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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-09-00-COA-newsletterLexington Senior Center & Social Services Newsletter NON - PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE BOSTON, MA 59348 PAID Return Service Requested I September 2007 1475 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420 Phone: 781 - 861 -0194 I Issue 318 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 Barbara Deveau bdeveau @ci.lexington.ma.us SOCIAL SERVICES NURSE Charlotte Rodgers crodgers @ci.lexington.ma.us PROGRAM CLERK Cara Shapiro cshapiro @ci.lexington.ma.us NUTRITION SITE MANAGER Despina Maradianos SUPPORTIVE DAY CARE DIRECTOR Carolyn Griffith criffith @ci.lexington.ma.us 781 - 259 -1807 VETERANS'AGENT Bob Martin 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 Hank Marz Jain i.s fcr krich at Ow Sago- Calow! A ple Harvest Festival - Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. - Chunky Apple Chicken Salad, Garden Salad, Rolls, Apple Infused Ice Tea, Apples and Apple Dessert. Catered by Nick's of Lexington. Register with receptionist by noon, August 28th. $4.00 Mediterranean Feast - Friday, September 28, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. Lamb Kabob Skewers, Rice Pilaf, Greek Salad with Feta Cheese, Pita Bread, Juice and Baklava. Register with the receptionist by noon, September 12th. $3.00 Don't forget to check out our daily lunch menu in the Lexington Minuteman. AMTA Ss4cir (�l&C�W Pcipaw - �an Wednesday, September 12, 2007 1:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. MBTA staff will be here at the Senior Center to answer your questions about the new Transportation Access Pass (TAP) CharlieCard ID's, exchange your current card for a new TAP CharlieCard ID, and take applications for a first -time Senior ID. Senior customers must be 65+ with a proof of age to apply for the TAP CharlieCard. New Senior ID's with your photo will be mailed to your home. If you have questions about the Senior TAP ID's call (617) 222 -5438 or (800) 543 -8287. For hearing impaired call (617) 222 -5854. "A Lijraaw Cr aw Seri /g" A Dental Presentation by Dr. Mary Jane Hanlon- Rogers, DMD Friday September 21, 2007 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Dining Room Learn about new developments in dentistry and how to best care for the teeth you have. Join us for an exciting presentation by Lexington dentist, Dr. M.J. Hanlon - Rogers, DMD, who has en j oyed over twenty years of service in the dental industry. Also available on that day will be the new M.A.C. Van from the Massachusetts Dental Society where free Oral Cancer Screenings will be provided for anyone interested. Please call the receptionist at 781- 861 -0194 to sign up for the presentation. 2 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS SEPTEMBER 2007 Com uter & Technolo y Group - Wednesday, Sep- tember 5, 2007 at 10 a.m. An Open Forum with question and answer session. Wednesday, September 19, 2007 at 10 a.m. Presen- tation by Paul Lewis, CEO, Computer Home Help Co. Finance Matters - Tuesdays, beginning September 11, 2007, 9 a.m. –10:30 a.m. - An open discussion group focused on financial issues of interest to seniors. Topics include estate planning (wills and trusts), pro- bate, investing, budgeting and saving, risk manage- ment (insurance) and taxes. All are welcome. September 18, 2007, 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. - Tim Leahy, a Certified Financial Planner with Eagle Strategies, the finan- cial planning subsidiary of New York Life, will give a presentation on the pros and cons of the most common financial products providing a brief de- scription of the different products and their potential uses, as well as examples of when a certain financial product would NOT make sense. Short case studies will be used. Time will be allowed fora ques- tion and answer period. Please call to pre - Register at (781) 861 -01940 Lexington Senior Advocates (LexSA) - Tuesdays, beginning September 11, 2007,11 a.m. 12:00 p.m. LexSA identifies, develops and promotes actions or ideas that specifically satisfy the needs of Lexington Seniors. All are welcome. World Affairs Study Grou - Tuesdays, beginning September 11, 2007, 2:00 p.m. The World Affairs Group continues to meet in the Conference room. Dr. Rathore will be leading the group. The format is dis- cussion about world affairs and current issues in the U.S. New members are always welcome. Card Makin–Iris Pa per Folding Friday, Septem- ber 7, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. Join us and learn how to make an attractive autumn card with layers of folded strips of paper. It's fun and easy to do. Supplies will be provided. You will need a small sharp scissors. If you have a small paper cutter, please bring it with you to class. Register with the recep- tionist. $4.00 Plein Air Painting - Thursdays at 9 a.m. through September 27, in the Senior Center Dining room. Avis Foster invites you to bring your easel, paint box, hat, a sandwich and drink and accompany her for trips to neighboring towns to paint. Instruction in watercolors, acrylic or oils. S&MW lyftlagFrV it fcr YCLAr FlealW Monday, September 17, 2007 at 2 p.m. Presented by Rev. Nicholas Ciccone, PhD. of Care Alternatives The program will define stress, identify the physiologic effects of stress, help people recognize the psychosocial effects of stress, give strategies to assist in alleviating symptoms of acute stress and provide skills to success- fully cope with long term stress. Register with the receptionist. Rqm Jay K"n"Ys RcL&2*a&a Tuesday September 18, 2007— 10 a.m. -11 a.m. Join State Representative Jay Kaufman to discuss policy, raise questions, address concerns or simply chat. nP a�y�o-ano, Friends of the Council on Aging purchased a new registration system for the Senior Center. • No cost to seniors • System paid for by the Friends of the COA • System will provide accurate data reports required for funding from the Town and state. • System will indicate most popular programs and those where expansion might be possible. • System will only work when used by seniors. • Sign up dates / demonstration will be available: Tuesday, September 4, 2007 from 10 -11 a.m. Wednesday, September 12, 2007 from 10 -11 a.m. Wednesday, September 19, 2007 from 1 -2 p.m. Monday, September 24, 2007 from 10 -11 a.m. A raffle for those people signing up on these dates! SEPTEMBER 2007 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 3 71=014m4fflm r 2 9U �ar 1- 18-56 www.emmbAd bun U-W-Max D eglone HS 275 Mass Ave., Lexington Oil Sales and Service :, M . E : DtCAL,:S :: UPPLY .......... WE BRING TO YOU TO ORDER 617 - 699 -8766 FREE DELIVERY FULL LINE GERIATRIC Health Care Items Program Highlights continued.... Lasr�v� veawals �a6o� Nl�e6rg All Are Welcome for the Lecture and Refreshments Dr. Field will talk about his liaison work discussing attempts by the Soviets to enlist our help to repatriate Soviet refugees in the Western Zone and his opportunity to attend (as a visitor) several sessions of the Nuremberg Trials, including the Soviet case against Goering. Dr. Field is an Associate at the Davis Center for Russian and Eurasian Studies at Harvard and continues to study the health issues, high mortality rate and implica- tions of the steady decline in population of the former Soviet Union. Coffee provided courtesy Lexington Center Starbucks Tmffiwc� VC&SIMISlov Akecke The Tax -Aide program sponsored by AARP and the Internal Revenue Service needs volunteers to help low -and moderate - income seniors prepare their federal and state income tax returns. Each volunteer takes part in one or two sessions a week during February, March and early April at the Lexington Senior Center. Sessions, staffed by two Tax -Aide volunteers, are held three days -a -week. Tax -Aide volunteers receive a training package from the IRS and may attend a one - week training session in January. Most pass the IRS take -home examination which is required. If you are comfortable doing income taxes and would like to obtain more information about becoming a volunteer, contact Marge Kent at (781) 862 -4014. The Friends of the Council on Aging will be having 4U7 lrlc&3cjr YARD SALE On October 13, 2007 as a participant in the East Lexington Fair Participants include: Waldorf School, Follen Church and Wilson Farm. This fund raising event will help to provide for both existing and new programs and services at our Senior Center. Volunteers are always welcome to help ith these events or to p become part of the Friends of the Council on Aging, please call JE7 the telephone number below. If ou have items you would like to donate large or small lease y y � g small, Susan O'Keefe at (781) 863 -5340. 4 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS SEPTEMBER 2007 Program Highlights continued.... Afternoon Movie Start time 1:15 p.m. in the Muzzey Room Disappearances - Monday, September 10, 2007 - Forced to smuggle whiskey in an attempt to save his family, Quebec Bill (Kris Kristofferson) and his son embark on an unforgettable trip. Their journey through vast reaches of the wilderness leads them to discover a haunted and elusive past in this western adventure. (PG -13) Sweet Land - Tuesday, September 25, 2007 - Inge (Elizabeth Reaser), a feisty German mail -order bride comes to Min- nesota to marry Olaf (Tim Guinee), a young Norwegian farmer of few words. In the post WWI, anti - German climate, the local minister (John Heard) openly forbids the marriage. Despite the town's disapproval, Inge and Olaf fall in love. When the town banker (Ned Beatty) attempts to foreclose on the farm of his friend Frandsen (Alan Cumming), Olaf takes a stand and the community unites around the young couple, finally accepting Inge as one of their own. (PG -13) DVD's provided courtesy of Lexington VIDEOSMITH. Advanced uiltin : Thursdays, September 20, 2007 November 8, 2007 at 9 a.m.-Students will continue to explore advanced machine quilting techniques. We will design sampler type quilts using varied block shapes and sizes. Register with the receptionist. $42/8 classes. Be inner uilting: Thursdays, September 20, 2007 November 8, 2007 at 1 p.m. Students will learn the basics of quilting, including both hand and machine piec- ing. Register with the receptionist. $42/8 classes. Intermediate Level Bride Wednesdays, beginning October 3, 2007 at 1:30 through December 5, 2007 No classes October 17 and November 21. Come and play bridge. If you need extra help please contact John Fedorochko at 781- 861 -9855. Space is limited. Registration required. Free. /fAl2 /MG SCREEN /MGS MWTH Rya RS /fAR /AIG A 4P it �- Lexington Senior Center 1475 Massachusetts Ave (in the classroom ) Monday, September 17, 2007 from 9:30 to 12:30 pm *By Appointment Only* You must sign up with the receptionist and make an appointment for your hearing screen- ing. Call the Senior Center at 781- 861 -0194 to register. Free ane,ya...+ead�ir� tlw If you reach that gap in your Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D) that is often called the "donut hole," you will have to pay up to $3,051.25 out -of- pocket for your prescription drugs before your Part D plan will start paying again. It's time to see how Prescription Advantage can help. If you are single and your income is less than $30,630, or, if you are married and your combined income is less than $41,070, Prescription Advan- tage can help to pay for the drugs covered by your Part D plan when you reach the donut hole. You will only pay a Prescription Advantage co- payment. If your income is higher, you may be eligible for benefits that would put a cap on the amount you would have to pay. With Prescription Advantage there is no need to worry about the donut hole. You no longer have to wait for an open enroll- ment to apply for Prescription Advantage. You can apply at any time, so call today for an application. You can reach Prescription Advantage Customer Service toll -free at 1- 800 - AGE -INFO (1- 800 -243- 463 6) or TTY for the deaf and hard of hearing at 1- 877 - 610 -0241. Fix It Shcp Arv%" Sale awl bird Ai.sxian Wednesday, October 10, 2007 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Auction items will be revealed at 3 p.m. SEPTEMBER 2007 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 5 F4ar V=.jr lrififf Ar Imeo� Join 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 lunch 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 Min- uteman. For a monthly calendar of menus, call the Senior Center to have one sent to your home. Money Management Program: Assistance with Monthly Bill Paying, cop- ing 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 Pro- gram (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. C.O.A. Seniors Golf All experienced and beginner senior golfers are invited to join your golfing friends at two weekly morning events: Mondays at 7:30 a.m. at Stone Meadow Golf Course and Thursdays at 7:30 a.m. at Pine Meadow Golf Course. For further information, contact Ted Gorczyca at 781 - 863 -87290 T FXP1? FV 1 Q The Lexpress staff is happy to initiate Seniors to Lexington's in -town bus service u ..::..:....... by telephone inquires or accompanying a rider on the bus to guide them as they build their comfort level. Call the Lexpress office at (781) 861 -1210 to speak to the staff about schedules, routes or travel training. g PLEASE ACKNOWLEDGE OUR SPONSORS • Learning how to send & receive a -mails and photos • Choosing & using a computer or digital camera • Organizing & restoring family records, pictures, etc. Call Bill Lytle at 781 - 259 -9859 Help for the Asking (references available) SENIOR CITIZEN PUBLISHING • 1505 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE BOSTON, MA 02135 (617) 254 -4545 ................................................ m ig: 0 U) 0 0 C- C) c r j 00 Q) 0) X (D a) M (3) CL 0 L- 0 co 0 0 0 M U- 0 o 42 U- X ................ .1 �-- 7- lo� d • • .......... • ........... ....... ............ ........... .......... • ............. 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Make checks pa to Town of Lexin Due to advance financial commitments, refunds for cancellations made onl if the vacanc is filled. Trip itinerar ma chan due to unforeseen circumstances. Monda November 19 ............... Mohe Sun Casino Wednesda December 5 ............. Newport Christmas & Lasalette Shrine SEPTEMBER 2007 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 9 Ifillat is t F.GClA? This question has been asked of us recently. Therefore, in short, the Friends of the Council on Aging is a separate non profit organi- zation 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 Fries of fthe, GcLsi6 A9tv 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 thefunds usedfor ? 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 enj oy many of the 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. MAKE AN APPOINTMENT FOR YOUR IF It IE IE Hearing Screening or Hearing Aid Cleaning Raoeive $100 OFF the purchase of a hearing aid. SPONSOR THIS NEWSLETTER! can 677- 254 -4545 10 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS SEPTEMBER 2007 Fr%w" O JLWp" hifcr K cn ab�a�.t SHr�es Charlotte Rodgers, RN, Social Services Nurse What is Shingles? Shingles is a disease that affects nerves and causes pain and blisters in adults. It is caused by the same varicella- zoster virus that causes chicken pox. After you recover from chicken pox, the virus does not leave your body, but continues to live in some nerve cells. For reasons not completely understood, the virus can become activated again, and it produces shingles. Most adults live with the virus in their body and never get shingles, but, about one in five people who have had chicken pox will get shingles later in life- usually after the age of 50. You cannot "catch" shingles from someone who already has it. Most people will have shingles only once, however, it is possible to have it again. How is it treated? It is very important that you go to see your doctor no later than 3 days after the rash begins. Although there is no cure for shingles, early treatment with drugs that fight the virus can help. These medications will help shorten the length of the infection and lower your risk for developing other complications- such as, post- herpetic neuralgia (PHN) and infection. What is PHN? Post - Herpetic Neuralgia is a long lasting nerve pain that is felt in the same area that the rash had been. People who have PHN call it "the pain that won't go away ". The older you are when you get shingles, the greater your chances of developing PHN. Who is at risk? Anyone with the varicella- zoster virus in their body can be at risk for getting shingles, however, there are things that make you more likely to develop the d isease: Advanced age: The risk increases as you age. People have a hard time fighting off infections as they get older. The chance of getting shingles becomes much higher by age 70. •Trouble fighting infections: A weakened immune system can put you at risk for shingles. Age, HIV infection, cancer, cancer drugs, radiation therapy or even a cold or stress can weaken your immune system (even for a short time). What are the symptoms? Most people have some of the following symptoms: burning, tingling or numbness of the skin; feeling sick- chills, fever, upset stomach and headache; fluid - filled blisters; skin that is sensitive to the touch; mild itching to strong pain. Shingles usually follows a pattern. A few days after the tingling or burning feeling on the skin, a red rash develops. In a few days, the rash will turn into fluid - filled blisters. The blisters will dry up and crust over within several days- but pain can continue much longer. Most cases of shingles last from 3 to 5 weeks. Prevent Shingles - A New Vaccine A new vaccine (Zostavax) has been approved by the FDA for individuals 60 years of age and older. This vaccine has been shown to reduce the occurrence of herpes zoster (shingles) by about 50 %. For those who were vaccinated and still developed shingles, the duration of pain was a bit shorter. You should speak with your doctor about getting this vaccine to find out if it is right for you. — Adapted fNOm the National Institute on Aging/ Health Publications �aad FV1M9L&X=0, ah4cw Thursday mornings from 10 to 11 AM at the following locations: 1St Thursday of the month - Lexington Senior Center, 1475 Massachusetts Avenue 2nd Thursday of the month - Countryside Village, off Woburn St.- in Lexington Housing Authority Of- fice Building /Meeting Room. 3r Thursday of the month - at Greeley Village, off Bedford St., turn in on Tewksbury St. or Shirley St.- in the center building/ meeting and laundry facilities. 4th Thursday of the month - at Vynebrooke Village, off Waltham St.- in the center building/ meeting and laundry facilities. 5 t Thursday of the month – no BP clinic. SEPTEMBER 2007 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 11 Due to the factors that include increasing nursing home costs and decreases in Medicare and Medicaid cover- age, aging 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 individuals to find solutions for their care. As com- munity 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, exercise, social op- portunities, intellectual stimulation and round trip trans- portation. 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 pro- gram contact Carolyn Griffith, 781- 259 -1807. FYCR S134C31w S0k*&CX=, Phag�M" The Senior Service Program allows participating tax- payers to work for the municipality in exchange for a reduction in their tax bill. • Applications are available through the Social Ser- vices Department, and will be accepted for review through September 15, 2007. • Applicants must be 60 years of age or older and own property in Lexington that serves as their principle residence. • Gross income (including Social Security income) must not exceed $46,300 for single taxpayer or $52,950 for a couple. • The maximum credit a single taxpayer may earn is $935.00 including all withholdings per fiscal year. • Two people per household may participate in the program, earning a maximum of $1,190.00. In this situation, a participant may work no more than 110 hours. For more information, please call Dianne Snell at 781- 861 -0194. Thursday, September 13, 2007 at 9:30 a.m. Join us at the Senior Center for an informal coffee and tour of our facility. This is a great opportunity to learn what we do and how you can become part of our community. No Registration required. Fix It Sficp Open Thursdays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 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 are accepted Monday through Friday 8:30 - 4:30. . - .. 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Weekdays Selling like -new fall clothing, accessories, j ewelry, scarves, & pocketbooks. Accepting donations of small household items, Monday through Friday 8:30 - 4:30. 12 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS SEPTEMBER 2007 Yoga for Health and Fitness, with Lisa Groves Fridays, 9:30 -10:35 a.m. Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28 $24.00 Oct. 5, 12 19 26 $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 or yoga mat. Register with Senior Center receptionist. Class size is limited. Tai Chi, with Laura Coulter -Cook 1:30- 2:30pm Mondays - Sept. 10, 17, 24 $ 12.00 Oct. 1, 15 22 29 $16.00 Class teaches breathing techniques, better balance and body awareness. Articles expound upon it's benefits to lower cholesterol, blood pressure and create better balance. It's moving meditation using gentle body motion. All physical abilities welcome with easy adaptation for chair use and standing. Wear comfortable clothing and layers. Body temperature can fluctuate as the room tem- perature does. Flat shoes such as canvas are recommended. This class is a multi - leveled approach and beginners are welcome. Please be on time allowing 15 minutes to register at the front desk for the month. Register with the COA. Class size limited to 25. • Stretch & Bend. Large, popular stretching and limbering group offers support and instruction. The group meets Mondays through Fridays from 9:00-9:30 a.m. 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 from 9:35 -10:30 a.m. All 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 a.m. $5 /session. Pay instructor. • Ping Pong. All welcome to join a game on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 2 -4 p.m. All levels. Free. • Line Dancing with Sam O'Clair. 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. Classes will be every Thursday from 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Cost is $3.00 per session, pay the receptionist. The Evergreen Group - (Chinese Senior Sup- port) 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. Parkinson's Support Group. Led by Art Sotak. The Parkinson's Disease support group will meet 4th Monday of each month at 1:00 pm at the Senior Center in the Muzzey Room. Bereavement & Friendship Group. Meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. All are welcome, and no registration is neces- sary. 1:00 -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. Caregivers Group: Group meets 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 1:00 –2:30 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 Moor at 781- 861 -9863 for an initial telephone intake. SHINE. Counselors Rose Lerner or Rhoda Neidorf are available to help you with any as- pect 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 appointment. Podiatry Clinic. With Dr. Gimbal. Wednes- day, September 19. 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. Supportive Day Care. Provides a safe daytime environment for seniors who are having diffi- culty living independently, and respite for caregivers. Call Carolyn for further information at 781- 259 -1807.