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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-03-00-COA-newsletterLexington Senior Services Newsletter Partial funding for the distribution of this newsletter is supported by a grant from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs. March 2010 1475 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420 Issue 341 http: / /www.lexingtonma.gov Phone: 781 - 861 -0194 FAX: 781 - 863 -2271 ST. PATRICK'S DAY LUNCH Wednesday, March 17, 2010. Seating is at 11:30 a.m. Come celebrate "The Wearing of the Green." Hear the sounds of live bagpipes and enjoy a lunch of Irish potato soup, corned beef & cabbage, Irish soda bread, dessert and beverage catered by Youville Place and served by Lexington Youth Commission. Please register and pay the recep- tionist $5.00 by March 10, 2010. e a LUNCH & LECTURE Monday, March 22, 2010. Lunch seating begins at 12 noon. Lecture begins at 12:45 p.m. Join us for pizza and salad catered by Nick's of Lexington and then stay for the lecture by Chef Todd, from Wilson Farms. He will discuss hearty cooking, keeping flavor and how to make your favorite dishes healthier. Please register and pay the receptionist $4.00 for the lunch only by March 15. You do not have to reg- ister if you plan to just attend the lecture. DIABETES EDUCATION PROGRAM Wednesday, March 31, 2010 at 8:45 a.m. at the Lexington Senior Center Sponsored by the Lexington Department of Public Health The program will begin at 8:45 a.m. with a fasting blood sugar test. A healthy, light breakfast will be avail- able immediately following the blood sugar test; and, the educational portion of the program, on diabetes, will begin once all participants are tested and have had a chance to eat breakfast. You must re isg ter bX March 24 by calling the senior center receptionist at 781 - 861 -0194. Space is limited. See page 7 for more information. FRIENDS OF THE COUNCIL ON AGING OPEN HOUSE Thursday, March 11, 2010 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Please join the members of the Friends of the Council on Aging for an open house and meeting. Enjoy light refreshments, learn more about the FCOA, and how the FCOA supports the activities and programs at the Lexington Senior Center. Everyone is welcome - we hope to see you! Questions? Call 781 - 861 -0194. Young at Heart Chorus The Chorus will begin again on Tuesday, March 2, and start rehearsing for their spring concert. NON - PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE PAID BOSTON, MA 59348 Return Service Requested )&�� Registration for March programs begins February 23, 2010 9u 2 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS MARCH 2010 DIRECTOR OF HUMAN SERVICES Charlotte Rodgers, RN,MA crodgers@lexingtonma.gov ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FAMILY/ HUMAN SERVICES Emily Sara Lavine, LICSW elavine@lexingtonma.gov ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF SENIOR SERVICES Carrie Johnson, LCSW cUohnson@lexingtonma. SENIOR SERVICES COORDINATOR Barbara Deveau bdeveau @lexingtonma.gov ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Paula McGlynn pmcglynn@lexingtonma. PROGRAM CLERK Cara Shapiro Newsletter Editor cshapiro@lexingtonma.gov NUTRITION SITE MANAGER Despina Maradianos VETERAN'S AGENT Bob Martin rjmartin@lexingtonma. 781 - 953 -3160 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR YOUTH SERVICES Laurie Henry, LICSW Ihenry@lexingtonma.gov 781 - 861 -2742 COUNCIL ON AGING Nancy Adler • Betty Borghesani Shirley Buck Marian Cohen, Chair Margaret Cole • Dan Fenn Paul Lapointe Rose Lerner • Frieda Oliner Irving Rothman • Peter Spiers FRIENDS OF THE COUNCIL ON AGING Mary Ellen Goodwin Marie Hill Julie Miller Susan O'Keefe Eleanor Smith Jane Trudeau • Leo McSweeney SELECTMAN LIAISON Hank Manz From the Director's Corner: As March winds blow, we'd like to thank all of you for your patience during the recent kitchen and dining room renovations. And many thanks to the Department of Public Facilities staff for their hard work in coordinating this project - attention to detail and making sure everything was done on time. Check out the March program schedule for lots of great things to do at the Senior Center- including a St. Patrick's Day luncheon complete with bagpipes, and another cooking demonstration by Wilson Farms! Do you know a friend or a neighbor who could use a little extra support? The Senior Services Department offers several programs for homebound se- niors including daily telephone reassurance and the Senior Health Outreach Program. These programs are coordinated by Carrie Johnson, and include a home visit by a staff member and the development of a service plan. And finally, we all want to remind you that there are many opportunities for you to volunteer at the Senior Center and in the Lexington community. Some examples of volunteer positions include: receptionist, host, dining room assistant, fix -it shop worker, friendly visitor, meals on wheels and transportation provider. To learn more, ask any member of the Human Services Department staff. You are sure to find something you'll enjoy! Charlotte, Paula, Cara, Carrie, Barbara, Bob, Emily and Laurie Technology Seminars for Seniors by Teens March 8, 9, 10, 11 & 12, 2010 from 4 to 5 p.m. at Cary Library Let Lexington's savvy teens show you how they use today's technologies to communicate with family and friends (gmail, AOL, hotmail, yahoo, blogs, Skype), participate in social networking sites (Facebook and Twitter), manipu- late online digital media (i- Tunes, You -Tube, network TV & radio), shop on e- commerce and e -trade sites (PayPal, e -Bay, Amazon), and manage photos & pictures (PhotoBucket, Shutterfly). Watch them demonstrate the latest tech- nological tools like i- phones, mp3 players, downloading to CD's, playaways and others. Seminars are not hands -on. Space limited to 20 participants each day. Sign up at the Lexington Senior Center (781- 861 -0194) start- ing Monday, February 23. Cary Library's TAB members are assisted by members of the LHS National Honor Society. Help Preparing Your Income Taxes Sponsored by HARP /IRS For those over 55 with low to moderate incomes, trained Tax -Aide volunteers will again be available to help prepare your Federal and State income taxes. Sessions will start February 8, 2010 and end on April 9, 2010. Appointments are required. Call the receptionist at 781 - 861 -0194 to schedule RE�Eti�E an appointment. MARCH 2010 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 3 275 Mass Ave., Lexington Oil Sales and Service Elder Care at Home We provide one -on -one medical & non medical assistance www.ConvenientHomeCare.com SPECIALIZING IN MASSAGE FOR OLDER ADULTS 240 Bedford St., Suite 5 • Lexington, MA 781 - 248 -1389 esplex @verizon.net GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE Thank You to our SPONSORS for their support Program Highlights Continued: 60+ FITNESS PROGRAM NEW Session: April 5, 2010 to June 11, 2010 Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. 10- week - session for $30.00 Instructors are from Summit Health & Fitness To participate in this session you must complete a "My Senior Center" form (if you do not already have a swipe card). Please see the receptionist for this form as well as to register and pay for the session. Priority will be given to Lexington residents. Registration for this class begins March 24, 2010. MEDICATION MANAGEMENT AND NUTRITION CONCERNS �r Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 10 a.m. at the Senior Center Presented by Peg Mikkola,RD, Healthy Aging Coordinator, Minuteman Senior Services Does managing your medications involve what you eat? Maybe. What about other supplements you might be taking? Come with a list of your medications and supplements and we'll discuss possible nutrition interactions as well as what you need to consider before changing your food and supplement usage. (We'll even give you a new bag to carry them home in!) Know what your medication responsibilities are to be an effective consumer! Please register with the receptionist at 781 - 861 -0194. New! A Morning of Beauty and G reat Food Friday, March 12, 2010 at 10 a.m. at Minuteman Career & Technical High School The Minuteman Career & Technical High School Salon offers hair, nail and skin services for a discount to seniors. They also have a delicious lunch buf- fet! On Friday March 12 you can participate in a morning of beauty with a shampoo and hair styling ($7), a manicure ($3) or a facial ($3). Meet at Minuteman High School at 10:00 a.m. in the Beauty Salon, get pampered, and then have the buffet lunch in the Fife & Drum restaurant ($7.95). Reservations must be made in advance by calling Barbara Deveau at 781 - 861 -0194 to indicate which salon services you would like. Space is limited to 10 people. Free In -Home Consultation - 781 - 721 -5522 - Comforting Solutions for In -Home Care T" Companionship • Light Housekeeping • Errands 24 -Hour Care • Meal Preparation SENIOR CITIZEN PUBLISHING, INC. �- Loving Home q HEALTH CARE • private care • living assistance • senior services Z • select the caregiver for your loved one y WE CORE EUERV 0AV ... 111 EUERV WAV ° 1505 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE BOSTON, MA 02135 (617) 254 -4545 4 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS MARCH 2010 WEEKLY AND CONTINUING ACTIVITIES: For further information on any Senior Center activities, please call the receptionist at 781 - 861 -0194. Unless oth- erwise noted, registration is not required for these activities. Classes may be subject to change due to scheduling conflicts. Please remember to sign up for your "My Senior Center" card with Jerri and sign in before class. Educational and Discussion Groups Lexington Veterans Association: Monday, March 8, 2010 at Cary Memorial Library (Meeting Room) at 1:15 p.m. - "In Defense of South Korea" by Dr. David Newcombe, who will discuss his experiences in Korea during the armistice period in 1957. Coffee is generously provided by Starbucks of Lexington Center. All are welcome. Finance Matters: Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (ends at 11 a.m. the first Tuesday of the month when LexSA meets) - An open discussion group focused on financial issues of interest to seniors. Tuesday, March 9 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.: "Tax Software" Use tax software to avoid preparers' fees, better understand income taxes and for tax planning. Jim Goell will give a "live" demonstration. Event is free, but, space is limited. Please register with the receptionist at (781) 861 -0194 World Affairs St udv Groun: Tuesdays at 2 p.m. - An open discussion group focused on world affairs. Current Events: Fridays at 1 p.m. - A round -table discus- sion group focused on current events. Computer & Technology Group: Wednesdays at 10 a.m. - Check our website for a calendar of topics: www.tinyurl. com/Lex- comp -grp. March 3: Discussion on hardware, both inside and outside the computer; March 17: Some commonly encountered PC problems and how to fix them; March 10, 24 & 31: Informal Discussions. Book Club: Third Thursday of the month at 2:30 p.m. Fun and Games Scrabble, Puzzles and Other Board Games: Mondays at 1 p.m. Foursome Bridge: Wednesdays and Fridays at 9:30 a.m. Brid e: Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Space is limited to 16 participants. Pool: Open to all on a drop -in basis, as long as there is not another ongoing program in the fitness area. For Your Artistic Side Card Making - Birthday Pop -up Cards: Monday, March 15, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Need a special birthday card for someone? Come join us and create an easy pop -up card. No experience needed. Patterns, directions, and materials are provided. Please bring small sharp scissors. Look for a sample card by the doorway as you enter the Senior Center. Please register and pay the receptionist $4.00. Young at Heart Chorus: Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. Come and sing in the chorus or just come and enjoy the music. Advanced Thursdays, March 25 through May 27, 2010 at 9 a.m. with Jane Norberg. Explore advanced machine quilting techniques and design sam- pler type quilts using varied block shapes and sizes. Register with the receptionist. $60/10 classes. Beginner Quilting, Thursdays, March 25 through May 27, 2010 at 1 p.m. with Jane Norberg. Learn the basics of quilting, including both hand and ma- chine piecing. Register with the receptionist. $60/10 classes. Political Involvement Lunch with Lexington Town Manager, Carl Valente: Third Friday of the month in the Senior Center dining room at 12 noon - Carl encourages seniors to bring any questions and concerns to him at this time. An Hour with Senator Ken Donnelly Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 9:30 a.m. - Join Senator Donnelly for a discussion of public policy and current issues. Lexington Senior Advocates (LexSA): First Tuesday of the month (March 2) from 11 a.m. - 12 noon - LexSA identifies, develops and promotes actions or ideas to improve the lives of Lexington seniors. NOMINEES SOUGHT FOR CANE AWARD The Minuteman Cane presentation continues its tradition of honoring a Lexington senior citizen. Nomina- tion forms are available at the following locations: Lexington Minuteman Office (9 Meriam Street), Theatre Pharmacy, Lexington Senior Center, Lexington Town Clerk's Office and Michelson's Shoes. The guidelines for candidate selection are: must have resided in Lexington for 15+ years; must be at least 80- years -old; must be actively involved in the community; and must be an inspiration to others. The deadline for filing the ap- plication is Friday, April 2, 2010. MARCH 2010 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 5 Newcomer's Coffee Wednesday, March 10, 2010 from 10 to 11 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. FROM THE HEALTH CORNER: "DIABETES AWARENESS" by David Neylon, R.N., Town of Lexington Public Health Nurse Are you interested in learning more about Diabetes? If you are, please consider attending the "Diabetes Awareness" program, offered by Lexington Health Division, on Wednesday, March 31st, 2010, at 8:45 a.m. at the Senior Center. You will have the opportunity to receive a "fasting blood sugar test ", enjoy a light, continental breakfast, and listen to a presentation on Diabetes. It is very important that you do not eat any food or breakfast before coming to the Senior Center if you plan to receive the "fasting blood sugar test ". Pre - registration at the Senior Center is required, and the program will be limited to the first 50 participants. Statistics: Diabetes is the seventh most common cause of death in America. 23.6 million Americans have diabetes — 7.8% percent of the U.S. population. Diabetes can lead to many health problems, such as heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, loss of vision and neuropathy (a tingling or loss of sensation in hands and feet). Types of Diabetes: 1. Type I Diabetes occurs in young people as they are deficient of insulin hormone. 2. Type 11 Diabetes occurs in adult and senior citizens and is characterized by insulin resistance which may be combined with relatively reduced insulin secretion. We will focus on Type II Diabetes in this presentation. 3. Gestational Diabetes can occur in women during pregnancy. "Pre diabetes" is a condition where a person has higher than normal blood sugar levels, and leads to Type 11 Diabetes. We will focus on Pre Diabetes in this presentation If you or someone you know thinks they may have, or be at risk for diabetes, seek out your healthcare provider. We hope to see you on Wednesday, March 31st! Podiatry Clinic: With Dr. Gimbel - 3rd Thursday (please note change of day), March 18, 2010. Call 781 - 861 -0194 to schedule an appointment. Please pay the Podiatrist $30.00 directly. Ap- pointments scheduled from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGS: Thursday mornings from 10 am. to 11 am. at the following locations: 1st Thursday of the month - Lexington Senior Center, 1475 Massachusetts Avenue 2 ° Thursday of the month - Countryside Village, off Woburn St. - in Lexington Housing Authority Office Building/Meeting Room. 3 " Thursday of the month - Greeley Village, off Bedford St., turn in on Tewksbury St. or Shirley St.- in the center building/ meeting and laundry facilities. 4t" Thursday of the month - Vynebrooke Village, off Waltham St.- in the center building / meeting and laundry facilities. 5t" Thursday of the month – No BP clinic • Go to www.lexingtonma.gov • In the left -hand column click on "Town Govern- ment" • Click on "Departments" • Go to the YELLOW menu at the top of the page and click on "News & Events" • Click on "Join our Email Lists" • Fill in your Email address and a NEW pass- word • Go down the list and click on the publications you would like to receive • Click on "Subscribe" It's that easy. 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Museum of Fine Arts $29 Wednesday, March 24, 2010 Travel back to Ancient Egypt, circa 2000 BCE, to explore "The Secrets of Tomb 10A ", the Museum of Fine Arts major exhibit. The findings of the tomb, which was the burying place for a governor in Middle Kingdom Egypt, include painted coffins, cult objects, walking sticks, vessels, furniture, and jewelry that were placed there 4,000 years ago. There will be time after lunch (on your own) to view other exhibits in the Museum, including a new Toulouse - Lautrec lithograph exhibit "Cafe and Cabaret ". Trip Code T010 -20. Depart 9:15 a.m.; return 2:30 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. Foxwoods Casino $24 Tuesday, April 13, 2010 No one offers more gaming choices than Foxwoods Casino six casinos with over 7,000 slot machines, more than 350 table games, and the world's largest bingo hall. Keno is available throughout the property, as well as in the Keno lounge. The package includes a $10 food coupon or full buffet luncheon and $15 Keno. Trip code T010 -21. Depart 7:30 a.m.; return 6:30 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. Mystery Trip $59 Monday, April 26, 2010 Are you looking for something different? Join us for this enjoyable day trip to a "secret destination" for a delicious luncheon and sightseeing attraction. The whereabouts are known only by the driver, but don't try to bribe him. He won't tell. Trip Code T010 -22. Depart 8:30 a.m.; return 6 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church Worthen Rd. SAVE THESE DATES FOR FUTURE TRIPS Wednesday, June 16 Suffolk Downs Race Track If you have questions about the trips listed above, please contact Phyllis Rand at the Lexington Senior Center at 781 - 861 -0194. Please contact Phyllis Rand at the above number. l SPONSORS to our 3 REHABILITATION WAY, WOBURN, MA Independent & Assisted Living For a Tour Phone SENIOR CITIZEN PUBLISHING • 1505 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE BOSTON, MA 02135 (617) 254 -4545 • www.seniorpubs.com MARCH 2010 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER Friends of the Council on Aging Donations Request Form Who are the Friends? We are a 501(c) (3) all - volunteer public charity dedicated to helping Lexington seniors. Our Mission is to help support the programs and activities of Lexington Senior Services and to help make Lexington aware of the good work the Council does. What are the funds used for? To help Seniors in Lexington through the programs and services of the Senior Center. How can you help? You can make a fully tax deductible donation to Lexington FCOA. Please mail donations to: Friends of the Council on Aging, PO. Box 344, Lexington, MA 02420. We appreciate your gifts, thank you. Please indicate if your donation is in memory of someone you care about. DONATION INFORMATION Donor's Name: Donation Amt. $ Donor's Address: In Memory of: Send Acknowledgment to: Name & Address: The Council ou Aging Board (COA Board] Meeting Schedule The Council on Aging Board meets monthly at the Senior Cen- ter on the first Thursday of the month at 3:30 p.m. Board meet- ings are open to the public, and we encourage you to attend! The winter /spring schedule is as follows: March 4, 2010 May 6, 2010 April 1, 2010 June 3, 2010 TOWN SERVICES Medical Waste Drop -off Days For more information call 781 - 862 - 0500x281. Saturday, April 3, 2010: 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, June 2, 2010: 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Flu Clinics Please call the Senior Center or Department of Health k os (781-862-0500 x 281) for current information on Public Flu Clinics. Have you had a hip fracture? contact for your time. Please 617-638-1993 or snhean@bu.edu Comfort are at Homel LLC AFFORDABLE HOMECARE Personal Care. Meal Preparation. Light Housekeeping. Errands. Caregivers are screened and insured. All the seniors in town are reading this newsletter. Do they know who YOU are? Call Senior Citizen Publishing to place an ad today 617 -254 -4545 www.seniorpublishing.com ALL THE SENIORS IN TOWN ARE READING THIS NEWSLETTER. DO THEY KNOW WHO YOU ARE? CALL SENIOR CITIZEN PUBLISHING TO PLACE AN AD TODAY 617 -254 -4545 10 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS MARCH 2010 Join us for lunch at the Senior Center! Suggested donation is $3.00. The Lexington daily lunch program is sponsored by Minuteman Senior Services and is supported by state funding and your dona- tions. Come and enjoy a delicious three course meal prepared by the chef at Youville Place. To make a reservation, please speak with Despina Maradianos, the Nutrition Site Coordinator, by 12 noon the day before you wish to come. Space is limited! Weekly menus can be found in the Lexington Minuteman or by dropping by the Senior Center. Menus are subject to change without notice. Library Lines: Come to the library to chat, read and check -out books. The book shelves are regularly stocked with good books for your reading pleasure. Senior Center Library Hours - Monday - Friday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Senior Transportation Options 2010: Please check our website or pick up a copy of our updated information at the Senior Center, about ways to get around, whether a doctor's appointment, shop- ping or other services that you may need a ride to. For questions or concerns about transportation , contact the Human Services Department at 781 - 861 -0194. LEXPRESS - The LEXPRESS staff is happy to initiate Seniors to Lexington's in -town bus service by telephone inquiries, or by accompanying a rider on the bus. Call the LEXPRESS office at (781) 861 -1210 to speak to the staff about schedules and routes. FISH Needs Volunteers - Can you volunteer one day a month to drive Lexington seniors to medical appointments either in Lexington and vicinity or in Boston? If you can or are interested to learn more about it first, please call David Horton at 781 - 862 -3293. Need a patient advocate to help you navigate? AT YOUR SIDE www.myraatyourside.com 978 - 473 -6264 Senior Arts Program At the Lexington Senior Center Watercolor Painting with Emily Passman: Learn the basic techniques. For any level. Tuesday, March 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2010 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Please register with the receptionist at the Lexington Senior Center, 1475 Mas- sachusetts Avenue, at 781 - 861 -0194. Please make checks payable to the Munroe Cen- ter for the Arts and pay the instructor on the first day of class. Cost per program: $25.00. LexFUN at the Lexington Senior Center Come join Lexington's Five and Under Network at the Lexington Senior Center for fun and interactive activities with local preschoolers and their families! Activities are scheduled for the 4th Monday of each month from 10:45 -11:45 am in the Dining Room. All are welcome! We hope to see you there!! Laptop training opportunity Do you have a laptop and need help using it? Are you thinking of buying a laptop but need help once you purchase it? We are in the pro- cess of evaluating interest in training at the Senior Center for those seniors who would like to be taught how to use their laptop and the programs that come with it. The classes would be held in May or June. Please contact Barbara Deveau at 781 - 861 -0194 if you are interested. PLEASE ACKNOWLEDGE OUR SPONSORS ATR IA LONGMEADO 'PLACE 42 Mall Rxm4,113t�� M4*whvs"u SENIOR CITIZEN PUBLISHING • 1505 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE BOSTON, MA 02135 (617) 254 -4545 MARCH 2010 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 11 Fuel Assistance Program 2009 -2010 Do you need help paying your winter heating bills? The Fuel Assistance program can help pay a portion of the cost of heating your home. This program begins November 1, 2009 and ends April 30, 2010. Income eligibility guidelines for the program are as follows: Household size of 1 - $29,126 (Maximum Gross Income) Household size of 2 - $38,087 (Maximum Gross Income) First time applicants can schedule an appointment by calling the Human Services Department at (781) 861 -0194. An ap- pointment is required; we are unable to accommodate walk -ins. Special accommodations are available for those persons who are homebound or have other extenuating circumstances. Please call Carrie Johnson or Emily Lavine at the number above to schedule an appointment, for special accommodations, or with questions. Water a Sewer Discount If you are a low to moderate income property owner in the town of Lexington, you may qualify for a discount on your water and sewer bill. Residents are encouraged to contact Carrie Johnson at 781 - 861 -0194 to discuss this discount and see if they qualify. Property Tax Relief for Seniors If you are 60 and over and have low to moderate income, you may qualify for a 100% exemption from the Community Pres- ervation Act property tax surcharge. There are no asset limits. You must own and occupy the home as your primary residence as of January 1, 2009. Income figures are based on 2008 household income: household of 1 - $63,150.00 household of 2 - $72,150.000. If you believe you qualify, please contact the Assessor's Office at Town Hall at 781 - 862 -0500 ext. 203 for an application (or with questions). Filing deadline is March 31, 2010. Fix -It Shop Open Thursdays 9:00 am to Noon Do you have small items around the house that need repair? Do you ever think about getting those items fixed? If so, this is your time! Bring them to the Fix -It Shop. You will have a fast response with the best workmanship imaginable! Veteran's Agent Office Hours: Wednes- days I - 3 p.m. Our Veteran's Agent, Bob Martin, can meet with you during his weekly office hours. Please call Bob at 781 - 953 -3160 to make an appointment. Senior Health Outreach Program: This program is a service provided by the Town of Lexington to seniors who are homebound and unable to easily access health screenings. The service includes regular home visits conducted by a reg- istered nurse as well as consultation and home visits by a social worker if needed. To find out more about this program, please contact Carrie Johnson by calling 781 - 861 -0194. SHINE: Counselors Rose Lerner or Rhoda Neidorf are available to help you with any aspect of your health insurance on Tuesdays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call the Senior Center at 781 - 861 -0194 to make an appointment Fix -It Shop Seeks Volunteers Do you love to work with your hands? Are you handy with broken objects that need repair? If so, consider volunteering at the Lexington Senior Center Fix -It Shop. Please call Paula McGlynn at 781 - 861 -0194 to volunteer. indowpane Shop Hours 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Weekdays New Selection of Men's Clothing Selling like -new spring clothing, accessories, jewelry, scarves & pocketbooks. Accepting donations of small household items. Please no toys, computers or children's clothing. 12 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS MARCH 2010 Yoga for Health & Fitness with Lisa Groves: Please bring a blanket or yoga mat. Register and pay the Senior Center receptionist. Class size is limited. (Please pay in -full for each month.) Beginner Level: Mondays, 2:45 – 3:50 p.m. March -1, 8, 15, 22, 29 $30.00 Intermediate Level: Fridays, 9:30 – 10:35 am March -5, 12, 19, 26 $24.00 T'ai Chi with William Barron: Register and pay the Senior Center receptionist. Class size is lim- ited. (Please pay in -full for each month.) Wednesdays, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. March -3, 10, 17, 24, 31 $20.00 Zumba Gold Dance Fitness Classes: This ZUMBAR GOLD program provides ALL participants with a safe and effective total body workout! Typical dances include Cha Cha, Merengue, Tango, Charleston, twist, and Hora (circle dances). Get healthy and stay fit this year. Please register and pay the receptionist. Tuesdays, 2:30 p.m. to 3:20 p.m. March -2, 9, 16, 23, 30 $32.00 Stretch & Bend: Monday through Friday from 9 to 9:30 a.m. This self led stretching and limber- ing group is free. 60+ Fitness: Current session is full. See page 3 for new session. Ping Pong: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 1 - 4 p.m. All levels are welcome. Free. Line Dancing for all levels with Sam O'Clair: Thursday from 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Classes are $3.00. Please pay the receptionist. The Evergreen Group (Chinese Senior Support): Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month from 10 a.m.- 11:45 a.m. This Chinese senior support group meets to talk about personal and family issues. Parkinson's Support Group: Group meets the 4th Monday of each month at 1:00 pm. This Parkinson's Disease support group is led by Art Sotak. The Friendship Group: Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 1 - 2:30 pm. This self led group meets for friendship and support around issues of long- standing loss and liv- ing alone. All are welcome to attend. Prostate Cancer Group: Group meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 1 - 2:30 pm. This group is for men who currently have prostate cancer or survivors who wish to share the knowledge they have gained with others. Caregivers Group: Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from 1 - 2:30 pm. This is a support group for caregivers of individuals with memory impairment. The group is ongoing and there is no fee. If interested please call Susan Moor at 781 - 861 -9863 or Barbara Deveau at 781 - 861 -0194 for an initial telephone intake.