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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-11-00-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. November 2009 1475 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420 Issue 337 http: / /www.lexingtonma.gov Phone: 781 - 861 -0194 FAX: 781 - 863 -2271 Lunch a Lecture Monday, November 16, 2009. Lunch at 12 noon and Lecture at 1 p.m. Maintain Your Brain Join us for a soup & sandwich lunch and then stay to hear a speaker from the Alzheimer's Association who will share the latest scientifically rooted advice on brain health based on lifestyle choices and discuss the steps that should be taken to maintain brain health. $3.00 donation to Minuteman Senior Services for lunch. Space is limited for lunch only. Please register with the receptionist and pick up a lunch ticket by November 9, 2009. All are welcome to attend the lecture. Traditional New England Thanksgiving Thursday, November 19, 2009 seating at 11:30 a.m. Bring a can of food and support the Lexington Food Pantry! Please join us for a luncheon catered by Youi4lie Place Enjoy Roast Turkey, Stuffing, Gravy, Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Creamed Spinach, Cranberry Sauce, Rolls and Pumpkin Pie, Complimentary Tea and Coffee. $4.00 Please pay, pick up a ticket and register L'� with the receptionist by November 13. Space is limited. � ' A", The ABC's of Diabetes Thursday, November 19 from 10 -11 a.m. Presented by Visiting Nurse and Community Health (TENCH) Diabetes can be treated and managed by knowing what to do. Being aware of the causes and symp- toms of diabetes is a crucial first stop in combat- ing it. Please register with the receptionist at 781 - 861 -0194. Medicare Health Insurance and Prescription Plan Updates For 2010 Monday, November 9, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. The annual Medicare fall open enrollment period runs from November 15, to December 31, 2009 with an effective date of January 1, 2010. This is the time for you to evaluate your situation and switch Medicare health and prescription plans if you choose. Join us for a presentation by the Lexington SHINE counselors on what is new for 2010, the choices available to seniors and, if appropriate, how to go about making changes. SHINE counselors will be available after the pre- sentation to answer your specific questions. Please register with the receptionist at 781 - 861 -0194 NON - PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE PAID BOSTON, MA 59348 Return Service Requested 2 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS NOVEMBER 2009 DIRECTOR OF HUMAN SERVICES Charlotte Rodgers, RN,MA crodgers@c0exington.ma.us ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FAMILY/ HUMAN SERVICES Emily Sara Lavine, LICSW elavine@c0exington.ma.us ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF SENIOR SERVICES Carrie Johnson, LCSW cUohnson @c0exington. ma.us SENIOR SERVICES COORDINATOR Barbara Deveau bdeveau@c0exington.ma.us ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Paula McGlynn pmcg1ynn@c0exington.ma.us PROGRAM CLERK Cara Shapiro Newsletter Editor cshapiro@c0exington.ma.us NUTRITION SITE MANAGER Despina Maradianos VETERAN'S AGENT Bob Martin rjmartin@c0exington.ma.us 781 - 953 -3160 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR YOUTH SERVICES Laurie Henry, LICSW Ihenry@ci.lexington.ma.us 781 - 861 -2742 COUNCIL ON AGING Betty Borghesani • Shirley Buck Marilyn Campbell Marian Cohen, Chair Dan Fenn • Paul Lapointe Leo McSweeney • Frieda Oliner Jane Pagett • Jane Trudeau FRIENDS OF THE COUNCIL ON AGING Mary Ellen Goodwin Marie Hill • Julie Miller Susan O'Keefe • Eleanor Smith SELECTMAN LIAISON Hank Manz FROM THE DIRECTOR'S CORNER: Hello! November- the chill in the air reminds us that winter is not far away! This year, as we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, we're asking you to make a donation to the Lexington Food Pantry. The "WE CAN!" program gives you an opportunity to give back to your community. Simply bring a canned food item to the Senior Center when you come for the Thanksgiving lunch. Staff will then donate all of the collected food to the pantry. Many thanks to Senior Center volunteer Helen Adinolfi. Helen is a volunteer receptionist at the center and a talented artist! This summer, Helen began arranging the art show that hangs in the Senior Center dining room. Every one -to -two- months you can enjoy the work of a local artist. So far, we have hosted a variety of oil paintings, drawings and even a quilt show! Be sure to stop by and check out the art when you are at the Senior Center. Charlotte Rodgers and the Human Services Staff Chocolate Tasting for Amateur Gourmets Monday, November 2, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. Please join us for a fun and informative tasting party. Please register with the receptionist at 781 - 861 -0194. Space is limited. Yoga for Balance a Fall Prevention Wednesday, November 4 & 18, 2009 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. , at the Lexington Senior Center with Susanne Sandberg To register or for more information, call Lexington Community Educa- tion at 781 - 862 -8043. Senior rate: $15 for 2 classes. Difficult Conversations Tuesdays, December 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2009 at 1 p.m. Facilitated by Marilyn Campbell, this class is based on information from the Harvard Negotiation Project, that created the best sellers, Getting to Yes and Difficult Conversations. We will walk through a proven step -by -step approach for how to have your toughest conversations with less stress and more suc- cess. Please register with the receptionist at 781 - 861 -0194. Free. NEw' Lexington Senior Center Video Club Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 12 Noon (MUZZEY ROOM) Learn more about how to video tape and produce cable television shows. Bring a bag lunch if you like. Everyone is welcome. Va The Senior Citizen Police Academy The Lexington Police Department is offering two Citizen Police Academies. The first session was presented on Tuesday, October 20, 2009. The second academy, focuses on issues concerning our senior population. Some of the topics include: Driving Issues, Personal and Home Security, ID theft, recent crime trends and New 911 Protocols. Each session will run approximately an hour and a half to two hours. Presenters are Police De- partment Staff from the Public Safety Dispatch Center, Patrol Division and Detective Bureau. r Sign up date for programs listed is October 271h. �- NOVEMBER 2009 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 3 ■ a I I& 275 Mass Ave., Lexington Oil Sales and Service Elder Care at Home We provide one -on -one medical & non medical assistance www.ConvenientHomeCare.com ' OEffHANK You TO OUR SPONSORS FOR THEIR SUPPORT Space for Sale SPONSOR THIS NEWSLETTER!!! For more information, please call Senior Citizen Publishing today at 617- 254 -4545, or visit SenimPubs.com C.O.A. Seniors Golf: Mondays at 7 :30 am. at Stone Meadow Golf Course and Thursdays at 7 :30 am. at Pine Meadow Golf Course. All experienced and begin- ner senior golfers are invited to join golfing friends at these two weekly morning events. For further information, contact Ted Gorczyca at 781 - 863 -8729. Scrabble, Puzzles and Other Board Games: Mondays at I p.m. A great way to spend an afternoon. All are welcome. Card Making — Big Buckle Cards: Monday November 16, 2009 from 10 a. m. to noon. Create cards using a word window punch. Cardstock will fit through an opening to make a buckle. Decorate with rubber stamps, punched shapes or embossing. Class size is limited. Please register and pay receptionist $4.00. Lexington Veterans Association: Monday, November 9, 2009 at Cary Memorial Library (Meeting Room) at 1:15 p.m. Join us for a talk by Brigadier General (Ret) John W. Carlson, titled "Duty, Honor, Country... MacArthur." MacArthur commanded the Southwest Pacific Theatre in World War II, administered postwar Japan during the Allied occupation that followed, and led United Nations forces during the first nine months of the Korean War. BG Carlson is a noted speaker and military historian as well as the former "Voice of the Boston Bruins." Refresh- ments served. Coffee is generously provided by Starbucks of Lexington Center. All are welcome. Finance Matters: Tuesdays, 9:30 am. to 11:30 am. (ends 11 am. the first Tuesday of the month when LexSA meets). An open discussion group focused on financial issues of interest to seniors. In November we will focus on invest- ment strategies and alternatives. Topics throughout the year include estate plan- ning (wills and trusts), probate, investing, budgeting and saving, risk management (insurance), taxes and additional topics suggested by members of the group. All are welcome. Tuesday. November 10, 2009: From 9:30 am. to 11:30 am.: "Investing in Today's Uncertain Market ". Market predictions range from ongoing recovery to continued decline and from rampant inflation to severe deflation. Which investment is best suited to each scenario? Scott Coppock will talk about how we got here and what we can expect going forward, and will describe how different invest- ment types will perform under various economic scenarios. Scott is a Personal Financial Advisor who runs the Lexington Marrett Road office of Edward Jones Investments. Please register with the receptionist at 781 - 861 -0194. This event is free, however, space is limited. Lexington Senior Advocates (LexSA): First Tuesday of the month (November 3, 2009) from 11 am.—_12 noon. LexSA identifies, develops and promotes actions or ideas to improve the lives of Lexington Seniors. All are welcome. World Affairs Study Group: Tuesdays at 2 p.m. Drop in. New members are always welcome. Free In -Home Consultation - 781 - 721 -5522 - Comforting Solutions for In -Home Care T" Companionship • Light Housekeeping • Errands 24 -Hour Care • Meal Preparation CONSIDER YOUR A GOOD NEIGHBOR... ADVERTISE HERE! (617) 254 -4545 3 REHABILITATION WAV, 'WOBURN, MA Independent & Assisted Living For a Tour Phone MM SENIOR CITIZEN PUBLISHING, INC. 1505 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE BOSTON, MA 02135 (617) 254 -4545 4 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS NOVEMBER 2009 Young at Heart Chorus: Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. Come and sing in the chorus or just come and enjoy the music. An Hour with Senator Ken Donnelly: Wednesday, November 18, 2009 at 9:30 am. Please join Senator Donnelly to discuss questions about public policy, your concerns or to just talk. Foursome Bridge: Wednesdays and Fridays at 9:30 a.m Please call Senior Center for information. Free. Current Events: Fridays at 1 p.m. Come, share /discuss your views on what is currently happening around the world. All are welcome. Rep. Jay Kaufman's Roundtable: Friday, November 20, 2009 at 9 am. Please join Rep. Kaufman at the Lexington Senior Center to discuss questions about public policy, your concerns or to just talk about issues. Klickity Klack Group: Second Wednesday of the Month at 10 a.m. Come join this new drop in group to knit and crochet for charity. Make a hat, sweater or afghan to donate to those in need. All levels of expertise invited. Please bring needles, yarns and patterns to use and share. Computer & Technology Group: The group meets ev- ery Wednesday at 10 am. Check our www.tipyurl.com/ Lex- comp -1?rp calendar for updates. All are welcome. November is "Photo Month ". November 4: Presentation: "Using your camera's set- tings" November 18: Presentation: "Editing photos with your computer" November 25: Q &A, and examples of editing Improve Your Bridge: Wednesdays through December 23, 2009 from 1 to 3 p.m. Class full. Check future newsletters for the next session. Short Stories: A New Series: Continuing through Wednesday, November 4, 2009 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Book Club: Third Thursday of the month at 2:30 p.m. in the Senior Center Library. All are welcome. 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. Please mention that you are signing up for a Munroe Center Class. Register with the receptionist at 781- 861 -0194. Please make checks payable to the Munroe Center for the Arts and pay the instructor the cost listed with the class. Classes offered at Munroe Center for the Arts Ceramics with Melanie Yuhl: Tuesdays from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Session 92: October 27, November 3, 10, 17. Cost: $40.00 /4 -week session. Book Arts with Jan Cadman Powell: Mondays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. October 19, 26, November 2, and 9. Cost: $40.00. Classes offered at Lexington Senior Center Basic Drawing with Sue Funk: Fridays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Session 92: October 30, November 6, 13, and 20. Cost: $40.00 /4 -week session Knit Wire with Adrienne Sloane Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. October 21, 28, November 4 and 18. Cost: $40.00 Collage with Jan Cadman Powell: Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. October 29, November 5, 12, and 19. Cost: $40.00 For more information, call Monroe Center at 781 - 862 -6040. Repairs, Installations, Custom Solutions Windows & Doors, Decks € For those jobs that need to get done!! Licensed • Small or Large!! • Insured SENIOR CITIZEN PUBLISHING • 1505 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE BOSTON, MA 02135 (617) 254 -4545 • www.seniorpubs.com NOVEMBER 2009 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 5 From Hie Het th Cbrrm r: /S /T A CEO CR T/-E FLU? Charlotte Rodgers, RN, Director of Human Services A virus causes both colds and flu, and the real difference between them is simply the type of virus that causes the illness. The only way to catch a cold or flu is from other people. The viruses are spread by tiny droplets in the air (such as from a cough or sneeze) or from direct contact (especially handshaking). Infected people can spread the virus from a day or two, before they even have the symptoms, to three to four days after the symptoms start. You can help to prevent a cold or the flu by washing your hands frequently. If you do become ill, this article will give you some important reminders about how to care for yourself. Remember to check in on elderly neighbors, especially if they have been complaining of cold or flu symptoms. SYMPTOMS COLDS FLU Fever Common in children Common in children Unusual in adults You can minimize the effects of illness on yourself and others by following these guidelines for treating a cold or the flu: • Stay Home - If you have a cold or the flu stay home. Rest is important to your recovery plus you run the risk of passing your illness on to someone else. • Protect Others - Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. Wash your hands frequently during cold and flu season. • Take Care of Yourself - Be sure to drink plenty of fluids including water and fruit juices. If you have a fever, you run the risk of dehydration- a serious medical complication that is more common with seniors. Don't forget the chicken soup! • Medications - Check with your doctor about which over the counter cold medication is right for you. Tylenol or Advil will help with pain and body aches. Remember, antibiotics won't help a cold or the flu. Medical Care - If you have a mild cold or flu, you may not require medical care. Your symptoms should improve over about 7 to 10 days. If you are not sure, call your doctor or primary care provider. Call 911 immediately for chest pain, shortness of breath or trouble breathing. These may be signs of a serious complication. Thursday mornings from 10 a. m. to 11 a. m. 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 Office Build - ing/Meeting Room. 3rd 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. 4th Thursday of the month - Vynebrooke Village, off Waltham St in the center building/ meeting and laundry facilities. 5th Thursday of the month - No BP clinic. Podiatry Clinic: With Dr. Gimbel: Wednesday, November 18, 2009. Call 781 - 861 -0194 to schedule an ap- pointment. Please pay the Podiatrist $30.00 directly. Appointments scheduled 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. 4 % CD 0 cr) C Cf) -4� (1) � � a a) '�i Z Z�? c cu (1) Fu . 7r ct < co -�5 C4 0 0 E 0 E L LU E E 4 % C' - 6 cu 0 -z= 0 C/) 0- a) 0 L< -�z Cl) c- a) (D Cl) D. 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Please make checks payable to the Town of Lexington. Due to advance financial commitments, refunds for cancellations are made only if the vacancy is filled. Trip itinerary may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Gratuities are included in the price. WGBH Studio Tour $30 Thurs., November 5, 2009 Go behind the scenes for a 45- minute docent led tour of WGBH's new all- digital studios in Boston's Brighton neighborhood and get a close up look at what makes WGBH "crackle" with creativity. After the tour, there will be time to visit The Shop at WGBH. We will have lunch at The Stockyard Restaurant - choice of baked scrod, London broil, or chicken parmiigiano; dessert, and beverage. Trip Code T010 -13. Depart 10 a.m.; return 2 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. TOP of the HUB a IMAM THEATRE $69 Thurs., November 19, 2009 Join us at the New England Aquarium's IMAX theatre for an incredible journey to the most exotic and isolated undersea locations on earth to experience face -to -face encounters with some of the most mysterious creatures of the sea. Then it's on to the prestigious Back Bay for a complete gourmet luncheon at the Top of the Hub Restaurant; choice of herb roasted chicken or pan roasted salmon. There will be time to enjoy the panoramic views of Boston and its surrounding vistas and to visit Quincy Market. Trip Code 10 -14. Depart 8:30 a.m.; return 4:30 -5 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. "It's Christmas Time ", Beagle Players $41 Sunday, December 6, 2009 Holiday sights and sounds abound in the Reagle Players' holiday spectacular, "It's Christmas Time" - Victo- rian carolers, "Nutcracker" bears, Raggedy Arms and Andies, an immense Christmas tree. Plenty of seasonal cheer can be found in this holiday spectacular, including "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers ", "Twelve Days to Christmas ", "Teddy Bears' Nutcracker ". Limited number of seats available. Trip Code T010 -16. Depart 11:15 a.m.; return 3:30 p.m. Park at C &W parking lot, 240 Bedford St. Foxwoods Casino $25 Monday, December 14, 2009 With six casinos no one offers more gaming choices than Foxwoods Resort - 7,400 slot machines, over 350 table games, and the world's largest bingo hall. Keno can be played in a comfortable Keno lounge and throughout the Casino. The package includes a $10 food coupon or full buffet and $15 Keno. Trip Code T010 -15. Depart 7:30 a.m.; return 6:30 p.m. Park at St. Brigid's Church, Worthen Rd. If you have questions about the trips listed above, please contact Phyllis Rand at the Lexington Senior Cen- ter, most mornings at 781 - 861 -0194. The trip committee also welcomes suggestions for trips. Please contact Phyllis Rand at the number above. 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 TVolunteers:FISH needs volunteers to drive locally. If you want to learn more about volun- teering please call David Horton at 781 - 862 -3293. NOVEMBER 2009 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 9 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. The Council on Aging Board [COA Board] Meeting Schedule The Council on Aging Board meets monthly at the Senior Center on the first Thursday of the month at 3:30 p.m. Board meetings are open to the public, and we encourage you to attend! The Fall schedule is as follows: November 5, 2009 December 3, 2009 MW LexFUN at the Lexington Senior Center Come join Lexington's Five and Under Network at the Lexing- ton 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!! Mexican Handicrafts Monday, December 7, 2009 from 10 a. m. to 2 p.m The Lexington Sister City Association will be displaying and sell- ing Mexican handicrafts at the Lexington Senior Center. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Lexington Senior Center. This is an opportunity to support the Sister City Program and your Senior Center. Also a great time to begin your holiday shopping 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 10 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS NOVEMBER 2009 Join us for lunch at the Senior Center! Suggested donation is $3.00. The Lexington daily lunch program is sponsored by Minute- man Senior Services and is supported by state funding and your donations. 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 in and check out new arrivals by J. D. Robb, Patricia Cornwall and Sidney Sheldon. Also, there are new large print books by Sandra Brown, Patrick Taylor, Mary McMullen and Vicki Covington. Senior Center Library Hours: Monday - Friday 10 a .m. - 2 p.m. If the Lexington Schools are closed due to snow, all COA pro- gramming and lunches (including Meals on Wheels) will also be cancelled. Senior Center Staff will make every effort to be at the center during the day to answer any questions. Please use your judgment about venturing out on snowy days because your safety is important to us. It's time for the SNOWBIRDS to take flight againff If you will be away for more than 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 for "Postage Due" when it's returned to us. That one call will be greatly appreciated. Please remember to sign up for your "My Senior Center" card with Jerri and sign in before class. Need a patient advocate to help you navigate? AT YOUR SIDE www.myraatyourside.com 978 - 473 -6264 Grape Expectations A holiday wine tasting event to ben- efit the collections of Cary Memorial Library, with featured speaker Randy Sheahan, editor of The Quarterly Review of Wines. November 6, 7.30 -9:30 p.m., at the Library, 1874 Massachusetts Avenue. Tax deductible tickets are $30 in ad- vance, $35 at the door. All are welcome. Contact the Cary Memorial Library Foundation,781- 862 -6288 ext. 324, CM- LFoundation(a or visit www.cgalibrga.org/foundatio . The Annual Hancock Alternative Christmas Fair Sunday, December 6th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hancock Church, 1912 Massachusetts Avenue Call 781 - 674 -0339 for details. PLEASE ACKNOWLEDGE OUR SPONSORS Uomfo Uar at e ? LLc AFFORDABLE HOMECARE Personal Care. Meal Preparation. Light Housekeeping. Errands. Caregivers are screened and insured. Chances are with, just ONE AD, you'll get MORE THAN ONE new customer! Call Senior Citizen Publishing 617 - 254 -4545 'T - la.r ATR LONGMEADCAW 'PLACE 42 Mall Road. 1 � M4*whys SENIOR CITIZEN PUBLISHING • 1505 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE BOSTON, MA 02135 (617) 254 -4545 NOVEMBER 2009 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 11 FY10 Senior Service Program: The Senior Service Program asks participating taxpayers to work for the municipality in exchange for a reduction in their tax bill. Positions vary and hours are flexible. • Applications are available through the Senior Services Department, Paula McGlynn at the Senior Center 781 - 861 - 0194.. • Applicants must be 60 years of age or older and own property in Lexington that is their principle residence. • Gross income (including Social Security income) must not exceed $46,300 for a single taxpayer or $ 52,950 for a couple. • The maximum credit for a single taxpayer is $935.00. A couple may earn a maximum of $1,190.00. 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 appointment is required; we are unable to accommodate walk -ins. Special accommodations are available for those per- ° ° sons who are homebound or have other extenuat- ing circumstances. Please call Carrie Johnson or Emily Lavine at the number above to schedule an appointment, for special accommodations, or with questions. Veteran's Agent Office Hours: Wednesdays I - 3 p.m. Our Vet- eran's Agent, Bob Martin, can meet with you during his weekly office hours. Please call Bob at 781 - 953 -3160 to make an ap- pointment. Senior Health Outreach Program: The Senior Health Outreach Program is a service provided by the Town of Lexington to seniors that are homebound and unable to easily access health screenings. The service includes intake and needs assessment provided by an RN. Consultation, referrals and home visits are also available. To find out more about either of these outreach services, please contac Carrie Johnson by calling 781 - 861 -0194. MEDICAL WASTE DROP -OFF DAYS Saturday, November 21, 2009: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 3, 2010: 9 a.m. to noon Wednesday, June 2, 2010: 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Fix -It Shop Open Thursdays 9:00 a.m. to Noon Do you have small items around the house that need repair? Do you ever think about getting ..4„' 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! Windowpane Shop Hours 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Weekdays New Selection of Men's Clothing Selling like -new clothing, accessories, jewelry, scarves & pocketbooks. Accepting donations of small household items. Please no toys, computers or children's clothing. Afternoon Movie Start time: 1:15 p. m. in the Muzzey Room Ghosts of Girlfriends Past — Tuesday, November 10, 2009. With Mathew Mc- Conaughey, Jennifer Garner and Michael Douglas. 100 minutes. (PG -13) Duplicity — Tuesday, November 24, 2009. Starring Julia Roberts and Clive Owen. 125 minutes. (PG -13) 12 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS NOVEMBER 2009 Yoga for Health and Fitness - Beginner Level w/ Lisa Groves - (Please pay in -full each month.) Mondays Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 $30.00 3:00 -4:05 p.m. Dec. -7, 14, 21, 28 $24.00 3:00 -4:05 p.m. Yoga for Health and Fitness - Intermed. Level - w/ Lisa Groves (Please pay in -full each month.) Fridays Nov.— 6, 13, 20 $18.00 9:30 -10:35 a.m. Dec..— 4, 11, 18 $18.00 9:30 -10:35 a.m. Develop strength, flexibility, 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. Please bring a blanket or yoga mat. Register and pay Senior Center receptionist. Class size is limited. T'ai Chi - Intermediate Level with William Barron (Please pay in -full each month.) New - Wednesdays Nov. — 4, 18 $ 8.00 1:30 -2:30 p.m. Dec. — 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 $20.00 1:30 -2:30 p.m. Participants 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. T'ai Chi - Beginner Level with William Barron (Please pay in -full for 8- classes) Wednesdays, October 7, 14, 21 November 4, 18, December 2, 9, 16, 2009 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. $28.00/8 classes Participants 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. Register and pa Y Senior Center receptionist. Class size is limited. • Beginner's 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 are every Thursday from 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. $3.00 per session, please pay the receptionist. • The Evergreen Group - (Chinese Senior Support) We meet to talk about personal and family issues.Meets at the Senior Center the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month, 10:00 a.m. - 11:45 p.m. • Parkinson's Support Group – Led by Art Sotak. The Parkinson's Disease support group will meet the 4th Monday of each month at 1 p.m. at the Senior Center in the Muzzey Room. • The Friendship 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 living alone. All are welcome to attend. For information, call Carrie Johnson, LCSW at 781 - 861 -0194. 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 3rd Wednesday of each month, 1 - 2:30 pm. Caregivers Group – Group meets 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 1 –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 Susan Moor at 781- 861 -9863 or Barbara Deveau at 781 -861- 0194 for an initial telephone intake. 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. • Stretch & Bend – Large, popular stretching and limbering • group offers support and instruction. The group meets Mondays through Friday from 9 -9:30 a.m. Free. • 60+ Fitness: Class full. Check future newsletters for new sessions. • Kripalu Yoga with Don Weikert – No previous yoga experience is necessary. Please bring a pillow and a mat. Mondays 8:40 -9:45 a.m. $5 /session. Please pay instructor. • Ping Pong – All welcome to join a game on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 1 -4 p.m. All levels. Free. • Pool – Open to all on a drop -in basis, as long as there is not another ongoing program in the fitness area. Free Classes may be subject to change due to scheduling or staffing issues.