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October 2010 1475 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420
Issue 347 http: / /www.lexingtonma.gov
Phone: 781 - 861 -0194
FAX: 781 - 863 -2271
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Town of Lexington Flu Shot Clinic
The Town of Lexington will be offering FREE flu vaccinations to seniors on Friday October 1st, 12:00
PM to 3:00 PM at St. Brigid's Church. Medicare will reimburse the Town of Lexington for flu shots, so
we ask that you bring your Medicare card to the flu clinic. You may also get your flu shot from your primary
care provider. If you need a flu shot in your home because you are homebound, please call the Public Health
Nurse, David Neylon, at 781 - 862 -0500 x 281. Stay tuned for information on additional flu shot clinics.
October is Fire Safety Month!!
Fire Safety Presentation
October 27th 9:30 a.m. N "W--t
Jennifer Mieth, Public Education Manager at the state Department of Fire Services, will be celebrating fire
safety month at the Lexington Senior Center. The one hour interactive presentation will remind participants
about key steps they can take to protect themselves from fire and discuss the significant risk of injury from
fire. Serious topics will be covered in a fun, or at least memorable, way. To register call 781 - 861 -0194.
Refreshments will be served.
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The Senior Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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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.gov
SENIOR SERVICES
COORDINATOR
Barbara Deveau
bdeveau @lexingtonma.gov
HUMAN SERVICES NURSE
Kelly Stanislawzyk, RN, BSN
kstanislawzyk @lexington.gov
ADMINISTRATIVE
ASSISTANT
Paula McGlynn
pmcglynn@lexingtonma.gov
NUTRITION SITE MANAGER
Despina Maradianos
VETERAN'S AGENT
Bob Martin
rjmartin@lexingtonma.gov
781 - 953 -3160
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
YOUTH SERVICES
Laurie Henry, LICSW
Ihenry@lexingtonma.gov
781 - 861 -2742
COUNCIL ON AGING
Nancy Adler • Betty Borghesani
Marian Cohen, Chair
Margaret Cole • Dan Fenn
Paul Lapointe
Rose Lerner • Frieda Oliner Irving
Rothman • Peter Spiers
FRIENDS OF THE COA
Shirley Buck • Marie Hill
Janice Kennedy • Mickey Khazam
Leo McSweeney • Julie Miller
Susan O'Keefe Eleanor Smith
Carol Snell Shirley Stolz
Jane Trudeau
SELECTMAN LIAISON
Hank Manz
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Volunteers Needed
Do you have a few hours a week to give back? We are looking for volunteers
to assist in the operation of the Senior Center. Positions currently open are:
receptionist, hostess, library assistant and help with running Bingo. Please
let Barbara Deveau or Paula McGlynn know if you are interested call
781 - 861 -0194. We look forward to seeing you!!
Talking With Your Doctor
Thursday, October 21st from 1:30 -2:30 At the Senior Center
Did you know that a recent study found that patients forget nearly 50% of
what they heard in a doctor's appointment? In today's busy world, a good
patient- doctor relationship is more of a partnership. You and your doctor can
work as a team, along with other health care providers, to solve
your medical problems and keep you healthy. Taking an active role
in your health care puts the responsibility for good communication
on both you and your doctor. This is especially true as you age.
Join Human Services Director Charlotte Rodgers, RN and Hu-
man Services Nurse, Kelly Stanislawzyk, RN, for this informal
discussion group. We will be using the book, "Talking With Your Doctor", a
publication of the National Institute on Aging and the National Institutes of
Health. Class members will receive a copy of the book to take home. This
class is limited to 15 participants. Please call 781 - 861 -0194 to sign up.
OCTOBER 2010 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 3
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Extraordinary Measures - Friday, October 8, 2010. Harrison Ford, Brendan
Fraser. (PG). 106 Minutes.
12 Angry Men - Friday, October 22, 2010. Henry Fonda and all star cast from
1957. 96 Minutes.
Fall Fitness Classes - Strength Training
The class will begin with a warm up followed by strength training exercises fo
all the major muscle groups using light hand weights & concludes with gentle
stretching exercises to increase flexibility and reduce muscle tension.
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 noon to 1 p.m.
September 14 through November 18. $25.00
Bereavement Group for the Newly Bereaved
Six Tuesdays, October 19 through November 23 from 1:30 -3:00 p.m.
The Lexington Senior Center will offer a six week bereavement group facilitated
by clinicians from VNA Hospice Care. The group is for those who have lost a
spouse or partner within the last year. Advance registration is required. Please call
the Senior Center at 781 - 861 -0194 to register. You will be asked to leave your
name & telephone number and a group leader will contact you.
Newcomers Coffee Thursday, October 28 at 10:00 a.m. Join us at the Senior
Center for a informal coffee and tour of our program areas. This is a great op-
portunity to learn what we do and how you can become part of our community.
No registration required.
Concord Players Fall show Crossing Delancey
Open Dress Rehearsal is November 4th at 8:00 pm at 51 Walden St., Concord,
MA. Admission is $5.00 at the door no reserved seating. Contact Joanne Hines
at 978 - 254 -5578 for more information
Educational Opportunities
Lexington Community Education: 781 - 862 -8043. Minuteman Career & Technical
High School Community Education: 781 - 861 -7150 Middlesex Community College
M.I.L.E.S. Middlesex Institute for Lifelong Education for Seniors 800 - 818 -3434
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Cary library Health a Wellness Series Fall 2010
Living to 100: Lessons in Living to Your Maximum Potential with Dr. Thomas Perls, on November 14 at 2
p.m. Dr. Perls practices medicine at Boston Medical Center and is a physician /researcher in the study of Aging
at B.U. Medical School. For the past eight years, he has directed the New England Centenarian Study (NECS).
The centenarian study and its collaborators show how it may be possible for people to live to their late eighties
in exceptional health. At Cary Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Avenue.
For further information on any Senior Center activities, please call the receptionist at 781 - 861 -0194. Unless
otherwise 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 Tuesday, October 12,
2010 at Cary Memorial Library (Meeting Room) at 1:15
p.m. - PLEASE NOTE THAT THE DAY FOR THIS
MEETING IS TUESDAY DUE TO THE MONDAY
HOLIDAY The program entitled, "The F -117A Opera-
tion in Desert Storm ", will be presented by Lt. Col. Scott
Stimpert, USAF (Ret.). Coffee is generously provided by
Starbucks of Lexington Center (Manager, Scott LeBlanc).
When you patronize this Starbucks, please thank them for
their continued support of the Lexington Veterans' Asso-
ciation. Also, special thanks to those who bake or bring
cookies /cakes to our programs: this is greatly appreciated.
All are welcome.
Money Matters (Formerly Finance Matters Tuesdays,
9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. - An open discussion group
focused on financial issues of interest to seniors.
Topics throughout the year include estate planning
(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, October 12th 9:30: "How to Make Your Money
Last for the Rest of Your Life" Join Rand Spero, MBA,
President of Street Smart Financial and a Lexington based
Certified Financial Planner. Please register with the re-
ceptionist at 781 - 861 -0194.
Computer & Technology Group: Wednesdays at
10 a.m. - See our group website www.tinyurl.com /
Lex- comp -grp for October 13 and 27 meeting an-
nouncements. All are welcome.
October 6: Larry Whittig will provide an Introduc-
tion to Internet maps and Google Earth
October 20:A1 Sherman will share his experience
finding WI -FI connections while traveling with his
NetBook. He will also demonstrate the Boston Globe
Reader program. Suitable for all Internet users.
Drop In Help for Computer Beginners
Come in for help with your computer questions
or for an explanation on something that you are
stuck on in navigating email or the internet. October
6,13,20 and 27 from 1:00 -3:00 p.m. Sign up with
the receptionist by calling 781 - 861 -0194
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 Wednes-
day, October 20, 2010 at 9:30 a.m. - Join Senator
Donnelly for a discussion of public policy and
current issues.
World Affairs Study Group: 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.
Lexington Senior Advocates (LexSA First Tues-
day of the month starting October 5th, from 11
a.m. to 12 noon - LexSA identifies, develops and
promotes actions or ideas to improve the lives of
Lexington Seniors.All are welcome.
OCTOBER 2010 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 5
From the Health Corner: "Flu Shot Basics"
Charlotte Rodgers, RN, Director of Human Services and Kelly Stanislawzyk, RN, Human Services Nurse
It's time to think about Flu Shots again. Seasonal flu is caused by influenza viruses that infect people
every year. In New England, flu season usually begins in December and lasts until April. 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.
This year's flu vaccine will protect against the H1N1 and two other viruses. The Center for Disease Control
(CDC) advises that everyone over the age of 6 months should get a flu vaccine.People at the highest risk
for complications from the flu include: pregnant women, children under the age of 5 and persons age 50 and
older.
The most common flu symptoms are:
❖ Sudden onset of fever and cNAghing
•'• Tiredness or weakness
• Body Aches/Headache /Chills
Seniors are at increased risk of getting complications from the flu, and the most common of these is pneu-
monia. If you do become ill, please contact your doctor immediately.
For more information about the flu, or to learn when flu clinics will be offered in Lexington, call the Lex-
ington Public Health Department at 781 - 862 -0500 X 200
An Important Time of the Year for Those on Medicare
If you have Medicare, very soon you will be getting important information from your Prescription Drug
Plan, your Medicare Health Plan and /or Prescription Advantage (if you are a member). It is very important
to read the letters and understand the information they contain.
Save the letters From Your Plans!
During the annual Medicare Open Enrollment (November 15 December 31), you will have a chance to
CHANGE your coverage for next year. State - certified SHINE (Medicare) Counselors can help you understand
your plan changes, as well as other options you may have. To make an appointment with a SHINE counselor,
please call the Lexington Senior Center at 781 - 861 -0194.
Podiatry Clinic:
With Dr. Gimbel, DPM - 3rd Thursday of the month (October 21, 2010.) By appointment only, 1 to 4
pm. Call the Senior Center at 781 - 861 -0194 to schedule your appointment. $30 fee— pay the doctor.
Please note: The service at the Senior Center includes assessment, nail cutting and filing ONLY Medicare
may pay for an office visit to your podiatrist. For more information about your nail care, ask your primary
care doctor:
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
Building/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.
• 5th Thursday of the month — No BP clinic.
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Out and .About s o @ Come one, come alto s e
All trips leave from St. Brigid's Church parking lot unless otherwise noted.
Halloween on the North Shore $59 Thursday, October 7
• Salem Witch Museum in historic Salem - 200 years of history of the infamous witch trials
• Gloucester House Restaurant - enjoy a full course luncheon, choice of scrod or baked chicken and
strawberry shortcake for dessert.
• Picturesque Rockport - home of many artists and crafts, experience beautiful scenery while shop-
ping This trip involves walking! depart 8:30 a.m.: return 5:30 p.m.
Providence, R.I. $65 Monday, October 18
• Pot an Feu - French Chef demonstrates the art of making crepes
• Lunch at this French restaurant - salad, breast of chicken, Crepes Suzette for dessert.
• Guided sightseeing tour - historic highlights - Independence Trail, East Side, Waterfront.
depart 9:30 a.m.: return 5:30 p.m.
"Chorus line" at the North Shore Theatre $70 Wednesday, November 10
• Pulitzer Prize — winning musical at newly renovated North Shore Theatre
• Limited tickets available. depart 1 p.m.; return 5 p.m.
SAVE THE DATE!
Foxwoods Casino -Holiday Special $20 Tuesday, November 30
Blithewold Mansion a White's Restaurant $63 Wednesday, December 8
• Guided tour Blithewold Mansion located in Bristol, R.I. This turn -of -the century mansion, is beauti-
fully decorated in traditional Christmas colors.
• Enjoy a delicious "family style, all you can eat" luncheon of pot roast and turkey at White's Res-
taurant of Westport, R.I.
• After lunch, sit back and enjoy the festive HAPPY HOLIDAY'S CHRISTMAS SHOW!
Trip reservations can be made by mail or in person at the Senior Center. Make checks payable to Town
of Lexington. Due to advance financial commitments, refunds for cancellations made only if the vacancy
is filled. Trip itinerary may change.
If you have any questions about the trips listed above, please contact Phyllis Rand at the Lexington
Senior Center at 781 - 861 -0194.
ESL CITIZENSHIP with Meg on Mondays
Mondays, October 18 through December 20, 2010 at 1:45 p.m.
Fall class sign -up for ESL Citizenship with Meg begins on Monday, October 4. Staff will be on hand to
help with class registration and application for the My Senior Center swipe card. Please note that classes
begin on October 18th (no class on Columbus Day, October 11).
OCTOBER 2010 LEXINGTON SENIOR CENTER NEWS 9
Friends of the Council on Aging
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.
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DONATION INFORMATION
Donor's Name:
Donation Amt. $
Donor's Address:
In Memory of:
Send Acknowledgment to:
Name & Address:
FCOA Board Meeting Schedule
The Friends meet monthly at 9:30 AM on the 3rd Thursday of
every month in the Senior Center dining room. We hope you will
join us! Light refreshments served.
The Council on Aging Board [COA Board]
Tentative Meeting Schedule
The Council on Aging Board meets monthly at the Senior Center,
please call the Senior Center or check the Town of Lexington
website for the updated schedule of meetings. Board meetings are
open to the public, and we encourage you to attend! For more
information about the COA, please contact Charlotte Rodgers or
any board member!
Book Club: Meets the 3rd Thursday of the month at 2:30 p.m.
October book: Olive Kitteridge.
Short Stories: Six consecutive Wednesdays from October 6
through November 10 from 1:00 -2:00 p.m. (Please note new
time) Facilitated by Mickey Khazam. We will continue reading
from "Great American Short Stories ". Class limited to 10 people.
Please register with the receptionist at 781 - 861 -0194.
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If you (or someone you know) have broken a
hip and are aged 60 years or older, you may
be eligible to participate in a research study at
Boston University. People who qualify for this
research study will receive either:
• a DVD -based home exercise
program supervised by
a physical therapist, or
• a nutrition education
program
All activities will take place in
your home at no cost.
There will be financial compensation
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For Your Information
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 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.
Getting Around
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 medi-
cal 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.
Munroe Center for the Arts
• Jewelry Making: October 12, 19, 26 and Nov. 2
(10:00 -11:30 a.m.) $25.00*
• Basic Drawing: October 14, 21 28 and Nov. 4
(10:00 -11:30 a.m.) $25.00*
*Classes held at the Lexington Senior Center
• Intro to Painting with Acrylics held at the Munroe
Center for the Arts. October 26, November 2, 9, and
16 (1:00 -2:30 p.m.) $25.00
To register, please call Barbara Deveau at 781 -861-
0194. Please make checks payable to the Munroe Center
for the Arts and pay the instructor at the first class.
Fuel Assistance Program 2009 -2010
Do you need help paying your winter heating bills?
The Fuel Assistance program may be able to pay a
portion of the cost of heating your home. Applicants
may apply for this program between November
1, 2010 and April 30, 2011. Income eligibility
guidelines for the program are as follows:
Household size of 1 - $30,751
(Maximum Gross Income)
Household size of 2 - $40,213
(Maximum Gross Income)
First time applicants can schedule an appoint-
ment to complete an application by calling the
Human Services Department at (781) 861 -0194.
An appointment is required; we are unable to ac-
commodate walk -ins. Special accommodations are
available for persons who are homebound or have
other extenuating circumstances.
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FY11 Senior Service Program: The Senior Service Program
asks participating taxpayers to work for the municipality in ex-
change for a reduction in their tax bill. Positions vary and hours
are flexible.
• Applications are available through the Senior Services Depart-
ment, 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 ex-
ceed $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.
Veteran's Agent Office Hours:
Wednesdays 1 - 3 p.m 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 home-
bound and unable to easily access health
screenings. The service includes regular
home visits conducted by a registered 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 THURSDAYS
from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Call the Senior
Center at 781 - 861 -0194 to make an ap-
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Yoga for Health & Fitness with Lisa Groves: Please bring a blanket or yoga mat.
Senior Center receptionist. Class size is limited. (Please pay in -full for each month.)
Beginner Level: Mondays, 2:45 – 3:50 p.m.
October -4, 18, 25 $18.00
Intermediate Level: Fridays, 9:30 – 10:35 am
October — 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Register and pay the
$30.00
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T'ai Chi with William Barron: Register and pay the Senior Center receptionist. Class size is limited.
(Please pay in -full for each month.)
Wednesdays, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
October -6, 13, 20, 27 $16.00
C.O.A. Seniors Golf. Mondays at 7.30 am at Stone Meadow Golf Course and Thursdays at 7.•30 a.m. at
Pine Meadow Golf Course. All experienced and beginner senior golfers are invited to join golfing friends at
these two weekly morning events. For further information, contact Ted Gorczyca at 781 - 863 -8729.
Stretch & Bend: Monday through Friday from 9 to 9:30 a.m. This self led stretching and limbering group
is free.
Ping Pong: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 1 - 4 p.m. All levels are welcome. Free.
Line Dancing for all levels with Sam O'Clair: Thursdays from 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Classes are $3.00.
Please pay the receptionist.
Zumba Gold This cardio /toning program is fun and designed so anyone can do it! A combination of me-
rengue, salsa, cha cha, cumbia, belly dance, flamenco, tango and rock & roll rhythms gives you a full body
workout. Please contact Janice Swartz for more information and questions about the program: janswartz@
mac.com or 781 -572 -5344.
Tuesdays 3:15 p.m. to 4 p.m.
October — 5, 12, 19, 26 $28.00/4 classes or $10 /class as walk -in
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 Dis-
ease 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 living 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 Thursday of the month at Youville Place from 1 - 2:30 p.m. 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.