Services Now for Adult Persons, Inc.

Services Now for Adult Persons, Inc.
80-45 WINCHESTER BLVD.
BLDG. #4, CBU #29
QUEENS VILLAGE, N.Y. 11427
718-454-2100
www.snapqueens.org
CENTER DIRECTOR
NINA BHOLA
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER/PRESIDENT
PAOLA MICELI, MPA
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
MARIAN LEWEK, LMSW
EXECUTIVE BOARD CHAIR
CHRIS PANELLINO
SNAP OF EASTERN QUEENS
INNOVATIVE SENIOR CENTER
NEWSLETTER
MAY 2016
♡ SPEAKING FROM THE HEART ♡
May is such an exquisitely beautiful time of year. It quietly ushers in a world busy with the
process of coming alive again. It is a time for unearthing new discoveries, reawakening
dormant desires, rekindling forgotten memories and rediscovering our potential to feel the
many textured grains of life pass through our fingertips. Under a brilliant blue sky the grass
is sprouting shiny new green shoots, flowers are bursting with vibrant color and delicate
fragrance, birds are singing joyful songs of desire and delight, and baby animals are taking their first
tentative steps out into the world. Neighborhoods welcome the noise and confusion of children at play,
couples strolling hand in hand, and senior adults leisurely walking down streets alive with memories....
May is a celebration of life.
We have an opportunity to embrace each new day that presents itself before us. As each morning unfolds
around us, we are presented with a smorgasbord of choices and options from which to sink our fingers and
toes into. With our eyes wide open, we can observe the beauty of life... in a child’s tender and delightful
discoveries of her new capabilities; in the beautiful and gentle display of birth and growth that Mother
Nature carefully exhibits; and in our own capacity to dream, reach for and learn new ideas about the world
and ourselves. We can see, learn and engage in the beauty of life.... as we breathe deeply, we can take in
the sense of wonder that being and active participant in the process of life brings.
Take a slow deep breath of the fresh May air. Feel your lungs expand with the sense of well being and the
power to look forward with hope and optimism. You have a remarkable capacity to overcome the
difficulties, stresses and changes that accompany a life with people. With spirit and determination you
seek out opportunities to enrich, stimulate and soothe your mind, body and soul. You find areas of
commonality and connect along lines of mutual interest. When you isolate, your sadness grows. When
you take a knowing step towards a friend, and join hands in search of a more meaningful tomorrow, you
will unlock the possibilities for feeling satisfaction and pleasure. With every beat of your heart you have a
new chance to feel, to reach out, and to be touched by the miracle of life...Keep a welcome space open in
your heart to celebrate - to take in all that is truly meaningful and real - and enjoy!!
With love, Marian
A NOT FOR PROFIT AGENCY FUNDED UNDER CONTRACT WITH THE NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT FOR THE AGING AS PART OF THE OLDER AMERICANS ACT PROGRAM,
ADMINISTERED BY THE NEW YORK STATE OFFICE FOR THE AGING
SENIOR CENTER LUNCHEON MENU – MAY 2016
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
2
Salmon Cakes
Mashed Potatoes
California Blend
3
Swedish
Meatballs
Bowtie Noodles
Mixed
Vegetables
4
Turkey Burger
Sweet Potato
Fries
Green Beans
5
Chicken Fajitas
Spanish Rice
Broccoli
6
Pot Roast
Baked Potatoes
Baby Carrots
9
Chicken Marsala
Brown Rice Pilaf
Brussel Sprouts
10
Vegetarian
Baked Ziti
Winter Blend
Veg.
11
Oven Fried Fish
Egg Barley with
Mushrooms
Collard Greens
< --- Mushroom
Barley Soup
with Turkey
16
Turkey Meatloaf
Baked Potatoes
Peas and Carrots
17
Chicken
Cacciatore
Penne
Italian Blend
18
Pork Chops
Baked Macaroni
and Cheese
Collard Greens
< ---Chicken
< ----Minestrone
23
Salisbury Steak
Brown Rice Pilaf
Kale
< ---Split Pea
30
Noodle Soup
Soup with
with Breaded Fish
Vegetable
24
Turkey Breast
Mashed Sweet
Potatoes
Green Beans
25
Soup /Middle
Eastern Sandwich
31
Chicken
Note
Parmigiana
Spaghetti
California
Blend
<--
Beef Stew
Egg Noodles
Broccoli
Fillet on a
Kaiser Roll ---->
12
Pot Roast
Mashed
Potatoes
Peas and
Carrots
13
Stuffed Shells
Spinach Kugel
Garden Salad
Breast
Sandwich ---- >
19
Baked Fish
Almandine
Roasted
Potatoes
Creamed
Spinach
20
Orange Glazed
Chicken
Brown Rice
Oriental Blend
26
Chicken Piccata
Orzo w/ Veg.
Peas and
Carrots
27
Pineapple Salmon
Mashed
Potatoes
Broccoli
Pizza Bagel
(Pita w/Hummus
--------- >
& Vegetables)- >
Lentil Soup
with Tuna Fish
Salad Sandwich ------- >
Lunch is served from 12:00 – 1:00 Mon., Tues., and Wed. and
from 12:30 – 1:30 Thurs., & Fri.The Suggested Donation is $2.50. Your support helps
sustain our program! Menus are subject to change without notice.
Thank you.
Luncheon Options
During May you may choose from the suggested luncheon menu or the optional
Soup and Sandwich menu. Each soup and sandwich lunch will consist of:
Vitamin C enriched Juice
Soup of the Day with Crackers
Sandwich of the Day
Potato Chips
Three Bean Salad, Cole Slaw or Potato Salad
Fruit Dessert
1% Milk
The soup and sandwich options for this month are:
May 2 – 6
Chicken Noodle Soup & Breaded Fish Fillet with Tartar Sauce on a
Kaiser Roll
May 9- 13
Mushroom Barley Soup & Turkey Breast Sandwich
May 16 – 20 Minestrone Soup & Vegetable Pizza Bagel
May 23– 27
Split Pea Soup & Middle Eastern Pita Sandwich (Pita filled with
hummus, spinach leaves, tomato, red onion, cucumber)
May 31
Lentil Soup with Tuna Fish Salad Sandwich
STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL – May is National Strawberry Month
Enjoy a different strawberry dessert at SNAP on the following days:
Friday, May 6………………………………Strawberry Shortcake
Thursday, May 12……………….Strawberry Snack Bar
Wednesday, May 18………………….Strawberry Ice Cream Cup
Monday, May 23………………….Strawberry Cream Pie
Tuesday, May 31……………….Strawberries with Whipped Topping
SPECIAL EVENTS TO CELEBRATE TOGETHER IN MAY 2016
Thursday, May 5– Let’s celebrate Cinco de Mayo
Bring your maracas and sombreros and let’s celebrate Cinco de Mayo together. Let us all
enjoy a full day of delight!
8:30 – Breakfast
Orange Juice
Corn Muffin or Kaiser Roll with
Margarine and Jelly
Strawberry/Banana Yogurt
Coffee or Tea
12:00 – Lunch
1:30 – Dessert
Pineapple Juice
Corn Chowder with Crackers
Chicken Fajitas
Spanish Rice Medley
Broccoli Florets
Rice Pudding
Vanilla Ice Cream with warm Apple Cobbler
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Friday, May 6 – Mother’s Day Celebration
Let’s honor all mothers at a Mother’s Day celebration at SNAP. A $4.00 contribution
entitles you to a day full of pleasure!
8:30 Breakfast
Orange Juice
Croissants, Danish, Muffins, Bagels
Margarine, Cream Cheese, Peanut Butter, Jelly
Banana
Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate
12:30 Lunch
1:30 Dessert
Pot Roast
Baked Potato
Whole Baby Carrots
Strawberry Shortcake
Brownie and Ice Cream
Coffee or Tea
May we enjoy one another’s company and reminisce about the lessons that we learned
from our own mothers and the experiences that we have had in our lifetime as mothers,
grandmothers and great-grandmothers.
News Around SNAP
Congratulations to Kenneth Morrissey for being honored by the Queens Interagency
Council on Aging (QICA) as a volunteer who has demonstrated a strong commitment to
SNAP. On April 20th, Ken was recognized as an exemplary volunteer at QICA’s Salute to
Senior Service Volunteers.
Ken has volunteered at SNAP for over nine years. On Tuesdays you will find him in the
Computer Lab demonstrating how to efficiently and effectively navigate the computer.
His smooth easy going style draws seniors into the Computer Room because Ken creates
an atmosphere of learning and comfort.
Thank you, Ken. SNAP is so very proud of you and appreciative of your devotion to The SNAP of
Eastern Queens Innovative Senior Center!!!
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Older Americans Month 2016
BLAZE A TRAIL
Each May, the nation celebrates Older Americans Month to recognize older Americans for
their contributions and provide them with information to help them stay healthy and active.
This year the theme, “Blaze a Trail”, emphasizes the ways older adults are reinventing
themselves through new work and passions to blaze a trail of positive impact on the lives of
people of all ages.
On Tuesday, May 24, 2016 SNAP of Eastern Queens Innovative Senior Center and SNAP
Brookville Neighborhood Senior Center will join together for the second annual Walk in
celebration of Older Americans Month. Let’s get out together in the fresh air and take a
walk around the park. Sign up with your senior center director before May 17th
Join us on Tuesday, May 24th
1:30
“Blaze a Trail” Walk
Cunningham Park
Transportation provided
Prizes & Refreshments!!
Mother’s Day Events - May 2016
Special Activities in Honor of Mom
Mothers and Daughters (and everyone else) are invited for tasty
morning treats throughout the month. Share some special times
together. Enjoy the company of those people who are most important
in your life.
Monday, May 9
8:30 – 10:00
“Breakfast-in-Bed”
($2.oo contribution)
Bagels or Kaiser Rolls with Cream Cheese & Jelly
Assorted Yogurts
Assorted Pastries
Coffee & Tea
Tuesday, May 17
9:30 – 10:30
Morning Happy Hour
($2.00 contribution)
Assorted Muffins
Cheese & Crackers
Grapes
Coffee & Tea
Thursday, May 26
10:00 – 11:00
Donuts and Coffee Hour
($1.00 contribution)
Assorted Donuts
Coffee & Tea
SPECIAL EVENTS IN MAY 2016
BREAKFAST WITH FRIENDS
Enjoy a hearty breakfast and leisurely conversation with your
friends on Wednesday,
May 4th beginning at 9:00.
The breakfast menu will consist of:
Scrambled Eggs with Vegetables, , Hash Brown Potatoes, Turkey
Bacon, Assorted Bagels or Rolls with Lox, Margarine, Cream Cheese &
Jelly, Banana, Assorted Pastry, Coffee or Tea
($2.50 contribution for breakfast only)
($4.50 contribution for breakfast and lunch)
Join us for this complete and nourishing breakfast while we talk together about
Older Americans Month and what it means to “Blaze a Trail”.
DIVERSITY DAY
Let’s come together on Thursday, May 19th to
learn and celebrate Cinco De Mayo. We will
learn the history of that time and enjoy some
Mexican food as we share stories about our own
battles against overwhelming odds.
HAPPY HOUR
It’s SNAP’s famous Friday afternoon Happy Hour – Friday, May 20, 2016 between 1:30
– 3:00!!!
You will enjoy the spirited and musical entertainment of Sweet
Lorraine. Snack on a wide assortment of chips and
nibbles…..enjoy the company of your friends in the happy
comfort of SNAP. Don’t miss this once a month most pleasurable experience…….
($2.00 contribution for a not to be missed experience).
BIRTHDAY PARTY
Happy Birthday to you…Happy Birthday to you…Happy Birthday,
Happy Birthday, Happy Birthday to you!!! Celebrate your birthday
with SNAP and share in the festivities of the day at our monthly
birthday party on Tuesday May 31 , 201 6.
Music will be provided by Russell for your listening and dancing
pleasure. Birthday cake and ice cream will be served after a
delicious lunch ofChicken Parmigiana
Whole Wheat Spaghetti
California Blend Vegetables
If you have a May birthday, please remember to sign your name to receive a small
gift and to be recognized at the party. Let us all celebrate together with joy and
delight!
The New York City Council has made a small
amount of funding available for take - home
meals from the senior center. SNAP is very
fortunate to be able to offer you a weekend take
- home meal every Friday. Stay healthy……. eat
a delicious SNAP meal cooked fresh.
During May the following meals will be offered:
Friday, May 6 – Pot Roast
Friday, May 13– Stuffed Shells with Cheese
Friday, May 20 – Orange Glazed Chicken
Friday, May 27– Pineapple Glazed Salmon
Please avail yourself of this healthy opportunity to enjoy a nutritious meal
during these early spring days. As always, we look forward to hearing your
feedback and comments on this important service.
SNAP OF EASTERN QUEENS INNOVATIVE SENIOR CENTER TRIPS
FOR ALL TRIPS LISTED BELOW, PLEASE SEE SHERRY ROBINSON
Tues., May 10
Tues., May 24
Fri., June 10
Wed., June 22
Tues., July 12
Thurs., July 21
Sight & Sound to see “Samson” - $105.00
The Brownstone “Give My Regards to Broadway” - $73.00 p.p.
Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, Hampton, NJ – “Jukebox Heroes” - $85.00 p.p.
Empire City Casino, Yonkers, NY - $35.00 p.p.
Pines Dinner Theatre, Allentown, Pa. – “Singing in the Rain” - $76.00 p.p.
Registration begins 5/17/16
Resorts Casino, Atlantic City, NJ - $45.00 p.p. Registration begins 5/31/16
SNAP OF EASTERN QUEENS INNOVATIVE SENIOR CENTER
CULTURAL EXCURSIONS
FOR ALL TRIPS LISTED BELOW, PLEASE SEE ROCHELLE WALSH
Wed., May 25
Tues., June 7
Thurs., July 7
Culinary Institute of America - $90.00 p.p. – Spend the day on the campus of Hyde
Park’s world famous Culinary Institute of America. Enjoy a student led tour of the
kitchen, followed by an expertly prepared 3 course lunch at “The American Bounty
Restaurant”. Leave some time for the bookstore and some souvenirs before
heading back to the bus. Seats are limited. Trip includes: Coach bus, guided tour
of the institute, 3 course lunch and gratuities.
Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island trip - $20.00 p.p. Come trace your heritage at Ellis
Island and enjoy the beauty of Lady Liberty. Includes transportation, ferry ticket,
admission to both island exhibits and box lunch.
911 Museum and Memorial Pool - $65.00p.p. – Pay a tribute to those that are lost
but not forgotten. Price includes box meal, transportation, admission to the
museum, & guided tour. Once tour is finished you can finish seeing the museum on
your own and then onto the Memorial pool. Make sure to check out the gift shop
before the memorial pool. Seats are limited.
Please watch for dates for the baseball games. It’s the season to root on our New York Mets/ New York
Yankees.
Please tell us what types of trips and outings you are interested in going on.
SNAP can provide local trips with our SNAP vans to the movies, shopping or cultural outings to museums,
zoos, or gardens. Let’s hop on the van for a day of adventure.
Coach buses can take you on trips that broaden your world through the sights, sounds and tastes that
New York and the surrounding area offers. Where do YOU want to go?
Let us hear your thoughts………………..
Attorney William J. Corbett
Elder Law
Wills
Trusts
Estates
Real Estate
FREE CONSULTATION
SNAP – Frequent Law Day Lecturer
2015 White House Conference on Aging
National Association of Elder Law Attorneys
Elder Law Section – New York State Bar Association
Elder Law Committee – Nassau County Bar Association
Estates – Trusts Committee – Nassau County Bar Association
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Fordam Law School & Hobart College
Floral Park Acting Village Justice – Retired
Former Nassau County Assistant District Attorney
US Air Force Reserve Captain – Retired
American Legion – Past Commander
Married – 3 Children, 4 Grandchildren & Lifelong Local Resident
113 South Tyson Ave. (Corner Tulip Ave.), Floral Park, NY (Across from Railroad Station)
Phone: (516)775-6849; email: [email protected]
SNAP SAYS THANK YOU
SUPPORT GROUPS AT SNAP
SNAP is pleased to offer several
support groups for the senior
community. Recognizing the
importance of having a safe,
comfortable and confidential space to
share your thoughts and feelings, SNAP
offers the following groups:
• Women’s Discussion Group
Wednesdays, 11:00
• Caregiver Spouses Support Group
1st Wednesday of Month 10:30
• Alert and Alive
3rd Monday of Month, 10:00
• Beyond the Barriers – Tuesday,
10:00
Senior Center Director’s Message
This space is reserved for those people wishing to give
their warmest and most sincere thanks to their friends,
family members or anyone you care about. Perhaps you
would like to wish someone a special birthday or thank
them for a thoughtful gesture.
For a donation to SNAP, tell us what you’d like to say.
Please see Peggy or Nina with your submission. Your
generous cash donation helps to maintain and enhance
our senior center.
PLEASE REMEMBER SNAP
IN YOUR WILL OR TRUST
There are many ways to give to charity and good
causes. Bequests can serve as a memorial to honor the
memory of a loved one, or establish a fund for a
particular aspect of SNAP. Bequests are often a final
communication one has with descendants, a way of
demonstrating your values and setting an example for
your heirs.
A planned gift or bequest to SNAP helps you to
determine your legacy in a truly meaningful way and
have a profound impact on the future of the
organization. Please remember SNAP so that we can
continue to provide important services to others in our
community.
If you have any questions, you may call
Ronald J. Schwartz, Elder Law Attorney at
718-347-6100.
I recently read an article titled “Seven Awesome Things about Getting Old”. It was interesting as I
continued to read and I realized that getting older truly means getting better. But only if you are
able to learn from your experiences and be at peace with the decisions you have made. Never
second guessing yourself and being secure with the person you have grown to be. These 7 awesome
things only come to people who are confident with their lives and have mastered the art of living and
learning.
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5.
You know who you are. You finally stop caring what other people think of you.
You get rid of the vampires. Those are the people who sucked you dry and gave nothing back.
You make peace with yourself. You forgive yourself your imperfections and you move on.
You no longer care about being cool. Very few people are…And it’s ok.
You stop doing things to impress others. You now do things to fulfill yourself. When you try
something new you enjoy the experience, as opposed to being embarrassed because you
think you are “no good”.
6. You’re still growing, but it’s on the inside now. You recognize the profound value in things.
You deeply cherish time with your friends and you feel gratitude.
7. The trio of should/could/ would. Should I have? Could I have? Would I have? They are
replaced by “I can and I will. Then again, maybe I won’t”
“You finally know the truth. You’re not a victim of life. You are life, and you only get one. So
you Live large.” -Jane Watson
Warmest Regards
– Nina Bhola
We Help Preserve, Transfer & Manage
Your Assets, No Matter What Your Age
Comprehensive Services for the Elderly and Their Families
New York
Florida Bar
Member of Nat’l Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
Past Vice Chairman of Queens County Bar Assn. Elder Law Committee
Author of Law & Aging: Essentials of Elder Law
Former Special Adjunct Professor Brooklyn Law School
& St. John’s University
Former N.Y.C. Assistant Corporation Counsel
Former N.Y.C. Administrative Law Judge
 Medicare/Medicaid Matters
 Asset Preservation & Transfers
 Assisted Living & Nursing Home Placement
 Geriatric Care Management
 Supplemental Needs Trusts
 Health Care Proxies * Living Wills
 Powers of Attorney
 Wills, Trusts, Estate Planning & Probate
 Financial Planning
 Home Visits
RONALD J. SCHWARTZ, J.D., L.L.M., P.C.
Dedicated To The Needs Of The Elderly For
Almost 50 Years
718-347-6100
www.sageonage.com
246-16 Union Turnpike, Bellerose
(Off The Cross Island Parkway)
“It’s Never Too Soon to Start Planning.” “Save Time and Money.”
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A MESSAGE FROM THE ADVISORY BOARD
At the board meeting held on April 18th, we discussed our hopes for the completion of the new building. Our
director, Paola Miceli was kind enough to come to the meeting to address our questions. With her connection
to the politicians in the county she managed to get quite a financial boost so that we no longer need $950,000
but $250,000 to complete the work. Her hope is that we are into the new building before the end of the year.
We spoke about the jewelry sale on May 2nd in time for Mother’s Day. The jewelry class will go 50-50 with
SNAP at this sale. All jewelry and knick-knack donations are gratefully accepted for the sale. Please see
Carole or Andrea.
We are also in the process of arranging a Craft Sale/Flea Market event on a Saturday in June to be held
indoors at SNAP to make money for the New Building Fund. Tables will be open to outdoor vendors as well
as SNAP members for $25 each. You can sell your own items for profit and enjoy the day with friends and
neighbors or you can shop at our visiting vendors. Nina Bhola and myself are working with the Fundraising
Committee to make this a success.
The question regarding members being asked to move from a table they have chosen to sit at has come up
again. This will be discussed at length at the open board meeting on May 16th at 10am. You are all aware of
the rules but we will refresh everyone’s memory at that time. Please have your questions and concerns ready
to discuss at the meeting. Nina Bhola and the entire board are ready and willing to answer you.
Thank you in advance for your participation, these meetings give you a chance to voice your opinions and
complaints.
Carole Vahey, President
SNAP OF EASTERN QUEENS INNOVATIVE SENIOR CENTER
UPCOMING EVENTS IN MAY 2016
Mon., May 2
9:00 Jewelry Sale
Tues., May 3
9:00 AARP Defensive Driving Course
Wed., May 4
9:00 Breakfast with Friends: Enjoy a hearty breakfast and conversation with
friends for $2.50 or you can have a SNAP breakfast and lunch combo for only $4.50
Thurs., May 5
11:00 Holocaust Remembrance Day – Memorial presentation by Deidre Broner
12:30 Cinco de Mayo Celebration (Breakfast, Luncheon and Dessert)
Fri., May 6
9:00 Mother’s Day Celebration (Breakfast, Lunch, Dessert - $4.00 contribution)
1:00 SNAP’s Friday Afternoon Snack and a Movie ($2.00 pp) Viewer’s choice
- “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas” or “Schindler’s List”
Tues., May 10
Trip to Sight and Sound Theatre, Strasburg, PA to see “Samson”
Wed., May 11
10:00 Haircuts with Marilyn
Fri., May 13
10:00 Microwave Cooking Made Easy
Tues., May 17
10:00 The Apple Store of Manhasset will be here to demonstrate
some of the key features of their most popular device…the iPad
Thurs., May 19
11:00 Diversity Workshop- Let’s learn together about Mexican Heritage and
sample some tasty desserts
Fri. May 20
1:30 SNAP’s Friday Afternoon Happy Hour - $2.00 p.p. – Enjoy an afternoon of
snacks and drinks while listening to great music and dancing with friends. Music
provided by Sweet Lorraine ($2.00 pp)
Mon., May 23
9:45 Advisory Board Meeting
Tues., May 24
Trip to The Brownstone – Ace in the Hole, Paterson, NJ to see “Give My Regards
to Broadway”
10:00 Haircuts by Marilyn
1:30 “Blaze a Trail” Walk in Cunningham Park (SNAP transportation provided)
Refreshments upon return to SNAP
Wed., May 25
Trip to the Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, NY for gourmet treats
Thurs., May 26
9:30 Metro Bus
10:00 SNAP’s Annual Health Expo
Tues., May 31
10:30 Birthday Party with music provided by Russell. Come and celebrate your
birthday with us here at SNAP! Birthday cake and ice cream will be
served to everyone after lunch.
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