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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-04-00-COA-newsletterLexington Senior Center & Social Services Newsletter NON - PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE BOSTON, MA 59348 PAID Return Service Requested I April 2007 1475 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420 Phone: 781 - 861 -0194 I Issue 314 http: / /ci.lexington.ma.us FAX: 781 - 863 -2271 DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES Lauren McSweeney lmcsweeney @ci.lexington.ma.us OFFICE MANAGER Dianne Snell dsnell @ci.lexington.ma.us SOCIAL SERVICES COORDINATOR Vacant SOCIAL SERVICES NURSE Charlotte Rodgers crodgers @ci.lexington.ma.us PROGRAM CLERK Vacant NUTRITION SITE MANAGER Despina Maradianos SUPPORTIVE DAY CARE DIRECTOR Carolyn Griffith criffith @ci.lexington.ma.us 781 - 259 -1807 VETERANS'AGENT Vacant YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES COORDINATOR Becky Kosterman bkosterman @ci.lexington.ma.us 781 - 861 -2742 COUNCIL ON AGING Betty Borghesam Shirley Buck Marian Cohen, Chair Bob Edwards Dan Fenn Paul Lapointe Leo McSweeney Frieda Oliner Jane Pagett Nicholas Santosuosso Jane Trudeau FRIENDS OF THE COUNCIL ON AGING Mary Ellen Goodwin Marie Hill Julie Miller Susan O'Keefe Eleanor Smith SELECTMAN LIAISON To be determined. Ap wff L the Serlicr Calow Bring a Friend to Lunch - Wednesday, April 11, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. - Cheese Pizza, Salad, Dessert and Beverage. Catered by Nicks Place. Register with receptionist by April 6th. $4.00 Springtime Luncheon - Friday, April 27, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. - Chicken Cordon Bleu with Supreme Sauce, Oven Roasted Potatoes, Green Peas and Pearl Onions, Rolls, Beverage and Dessert. Register with receptionist by April 19th $3.00 Iris Paper Card Making - Friday, April 6, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. in the Conference Room - Would you like to have a unique card for a birthday, holiday, or a special event? Join us and learn how to make an attractive card with folded strips of paper. It's fun and easy to do. Supplies will be provided. You will need small sharp scissors. If you have a small paper cutter, please bring it with you to class. Register with receptionist. Space is limited. $3.00 Silk Road Slide Presentation - Wednesday April 11, 2007 at 10:45 a.m. - Join Eleanor Tung as she shares pictures and experiences on her recent visit to the "Silk Road ". Register with receptionist. Free. "Communicating Effectively With Health Care Professionals" - Wednesday, April 11, 2007 - 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the Dining Room A FORUM FOR CAREGIVERS -� With a light brunch served, provided by The Dana Home Are you helping to provide care or coordinate the health care services of an ill, aging or frail spouse or parent? Although family members provide over 80% of all home care services, they rarely receive any training, support or education as to how to most effectively communicate with health care professionals. In this pro- gram, John Paul Marosy, Executive Director of Senior Care Alternatives, will offer some tactics, techniques and skills needed to be a strong advocate and a better educated health care consumer.Time is allowed for questions following the pre- sentation. Space for this forum is limited to 20 participants. You must pre- register with the receptionist by calling 781- 861 -0194. 2 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS APRIL 2007 Computer & Technology Group - ( Formerly Com- puter Club) - New Name change to enlarge topics to include TV, Radio, Video, Etc. Wednesday, April 4, at 10:00 a.m. - Mr. Harvey Bingham will make a presentation on World -wide Web Accessibility Initiatives. Wednesday, April 18, at 10:00 a.m. - Mr. Paul Lewis, CEO of ComputerHome Help.Com, will discuss Pro- tecting Your Valuable Computer Data With Back- ups, and will give a brief review of Upgrading to Vista Lexington Veteran's Association - Monday, April 9, 2007 at 1:15 p.m. at the Cary Memorial Library. Pre- senting a talk by Colonel Bill Guenon, US Air Force, entitled, POW Raid on Son Tay Camp. Col Guenon, who participated in this raid, wrote a book titled, Se- crets an d Dangero us, Night of the Son Tay PO W R aid. Col Guenon will present a thrilling eyewitness account of the secret humanitarian mission on 21 November 1970, by air commando pilots. These courageous men flew the amazing C -130 aircraft on the edge of a night while leading six helicopters in close formation deep into North Vietnam. They were making a daring rescue attempt of POWs being held in the shadows of Hanoi. This story is about the efforts of the aircraft under his command to call attention to the American Prisoners of War held at Son Tay, North Vietnam in his C -130 Cherry One. This mission was the war's most classified operation. Join us for this lecture. All are welcome. Coffee is generously provided by Starbucks (Lexington Center) and cookies /cake will be served. Beginner Quilting - Thursdays, April 5th - May 24th at 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. Students will learn the basics of Quilting, including both hand and machine techniques. We will choose a small project (Table Runner or Wall Hanging) to work on in class. $42.00 Advanced Quilting - Thursdays, April 5th -May 24th at 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Students will explore advanced machine piercing and machine quilting tech- niques. New projects can be started or unfinished hems can be completed. Register with the receptionist. $42.00 Art History Slide Presentation with Gershon Weisenberg - Friday, April 13, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. in the Muzzey Room - Presentation on Henri Matissse a 20th Century Famous Artist. Please register with receptionist. $3.00 Finance Matters - Tuesdays 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. - An open discussion group focused on financial issues of interest to seniors. Topics include estate planning (wills and trusts), probate, investing, budgeting and sav- ing, risk management (insurance) and taxes. Special Presentation open to all - Keep it safe Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at 9:00 AM. Presented by Debra Cloutier of Century Bank. The presentation will focus on the laws that protect your rights as a banking consumer, ways to avoid scams, ways to protect your identity, overdraft protection and how to resolve complaints regarding your bank accounts. This presentation occurs during the regularly scheduled Finance Matters Meet- ing. Please call to pre- Register at (781) 861 -0194. Lexington SeniorAdvocates (LexSA) - Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. LexSA identifies, develops and pro- motes actions or ideas that specifically satisfy the needs of Lexington Seniors. All are welcome. World Affairs Study Group - Tuesdays, 2:00 p.m. The World Affairs Group continues to meet in the Confer- ence room. Dr. Rathore will be leading the group. The format is discussion about world affairs and current issues in the U.S. New members are always welcome. vao-aa DW ftwmle, APRIL 2007 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 3 Program Highlights continued... "Yesterday and Today" Intergenerational Program - March 27th, April 3rd & April 10th from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Cary Library The Lahey Clinic and the Lexington Social Services Department plan to implement the "Yesterday and Today" Intergenerational program with young adults (grades 6 -8) and senior citizens in Lexington. The purpose of this program is to bring generations together to discuss, research, and understand the differences and similarities of lifestyle growing up today versus growing up in the early to mid 1900's and to create a bond between the gen- erations through rich stories and personal experiences. A senior citizen will be paired with one or two students who will interview each other, talk about family, lifestyle and community and re- search topics that arise from the interviews. In the end, a com- memorative booklet will be created, which can be used as both an educational tool and a keepsake of this enriching experience. To register for this free program, please contact a receptionist at the Lexington Senior Center (781) 861 -0194. cunbria 1 -88841 8-5626 ww%v.carn b riJ:g "a vi ngs ve rn Lexi n gton Center Min Oilman R iLghkwil ITS M-d:iiher F'L)I ::• DLF NJ S12qP A*X&05 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, Weekdays Selling like -new clothing, accessories, jewelry, scarves, pocketbooks, and small household items. Donations are accepted Mon. through Fri. from 8:30 -4:30 pm. PLEASE ACKNO LED E OUR SPONSOR Caunip, Cf-ii 9fii4(& L, &/ s RMAeN. GrA YVON WAY. IGB LMN F MA 1br &.me For i Tour Phone ' E TO A TRIA L O T O i$ D PLACE. 42 d I ir �fCI -h i - -__: '781.27090M I . . 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Entries will be accepted from both amateur and professional artists and the artwork will be exhibited at the Commonwealth Museum. The date of the exhibit will be determined later due to museum renovation. Professional artists will judge the entries. All medium of art is acceptable (oil, watercolor, ink, pastels, etc.) and the size requirements are a minimum of 5" x 7 and a maximum of 18" x 24". If an artist is unable to mat and frame their entry we will provide matting using basic materials. You may also re- submit one previous entry along with your 2007 entry. Please be sure to print your name, address and telephone number and medium on the back of the artwork. The deadline for entries is June 15, 2007. Entries must be mailed or delivered to the attention of Dolores McCray, Mas- sachusetts Archives Building, Commonwealth Museum at Columbia Point, 220 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston, MA 02125. In order for artwork to be displayed on the web site each entry must include an authorization form (available at the Lexington Senior Center). Artists are responsible for retrieving their artwork from the Com- monwealth Museum at or after the awards presentation. Bringing Together Lexington Seniors and Middle School Students! Computer Training Again this spring, Clarke Middle School students will offer a getting- acquainted -with the MAC computer program for seniors. This program will be held at Clarke Middle School, with instruction and support provided by Clarke students. The dates are Wednesday May 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th. The sessions will go from 3:00 to 4:00pm. The program is structured for attendance at all four sessions. Some of the learning possibilities are: word processing, draw- ing presentations, database, making certificates and greeting cards, mail merge, internet and search en- gines, making a web site. Beginners are welcome. Enrollment is limited to 12 seniors and it is free. Register with the Senior Center receptionist at 781- 861 -0194. "CELEBRATE MAY WITH BROWN RAG DAY TUESDAY MAY I 2001 Do you have questions about your medications? The Lexington Senior Center will host "Brown Bag Phar- macy" - a full day of activities scheduled to provide you with medication education. The event will fea- ture MassMedLine, a public - private partnership of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Office of Elder Affairs, and the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences. The morning event will be a speaker from MassMedLine. They will discuss cur- rent trends in medications, prescription plans, and the issue of "polypharmacy "- understanding your medication's possible side effects and drug interac- tions. At noon, you can enjoy a complimentary brown bag lunch. In the afternoon, MassMedLine Pharmacists and pharmacy interns will be on hand to meet with you and discuss your medications and answer any specific questions you may have. Schedule of Events: • 10 -11:30 a.m. Mass MedLine Presentation and Questions and Answers • 12 -1:00 p.m. Brown Bag Lunch sponsored by Lex- ington Health Care Center • 1 -3:00 p.m. Brown Bag Consultations with MassMedline Space is limited to 30 participants. You must register with the receptionist by Wednesday April 25th or call 781 -861 -0194. Brown bags will be available for you to pick up at the Senior Center. Please bring your brown bag (filled with all of your prescription and Over the Counter, vitamins, herb- als, eye drops and creams) with you that day. ft fs Back.l.� Line Dancing with Sam Thursdays, 1:30 - 2:30. Line Dancing is not just for cowboys and cowgirls anymore. If you can do the Electric Slide, you can line dance! And even if you haven't tried, we'll teach you right from the beginning steps! Instructor Sam O' Clair has been line dancing for ten+ years and teaches at several local senior centers. Join us starting April 5, and every Thursday at 1:30, for great music, fun dances and a group of people having a great time. $3.00 per session - pay receptionist. APRIL 2007 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 5 Far Mmir loiftr Join us us for lunch at the LEX CAFE! Nutritious lunches are served daily, for a donation request of $2.00. Call 781- 861 -0194 to speak with Despina Maradianos Nutrition Coordinator, by noon the day before you would like to join us. We ............ ............ -- also celebrate monthly birthdays during ..... luncheon the Third Wednesday of each month. If you would like to celebrate your birthday with us call the Senior Center! Weekly menus can be found in the Lexington Minute- man. For a monthly calendar of menus, call the Senior Center to have one sent to your home. Fuel Assistance Program 2006 -2007 The Fuel Assistance program will run from November 1, 2006 through April 30, 2007. Appointments can be scheduled for new clients by calling the Social Services Department at (781) 861 -0194. Fuel assistance appoint- ments will occur on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommo- date walk -ins, so please be sure to schedule an appoint- ment. Special accommodations may be available to ac- commodate persons who are homebound or have other extenuating circumstances. - - - M -11 Supportive Day Care Due to the factors that include increasing nursing home costs and decreases in Medicare and Medicaid coverage, aging in place is becoming a reality for many seniors. As more people are realizing a full life span, the numbers of elders with multiple disabilities is increasing, and it can be a burden for spouses and caregivers of these indi- viduals to find solutions for their care. As commu- nity supporters of these elders, we look for ways to help them maintain their independence and increase quality of life. The Social Services Department Supportive Day Care program is part of our available network to assist. Supportive Day Care offers relief for family members who are caring for an elder who needs support and supervision in order to remain at home. In addition to providing a safe place to spend the day, we offer two meals, recreational programming, ex- ercisers, social opportunities, intellectual stimulation and round trip transportation. Supportive Day Care can be a key support in assisting families who are coping with increasing needs for supervision and care for a loved one during day time hours. For more information about the program contact Carolyn Griffith, 781- 259 -1807 PLEASE ACKNOWLEDGE OUR SPONSORS It makes sense to concentrate your advertising where it does most good - right in your neighborhood! You pay only the advertising cost. 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The Money Management Program (co- sponsored 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 Minuteman Senior Services: 781- 272 -7177 or 978 - 263 -8720. Library Lines: We are pleased for having so many visitors to the library. We do have a special need for more large print books. The ones we have are mostly mysteries and romances. We'd like to have a more varied collection, so if you have any large print books you can spare, we'd appreciate getting them. Magazine donations would be most welcome. Freebie magazine basket is very popular. Re- minder: No technical, religious or old news magazines please. Senior Center Library Hours - Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. r2 <<- Ili- , IT Start time 1:15 p.m. in the Muzzey Room The Guardian - Monday, April 2nd. - Ben Randall (Kevin Costner) is a legendary rescue swimmer, but in the twilight of his career, he loses his crew in a crash at sea. He's sent to teach at an elite Coast Guard training program, a job he initially sees as a demotion. While there, he meets a cocky young swimmer named Jake Fischer (Ashton Kutcher), who thinks he's ready to take Ben's place in the ranks. Both men's skills are put to the test when they head to the Bering Sea for a rescue mission. PG- 13 - for intense sequences of action /peril, brief strong lan- guage and some sensuality. The Prestige - Tuesday, April 17th - In early 20th Century London, a magician (Christian Bale) develops a rivalry with another conjurer (Hugh Jackman) after devising a seemingly impossible new trick. PG -13 Could -you, or someone you know, use' a little Delp — • Choosing Of using a home computer. digital camera. cell phone. or high definition 1 • Organizing documents, photos or other items in the house • Finding skilled tradesmen to make repairs / improvements I 78lm259m9859 I Call B II at Nei fair the Awkieg: T There's still time 0 12 ee your ad here. nio r Otizen Publishin at 617-2 ti 45 SEffffWCITIZEN PUBLISHING ■ 1505 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE BOSTON, AAA 0 935 (6'17 ) 254-4545 APRIL 2007 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 9 Fries of fthe, Ckmmid A9IV Dcxiefi Request Farm Who are we? The FCOA as we are known maintains the monetary donations raised through both contributions and fundraising activities on behalf of the Lexington Council on Aging to support the Senior Center. What are the funds used for? They are used to support programs and activities, help purchase equipment and services, and to provide improvements at the Lexington Senior Center. What are some examples? Many seniors attend our FCOA sponsored meals each month and enjoy many ofthe music and exercise programs that we help to support. How do we help? Did you know that you could make a tax deductible donation to the FCOA? We area 501(c) 3 and are a non profit organization. Please mail donations to: 1475 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 024200 We appreciate your gifts, thank you. Ifillat is Hie, FXZC This question has been asked of us recently. Therefore, in short, the Friends of the Council on Aging is a separate non profit organization of volunteers dedicated to the support of the Senior Center, now and for the future. The Friends maintains the monetary donations raised through both contributions and fundraising activities on behalf of the Council on Aging, for the benefit of the Senior Center. Our Board members are: Susan O'Keefe .................................... ............................... President Mary Ellen Goodwin ......................... ............................... Treasurer Marie Hill ......................... ............................... Recording Secretary Julie Miller ............... ............................... Corresponding Secretary MAKE AN APPOINTMENT FOR YOUR IF It IE IE Hearing Screening or Hearing Aid Cleaning Raoeive $100 OFF the purchase of a hearing aid. 10 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS APRIL 2007 G 7 Trip reservations can be made by mail or in person at the Senior Center. Reservations cannot be made by phone. Make checks payable to COA Recreation. Due to advance financial commitments, refunds for cancellations made only if the vacancy is filled. Trip itinerary may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Lights, Camera, Action!! ! $68 Wednesday, April 4, 2007 Experience Boston's movie magic by visiting Boston's locations made famous by popular TV shows and movies. A Hollywood expert will board the motor coach to provide behind - the - scenes tidbits and insider information as we see Boston through Hollywood's Eyes. The tour guide will provide trivia on such set -in Boston TV shows as "Ally McBeal ", "Cheers ", "Boston Legal ", and "The Practice ". The films include "Mystic River ", "The Thomas Crown Affair ", and "Good Will Hunting ". There will be a complete luncheon at the Union Oyster House, Boston's oldest restaurant choice of baked chicken breast or broiled scrod. Trip Code T07 -19. Depart 10:45 a.m.; return 4:30 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. La Boheme $30 Thursday, April 19, 2007 Boston's Celebrity Series presents La Boheme by the Boston University Opera Institute, one of the country's leading professional artist training centers. Puccini's classic tragic tale of young artists and lovers in Paris' bohemian Latin Quarter is remarkable for its lush score and passionate characters. Twenty five tickets available. Trip Code T07 -21. Depart 6 p.m.; return 10:30 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. Museum of Science $29 Thursday, May 3, 2007 Join us for a day at Boston's Museum of Science to experience the IMAX theatre and see the latest exhibits. At the IMAX we will view "Hurricane on the Bayou ", one of the most vibrant places in America: the Louisiana bayou and the city of New Orleans--a region overflowing with life, love, music, history, and natural beauty. The story of the delta's coastal wetlands, both before and after Hurricane Katrina, documents the environment and the effects of this most devastating natural disaster. After the noon showing of the film, there will be time for lunch on your own and an opportunity to see one of the museum's latest exhibits The Butterfly Garden. You will walk among the free -flying residents of this warm conservatory filled with exotic plants and get close to a variety of living butterflies from New England and across the globe. Trip Code T07 -23. Depart 10:30 a.m.; return 3:30 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. Suffolk Downs Race Track $31 Wednesday, May 16, 2007 Join us for a day of exciting thoroughbred horse racing and a complete buffet luncheon, from soup to dessert, at the Suffolk downs Racetrack. We will be in the "Topside Room ", where you can view the races and place your bets in comfort. Trip Code T07 -22. Depart 11:15 a.m.; return 5 -5:30 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. Tanglewood Overnight 5275- double; $315 single Sun., Mon.july 22 -23, 2007 Listen to the Boston Symphony Orchestra in the enclosed shed at the Tanglewood Music Center. The guest conductor of this all Beethoven program will be Jens Georg Bachmann, with piano soloist Leon Fleisher and Violin soloist Daniel Hope featured. The performance includes the Lenore Overture, a piano concerto, a romance for violin, and Symphony No. 7 Our overnight stay at the William's Inn in Williamstown, MA includes a complete dinner and breakfast. On Monday morning, we will visit Edith Wharton's famous home, The Mount, in Lenox. This 1902 home and formal gardens of the famous author have recently been restored to reflect the time that Edith lived there. A deposit of $25 is required on registration; balance due June 25. Registration limited to 25 people. Trip Code T08 -1. Depart 8 a.m., Sunday; return 5 p.m., Monday. Park at the Lexington High School, Worthen Rd. field. U� - SAVE THESE DATES FOR FUTURE TRIPS Wednesday, June 6 ....................................... ............................... Mohegan Sun Casino Friday, June 29 ............................ ............................... Tall Ships Cruise, Newport, RI APRIL 2007 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 11 From tlie,flealUh Cbrpiw:w ••T hi rtd rig 2� .At . Ficsim Floral th Cwd" Charlotte Rodgers, RN, Social Services Nurse "Telecare- Telephone Reassurance Program for Seniors" Did you know that the Lexington Senior Center offers a free telephone reassurance program for seniors? Telephone reassurance gives peace of mind to seniors who live alone, and offers a friendly voice- someone to care and listen. Our Telecare Program provides a daily, safety -check phone call, Monday through Friday. Each senior in the program will receive the call from a Senior Center volunteer. If the call is not answered, the volunteer is trained to alert a member of the Social Services staff who will proceed to check on the senior's safety. If you would like more information or would like to register for the Telecare Program, please call Charlotte Rodgers, RN at 781- 861 -0194. On Tuesday, May 1St, the Lexington Senior Center will host a daylong event called "Brown Bag Pharmacy Day ". Look for details in this newsletter and sign up! Alzheimer's Association The compassion to care, the leadership to conquer. 10 Ways to Help a Family Living with Alzheimer's@ 1. Stay in touch — show you care. A card, a call or a visit all mean a lot. 2. Treat the person with respect and dignity. Focus on all that the person can do. 3. Do the little things. Drop off dinner or run an errand. 4. Be specific. Tackle a task on the family's "To do" list. "PolypharmacY in Older Adults" Polypharmacy means "many drugs" and refers to the problems that can happen when a patient is taking many medications. It is a concern for older adults, who ac- count for nearly 30% of all prescribed drugs. If you are age 65 or older, chances are you are taking one or more prescription drugs as well as products you can buy over the counter (OTC). Many OTC products (including herbal, vitamins and many cold medications) can inter- act with your prescription medication. Drug interactions and side effects may show up immediately, or may take many weeks to appear. To avoid interactions, it is very important that you: 1. Make a list of all of your prescribed and OTC medi- cations 2. Show the list to your doctor or health care profes- sional 3. Discuss possible interactions with your pharmacist 4. Never assume that symptoms you feel are just a sign of "getting old" and report any new symptoms to your doctor so that he /she can help make sure all of your medications are safe and effective. 5. Educate yourself. Learn Alzheimer's effects and how to respond. 6. Get the whole family out of the house. Plan an activity like a picnic or dinner at your place; include the person whenever possible. 7. Be a good listener. Support and accept — try not to judge. 8. Encourage the family to stay healthy. Offer ideas for support and respite services. 9. Allow the family some personal time. Fill in as a caregiver, when needed. 10. Keep all family members in mind. From tots to elders, each reacts uniquely. One in three adults knows someone living with Alzheimer's disease. Approximately 4.5 million people in the US have Alzheimer's. You can make a difference. The Alzheimer's Association offers programs and support for people living with Alzheimer's, family members, caregivers and professionals who provide care to them. Call us today or visit us online to learn more. www.alzmass.org HELPLINE: 1.800.272.3900 12 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS APRIL 2007 Bereavement & Friendship Group. Meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month for infor- mal discussion and support. All are welcome, and no registration is necessary. 1:00 -2:3 0 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 - 2:3 0 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. Caregivers Group: Group meets 1 st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 1:30 - 3:00 pm. A support group for caregivers of individuals with memory impairment. The group is ongoing and there is no fee. If interested please call Charlie Zoeller at 781- 861 -8630 or Susan Moore at 781- 861 -9863 for an initial telephone intake. The Evergreen Group - (Chinese Senior Support) We meet to talk about personal and family issues. Meets at the Senior Center the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month, 10:00 -11:45 a.m. Podiatry Clinic With Dr. Gimbal. Wednesday, April 18t Call 781- 861 -0194 to schedule an appointment $30. Please pay the Podiatrist directly. Appointments scheduled 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Blood Pressure Clinic. Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. 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. SHINE. Counselors Rose Lerner or RhodaNeidorf are available to help you with any aspect of your health insurance on Tuesdays from 1:00 p.m. 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 appointment. 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.