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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-10-00-COA-newsletterLexington Senior Center & Social Services Newsletter NON - PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE PAID BOSTON, MA 59348 Return Service Requested I October 2007 1475 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420 Phone: 781 - 861 -0194 I Issue 319 http: / /ci.lexington.ma.us FAX: 781 - 863 -2271 DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES Join us for lunch at the Senior Center! Lauren McSweeney lmcsweeney @ci.lexington.ma.us Fall Luncheon - Wednesday, October 10, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. Lunch is courtesy OFFICE MANAGER of the presenter, Metropolitan Home Health Services, Inc., a MA- licensed, fully Dianne Snell dsnell @ci.lexington.ma.us insured, private, family -owned Home Health Care Agency managed by professional SOCIAL SERVICES COORDINATOR nurses who have been providing quality care for the elderly and disabled for over Barbara Deveau 19 years. Choice of one of the following sandwiches catered by Neillio's of bdeveau @ci.lexington.ma.us Lexington: Roast Turkey with Cranberry and Mayonnaise, Mozzarella Cheese with SOCIAL SERVICES NURSE Charlotte Rodgers Basil Pesto Roast Beef with Boursin Cheese or Classic Chicken Salad , , , served with crodgers @ci.lexington.ma.us Tri- Colored Tortellini Pasta Salad and Dessert. Register with the receptionist by PROGRAM CLERK Thursday October 4th Free. Cara Shapiro cshapiro @ci.lexington.ma.us Oktoberfest - Thursday, October 18, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. - Sausages with Peppers, NUTRITION SITE MANAGER Despina Maradianos Onion and a Roll, Potato Chips, Cole Slaw, Sauerkraut, Juice and Pineapple Upside SUPPORTIVE DAY CARE Down Cake. Register with receptionist by noon, October 4. $3.00 DIRECTOR Carolyn Griffith c @ci.lexin A Very Scary Luncheon - Wednesday, October 31, 2007 at 11:30 a.m. D4 781 - 259 -1807 A Very Foul Ghoulash (Chicken Stew), Wilted Greens (Garden Salad), VETERANS AGENT Bob Martin Mummified Rounds (Fresh Rolls and Butter), Witches Brew, Desert Sand YOUTH & FAMILY (or is that Dessert). Come in costume. Prize for best costume. Catered SERVICES COORDINATOR Becky Kosterman by Neillio's of Lexington. Register with the receptionist by noon, October 17. bkosterman @ci.lexington.ma.us $4.00 781 - 861 -2742 COUNCIL ON AGING Don't forget to check out our daily lunch menu in the Lexington Minuteman. Betty Borghesani Shirley Buck Marian Cohen, Chair Bob Edwards "UNDERSTANDING REHABILITATION" Dan Fenn Paul Lapointe Leo McSweeney Wednesday, October 17 , 2007 1:30 to 2:30 PM Frieda Oliner Jane Pagett Do you know how to choose a rehabilitation center after surgery or an injury? Do Nicholas osso Santosu Jane Trudesu . you know how many days your Medicare will pay for rehabilitation? Do you know FRIENDS OF THE what to expect when you go to a rehabilitation center? And, did you know, that COUNCIL ON AGING you have the right to choose which center you go to? Mary Ellen Goodwin Marie Hill Join Lexington Health Care Center's Rehabilitation Director, Kendal Daly, for Julie Miller Susan O'Keefe coffee and conversation on Wednesday, October 17 at 1:30 pm in the Senior Center Eleanor Smith Dining Room. Lexington Health Care Center will be here for a presentation about SELECTMAN LIAISON rehabilitation and will answer your questions. Coffee and cookies will be served. Hank Marz Please sign u b calling the Senior Center receptionist at 781 - 861 -0194 g p y g p 2 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS OCTOBER 2007 Computer & Technology Group - Wednesday, Oc- tober 3, 2007 at 10 a.m. - An Open Forum with a question and answer session. Wednesday, October 17, 2007 at 10 a.m. - Pro- gram to be announced at the October 3 meeting. Finance Matters - Tuesdays, 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), probate, investing, bud- geting and saving, risk management (insurance) and taxes. All are welcome. Monday, October 15, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. - Town of Lexington Finance Director, Rob Addelson, will join us, giving a presentation on the residential real estate assessment process. Time will be allowed for questions following the presentation. Please call to pre- Register at (781) 861 -01940 Lexington Senior Advocates (LexSA) - Tuesdays, 11 a.m. -12:00 p.m. LexSA identifies, develops and promotes actions or ideas that specifically sat- isfy the needs of Lexington Seniors. All are wel- come. World Affairs Study Group - Tuesdays, 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 discussion about world affairs and current issues in the U.S. New members are always welcome. Poets Live Again Tuesdays, beginning October 2, 2007 through October 23, 2007 from 10 a.m. 12 p.m. Join us in exploring the life and works of the new Poet Laureate, Charles Simic. He is a Pulitzer Prize winner, interesting and provocative. The Magic Circle, as we call ourselves, is a wel- coming fun loving group of interesting people. We perform on television. Please pay instructor, Evelyn B. Giteck, BA, MA. Register with the receptionist. $ 15/4- week - course. Intermediate Level Bridge Wednesdays, begin- ning October 3, 2007 through December 5, 2007 at 1:30 p.m. No classes October 17 and Novem- ber 21. Come and play bridge. Space is limited. Registration required. Free Card Making – Stamping and Embossing Tuesday, October 9, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. Here's a chance to design an original greeting card. We will do rubber stamping and use embossing powders and a heat gun to create a three - dimensional effect. You will need small sharp scissors. If you have a heat gun, please bring it with you to class. All other materials will be provided. Register with the recep- tionist. Space is limited. $4.00 Lexington Veteran's Association Meeting - Cary Memo- rial Library in the Meeting Room Tuesday, October 9, 2007 at 1:15 –The presentation by CWO Matt Cummings, Blackhawk Pilot, will be on the "126 Aviation Battalion MASSACHUSETTS, Army National Guard, DEPLOY- MENT TO IRAQ AND KUWAIT." Art History Presentation Wednesday, October 10, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. in the Muzzey Room Edgar Degas, the French Impressionist painter and sculptor, is known for painting scenes of everyday Parisian life, compositions that are off - center, his experiments in color and form, and his renderings of ballet dancers in both paint and bronze. Please register with receptionist. $3.00 Rep. Jay Kaufman Tuesday October 16, 2007 at 7 p.m. Join Rep. Kaufman at Lexington Town Hall in the Selectmen's Meeting Room. CPR Training for Grandparents and Others One class only, class will be limited to 10 participants. Wednesday October 24th from 9 AM to 12:30 PM There is no cost for this class, but you must sign up with the receptionist. Please call 781- 861 -0194 to register. OCTOBER 2007 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 3 0 C unbrid gc S, %dM �Vi�.r� 1-888418-5626 Lexin gton Center Nfin iOpmon R ilghknal TTS M-d:ii er F'L C. - MccnLer DLF f I RLf=x OIL e 27 5 M a&s Ave.,. Lexington Oil Sales and Service WE BRING IT TO you 'U TO ORDER 617- 699 -8766 FREE DELIVERY FULL L[NE GERIATRIC Health Care Items T}f,AN'KS TO T#ff SPONSORS L FOR fMER SUPPORT Program Highlights continued.... Tax Aide Volunteers Needed - 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 people pass the IRS take -home exami- nation 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. Are you reaching the "Donut Hole "? 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 Advantage 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 enrollment 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 -4636) or TTY for the deaf and hard of hearing at 1 -877- 610 -0241. Country Legends Tribute to Benefit Minuteman Senior Services It's the Next Best Thing! Join Minuteman Senior Services at the Regent Theatre in Arlington for a Country Legends Tribute on Friday, October 19, at 8 p.m. Celebrity impersonators bring country sweethearts, Patsy Cline, Dolly Parton and Kenny Rodgers, to Arling- ton direct from Las Vegas for the non - profit agency's annual fundraiser all proceeds benefit the programs Minuteman provides in 16 communities. Great rates for seniors and /or groups of 10 or more are now available. Call the Regent Theatre box office at 781- 646 -4849 to reserve your seat now, or order your tickets online at www.regenttheatre.com. 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Topics of dis- cussion will include: "Changes in Society," "Grand- parents: More Important than Ever," "Unfinished Busi- ness Between Parents and Children," "When Parents and Grandparents Disagree," "When Grandchildren Visit," and "Replacing Judgement with Curiosity." Conversations will be based on Grandparenting with Love and Logic by Jim Fay and Foster W. Cline, M.D. and Difficult Conversations, a New York Times Business Bestseller that resulted from the Harvard Negotiation Project and Getting to Yes by Roger Fisher. Please register with the receptionist. 781 - 861 -0194 Property Tax Relief Application Assistance Appointment Appointments are now being scheduled to assist resi- dents who need help filling out the paperwork asso- ciated with real estate tax exemptions and /or deferral programs. Volunteers have been trained by the Town of Lexington Assessor's Office. Volunteers will hold office hours by appointment only at the Senior Center Monday afternoons and Thursday mornings. Call the receptionist at 781 - 861 -0194 to schedule an ap- pointment. 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 Man- agement 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. Afternoon Movie Start time 1:15 p.m. in the Muzzey Room Music and Lyrics — Tuesday, October 9, 2007 When ahas -been 80's rock star (Hugh Grant) is asked to write a song for the hottest singing sensation of the time, he discovers he can write the music but not the lyrics. Enter Sophie Fisher (Drew Barrymore), the plant lady, who has a way with words. (PG -13) Wild Hogs - Tuesday, October 30, 2007 Tim Allen, John Travolta, Martin Lawrence and Wil- liam H. Macy play four weekend - warrior friends who decide to rev up their hohum suburban lives with a cross - country motorcycle adventure. A lot can happen on the road to nowhere. (PG -13) D VD's provided courtesy of Lexington VIDEOSMITH SENIORS CAN SAYE MONEY on HEALTH CARE COSTS in 2008 Tuesday, October 30, 2007 10 a.m. -11:30 a.m. With so many Medicare plans out there and new ones coming in every year, what's the best way to learn about them and choose the best plan? In addition to learning about the changes in their own plans, many people are wondering about the special needs plans. Who is eligible? What do they cover? Now that Prescription Advantage is open continuously, how can it help with drug costs? What about this "extra help" people keep talking about? What about the new state plans? Who has to purchase one? Join us October thirtieth at 10:00 am at the Lexington Council on Aging, 1475 Massachusetts Avenue Lexing- ton MA, for a discussion on all the choices that will be available to seniors. Bring your questions and meet with a SHINE insurance counselor. Presented by the S.H.I.N.E. Program at Minuteman Senior Services. SHINE stands for Serving the Health Information Needs of Elders and is funded and managed by the Executive Office of Elder Affairs in coordination with local agencies. For more information, please call the Council on Aging or Minuteman Senior Services toll -free at 1- 888 - 222 -6171. Ask for the SHINE Program. OCTOBER 2007 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 5 C.O.A. Seniors Golf All experienced and beginner senior golfers are invited to j oin 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. 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Trip itinerary may change due to unforeseen circumstances. White Mt. Hotel & Hobo Railroad $65 Monday, October 1 The morning's picturesque drive through New Hampshire will bring us to the White Mt. Hotel, nestled between Whitehorse and Cathedral Ledges in the spectacular White Mountains. Enjoy a complete luncheon with a choice of chicken marsala or baked stuffed haddock. After lunch, the drive along the KANGAMANGUS HIGHWAY will afford beautiful views of the fall foliage of the White Mountains. In Lincoln, we'll board the HOBO RAILROAD for a 80 minute ride through a natural woodsy setting along the Pemigewasset River, just minutes from Franconia Notch. Trip code T08 -9. Depart 8 a.m.; return 6:30 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd Johnny Appleseed Indian Trail $49 Tuesday, Oct. 23 Sit back and enjoy a full day in the "countryside ", starting with a narrated guided tour of the Central, MA region. A local historian, Diane Callan, will meet us at the Johnny Appleseed Visitor's Center in Leominster and hop on the bus for a back road adventure. Diane will tell us about the local landmarks associated with "The King Phillips War ", "Johnny Appleseed ", and the "Harvard /Shirley Shakers ". There will be a stop at BOLTON ORCHARDS, a fifth generation farm stand, for an opportunity to buy fresh produce and baked farm goods. Lunch will be served at the historic BULL RUN RESTAURANT, a pre - Revolutionary tavern, dating back to 1740 choice of stuffed fillet of sole, roast loin of pork, or breast of chicken. The ride home will take us past the historic area of the Fruitlands Museum. Trip Code T08 -10. Depart 8:30 a.m.; return 4:30 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. Moakley Courthouse and ICA $40 Thursday, Nov. 8, 2001 In the morning we will visit the new Moakley Federal Courthouse, located on Boston's waterfront, for a guided tour, which features the spectacular glass wall that overlooks Boston Harbor. Other aspects of the tour include a visit to a typical courtroom, the Wall of Honor that features the names of those involved in the design and construction of the building, and an art exhibit. Please note that to gain entrance, you must have two forms of identification (including one with a photo). Also any electronic equipment such as cell phones must be checked at the door. After lunch at the No Name Restaurant that includes cup of chowder, choice of entree (broiled salmon, saute shrimp, or saute chicken), pie, and beverage; we will visit the new Institute of Contemporary Art. The guided tour will focus on the museum as a whole, showing the galleries and introducing each exhibition, the architectural highlights, and discussing the concepts behind the design of the new ICA. Trip Code T08 -13. Depart 9:15 a.m.; return 3 -3:30 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. Mohegan Sun Casino $19 Monday, Nov. 19, 2001 Spend the day at the Mohegan Sun Casino and try your luck at your choice of 3,000 state -of -the -art slot machines or one of the table games of Blackjack, Poker, Baccarat. The package includes a $10 food coupon and a $10 free bet coupon. Trip Code T08 -11. Depart 7:30 a.m.; return 6:30 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. SAVE THESE DATES FOR FUTURE TRIPS Wednesday, December 5 ................. ............................... Newport Christmas & Lasallette Shrine January, 2008 ....................................................................... ............................... Foxwoods Casino OCTOBER 2007 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 9 What is the F.C.O.A.? 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 Friends of the Council on Aging Donations Request Form 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 of the music and exercise programs that we help to support. How can you help? Did you know that you can 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. IIAA1[E AN APPOINTMENT FOR YOUR IFI tE E Hewing sorming or Hearing Aid Cimning Rsniw $1 a Q!'tlo purcham of a hsdring aid. Pine Knoll Nursing Center W r "Still family owned q and operated. 30 Watertown Street 781m862m8151 Lexington, MA www.pineknollnursingcenter.com SPONSOR THIS NEWSLETTER! can 617- 254 -4545 10 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS OCTOBER 2007 From the Health Corner: "Promoting Healthy Lifestyles" Charlotte Rodgers, RN, Social Services Nurse Did you kuow...p October is National Depression Screening Month. Did you know that depression is the most common late life mental health condition? As we age, changes occur, such as losing loved ones, coping with physical and It's time to think about Flu Shots again! The single best way to prevent the flu is to get a flu vaccine each fall. October or November is the best time to get vaccinated, but you can still get vaccinated in December and later. Flu season can begin as early as October and as late as May. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention offers the following guidelines for who should be vacci- nated: mental challenges, financial concerns, and feeling Child age 6 -59 months lonely. Sometimes, these changes may lead to de- pression. Some medical conditions, such as heart disease, increase your risk for depression. Some symptoms of depression include a loss of interest in activities you used to enjoy, loss of energy, sad- ness, change in sleep patterns, loss of appetite and weight and difficulty concentrating or making de- cisions. It is important to know that depression is NOT a normal part of aging and can be successfully treated. The first step is to tell someone how you are feeling. On Thursday October 4, 2007, information about depression will be available during the COA Blood Pressure Clinic (10 -11 AM). Depres- sion screenings will be available by appointment. If you have concerns about depression, or would like to have more information, please speak with Char- lotte Rodgers. Screenings are free and are always confidential. of someone in the above named groups The Town of Lexington will be offering flu vaccina- tions in NOVEMBER. Specific information will be posted on the Town web site, newspapers and in this newsletter as it becomes available. You may also check with your per- sonal health care provider to obtain the vaccine. Medicare covers the cost of the flu vaccine. Do You know a homebound senior? The Social Services Department, located in the Lexington Senior Center, offers programs to assist seniors to live safely and independently in their homes. Please call Charlotte Rodgers or Barbara Deveau for more information at 781 - 861 -0194 PLEASE ACKNOWLEDGE OUR SPONSORS Learning how to send & receive a -mails and photos Choosing & using a computer, digital camera or cell phone Organizing & storing family records, pictures, artifacts 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 OCTOBER 2007 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 11 Supportive Day Care 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. "ONE HOUR"" Volunteer Opportunities at the Senior Center Do you know how much you can do in just one hour? One hour per month can mean that an otherwise homebound senior could attend a spe- cial luncheon at the senior center. One hour every two weeks might be an opportunity for a cup of coffee and a chat. One hour per week could help a senior with vision impairment, pick up some groceries, a prescription or get a haircut! The Friend to Friend Program is looking for volunteers who can donate a few hours a month to help isolated seniors keep in touch with ev- eryday activities. We carefully match people according to the time they have available and what you would like to do. Currently, there are several seniors looking for a friendly volunteer. Call Charlotte Rodgers at 781- 861 -0194 for more information. Aromatherapy Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at 2 p.m. Presented by Terry McKenna, RN Care Alternatives of Marlborough, MA Learn the philosophy behind Aromatherapy: what is aromatherapy used for; is aromatherapy safe; and its physiological responses. Participants will then par- ticipate in giving each other hand massages using aromatherapy oils. re Alternatives is a hospice com- itted to delivering comprehensive spice services with integrity and mpassion. Care Alternatives em and personalized approach, caring for the whole person, mind, body and spirit, provid- ing a number of supportive services including nurs- ing, social work, spiritual care, home health aides and has a strong base of volunteers. Register with the receptionist. Free Fix It Shop 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 p.m. Windowpane Shop Hours 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Weekdays Selling like -new fall clothing, accessories, jewelry, scarves, & pocketbooks Accepting donations of small household items, Monday through Friday 8:30 - 4:30 p.m. Fix It Shop Annual Sale and Blind Auction Wednesday, October 10, 2007 from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Auction items will be revealed at 3 p.m. 12 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS OCTOBER 2007 Yoga for Health and Fitness, with Lisa Groves Fridays, 9:30 -10:35 a.m. Oct. 5, 12 19 26 $24.00 Nov. 2, 9 16 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 or yoga mat. Register with Senior Center receptionist. Class size is limited. Tai Chi, with Laura Coulter -Cook 1:30- 2:30pm Mondays - Oct. 1, 15, 22, 29 $ 16.00 Nov. 5, 19, 26 $ 12.00 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. Led 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, 1 -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, October 17. Call 781- 861 -0194 to sched- ule an appointment $30. Please pay the Podia- trist 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.