COA December Evergreen Newsletter
Council on Aging
75 Reed Road
Westport, Massachusetts 02790-1135
Tel 508-636-1026 fax 508-636-1034
**EVERGREEN**
AT THE WESTPORT SENIOR CENTER
From all The Staff & Volunteers of the Westport Council on Aging ...........
We would all like to wish you:
A Very Merry Christmas, and a Wonderful New Year!!!
-Mary Ellen Gomes, Director
Please Join Us For a Festive Holiday Luncheon & Wonderful Entertainment: Holiday Luncheon - December 16th will be served at 11:30 a.m. for the first 60 guests who make reservations--all for the bargain price of $3.00 per person. Entertainment by: WMS Chorus & Marc Deschenes 12:00 - 1:15. Advance registration is required--(508) 636-1026.
Other Events in December: “The Keynotes” Monday December 21st at 10:00 a.m. “Tom & Terri” Tuesday December 22nd at 12:15p.m
“A very special thanks” to: Mediterranean Pizzeria 549 American Legion Hwy. Westport Ma. 02790 The Papamargaritis Family, Margaritis, Ormaria, and Miltiadis, for their generous donation of Turkeys and Potatoes for our baskets this year!!.
Other Donations were received from:
Westport Middle, Elementary & Macomber Schools, Gold Medal Bakery, St. Johns Church and other anonymous donors.
“It is by giving, that we receive the greatest gifts ...”
CREATIVE DRAWING CLASS - Join the multi-media drawing class at the Westport Senior Center. Share the fun and comradery as you learn new ways to express yourself, responding to your surroundings with new awareness of form, perspective, and color learning techniques.
Classes are on Thursdays 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. for a cost of $30.00 for a 5 week session, continuing through the year. Barbara Farnell is the instructor. Please call the Westport Council on Aging - 508-636-1026.
FOOD PANTRY IS OPEN!!: OUR PANTRY NEEDS CANNED GOODS & BOXED ITEMS!! Tough times are upon us and with the holidays approaching, please pass the word that we have this great resource available to families in the Westport Community. If you have any questions on who qualifies, please call the center and ask for Andrea or Phyllis at 508-636-1026 in the Outreach Department. Suggested Items Are As Follows: Canned meat such as tuna, ham or chicken; peanut butter, box of cereal, pasta, pasta sauce, rice, Parmalat milk, canned fruit or canned vegetables. Thank you for working with us to help each other during these difficult times! Please drop items off at the WCOA.
Tough times are upon us and with the holidays approaching, please pass the word that we have this great resource available to families in the Westport Community. If you have any questions on who qualifies, please call the center and ask for Andrea or Phyllis at 508-636-1026 in the Outreach Department. Canned meat such as tuna, ham or chicken; peanut butter, box of cereal, pasta, pasta sauce, rice, Parmalat milk, canned fruit or canned vegetables. Thank you for working with us to help each other during these difficult times! Please drop items off at the WCOA.SENIOR CENTER CLOSING POLICY: If the Westport Community Schools announce closings due to weather emergencies, the Senior Center will close for classes, transportation, and other activities--the COA office may operate for routine administrative operations only.
INFORMATION AND REFERRAL to the network of services available to Westport residents, 60 years of age and over. WCOA is open Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
The SHINE Program (SERVING THE HEALTH INFORMATION NEEDS OF ELDERS)--information about Medicare, supplements, MassHealth. Phone consultations and office appointments.
Call Karen Urmson-508-222-1399
TRANSPORTATION for Westport’s elders, and handicapped persons of all ages, Monday - Friday, to area appointments scheduled between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. When you make your doctor’s appointment, call us for a ride. Please have the exact doctor’s name, street address, and telephone number when you call.
MIND-Art Bingo-Drawing-Games-Knitting-Quilting-Poetry Writing-Watercolor
AND BODY-Aerobics, Billiards, Chair Massage, Osteoporosis, Prevention
FITNESS-Prevention, Reiki, T’ai Chi, YogaFit, Zumba
PROGRAMS:Call for space availability and fees-508-636-1026.
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP w/ Phyllis
*No Meeting in December**
VISUAL IMPAIRMENT SUPPORT GROUP w/ Andrea
3rdTuesday- 10:30-11:30
BOOKS ON TAPE
Transportation is available for Westport residents.
CHAIR MASSAGE w/ Karen--1st Friday
Friday, December 4, 2009, 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m.
CHAIR MASSAGE w/ Heather
Every Wednesday 9:00AM-11:00AM
This is a complimentary service—no charge.
REIKI w/ Deborah--Mondays, 10:00 a.m.-12 noon. Fee schedule.
BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC w/Nurse Pauline
Wednesday, December 2, 2009, 10:30 – 11:30 PM
BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC w/Nurse Kathy
3rd Tuesday, December 15, 2009, 1:30 – 2:30 PM
PODIATRY CLINIC at Dr. Spiri’s office in Somerset,
Thursday, January 21st at 10:30AM. Call the COA, 508-636-1026.
Walking - Hiking Group
Are you interested in walking/hiking with others who love the out-of-doors? Have you wanted to walk some of the wonderful trails in our area but have some reservations about heading out alone? If you are interested, please call, 508-636-1026, at the Council on Aging.
--Rosemary Lenrow
LEGAL ADVICE - Attorney Jennifer Heald will be meeting individuals for fifteen minute appointments on Wednesday, December 16th from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. The first six individuals to sign up will meet with Attorney Heald who will help to answer your questions at the Senior Center. Please write down your questions so you can make good use of your brief time with her.
Attorney Heald established her general civil practice in Westport handling civil matters including estate planning and landlord/tenant cases. As an Estate Planning attorney, she is able to give advice on Last Wills and Testaments, Durable Powers of Attorney, Health Care Proxies, Living Will Declarations, HIPAA Authorizations, and Declarations of Homesteads for clients. She can also provide legal assistance in probate administration.
The Senior Center is closing - at noon on Thursday December 24 and Thursday December 31. Also we are closed on Friday December 25th for Christmas and Friday January 1st for New Years.
MEDICARE PART D ANNUAL OPEN ENROLLMENT!! November 15th thru December 31 Part D is an insurance program that provides help with prescription costs and protection for catastrophic costs. Interested parties should explore the plans available to ensure that they choose a plan that provides the most comprehensive coverage. Information about the plans is available on the Medicare website - www.Medicare.gov. Or call Karen Urmson at “Shine” to schedule an appointment on the second Friday of each month here at the WCOA. 1-800-987-2510 or 508-222-1399
S.N.A.P. - Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - helps low income individuals and families buy healthy, nutritious food. Please contact the Outreach department to see if you are eligible!!
Southern Charm
The Westport C.O.A. through the Friends of the WCOA is sponsoring a trip to Charleston, Savannah & Jekyll Island April 18th - 24th, 2010. Hosted by Collette Vacations. For more information, contact Mary Ellen Gomes at the Westport Council on Aging, 508-636-1026.
Parkinson’s Support Group - is having a Christmas Party on Thursday, December 10th @ 1:00PM at ME & ED’S Restaurant. You may select Yankee Pot Roast, Baked Stuffed Scrod or Chicken Parmesan for $22.00. Call Judy Medeiros for details 508-997-0907.
FRIENDS OF THE WESTPORT COUNCIL ON AGING, INC
Supporting the Senior Center
P.O. Box N192
Westport, MA 02790
Thank you all for the success of this year’s Holiday Fair. The tables were over-loaded with donated “treasures” and home-baked treats. And ahh… the hot soup!! Thanks too to all who generously took the time after exercise, art and other classes to stop by and shop. As you probably know, all proceeds from the fair are donated to the WCOA to help fill ongoing capital needs. Happy Holidays to each of you. It is clear that the spirit of the season is ever present in this good place.
-Rosemary Lenrow
WINTER TIPS FROM BRISTOL ELDER SERVICES
Is your home ready for winter?
Practice these winter energy-savings tips:
· Set your thermostat as low as is comfortable.
· Make sure that baseboard heaters and radiators are not blocked by furniture, carpeting or drapes.
· Close your curtains and shades at night and open them during the day.
As your home settles, gaps can open along the doors and windows. Installing and/or replacing the weather stripping around doors and windows can solve this.
The best and safest way to cope with a winter storm is to be prepared. Prepare for the possibility that you will need to stay in your home for several days. One way to do this is to create a winter storm kit that includes the following supplies:
· Flashlights and extra batteries.
· Battery-powered radio and extra batteries.
· Canned/no cook foods and a non-electric can opener.
· First Aid kit.
· Prescription medications
· Extra needed medical supplies such as diabetic testing supplies.
· Rock salt to melt on walkways, sand to improve traction and a shovel.
Tips to remember if you lose electricity:
· Look to see if your neighbors have power. This helps to determine if the problem is affecting more than just your home.
· Turn off electrical appliances, and when power is restored, turn things back on one at a time to help prevent a power surge on the lines.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS - WESTPORT SENIOR CENTER
(Programs for elders 60 years of age and over)
SPECIAL EVENTS FOR DECEMBER 2009 and BEYOND
December 3 10:00 a.m. Thursday, “ASTRONOMY CLASS”
December 16 11:30 a.m.Wednesday Holiday lunch. Entertainment by WMS Chorus & Marc Deschenes Reservations
December 21 10:00 a.m. Monday Entertainment by the Keynotes
REGULAR DAILY EVENTS FOR DECEMBER 2009
MONDAYS
8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Senior Social Day Program, Monday through Friday. Supervised program. Fee.
8:45 - 9:30 a.m. Aerobic Exercise, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Fee.
9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Games, Mondays. Walk-ins.
9:45 - 11:00 a.m. Osteoporosis Prevention, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
Cost of weights and donations. Reservations.
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Reiki, Mondays. Donation.
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon Lunch Program, Monday through Friday.
48-hr. Advanced reservations. Donation.
1:00 - 2:00 p.m. YogaFit Class, Mondays. Fee.
4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Zumba Class, Mondays. Fee.
8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Senior Social Day Program, Monday through Friday.
Supervised program. Fee.
9:00 a.m. Walking / Hiking Group
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Pool Tables, Monday through Friday. Tables available for individual and group games. Walk-ins.
10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Visual Impairment Support Group, 3rd Tuesday. Reservations.
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon Lunch Program, Monday through Friday.
48-hr. Advanced reservations. Donation.
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Knitting Circle, Tuesdays. Walk-ins.
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Bingo, 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. Walk-ins.
1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Blood Pressure Clinic, 3rd Tuesday. Walk- Ins
1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Caregiver support group. 3rd Tuesday of the Month
WEDNESDAYS
8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Senior Social Day Program, Monday through Friday. Supervised program. Fee.
8:45 - 9:30 a.m. Aerobic Exercise, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Fee.
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Pool Tables, Monday through Friday. Tables available for individual and group games. Walk-ins.
9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Chair Massage - Donation
9:00 - 11:30 a.m. Watercolor, Wednesdays. Fee. Seasonal.
9:45 - 11:00 a.m. Osteoporosis Prevention, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Cost of weights and donations. Reservations.
10:00 a.m.- 11:30a.m. 3rd Wednesday of the Month, “LEGAL ADVICE” with Atty: Jennifer Heald. By Appt.
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. Blood Pressure Clinic w/ Pauline 3rd Wednesday
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon Lunch Program, Monday through Friday. 48-hr. Advanced reservations. Donation. Walk-ins.
THURSDAYS
8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Senior Social Day Program, Monday through Friday. Supervised program. Fee.
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. Zumba Class. Fee.
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Pool Tables, Monday through Friday. Tables available for individual and group games. Walk-ins.
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Food Pantry “Food for Friends” every Thursday
10:00 a.m. - 12 noon Astronomy class, 1st Thursday. Reservations.
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon Lunch Program, Monday through Friday. 48-hr. Advanced reservations. Donation.
12:30 a.m. - 2:15 p.m. Bingo for prizes. 50 cents per card. Walk-Ins
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Quilting, Thursdays. Fee.
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Drawing, Thursdays. Fee.
FRIDAYS
8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Senior Social Day Program, Monday through Friday. Supervised program. Fee.
8:45 - 9:30 a.m. Aerobic Exercise, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Fee.
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Pool Tables, Monday through Friday. Tables available for individual and group games. Walk-ins.
9:45 - 11:00 a.m. Osteoporosis Prevention, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Cost of weights and donations. Reservations.
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon Lunch Program, Monday through Friday. 48-hr. Advanced reservations. Donation.
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Tai Chi, Advanced Class, Thursdays. Fee
12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Chair Massage, 1st Friday. Walk-ins.
12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Tai Chi, Intermediate Class, Fridays. Fee.1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Tai Chi, Basics Class, Fridays. Fee.
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