chinese /Seafood 1:30 Bingo WW 11 Club /CML English /Chinese Srs 1:00 Asian Support 2 -4 Ping Pong 1:30 Spirituality 1:30 Pool Bereavement Senior Center 2 -3:30 Veterans' Agent Chorus 2 -4 Ping Pong Closed 2 -4 Ping Pong 2:00 International Affairs 2 -4 Pryme Tyme Band 15 16 17 8:30 Podiatry Clinic 18 19 8:30 Kripalu Yoga 9:00 Stretch &Bend 9:00 Stretch &Bend 9 -12 Fix -It -Shop 9:00 Stretch &Bend 9:00 Stretch &Bend 9:30 English/Chinese Srs 9:30 Foursome Bride g 9:00 Quilting Q g 9:30 Foursome Bridge 9:35 60+ Fitness Trusts & Probate ESL - Chinese 9:00 Stretch & Bend Yoga 10 -2 Library Creative Crafts 9:35 60+ Fitness 10:00 Saturday Group 10 -2 Library 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 10 -2 Library 9:45 Computer Club p Ja y Kaufman 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:00 Scrabble 10 -2 Windowpane Shop p p 12:00 Thanksgiving Lunch Blood Press /Greeley 1:00 Current Events 1:15 Tai Chi 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 1:00 Prostate Cancer 10 -2 Library 1:30 Bingo Afternoon Movie SHINE 2 -4 Ping Pong 10 -2 Windowpane Shop 2 -4 Ping Pong 2- 3:30Veterans' Agent English /Chinese Srs 2 -4 Pryme Tyme Band 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 2 -4 Ping Pong 1:30 Pool 1:00 Quilting Chorus 1:15 Line Dancing 2:00 International Affairs 2:00 Caregiver's Group 8:30 Kripalu Yoga 22 24 9:00 9:35 Stretch &Bend 60+ Fitness 9:00 9:30 Stretch &Bend 23 English/Chinese Srs 9:00 9:30 Stretch &Bend Foursome Bridg e Thanksgiving Weekend 10:00 Health Options Talk Trusts &Probate ESL - Chinese 10 -2 Library 10 -2 Library 9:35 60+ Fitness y 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 10 -2 Windowpane Shop 10:00 Armchair Travel 1:00 Scrabble 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe 12:00 Choice Meal Parkinson's Support 1:00 SHINE Chinese /Chicken ......... 1:15 Tai Chi English/Chinese Srs 1:00 Asian Support v 1:30 Spirituality 1:30 Pool Bereavements 2 -3:30 Veterans' Agent 2:00 Chorus International Affairs 2 -4 Ping Pong • Senior Center Closed 2 -4 Ping Pong 2 -4 Pryme Tyme Band 8:30 Kripalu Yoga 29 30 Bring your items to the Fix- R- Shop 9:00 9:35 Stretch & Bend 60+ Fitness 9:00 9:30 Stretch & Bend English/Chinese Srs Chinese and Greek If you have looked for a place to get those 10 -2 Library 10 -2 Trusts & Probate Library Lunches small items repaired, look no more the 10:15 Art History Talk 10 -2 Windowpane Shop i Restarting n Elmer Bull Fix-It-Shop is the lace for you. p p y 12:00 1:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe Scrabble 12:00 Lunch — Lex Cafe Get Late January ready for an Open for business every Thursday from 9:00 1:15 Tai Chi 1:00 SHINE English/Chinese Srs enjoyable afternoon! am to noon. Drop off and pick up during 2 -3:30 Veterans' Agent 1:30 Pool these times only. Cost? Labor free - repair - Pin Pon Ping g Chorus arts at cost. Donations accepted. p ons are acce p 2:00 International Affairs Lexington Senior Center Newsletter — November 2004 Page 5 ON THE MOVE 1 . Day and Overnight trips for Lexington Seniors Tizp reservations can be mcule by mail or in person at the Senior Center. Reservations cannot be made by phones Make checks payable to COA Recreation. Due to advance financial commitnrents, refunds for cancellations nmcle only if the vacancy is filled Winnipesaukee Turkey Train, Meredith, NH $51 Thursday, November 4, 2004 After a stop at the Christmas Tree Shop, we're off to the Winnipesaukee Turkey Train for a two hour scenic ride through the countryside of New Hampshire. Ride the rails and enjoy HART'S hot roasted turkey dinner carved at your table with all the tr potatoes, vegetable, fresh rolls, cranberry sauce, beverage and dessert. A stop will be made at Apple Hill Farm before returning home. Trip Code T05 -12. Depart 8:45 am.; return 6 pm. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. Foxwoods Casino $21 Thursday, November 18, 2004 No one offers more gaming choices than Foxwoods Resort Casino--6,400 slot machines, 3 54 table games, Keno throughout the property. The package includes $10 food coupon and $15 Keno coupon. Trip Code TO5 -13 . Depart 7:3 0 am; return 6 pm. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. The Rockettes Christmas Spectacular $79 WAIT LIST ONLY Thursday, December 9, 2004 Don't miss this opportunity to see the world famous Rockettes, direct from New York City's Radio City Music Hall. The Holiday Special at the Wang Center features the classic "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers ", "Living Nativity", and a tap- dancing rendition of "Twelve Days of Christmas ". Santa Claus and a cast of 100 will help you celebrate the Holiday Season. The orchestra seats are for the 2 pm matinee. We will also visit the Copley Plaza. and Prudential Shops, where you can have lunch on your own, and see the Christmas decorations. And after the show there will be a sightseeing tour of Boston Common to view the Christmas lights. Trip Code T05 -14. Depart 9 am; return 5 pm. Park at St. Brigid's, Worthen Rd. Elder Caregiver Program "You Deserve a Break Today" Caring For Yourself As You Care For Others Cooperative Elder Services Adult Day Health Center of Concord is sponsoring a free workshop in coordination with Minuteman Senior Services. Debby Colgan from Minuteman will present this program which is designed to support and assist individuals who are caregivers for a family member or a significant other in the community. It will be held on Tuesday, November 16, 2004 from 3:30-5:30 pm at Cooperative Elder Services, 7 Chamberlin Drive, Concord at the Newbury Court Assisted Living entrance on Old Road to Nine Acre Corner. Please call Patricia Oliphant, social worker, to reserve your space at 979 - 318 -0046. This program is free of charge. Fall Yard Sale! Thursday, November 4th 9 am— 1:00 pm at the Senior Center Donated or unclaimed items from the Fix -It -Shop will be for sale as well as surplus books donated to our li- brary. A blind auction will be held at 1:30 pm. The Windowpane Shop. Store hours are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 am to 2 pm, selling like -new clothing, accessories, jewelry, scarves, pocketbooks, and small household items. Donations accepted every Tues- day from 10 to noon. Please call Lauren or Dianne at the Senior Center if you'd like to work in the store ... our customers would love us to be open more hours! Town of Lexington Commission on Disability Seeks a New Member. The Town of Lexington Commis- sion on Disability is seeking a new member who would like to help ensure that people with disabilities are fully inte- grated into all aspects of the Town of Lexington and that all can fully participate seamlessly and without barriers. The Commission on Disability makes recommendations concerning the implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) within the Town. Members share a commitment to addressing the needs of the disabled. The Commission on Disability meets monthly. Contact Michael Novack at (781) 861 -0194 for more information. Help Lower Newsletter Production and Mailing Costs! Starting in September, our newsletter will be available via email to those that would like to help us cut cost in production and mailing. To subscribe do the following: 1. Go to http:// lexingtonMA. VirtualTownHall.net/subscriber.shtml and follow the step by step directions that will take you through the registration process. 2. When you receive your confirmation email, please forward it to dsnell @ci.lexington.ma.us to be removed from our regular mailing list. You will continue to receive the newsletter in traditional fashion until our new system is suc- cessfully in place. Please feel free to call Elisabeth or Dianne at the Senior Center for more information. Lexington Senior Center Newsletter — November 2004 Page 6 Senior Center Exercise Classes Yoga for Health and Fitness, with Lisa Groves Fridays November 5, 12, 19 9:30-10:30 $18.00 Fridays December 3, 10, 17, 31 9:30-10:30 $24.00 Develop strength, flexibility, and balance, and improve overall physical and mental well -being using time - honored yoga movements, postures, and breathing exercises. Exercises will be adapted to meet individual needs; all levels welcome. Please bring a blanket. Register in advance with Senior Center receptionist. Tai Chi, with Laura Coulter -Cook Mondays November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Beginner 1:15 -2:15 $27.50 Advanced 1:15 -2:45 $32.50 Mondays December 6, 13, 20 Beginner 1:15 -2:15 $16.50 Advanced 1:15 -2:45 $19.50 Improves balance, breathing and body awareness. Medical studies show benefits towards lower blood pressure, cholesterol and osteoporosis. First 30 minutes of class is chi gong exercises to warm up. In the second 30 minutes, beginners learn to breath, balance and the sequence of level 1. Advanced students are beginning on working on sinking, slowing Levels 1 & 2, form down and Level 3 sequence. Register in advance with Senior Center receptionist. Drop -in Exercise Programs... ♦ Stretch & Bend. Large, popular stretching and limbering group offers support and instruction. The group meets Mondays through Friday at 9:00 -9:30 am. Free. ♦ 60+ Fitness. Lead by enthusiastic group members, this work out focuses on both upper and lower body muscle strengthening, using free weights and bands. Video instruction will sometimes be used. Meets Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:35-10:30. All are welcome. Free. ♦ Kripalu Yoga with Don Weikert. Move gently from a centering meditation, to stretching and warm -ups, to learning physical postures (asanas) to relaxation. Mondays 8:30 -9:45. $5 /session. Pay instructor. ♦ Line Dancing with Patricia Kavgian. Dancing is a great way to exercise! Come join the group for great music, fun dances and a group of people having a great time. Every Thursday from 1:15 to 2:30 in the dining room. Pay instructor $2 a session. ♦ Ping Pong. All welcome to join a game on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 2 -4. All levels of experience in Ping Pong are welcome. Free. Ongoing Groups and Services... • Asian Support Group. We meet to talk about personal and family issues, and adjustment to American culture. Meets second and fourth Wednesday of each month, 1:00-2:30 pm. Group leader is Amy Yang. • Bereavement & Friendship Group. Meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, 1:00-2:30 pm. For more information contact the group leader Michael Novack at 781- 861 -0194. • Prostate Cancer Group. This group is for men who currently have prostate cancer or survivors who wish to share the knowledge they have gained with others. Meets third Wednesday of each month, 1:00 - 2:30 pm. • Parldnson's Support Group. Led by Art Sotak. Support for individuals suffering from Parkinson's disease, families & caregivers. Group meets the 4th Monday of each month at 1:00 pm. • Caregivers Group: Memory Impairment. Group meets first and third Thursday of each month, 2 -3:30 pm. A support group for caregivers of individuals with memory impairment. The group is ongoing and there is no fee. Leader is Sandy Simon, an experienced geriatric social worker. Call Michael Novack at 781- 861 -0194 for information. • Podiatry Clinic. With Dr. Teri Burtoft. Thursday, November 18. Call 781- 861 -0194 to schedule an appointment. $25. Please pay the Podiatrist directly. Appointments scheduled 8:30 am to 11:30 am. • Blood Pressure Clinic. Thursdays at 10:00 AM. On the first Thursday of the month, the clinic is held at the Senior Center. Clinics are also held at the Senior Villages other Thursdays of the month. Call the Senior Center for directions to the other locations • Veterans' Agent Office Hours. Our Veterans' Agent Pat Flynn can meet with you during his weekly office hours, Monday's from 2:00 to 3:30 PM. Call Pat at 781- 861 -9108 to make an appointment. If you would like to start a support or other discussion group, please contact staff at the Senior Center to plan.