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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-02-00-COA-newsletterLexington Senior Center & Social Services Newsletter NON - PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE BOSTON, MA 59348 PAID Partial funding for the distribution of this newsletter is Return Service Requested supported by a grant from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs. February 2008 1475 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420 Phone: 781 -861 -0194 Issue 323 http: / /ci.lexington.ma.us FAX: 781 - 863 -2271 DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES OFFICE MANAGER 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 cgriffith@ci.lexington.ma.us 781- 259 -1807 VETERANS'AGENT Bob Martin YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES COORDINATOR COUNCIL ON AGING Betty Borghesani 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 Tuesday, February 26, 2008 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. We will be presenting a host of cultural activities including a Traditional Stage Show, Chinese Music and Dancing and Chinese crafts. A Chinese Lunch will be served at 11:30. Register with the receptionist $5.00. All regular scheduled pro- grams will be cancelled until 1:00 p.m. Lexington residents will be given priority in reserving their space for this event. Non - residents can make reservations between Feb. 12 and Feb. 18. 2 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS FEBRUARY 2008 .Co m uter & Tech n olo y Group - Wednesday, February 6, 2008 at 10 a.m. Open forum and update on Lexington Computer Yahoo Group. Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 10 a.m. - Paul Topalian will give an overview of the Digi- tal Camera Available Light Technique (no flash). Finance Matters - Tuesdays, 9:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. - An open discussion group focused on fi- nancial issues of interest to seniors. Topics include estate planning (wills and trusts), probate, investing, budget- ing and saving, risk management (insur- ance) and taxes. Additional topics as sug- gested by members of the group. All are wel- ceptionist. $42/8 classes. come. Tuesday, February 19, 2008, 9:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. - Mary Hastings of A. G. Edwards will speak on Investing During Current Market Condi- tions. Topics will include both equities and fixed income securities and funds. Risks of stocks, gov- ernment and agency bonds, tax free bonds and CDs will be addressed. Lexington Senior Advocates LexSA) - Tues- days, 11 a.m. 12:00 p.m. LexSA identifies, develops and promotes actions or ideas that spe- cifically satisfy the needs of Lexington Seniors. All are welcome World Affairs Studv Groin - Tuesdays, 2:00 p.m. Led by Dr. Rathore, this group meets to discuss world affairs. New members are always welcome. Lexington Veterans Association - Monday, February 11, 2008, at 1:00PM, at Cary Memorial Library (Meeting Room), 1874 Massachusetts Avenue. Please join us to hear Diane L. Kuebler discuss The Seabees of Iwo Jima. All are welcome. Refreshments will be served. Coffee is generously provided by Starbucks (Lexington Center). Advanced Quiltin -: Thursdays, through February 28, 2008 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. Beginner Quilting: Thursdays, through February 28, 2008 at 1 p.m. Students will learn the basics of quilting, includ- ing both hand and machine piecing. Register with the re- Poets Live Again: Tuesdays, through February 26, 2008 at 10 a.m. - Mario Benedetti, born an Italian immigrant, grew up in Uruguay attending fine schools. He began his literary career at 12 years of age publishing a novel, this leading to poetry, short stories and novels, plays and essays. The Poets Live Again open their doors to the public to study a poet with a message. Join us and participate in an exciting learning experience with presenter Evelyn Giteck, who has a MA in Humanities. Please pay instructor. $30 GET WISE... ADVERTISE HERE Call Senior Citizen Publishing at 617- 254 -4545 or visit us at www.seniornubs.com Pine Knoll Nursing Center. "Still family owned and operated. " 30 Watertown Street 781m862m8151 Lexington, MA www.pineknollnursingcenter.com SENIOR CITIZEN PUBLISHING • 1505 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE BOSTON, MA 02135 (617) 254 -4545 • www.seniorpubs.com FEBRUARY 2008 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 3 r 275 Mass Ave., Lexington Oil Sales and Service ILE ���� I FULL LINE GERIATRIC HEALTH CARE ITEMS FREE M DELIVERY call Mike 617- 699 -8766 FREE Digital Thermometer with your $25 order. Program Highlights continued.... "Heart Healthy T Brunch " ;+ ...... presented by Lexington Health Care Center and Home Instead Senior Care Wednesday, February 13th, 2008 9:30 to 10:30 AM in the Lexington Senior Center Dining Room Join us as nursing staff from the Lexington Health Care Center and Home Instead Senior Care discuss tips for a healthy heart. Topics will include ways that you can make small changes in your diet and lifestyle that will really pay off! This pre- sentation will include a light brunch, discussion and time for questions and an- swers. Space is limited, so please reserve your seating by calling 781- 861 -0194. Free. /,/ Monthly Newcomer's Coffee Wednesday, February 20, 2008 10 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. Fuel Assistance Program 2007-2008 The Fuel Assistance program will run from November 1, 2007 through April 30, 2008. Appointments can be scheduled for new clients by calling the Social Services Department at (781) 861 -0194. Fuel assistance appointments will oc- cur on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate walk -ins, so please be sure to schedule an appointment. Special accommodations may be available to accommodate persons who are homebound or have other extenuating circumstances. Please call Barbara Deveau for special accommodations or questions and concerns. 0 D 0 Senior Center Snow Policy I f the Lexington Schools are ° ° ° ° o closed due to snow, all COA programming and lunches (including ° ° ° _ ° 0 0 Meals on Wheels) will also be cancelled. Senior Center Staff will TO ° ° make every effort to be at the center during the day to answer any ° ° ° ° questions. Please use your judgment about venturing out on snowy ° o o ° 0 0 days because your safety is important to us. It's time for the SNOWBIRDS to take flight again!! If you will be away for more that one month, would you please call the Senior Center and let us know how long you will be gone. With that one phone call we can stop the mailing of your newsletter while you are away, and resume mailing when you return. The Post Office does not forward the newsletter and thus we have to cover the cost of mailing it out plus another charge to return to us. 4 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS FEBRUARY 2008 Program Highlights continued.... You "re Invited To a Free Dress Rehearsal at the Concord Players 57 Walden Street Concord, MA 01742 On Thursday, February 7, 2008 at 8:00 p.m. For Lion in Winter By James Goldman Open Seating From the Veterans Service Officer Bob Martin (781) 953 -3160 rjmartin @ci.lexington.ma.us As the new Veterans Service Officer for Lexing- ton, I thought it would be good to introduce myself, and define what assistance I can provide. I have been a Lexington Resident since the early 70's. I was in the US Army Quartermaster Core from 1966-1969. My responsibilities are: • To communicate Veteran's benefits, eligibil- ity and access within the Lexington commu- nity • To assist Veterans to understand their eligibil- ity and application process • To review US Veteran's Administration Ben- efits and Rights with Veterans • To review Massachusetts Department of Vet- erans' Services Benefits with Veterans • To meet with Veterans and their family mem- bers to answer questions and /or provide assis- tance in obtaining their benefits. Please feel free to contact me by phone or e -mail or call to make an appointment to see me on Wednesday afternoons from 1 -3 p.m. at the Lex- ington Senior Center. "Understanding Congestive ...... ..... ............. .................. Heart Failure" Monday February 4, 2008 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Lexington Senior Center Muzzey Room Presented by Visiting Nurse and Community Health of Arlington Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), which is the most common diagnosis of hospital patient's age 65 and older, occurs when the heart's weak pumping action causes a backup of fluid in the lungs and other parts of the body. Being aware of the causes and symptoms of CHF is a critical first step in com- bating this disease. Plan to come to this one -hour presenta- tion to learn what you can do to feel better each day and live longer! There will be time for questions, and light refresh- ments will be served. Please register with the receptionist by calling 781 - 861 -0194. Free. Afternoon Movie Start time 1:15 p.m. in the Muzzey Room Nanny Diaries – Tuesday, February 5, 2008 College- educated Annie Braddock (Scarlett Johanson) gets a crash course in child care when she plays nanny to the 4- year -old son of grossly dysfunctional parents (Laura Linney and Paul Giamatti). Run time: 105 min- utes (PG -13) Stardust – Tuesday, February 19, 2008 An epic tale of romance and chivalry, starring Claire Danes, Michele Pheiffer, Robert De Niro. In hopes of wooing a beautiful girl (Sienna Miller) Tristan (Charlie Cox) promises to bring her a falling star. Tristan dis- covers the star is actually a celestial beauty named Yvaine (Danes). Run time: 127 minutes (PG -13) Senator Jim Marzilli to hold office hours: New state senator recently elected to succeed Bob Haven in precincts 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 & 7. Senator Jim Marzilli will be at the Lexington Senior Center on Feb. 6 from 12 to 1 p.m. Please bring all city /state concerns. FEBRUARY 2008 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 5 For Your Information... Money Management Program: Assistance with Monthly Bill Paying Coping with bills and the mechanics of monthly bill paying can be overwhelm- ing. Could you or someone you know use help keeping up with your monthly bills? The Money Management Program (co- sponsored by AARP, EOEA, and Mass Home Care) can provide a volun- teer to assist with bill paying including: making a budget, sorting bills, writing checks (for YOU to sign), and reconciling checkbooks to bank state- ments. Interested? Call the Money Management Program at Minuteman Senior Services: 781 -272- 7177 or 978 - 263 -8720. The daily lunch prqgram has a new caterer! Come, bring a friend(s), and enjoy a delicious three course meal prepared by Youville Place in collabo- ration with Lexington Minuteman Senior Services. Reservations can be made by noon the day before you would like to join us by calling Despina Maradianos, Nutrition Coordinator, at 781- 861 -0194. The voluntary contribution is $3.00. Weekly menus can be found in the Lexington Minuteman or by calling the Senior Center. Library Lines: Now that we have a New Year and cold, snowy days, what better way to stay warm than to read a good book as well as watch a video or DVD. Our Library has lots of fine books and some new (to us) videos and DVD's. We wish all a Happy New Year and hope to have many visitors in the Library in the coming months. Senior Center Library Hours - Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. "WERE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS" Are you looking for something new to do in the New Year? Did you make a resolution to try some- thing new? If so, why not consider volunteering at the Lexington Senior Center? Volunteering is a great way for you to stay connected to your community, make new friends, learn something new and stay mentally and physically active. We currently have volunteer opportunities in reception, the window- pane shop, the library and the dining room. Many days and shifts are available. If you would like more information, we'd love to speak with you! Please call Marilyn Campbell at the Senior Center (781- 861 - 0194). FISH NEEDS VOLUNTEERS! FISH needs volunteers to drive locally. If you want to hear more about volunteering call 781 - 862 -3293. LEXPRESS - The Lexpress staff is happy to initiate Seniors to Lexington's in -town bus service 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 sched- ules, routes or travel training. PLEASE ACKNOWLEDGE OUR SPONSORS The Barron Center for Men's Health Clinic •Urinary and Sexual Health • Second Opinions • Prostate Exams 4 1 • Testicular Exams MOUNT AusuxN • Primary Care Referrals • Education and Support Services Open to all men regardless of insurance or ability to pay. 330 Mount Auburn Street Cambridge, MA 02138 Where Every Patient is the Only Patient. 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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 r , � of fi - r �'7 MGT !� Hewing sorming or Hearing Aid Cimning Rsniw $1 a Q!'tlo purcham of a hsdring aid. 10 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS FEBRUARY 2008 From the Health Corner: "YOUNG AT HEART"" TIPS FOR KEEPING YOUR HEART HEALTHY Charlotte Rodgers, RN, Social Services Nurse Healthy eating and some form of regular physical activity are keys to good health at any age. They may lower your risk for obesity, type 2 diabetes, coronary artery disease, cancer, and other chronic diseases. They may even help ward off depression and keep your mind sharp as you age. Many people feel that there may be little they can do to improve their health, but research is clear that even small daily changes can create a positive outcome in your over- all health and well - being. This month, plan to stop by the Senior Center for two programs that will address cardiac health. "Understanding Congestive Heart Failure" on February 4 and "Heart Healthy Tips" on February 13 will feature speakers that will discuss ways to improve your health at any age. Healthy Eating and Physical Activity Across Your Lifespan Eat breakfast every day. Select high fiber foods like whole grain breads and cereals, beans, vegetables and fruits. Have three servings of vitamin D fortified low fat or fat -free milk, yogurt or cheese every day. Milk prod- ucts are high in calcium and vitamin D and help keep your bones strong as you age. Or, take a calcium and vitamin D supplement. Drink plenty of water or water -based fluids. You may notice that you feel less thirsty as you get older, but your body still needs the same amount of water to stay healthy. Ask your doctor or nurse about ways you can safely increase the amount of physical activity you do now. Cherries with Ricotta & Toasted Almonds (Makes one serving - 10 minutes to prepare) Warm cherries topped with luscious ricotta cheese and toasted almonds make for a rich - tasting- yet calorie -con- scious- treat. 3 /4 cup frozen pitted cherries 2 tablespoons part -skim ricotta 1 tablespoon toasted slivered almonds Heat cherries in the microwave. Top the cherries with ricotta and almonds. HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY! Blood Pressure Clinics: Thursday mornings from 10 to 11 AM at the follow- ing locations: • 1St Thursday of the month - Lexington Senior Center, 1475 Massachusetts Avenue • 2 nd Thursday of the month - Countryside Village, off Woburn St.- in Lexington Housing Authority Office Building /Meeting Room. • 3 rd 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. • 4 1 h Thursday of the month - at Vynebrooke Vil- lage, off Waltham St.- in the center building/ meet- ing and laundry facilities. • 5 Thursday of the month — no BP clinic. PLEASE ACKNOWLEDGE OUR SPONSORS SENIOR CITIZEN PUBLISHING • 1505 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE BOSTON, MA 02135 (617) 254 -4545 FEBRUARY 2008 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 11 GETTING READY FOR THE CONVERSION FROM ANALOG TO DIGITAL TELEVISION The MA Department of Telecommunications and Cable has issued a notice regarding the upcoming conversion from analog to digital television. Elder consumers are a large audience that may be affected by this change. At midnight on February 17, 2009, full power broadcast stations will be required to stop broadcasting in analog format. Digital TV will replace the analog system. There are several ways to prepare for this: Buy a new TV that has a built -in ATSC tuner. Buy a Digital -to- Analog Converter Box. Subscribe to a Cable TV or Satellite TV service. Since VCRs and DVD players also have built -in analog NTSC tuners, they are also subject to the effects of the analog cut -off date. To help curb the cost impact for analog TV owners, the National Telecommunications and Information Adminis- tration (NTIA) and the U.S. Department of Commerce developed a converter box program to allow analog TV owners to request coupons towards the purchase of a digi- tal-to- analog converter box. The coupons will be available from January 1, 2008 to March 31, 2009. All households that own a TV using over - the -air analog reception are eligible. Coupons, which will look like plastic gift cards, will be redeemable through local electronic stores. Households may request two $40 coupons toward the purchase of digital -to- analog converter boxes beginning by calling 888 -DTV -2009, (1- 888 - 388 -2009) or on -line at www.DTV2009.gov, which also provides answers to fre- quently asked questions. Coupons will be forwarded via U.S. mail. Windowpane Shop Hours 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Weekdays Selling like -new winter clothing, accessories, jewelry, scarves, & pocketbooks. Accepting donations of clothing and small household items, Mon. through Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.. Supportive Day Care Due to the factors that include increasing nurs- ing home costs and decreases in Medicare and Medicaid coverage, 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 community 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 of- fers relief for family members who are caring for an elder who needs support and supervi- sion in order to remain at home. In addition to providing a safe place to spend the day, we offer two meals, recreational program- ming, exercise, social opportunities, intellec- tual stimulation and round trip transportation. Supportive Day Care can be a key support in assisting families who are coping with in- creasing 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 FIX IT SHOP Open Thursdays - 9:00 a.m. to 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. 12 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS FEBRUARY 2008 Yoga for Health and Fitness, with Lisa Groves Fridays, 9:30 -10:35 a.m. Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 $30.00 March 7, 14, 21, 28 $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. New T' ai Chi Class with William Barron Wednesdays, 1:30 -2:30 p.m. Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27 $ 16.00 March 5, 12, 19, 26 $ 16.00 9Participants will be instructed and will perform exercises that warm up the muscles; promote body awareness; promote safety; loosen joints; improve energy efficiency; enhance breathing and oxidation capacity and improve posture. • 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 j oin 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 j oin 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 sup- port 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. Wednesday, February 20, 2008. 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.