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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-12-00-COA-newsletterLexington Senior Center & Social Services Newsletter NON - PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE PAID BOSTON, MA 59348 Return Service Requested I December 2005 1475 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420 Phone: 781 - 861 -0194 I Issue 301 http: / /ci.lexington.ma.us 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 Kelly Magee kmagee @ci.lexington. ma.us SOCIAL SERVICES NURSE Charlotte Rodgers crodgers @ci.lexington.ma.us PROGRAM CLERK Sue Hayes shayes @ci.lexington.ma.us NUTRITION SITE MANAGER Muriel Meade SUPPORTIVE DAY CARE DIRECTOR Carolyn Griffith cgriffith @ci.lexington.ma.us 781 - 259 -1807 VETERANS'AGENT Winston "Pat" Flynn YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES COORDINATOR Becky Rushford bushford @ci.lexington.ma.us 781 - 861 -2742 COUNCIL ON AGING Betty Borghesam Don Chisholm Marian Cohen, Chair Bob Edwards Dan Fenn Donald Graham Paul Lapointe Leo McSweeney Frieda Oliner Jane Trudeau Vacancy FRIENDS OF THE COUNCIL ON AGING Mark Barons Marie Hill Susan O'Keefe Vacancy SELECTMAN LIAISON Richard Pagett * Senior Snow Policy If the Lexington 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. Holiday Tea &Christmas Carol Sing-A-Long � with the Young at Heart Chorus � Tuesday, December 20th at 1:30 pm. Along with a performance of holiday songs, the Young at Heart Chorus invites you to join them in a Christmas carol sing -a -long, followed by a holiday tea. Register with the receptionist by Friday, December 16th, Free. Thursday, December 22, 2005 11:30 a.m. Jl itchen. oin us for this seasonal luncheon. Catered by Neillo's Gourmet The menu will include Roasted Turkey served with Mashed � � Potatoes, Stuffing, Butternut Squash, Green Beans, Gravy, Cranberry � Sauce, Rolls, Dessert &Beverage. Register with the receptionist by Friday, December 16th. $5.00. This holiday lunch will be offered on (2) two dates to accommodate everyone's busy schedule. The menu will be the same on both days. So please choose a date that works best for you. Hope to see you there. Medicare Part -D Program sponsored by SHINE. Due to a large number of inquiries for this program, we will be scheduling a workshop and presentation during the month of December (dates to be determined). Please call the receptionist at (781) 861 -0194 for information and to pre - register. 2 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS DECEMBER 2005 Trusts and Probate. Tuesdays, 9:30 am 11:30 am. Trust 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. World Affairs Study Group. Tuesdays, 2:00 pm. The World Affairs Group continues to meet in the Conference room. Dr. Rathore has returned and will be leading the group. The format is discussion about world affairs and current issues in the US. New people are always welcome. Afternoon Movies 21 Monday, December 5, 1:30 pm - Upside of Anger -Terry Wolfineyer (Joan Allen) is a surburban wife and mother whose life takes a drastic turn when her husband vanishes. Terry takes solace in the bottle, and while she struggles to keep her life together, she finds a new drinking buddy: her neighbor, Denny (Kevin Costner), a once -great baseball player who's now a radio talk show host. Rated R Monday, December 19,1:30 pm -The Bridges of Madison County -Clint Eastwood (Robert Kincaid) and Meryl Streep (Francesca Johnson) When her family is off at a state fair, vaguely discontented Iowa housewife meets a National Geographic shutterbug who's in Madison County to shoot Iowa's covered bridges. What begins as a friendship soon erupts into an intense affair that rekindles Francesca's forgotten passions. Rated PG -13. Movies are provided by the generosity of Video Smith. Computer Club Wednesday, December 7, 9:45 -11:00 Bill Weiss will continue his series on Windows Basics focusing on e -mail and attachments. Wednesday, December 21,9:45-11:00 We will have an open Question and Answer ses- sion. Please be prepared with any questions you may have about Windows. HOLIDAY FLORAL ARRANGEMENT Thursday, December 8th, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Using potted plants, seasonal fresh flowers, greens, berries, and fruit, we will create a lovely "table garden" in a container for the holidays. Please bring floral scis- sors and an apron. Sandra Meyer Cohen is a� 2�. +Y r^n h designer and teacher of fashion and decorative i floral accessories. Her work has been showcased in Traditonal Home Magazine and The Boston Globe. She is formally trained in floral design and is a member of the Lexington Field and Garden Club. Register with receptionist. Fee $10.00 Lexington Veteran's Association Monday, December 12, 1:15 pm Cary Library Meeting Room. The speaker will be Dr. William Cochran F6F Hellcat and Carrier operations. Please join us. All veterans, friends and all interested people are invited to this free program. Coffee is generously provided by Starbucks (Lexington Center) cookies /cake will be served. Creative Craft Class, with Anne Rasis Tuesday, December 20, 9:30-10:30 am Wired Holiday Ornament These curlicue angels and balls are easy and quick to make. They can be a late addition to your tree or an extra gift when attached to a package. You'll learn to make both in class. There will be a cost of $1.00 for the class and materials. Register in advance with the receptionist. "Rapid Medical Response to Stroke" Emerson Hospital will present "Rapid Medical Response to Stroke" on Friday, December 2, 2005 from 11 am to 12 noon at the Lexington Senior Center. This workshop will be presented by physicians from Bedford - Lexington Internal Medicine Group. Please call the Senior Center at 781- 861 -0194 to sign up. There is no charge for . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . this presentation. Stroke is the third leading cause of death and the leading cause of adult disability in the nation. In Massachusetts, 18,000 people are hospitalized each year with stroke symptoms. Emerson Hospital has been desig- nated as a primary Stroke Service Hospital, where the most advanced therapies and lifesaving medical techniques are available to treat strokes. Emergency care for stroke victims focuses on rapid assessment, evaluation and treatment. Learn- ing the warning signs of stroke and calling 911 immediately are essential to reducing the damage a stroke can cause. We encourage you to come to this very informative and timely p resentation. DECEMBER 2005 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 3 Don't Fall Victim To A Fall Monday, December 5th at 10:00 am Falls severely injure, and sometimes kill, people of all ages. To address this problem, Visiting Nurse and Community Health, Inc. (VNCH), of Arling- ton, has developed an awareness presentation that will hopefully help stem injuries due to falls. This timely presentation, which blends common sense and humor to address this often debilitating occur- rence, will be presented at the Lexington Council on Aging, Classroom. It is a "how to avoid" falls in the home and surrounding outside areas, and de- tails everyday hazards and offers easy-to-imple- ment solutions. Holiday Blues and Depression Tuesday, December 6th 1: 00 pm The upcoming holidays are, for many, a time of j oy, gatherings and good cheer. But for some, the holi- days are stressful and can contribute to depression. In anticipation of the upcoming holiday season, Visiting Nurse and Community Health, Inc. (VNCH), of Arlington, has developed "Holiday Blues and Depression," a presentation that outlines contributing factors, indicators and preventative tips. This timely presentation will be given at the Lexington Council on Aging, Muzzey Room. Shifting Gears — Registry of Motor Vehicles Outreach Program Friday, December 9 am -12: 00 pm Michelle Ellicks, RMV Community Outreach Coordinator, will present "Shift- ing Gears," a free, our -long program designed to educate and encourage elder drivers to be the best driver possible. This program highlights issues facing elder drivers and offers safe - driving tips, information on how age affects one's driving, and identifies the most frequent collisions for elder drivers. A list of warning signs of unsafe driving is provided to help drivers minimize their driving risk. The benefits of not driving a vehicle and suggestions of ways to preserve one's indepen- dence without a license are also discussed. Low Vision and Aging -Andrea Schein, Massachusetts Commission for the Blind Tuesday, December 20th 1: 00 pm 2:30 pm Everybody finds that their vision changes as they get older. Some changes are normal; but, some changes are associated with age - related diseases, like macular degeneration, glau- coma, cataract, or diabetic eye disease. In this program, you will learn more about theses conditions, as well as benefits and services available through the Commission for the Blind and other agencies. You will have an opportunity to try helpful and interesting aids and devices. Andrea Schein is a public educa- tion consultant for the BRIDGE Elder Blind Program at the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind. Please call (781) 861 -0194 to preregister. Lexington /Dolores Hidalgo Sister City Association Mexican Craft Sale, , IM6 momwma wom%mp MOP'% M6M0 December 7th 10:00 am 2:00 pm at the Senior Center. ft6M0 Just in time for your holiday purchases, the Lexington / Dolores Hidalgo Sister City Association will have a table displaying Mexican handicrafts. We will have jewelry, pottery, cards, and various gift items for sale at reasonable prices. The Sister City Association enjoys a long- standing relationship with Dolores Hidalgo, Guanajuato, Mexico. Each year the two towns participate in cultural exchanges promoting friendship and understanding between our two countries. Come and see some of the beautiful crafts of Mexico. Hope to see you there. 0 o Don't Keep Your Business a Secret! Advertise Now! 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Q W U � � H � W p J W Z j OOWZU) z ZO> N M V • nr y � M DECEMBER 2005 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 6 Extra Help with Medicare Prescription Drug Costs The New Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage is available to all Medicare Beneficiaries beginning January 1, 2006. Extra help is available to pay for a Medicare prescription drug plan for people with limited income and assets. If you are eligible, you will have very low premiums and co- payments. An application for this "extra help" may have been mailed to you by the Social Security Administration. If you do not have a copy of this "extra help" form, call Social Security (1- 800 - 772 -1213) or the Mass Health Office (1 -800- 841 -2900) for this application. Go to www.socialsecurily.gov to apply online. If you are on Medicaid (Mass Health) or in a Medicare Savings Program (QMB,SLMB, or QI), where Massachusetts pays for your Medicare B Premium, you will receive this "extra help" automatically and do NOT need to complete an application. Don't forget that you must still enroll in a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan to use the extra help. Medicare Prescription Drug Plan information will be available in October and enrollment begins November 15, 2005. If you are a Prescription Advantage member, you must complete an application for "extra help" to keep your Prescription Advantage Coverage in 2006. You need to do this even if you think you are not eligible. Mail the application to the Social Security Administration in the envelope pro- vided with the application or send it to Prescription Advantage. If you have any questions call 1- 800 - AGE -INFO or 1- 800 - 243 -4636 (and press 1). You must enroll in a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan by December 31, 2005. Medicare Prescription Drug Plan information will be available in October and enrollment begins November 15th, 1005. For More information call 1- 800 - MEDICARE or the SHINE (Serving Health Information Needs of Elders) Program at 1- 800 - AGE -INFO or 1- 800 - 243 -4636 (and press 2). Money Management Program: Assistance with Monthly Bill Paying Coping with bills and the mechanics of monthly bill paying can be overwhelming. Could you or someone you know use help keeping up with your monthly bills? The Money Management Program (co -spon- sored by AARP, EOEA, and Mass Home Care) can provide a volunteer to assist with bill paying including: making a budget, sorting bills, writing checks (for YOU to sign), and reconciling checkbooks to bank statements. Interested? Call the Money Management Program at Min- uteman Senior Services: 781 - 272 -7177 or 978 - 263 -8720. Diabetic Sneakers* cie for Medicare We will bill Patients! your Medicare Insurance Company directly • ARLINGTON Cerified Retailer. The best selection of Lynn Sheehan Certified Fitter (781) 6 4 6 Raquel Welch wigs and additions. 6 0 0 0 world's Finest beauty, choice and fit Hair U Wear is a proud sponsor of the American Cancer Society and has donated 13, 000 wigs to the American Cancer Society thru 2005 MAKE AN APPOINTMENT FOR YOUR IF It IE IE Hearing Screening or Hearing Aid Cleaning Receive $100 OFF the purchase of a hearing aid. There's still time to place your ad here. II Senior Citizen Publishing at 617- 254 -4545 Thank You to our SPONSO for their supf 5 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS DECEMBER 2005 Thank YOU qfe Get Wise ... Advertise! to our Call Senior Citizen 3 REHAB /L /TAT /ON WAY, WOBURN, MA Publishing SPONSORS Independent & Assisted Living r their su Ort For a Tour Phone ' 617- 254 -4545 J, I PP 8 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS DECEMBER 2005 Library Lines: In addition to our regular offerings, we will have a collection of health and nutrition newsletters which you may borrow. You may keep any one of these if you wish. These letters are published by universities as well as the Mayo Clinic and other well -known medical facilities. In them, you will find much helpful up -to -date information of the current discoveries in health issues. With all the changes taking place in the medical field, it is wise to keep up with the latest medical news. Senior Center Library Hours Monday - Friday loam - 2pm. Free Conversation Groups for Adults Learning English Fall 2005 • Practice Speaking English while making new friends! • Groups are for Intermediate or Advanced English Speakers • One must understand 70% or more of spoken En- glish. Tuesday September 13 December 20, 1:00 -2:30 Are you interested in spending time with the middle school students? Clarke Middle School is looking for volunteers to teach after - school clubs. It can be any- thing of interest, knitting, chess, painting. Please con- tact Becky Rushford, Youth and Family Services Coordinator at 781- 861 -2742. Volunteer Opportunities! The Friend -to- Friend pro- gram is seeking volunteers to support home -bound seniors through socialization and assistance with light household management tasks. Share personal stories, play cards, or assist with grocery shopping the two of you decide!! While offering help to a senior at home, you can gain personal fulfillment from volunteering and form a lasting relationship. Call Kelly Magee at 781-861-0194 for information. Band Looking For Musicians - The Pryme Tyme Big Band of the Lexington Senior Center is looking for musicians who like to play swing and big band music. The band currently had openings in all four sections: Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, and Rhythm (Bass & Gui- tar) The band rehearses on Wed. afternoons. It plays for several dances and concerts through the season. Most of the gigs are in the afternoon or early evening. The band was formed at the Senior Center in 1991. It has an extensive library of big band charts. The band website is: http: / /users.rcn.com /edsheldon/band. Ifyou are a musician and would like to join the band or get more information,please contact Richard Fink at don.rich4grcn.com or by phone at 617- 966 -4100. Fuel Assistance Program - The Fuel Assistance program will run from November 1, 2005 through April 29, 2006. Appointments can be scheduled for new clients through the Senior Center receptionist by calling (781) 861 -0194. Fuel Assistance appointments will take place in the Senior Center Resource Room on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. and ll a.m. Unfortunately, we are unable to take walk -ins, so please be sure to schedule an appointment. Special arrange- ments may be available to accommodate persons unable to come to the Senior Center. Please call Kelly Magee at (781) 861 -0194 with questions or if you need special accommodations. Attention All META Senior Citizen and TAP ID Users: If you missed your opportunity to replace your existing MBTA Senior Citizen IDs and Transportation Access Pass (TAP) IDs here at the Senior Center, you are encouraged to attend programs at other local community centers. The following locations have upcoming MBTA programs scheduled. Waltham Council on Aging: Fri., December 2nd, 1 p.m. -4 p.m. and Arlington Senior Center: Tues., December 8th, 10 a.m. -1 p.m. With the implementation of new fare collection equipment, the MBTA is replacing all valid existing MBTA Senior Citizen IDs and TAP IDs for persons with disabilities. MBTA will be on hand to take photos, issue temporary cards, and provide applications for new TAP ID cards. Note: There is no charge for replacing your existing cards. Medicare Plan Finder Help - THE Medicare Drug Plan Finder Tool is not yet available on www.medicare.gov but the SHINE Program is providing Medicare Drug Plan Enroll- ment Worksheets to all the Councils on Aging in order to help people prepare to find a plan. This form should be completed by the senior who can use to: personally search the plan finder tool at www.medicare.gov, give it to the SHINE counselor for processing in 3 -4 weeks, send it to Minuteman Senior Services SHINE Program for processing, call MassMedline with the information at 1- 866 - 633 -1617, or call Medicare at 1- 800 - medicare. CAUTION: Do notbe hasty and pick aplan before you understand how it may impact your health insur- ance for 2006! For example, if you belong to a Medicare HMO and you pick a plan that is not connected to your HMO, you will be disenrolled by Medicare from the HMO and lose your health insurance! Call the HMO with the phone number on the back of your HMO card if you have questions. Beware companies who want to do the search for a fee. The SHINE Program and MassMedline searches are free. Beware com- panies who ask you for your Social Security and Medicare numbers. Fraudulent companies may try to use the numbers to bill Medicare for a service or equipment you do not need. Remember, most people have until May 15, 2006 to decide on a plan and trained staff will be available to help you. DECEMBER 2005 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 9 991 tr Day of Beauty at "i� Minuteman Regional High School 758 Marrett Road Wednesday, December 14th at 9:30 am Special Senior Discount- APPOINTMENTS ARE NECESSARY Manicure $3.00, Oil Manicure $3.50, Blow Dry $7.00, Set $7.00 and Facial $3.00. Please register before 12:00 noon on December 9th. Stay for lunch and make a reservation at the Fife &Drum Restaurant at 781 - 861 - 6500 Ext. 269. Visit the bakery or the gift shop. Treat yourself for the holidays! Safety Tips- Preventing Falls Charlotte Rodgers, RN, Social Services Nurse With the onset of the winter months, it is time to think about making your house and surrounding areas safe from hazards that may increase your risk of falling. Falls and fall related injuries are among the most serious and most common medical problems experienced by the elderly. In the United States, one in every 3 adults aged 65 or older falls each year. Age - related changes that may make older persons more susceptible to falls include poor vision, hearing problems, poor balance, and difficulty in walking. Factors related to diseases such as Rheumatoid arthritis, cancer, Alzheimer's. Parkinson's, cardiovascular and neurological disorders, and osteoporosis may further increase the risk of a fall. The majority of falls happen in the home. Following these guidelines can prevent many falls: • Maintain a regular exercise program. Exercise improves strength, balance and coordination. Talk with your health care provider about the best type of exercise for you. • Make your home fall - proof. Remove tripping hazards such a papers, books and shoes from floors and stairs. Remove throw rugs that may slip or secure them with double -sided tape. Use non -slip mats in bathtubs and showers. Have grab bars and /or a bath chair installed in your bathroom. Make sure that your home is well lit and that your staircases have handrails. Clear away debris from outdoor entrances, have sand and salt ready for ice and snow. • Have your doctor or nurse review your medications to reduce side effects and avoid drug interactions. Know which medications may make you tired or dizzy. • Have your vision checked regularly by an eye doctor. Poor vision can increase the risk of falling. For more information, handouts and tips about how you can help prevent falls, please come to our presentation "Don't Fall Victim to a Fall" on Monday, December 5, 2005 at L OAM at the Senior Center. Fish Rides Did you know FISH offer free rides to medical appointments?`? If you are a Lex- ington resident, FISH will take you to a medical appointment throughout the Greater Boston area, Monday Friday FREE of charge. For more information call between 9:00 am 4:00 pm at 781- 861 -9300. FISH always needs Volunteers to drive locally or help with phone calls. If you want to hear more about volunteering call 718 - 862 -0375. Windowpane Shop Hours loam to 2pm, Weekdays Selling like -new clothing, accessories, jewelry, scarves, pocketbooks, and small household items. Donations are accepted Mon. through Fri. 8:30-4:30 pm. Fix It Shop Open Thursdays 9 am to 12 noon A great place to get those small items repaired. Drop off and pick up during these times only. Labor free - repair parts at cost. Donations accepted LEXPRESS... Lexington's mini -bus service is wheel- chair equipped and ADA compliant. Op- erates six fixed routes; each route runs once per hour. There is no service on Sat, Sun, or legal holidays. Route No. 1 stops at the Senior Center entrance at 12:48 pm, 1:48 pm and upon request. Seniors fare is $.75. Transfers within the LEXPRESS system are $.25. For riders on Route No. 5 going to Burlington, a $.25 surcharge applies. An annual senior pass is available for $125. For more information call 781- 861 -1210 or www.lexpress.us. Attention Seniors! A� The Minuteman Rollers Bowling League is looking for some new fun - loving men and women who enjoy candlepin bowling as kids and now want to give it another try as adults. We meet at the Woburn Bowladrome every Friday at 9:00 a.m. and thoroughly enjoy both the exercise and the camaraderie. There are all levels of bowlers and the only competition is against yourself. Interested call John Ayvazian at 781 - 862 -5279. 10 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS DECEMBER 2005 Yoga for Health and Fitness, with Lisa Groves Mondays - Dec. 5, 12, 19 $ 18.00 10 -11:00 a.m. 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 or yoga mat. Register with Senior Center receptionist. Class size is limited. Tai Chi, with Laura Coulter -Cook 1:30- 2:30pm Mondays - Dec. 5, 12, 19 $9.00 Jan. 9, 23, 30 $9.00 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 breathe, balance and the sequence of Level 1. Register with Senior Center receptionist. • 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 workout focuses on both upper and lower body muscle strengthening, using free weights and bands. Meets Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays at 9:35- 10:30. All welcome. Instructor Sue LeVasseur will run one session/month. See group for schedule. 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 2:3 0 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. Free. Bereavement & Friendship Group. Meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month., facili- tated by staff Social Worker , Kelly Magee. All are welcome, and no registration is necessary. 1 -2:30 pm. 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.. Parkinson's Support Group. Led by Art Sotak. The Parkinson's Disease support group will meet 4th Mon- day of each month at 1:00 pm at the Senior Center in the Muzzey Room. No meeting in December! Caregivers Group: Group meets 1 st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 2-3:3 0 pm. A support group for caregivers of individuals with memory impairment. The group is ongoing and there is no fee. The group is ongoing and there is no fee. If interested, please call Sandy Simon for an initial telephone intake at 781 -862 -2829 Asian Support Group. We meet to talk about personal and family issues, and adjustment to American culture. Meets at the Senior Center 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month, 1:00-2:30 pm. Podiatry Clinic. With Dr. Teri Burtoft. Thursday, December 15 Call 781- 861 -0194 to schedule an ap- pointment. $25. Please pay the Podiatrist directly. Appointments scheduled 8:3 0 am to 11: 3 0 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 Vil- lages 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 3:3 0 PM. Call Pat at 781- 861 -9108 to make an appointment. SHINE. Counselors Rose Lerner or RhodaNeidorf 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 appoint- ment. Please let us know if you can't make your appoint- ment. Supportive Day Care. Provides a safe daytime envi- ronment for seniors who are having difficulty living independently, and respite for caregivers. Call Carolyn for further information at 781- 259 -1807.