July 2016 Newsletter - Riverdale Senior Services Inc.

Riverdale Senior Services
July 2016 Newsletter
MISSION STATEMENT
Riverdale Senior
Services, Inc. (RSS, Inc.)
is a multipurpose
non-profit agency
whose mission is to
promote the physical,
intellectual, social and
emotional well-being of
older adults in the
Northwest Bronx.
RSS, Inc.’s programs and
services take place at a
community facility and
are designed to
encourage and enable
seniors to continue
living independently
and with dignity.
Language Interpretation
Services Available:
(Please see Selina Ng-Social Worker for assistance.)
JULY 2016
Volume 11 Issue 7
Front Cover
1
Director’s Report
2
Art News
3
Health News
4
Movie Guide
5
Donations
6
Trips
Program Highlights
7
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2600 Netherland
Ave.
Bronx, NY 10463
Phone:
718-884-5900
Fax: 718-796-9624
www.
NEW MEMBERS:
BIRTHDAY PARTY
riverdalesenior.org
Marlys Appelton
“A Glorious Past,
Brigid Dolan
A Brighter Future”
James Frierson
Margaret Hayes
Helena Kent
Theodore B. Mc Coy
Evelyn Mc Millon
Esther Rodrigues
Muriel Rosenberg
Elizabeth Sherman
Beth Smith
Diane Wells
David Mnukhin
Mildred Jackson
Evelyn Mendez
Riddle:
Tuesday-July 26, 2016
Born in July?
Let us know no later than Wednesday, July 20
When you call to RSVP, please let us know if
anyone else will be sitting with you. If you are
planning to attend, please sign up with the office.
I am a mountain at night,
meadow at day.
What am I?
Last month's Answer:
To Get a Quarter Back
GIOVANNY @ 1:00 P.M.
You can give us the
answer during the month
of July.
Birthday Celebrants:
Suggested Donation-$1.50
Non-Birthday Celebrant
Suggested Donation—$3.00
Three Winners will be
chosen on the Day
of The Birthday
Celebration. Winners
***FRIDAY’S WEEKEND MEAL IS A VOLUNTARY CONTRIBUTION—ONLY $1.00 -TAKE ONE HOME WITH YOU.***
Please help support the center by purchasing jewelry on Tuesday s and Collectibles on Wednesdays … Located in our Lounge Area.
Volume 11 Issue 7
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The Executive Director’s Report - Julia Schwartz-Leeper, LMSW
A Note From The Executive Director
Thank you to everyone who worked so hard on our Annual Gala. Once again we were hosted
at Horace Mann and had a wonderful evening honoring Charles Moerdler and our own
Ronnie Lemanski. Our Community Partners at The Horace Mann School welcomed our
guests and despite the rainy weather provided a Spring Garden atmosphere. This fundraiser is so important
in supporting our programs and services, especially those seniors who are most in need. Many thanks to
everyone who helped organize and supported the event. Special thanks to the fabulous Gala Committee and
Betty for a great event.
We are looking forward to a fabulous summer and hope to see all of you soon.
Health report—Lisa Spinelli, r.n.
Medication Management:
As we age we may be faced with more and chronic health conditions accompanied by an
increase in doctor-prescribed medications. With an increase in medication, prescribed or
OTC, there is an increase in the chance of unwanted harmful drug interactions.
Polypharmacy (the use of multiple medications to treat a medical condition); the over
prescribing of medications and drug interactions are common and can be serious. The more you know
about your medications and the more you talk with your doctor, the easier it is to avoid problems.
Before you visit your MD:
 Make a list of questions you want to ask about your health and medications and be prepared to take
written notes.

Bring an up to date list of all the prescription and non- prescription medications you take along with
key facts about your medical history.
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If your MD prescribes medication, make sure you understand the name of the medicine, how, when
and for how long you will be taking it.
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Ask what the medicine is intended to do, and whether lab tests will be needed to monitor the
effectiveness.
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Ask how long you will be taking the medicine, and whether you should stop taking it once you feel
better. Be honest about any ways in which you are having trouble managing your medication routine-
Forgetting or skipping doses, side effects, having trouble affording your medications.

Read the information packaged with your medicine for important information and finally contact your
MD if you experience new or unexpected symptoms or side effects from your medications.

Having multiple doctors prescribing medications can lead to overprescribing and more potential drug
interaction. Make sure you bring a list of all medications. OTC drugs and supplements you take to
each new doctor you visit. Overall, compliance and open communication with your MD is crucial for
your well-being. Over medication and drug interactions are common and should be taken seriously.
P.S. Remember you can always discuss your medications with me. I cannot take the place of
your doctor but I can help you understand what medications are for and help to identify potential adverse
effects or issues.
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ART NEWS
ART & CULTURE DISCUSSION SERIES with Professor Landgraf @ 2:15 p.m.
July 1st —Impression in Social Context
July 15th—Fauvism: Constructions in Color by Matisse, Derain and Vlaminck
July 29th—Looking at Art Practice and Styles in 19th Century Europe:
An Overview and Recap.
COLORING BOOKS FOR ADULTS with Goldye Elson
Coloring Book will help you relax and unwind into the wonderful world of art.
It's great for all ages too. The best part is, when you're finished you can frame
and display your art to enjoy for years to come. Bring color pencils if you have
them.
Tuesdays & Thursdays at 1:00 p.m.—Starts July 5th
POLYMER JEWELRY - With Rochelle Aruti
Polymer clay is an incredible medium. It can be easily molded, formed
into “canes” similar to millefiori work in colored glass, woven, crocheted and made
to resemble precious stones. It does not change color or shrink during the curing
process. Come explore the possibilities. ($5.00 fee for materials)
Fridays at 1:00 p.m.—Starts July 8th
SCULPTURE with Rochelle Aruti
Come in and start carving, molding and producing your own piece
three dimensional form of artwork. ($5.00 fee for materials)
Friday at 10:00 a.m.
WATERCOLOR with Judith Rosenthal
Painting relieves anxiety and promotes good time.
Come to our Watercolor Class and share your feelings through Art.
Thursday at 10:00 a.m.
The Magic and Mystery of Summer Solstice in Painting with Jean Messner
Explore the light of Summer. Summer Solstice is a magical day of endless light.
We will explore painting light as well as depicting the heat of summer days.
Think of beaches and water and imagine the possibilities. No skill required.
Just bring your imagination!. ($5.00 fee for materials)
Wednesday at 10:00a.m.—Starts July 6th.
CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS!
Still looking for:
 Lunch Set-Up and Servers
 Volunteer with Computer experience
 Special program Flyer Promotion
 Garden Project
 Greeter
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HEALTH NEWS
Health Benefits of Crocheting and Knitting
Need a reason to craft more? Or to tell your family when they ask about the hours you spend
making scarves? Crocheting and knitting are good for you!
Benefits of crocheting and knitting include

Reduced stress
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Better ability to cope with illness (physical or mental)

Decreased risk of cognitive impairment as you age
But why do knitting and crocheting help?
Relaxed, repetitive motions such as the ones used in crochet and knitting can help calm down the
body and the brain. Have you ever come home and sat down to work on your current project after a
bad day? Not only does working on something you enjoy help, but the actual motions involved
assist in creating a better mood. Our blogger Kathryn Vercillo has gathered many stories of how
crafting can help people through illnesses here on her blog. She also shares her own story of
crocheting through depression.
Knitting and crochet also help with fine motor skills and keeping your fingers and hands feeling
good as you age. Additionally, all patterns involve some aspects of math, keeping your mind sharp
and letting you practice math skills. Seeing how math operates in the "real world" is especially
helpful for kids: they can see concrete examples of the skills they are learning in the classroom.
Crocheting and knitting are often done in groups, either formally or informally. Whether you take a
class, have a regular monthly guild meeting, or just get together with your friends every once in a
while to chat and work on projects, chances are you have first-hand experience with how well
knitting and crocheting go together with social activities. Being among friends can help combat
loneliness and isolation, which can contribute to health problems.
Schools and prisons are very different institutions, but there is a trend in them for crocheting and
knitting groups. Social skills are worked on in both groups, and the calming effects of crafts can be
especially useful. Schoolchildren practice following instructions and using math in everyday
situations. Prisoners often work on projects for charities, such as hats for the needy, or blankets for
animal shelters.
How has crafting helped your health? Share your stories on social media with the hashtag
#redheartyarns.
Join the Knitting Group on Thursdays at 10:00 a.m.
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Movie guide
July 6-The Race
As a student and athlete in Depression-era America, Jesse Owens bears the weight of family expectations, racial tension at college, and his own high standards for competition. At Ohio State
University, Jesse finds a savvy coach and stalwart friend in Larry Snyder, who is unafraid to push
the young man to his limits. Bolstered by the love and support of Ruth Solomon, with whom he
has a young daughter, Jesse’s success in intercollegiate competitions earns him a place on the
U.S. Olympics team, if there is to be a team going to the 1936 Olympics at all. The American
Olympics committee weighs a boycott in protest against Hitler with committee president Jeremiah Mahoney
and millionaire industrialist Avery Brundage
debating the issue. Once Brundage prevails with the committee and U.S. participation is confirmed, Jesse
enters a new racial and political minefield after he arrives in Berlin with his fellow athletes.
July 13-I Saw The Light(Hank Williams)
Iconic, tormented singer-songwriter Hank Williams emerged from the local Alabama
music scene after World War II. His wife Audrey was desperate to sing by his side despite being
of lesser talent, which fueled an extremely turbulent home life. But Williams' ability to write
songs covering a wide range of emotions, using his own personal troubles as inspiration, became
the essence of country music. In the end, he realized his dreams: hit records, a place on Nashville's prestigious stage and radio show the Grand Ole Opry and even guest spots on the thennew medium of TV.
July 20-Eddie the Eagle
Michael "Eddie" Edwards was an unlikely but courageous British ski-jumper who never stopped
believing in himself – even as an entire nation was counting him out. With the help of a rebellious and charismatic coach, Eddie takes on the establishment and wins the hearts of sports fans
around the world by making an improbable and historic showing at the 1988 Calgary Winter
Olympics.
July 27-My Greek Fat Wedding II
Sixteen years after Toula Portokalos and Ian Miller get married in a wild Greek wedding, Toula
still working in her parents’ Greek restaurant, and Ian strive to raise their rebellious teenage
daughter, Paris, who is graduating from high school. Toula and Ian are also dealing with marital
issues of their own. The whole Portokalos clan is brought together again when the elder
Portokalos discover that the Priest never signed their wedding certificate from decades ago and
so they must plan an even bigger and "Greeker" wedding.
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June donations
Contributions can be made to say a special thank you or to honor a friend or loved one. Riverdale Senior Services, Inc. will inform the designated family of your thoughtfulness and generosity. In addition, donations can be made for commemorative plaques on our Tree of Life
which is prominently displayed at our Center. Donation forms are available in the office.
Knitting Group—To Steven Bloom & Family—In Memory of Gloria Bloom.
Amoree Beckman—To Alvin Shatkin—Thanks for the house call to recover my optonline
e-mail that Outlook.com messed up.
Joseph Buchalter—To Alvin—Thanks for telephone support with my computer printer
problem.
Andy & Ann Marie Carney—To Dr. Daniel Roger—In Memory of your Mother Camilla
Roger.
John & Margaret Fitzgerald—To Ignatius Daniel Roger—In Memory of Camilla Roger.
Georgette Heinisch—To Freda Stanton—Welcome back, Freda Stanton. We Missed You.
Jackie Jones—To Alvin—”Thank You” Very much Alvin for updating and trouble shooting my
Computer!!
Freida Natt—To Steve Bloom—In Memory of your mother Gloria Bloom.
Freida Natt—To The Family of Mary O’Connor—In Memory of Mary O’Connor.
Stuart Olsen— To: Sheila Rhodes—All the best—Thank you, I’ll miss you,. For your compassion
To: Selina Ng—Appreciate your caring and kindness. You Ladies always came through for me.
Roger Family—To John, Peter & Friends of Camilla at ADAP—How very fortunate the entire Roger
Family has been to be blessed with such caring and thoughtful individuals to Assist us down such
an unfamiliar path. Much gratitude for all you did for Camilla and us.
Melvin & Anita Seidel—To RSS—We wish you all the best in the future.
Blanche Schustach—To RSS—Blanche Schustack of Creative Writing Group. Thanks to our
Group for its creative writing and family spirit. Congratulations to Arthur Stern who became 103.
Great health to his wife Edith Stern.
Shirley Small—To Alvin—Thanks for the house call to setup my new multifunction printer/copier/fax
via wifi and installing the software in my Vista computer.
Sr. Kathleen Sullivan—To Alvin— Once again, Alvin to the rescue! Thanks for all your help with
my laptop.
Kathleen Sullivan—To Alvin—Alvin, you’re the best! Thanks for straightening out the kinks in my
laptop.
“Where there’s a will, you can have your way” Leave a legacy….
By including Riverdale Senior Services in your Will, you can help assure the future of the Riverdale Senior Services.
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July & august trip guide
July 2016
Wednesday, July 6……..Botanical Gardens, Bronx, NY…… ….Leaving 1:00pm—Returning 3:00pm
Friday, July 8……………Orchard Beach, Bronx, NY……………..Leaving 11:30am— Returning 2:15pm
Tuesday, July 12………..Wavehill, Bronx, NY……………………..Leaving 1:00pm—Returning 3:00pm
Wednesday, July 13…….Hudson River Museum…………………Leaving 12:20pm—Returning 3:00pm
Friday, July 15…………..Pizza Beat Rest.- Yonkers, NY………….Leaving 11:30am— Returning 2:15pm
Monday, July 18………...Stew Leonards’/Costco………………...Leaving 11:30am—Returning 2:15pm
Wednesday, July 20…….Botanical Gardens, Bronx, NY………..Leaving 1:00pm—Returning 3:00pm
Thursday, July 21……….Sands Casino, Bethlehem, PA………..Leaving 9:00am—Returning 7:00pm
Friday, July 22…………..Lobster Box, City Island, NY-………….Leaving 11:30am—Returning 2:15pm
Monday, July 25………...Empire Casino, Yonkers, NY…………..Leaving 11:30am—Returning 2:15pm
Wednesday, July 27……Bay Plaza Mall, Bronx, NY……………..Leaving 11:30pm—Returning 2:15pm
Friday, July 29…………..Alexander Hamilton House, NY……….Leaving 10:00am—Returning 12:30pm
On or after July 1, please pay in the office. Thank you for your cooperation.
August 2016
Wednesday, August 10….Botanical Gardens, Bronx, NY………Leaving 1:00pm—Returning 3:00pm
Monday, August 15……...Shopping @ Arthur Ave. or Lunch @ Emilia’s Rest., Arthur Ave………….
Leaving 11:30am Returning 2:30pm
Tuesday, August 16……...Wavehill, Bronx, NY……………………Leaving 1:00pm—Returning 3:00pm
Wednesday, August 17….Yiddish Exhibit @ Museum of City of NY——More Information to Follow
Friday, August 19………...Johnnie’s Reef, City Island, NY………Leaving 11:30am Returning 2:15pm
Wednesday, August 24…..Cross County Mall……………………..Leaving 11:30am Returning 2:45pm
Friday, August 26………….African Burial Grounds, New York City, NY—More Information to Follow
Wednesday, August 31…...Empire City Casino…………………...Leaving 11:30am Returning 2:15pm
On or after August 1, please pay in the office. Thank you for your cooperation.
Please make reservations early. Minimum of eight people needed.
****TRIPS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE****
If there is not enough interest, the trip will be cancelled or rescheduled.
If the trip is cancelled for any reason you will be notified and any funds returned.
RSS is Funded
in part by the
NYC Department
for the Aging
COMPUTER Lab Information
Just a reminder that our computer lab is open for your use 9:00AM-4:30PM. We hope that you are
enjoying it and taking advantage of the new equipment. If you are not...take the time to explore. The lab is equipped
with touch screen monitors for your convenience. If you have any training needs or requests
regarding the lab please let us know by dropping a suggestion in the Suggestion Box at the lunch sign-up desk.
Please note: No food, coats or bags are allowed in the Lab.
Please be advised that on certain special events/performances we will close the lab for 1-2 hours.
The primary reason is for SAFETY. We will be using the area in front of the lab, making the passage
to and from the lab impossible to navigate. Thank you for your cooperation.
LAB WILL BE CLOSED JULY 26 - FROM 1 TO 2 P.M.
Please help support the center by purchasing jewelry on Tuesday s and Collectibles on Wednesdays … Located in our Lounge Area.
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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS JULY
Friday, July 1
1:00
Ice Cream on the Terrace
2:15
Art & Culture Discussion Series:
Impression in Social Context.
Monday, July 4
CENTER CLOSED
Tuesday, July 5
10:00
RSS Walking Club
1:00
Coloring Books for Adults
1:00
Mindful Movement
Wednesday, July 6
10:00 Art Class: Summer Solstice in Painting w/Jean**
1;00
Summer Trip: Botanical Gardens
1:00
Movie: The Race
Thursday, July 7
1:00
Coloring Books for Adults
Friday, July 8
11:30 Trip: Orchard Beach**
1:00
Polymer Jewelry Class
3:15
Mickey Rooney in: “Hoosier Schoolboy”
Monday, July 11
1:00 Social Action Group
1:00 Presentation:
The Potential for Disease Modifying Therapy in
Alzheimer’s Disease—Betina Idnay, Research
Nurse Columbia University Medical Center
Tuesday, July 12
1:00
Summer Trip: Wave Hill**
1:00
Mindful Movement
1:00
Coloring Books for Adults
2:00
Ice Cream Watermelon on the Terrace
Wednesday, July 13
9:00
Breakfast Club
10:00 Art Class: Summer Solstice in Painting w/Jean**
12:20 Trip: Hudson River Museum**
1:00 Movie: I Saw The Light (Hank Williams)
Monday, July 18
11:30
Trip: Stew Leonards/Costco
Tuesday, July 19
11:00 Trip Committee Meeting
1:00
Coloring Books for Adults
1:00
Mindful Movement
1:00
Menu Committee Meeting
Wednesday, July 20
10:00 Art Class: Summer Solstice in Painting w/Jean**
1:00
Summer Trip: Botanical Gardens**
1:00
Movie: Eddie the Eagle
Thursday, July 21
9:00
Trip: Sands Casino**
1:00
Short Stories: Presents: (DVD)
Hello Shakespeare
1:00
Coloring Books for Adults
Friday, July 22
11:30 Trip: Lobster Box**
1:00
Polymer Jewelry Class
2:00
Ice Cream & Ice Tea on the Terrace
2:15
Sing-a-Long with Seth
3:15
Mickey Rooney in: “The Big Wheel”
Monday, July 25
11:30 Trip: Empire City Casino
1:00
Holocaust Group
Tuesday, July 26
11:00
Reading Hour
1:00
Birthday Celebration with GIOVANNY**
Wednesday, July 27
9:00 Breakfast Club
10:00 Art Class: Summer Solstice in Painting w/Jean**
11:30 Trip: Bay Plaza Mall**
1:00 Movie: My Greek Fat Wedding II
Thursday, July 28
1:00
American Authors: (Discussion)
Summer Crossing by Truman Capote
1:00
Coloring Books for Adults
Thursday, July 14
Friday, July 29
1:00
Hearing Solutions: with Justin S. Golub, MD
10:00 Trip: Alexander Hamilton House**
1:00
Coloring Books for Adults
Polymer Jewelry Class
5:00
Volunteer Recognition Dinner-(Invitation Only) 1:00
2:15
Art & Culture Series:
Looking at Art Practice and Styles in 19th Century
Friday, July 15
Europe: An Overview and Recap.
11:30 Trip: Pizza Beat Restaurant**
3:15
Mickey
Rooney in: “Quicksand”
1:00
Polymer Jewelry Class
2:15
3:15
Art & Culture Discussion Series:
Fauvism: Constructions in Color by Matisse,
Derain and VlaminckLes
Mickey Rooney in: “Love Laughs at Andy Hardy”
ACTIVITY (**) REQUIRES PRIOR REGISTRATION
(Yoga for Dance –Now called Mindful Movement)
ACTIVITY (**) REQUIRES PRIOR REGISTRATION
For more information or to register call : 718-884-5900