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New Beginning
Volume 24, Issue 4 July—
July—august 2011
A publication of the St. Mary’s County Department of Aging
We Celebrate
Independence...
JulyJuly-august 2011
In This Issue…
New Partnership Agreements
A new state program offers partnerships for long term
care insurance that may work for you…..………….page 4
Accessing Services for Optimal Independence
A survey of resources available to you to help you stay
independent…………. ……………………..………..page 6
Focus on Fitness With “Green Exercise”
Enhance your fitness program with the benefits of outdoor
exercise and many other green activities………...…..page 8
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Free Radicals Wreak Havoc...
Donna Taggert tells you what to eat to defend yourself from
these nasties...……………………………….….......page 11
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day...
Local and State law enforcement officers were recognized
and respect was paid to those who have given their lives in
service to the community…….…..…………...pages 18-19
2011
New Beginning
From the Director’s Desk...
By Lori Jennings-Harris, Director, Department of Aging
Celebrating Independence
As our nation commemorates its independence and
celebrates its freedoms, we have a chance to reflect on the
importance of self-sufficiency. Celebrating independence is
what the St. Mary’s County Department of Aging is all
about. It’s the very base of our mission. No matter the level
of someone’s independence, the Department’s role is to help
the more mature segment of the county’s population to
maintain, or in some cases, recapture their independence.
Independence is defined in different ways by different
people. Being free and able to remain in one’s own home,
the capability to go where one wants to go, having access to
food and good nutrition, enjoying social contact, and the
ability to make one’s own decisions, all contribute to being
independent.
This Department is the hub for seniors seeking the support they need to remain independent. Taking the lead in
assisting older adults continue to be the vital, experienced
leaders so critical to our county’s well being is the department’s over-arching responsibility. Providing a clear path to
self-sustainability for generations to come is what makes the
Department’s role so important as our senior population
continues to grow.
The Department of Aging will move into the future in a
conscientious and responsive way to meet the increasing
needs of older adults. We will use our experience and expertise in adapting to the evolving climate of our senior citizens.
We want to help you
be independent, and
stay independent, in
the place where you
want to live…
New
Beginning
The Board of County
Commissioners
for St. Mary’s County, Maryland:
Francis Jack Russell, President;
Lawrence D. Jarboe;
Cynthia L. Jones;
Todd B. Morgan;
and Daniel L. Morris
Publisher: Lori Jennings-Harris,
Director, Department of Aging
Associate Publisher: Jennifer
Hunt, Outreach Program
Manager
Editor, Taylor Gregg
New Beginning is
published bi-monthly by St.
Mary’s County Department of
Aging. Articles may be reprinted
from this newsletter but, MUST
be attributed to the SMCDA
“New Beginning.”
To receive a copy of this
newsletter through the U.S. Mail,
call 301.475.4200, ext. 1050.
Editorial submissions should
be sent to:
St. Mary’s County Department
of Aging
P.O. Box 653
Leonardtown, MD 20650;
or visit the website at:
www.stmarysmd.com/aging.
Current and previous newsletter
editions are also available at the
website.
Our Mission
To provide an array of programs
and services that foster
continued physical and mental
good health, and promote
healthy aging within the senior
community.
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Senior Information & Assistance
By Debbie Barker, Senior Information & Assistance Manager
New Agreements for Long Term Care Insurance Worth A Look...
The State of Maryland has recently entered into partnership agreements with select
licensed insurance companies who sell long term care insurance. One of the biggest benefits
of purchasing a partnership policy versus a traditional long term care policy is the protection
it offers against your assets if you should ever need to receive long term care Medicaid benefits from the State.
Typically individuals who receive long term care benefits through Medicaid can only
have assets valued at $2,500 or less; however, a partnership policy allows you to keep assets
equal to the amount the policy has paid out for your care. For example, if you receive
$200,000 worth of benefits through the partnership policy you would be allowed to keep
$200,000 worth of assets and still be eligible for Medicaid assuming you met other income
and medical qualifications.
Before purchasing any type of long term care policy always make sure you ask the following questions:
• What type of care is covered?
• Is there a waiting period before benefits can start?
• Does the policy have a per day monetary limit? If so, does it take inflation into account?
• How do you access benefits under the policy?
• Is there a maximum number of days the policy covers?
To learn more regarding partnership and long term care policies contact the Maryland Insurance Administration at 1.800.492.6116.
New Rule Protects Federal Payments from Garnishment
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In most cases Federal payments from Social Security, Veterans Administration, Rail
Road retirement, and Federal Employee and Civil Service Retirement payments can not be
garnished except in the case of child support or tax liens. Although these payments have
been considered “protected” from debt collectors individuals have been denied access to
these funds when their bank receives a garnishment order to freeze the account up to the
amount of the garnishment; therefore, cutting these individuals off from what may be their
only source of income.
Thanks to a new rule that went into effect May 1 financial institutions can no longer
deny the account holder access to their account if the account contains electronic Federal deposits from most Federal payment agencies. The new rule says banks must allow account
holders access to an amount equal to two months worth of Federal payments that were deposited two months prior to the date of the garnishment order. For example, if the bank received the garnishment notice on July 3 and the individual received a Social Security deposit
of $800 on May 3 and June 3 a total of $1,600 would still be accessible to the individual;
however, if the garnishment was for an amount over $1,600 and the account had available
funds, any amount beyond $1,600 would be frozen.
New Beginning
FREE Women’s Wellness Care Is Here!
As of January 1, 2011, Medicare will pay 100% of the cost for many women’s wellness
prevention screenings. Medicare beneficiaries will pay nothing for the following screenings
as long as the physician is a participating provider in the Medicare program:
•
Mammograms (breast cancer screening)
• Cardiovascular Screening (cholesterol and blood fat tests)
• Yearly “Wellness” Exams
• Pap Tests and Pelvic Exams (cervical and vaginal cancer screening)
• Colon Cancer Screening (colonoscopy, blood test, and sigmoidoscopy)
• Bone Mass Measurements (osteoporosis screening)
• Diabetes Screening (fasting blood glucose test)
• Medical Nutrition Therapy (for people who have diabetes, renal disease, or kidney
transplant within 3 years)
• Tobacco Cessation Counseling (must not have tobacco related illness)
All screenings are subject to coverage restrictions determined by personal risk factors. To
learn more about Medicare preventative coverage services go to www.medicare.gov and
click on “manage your care and preventive services.”
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Home & Community Based Services
By Rebecca Kessler, Division Manager
Accessing Services for Optimal Independence
The Home and Community Based Services Division is dedicated to assisting the aging
community in staying in their homes as long as possible and helping them to remain as independent as possible during that time.
To plan for your independence, consider the following resources to help you create your
own personal plan of care:
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Senior Companion Program, TEL: 410.535.0817
Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group, TEL: 301.475.4000
Alzheimer’s Association of Southern Maryland, TEL: 1.800.331.7299
Driving Safety, Motor Vehicle Administration, TEL: 1.800.950.1682
Senior Rides, TEL: 301.475.4200 ext. 1066
St. Mary’s County Transit System/Public Transportation, TEL: 301.863.8400
Project Lifesaver, TEL: 301.475.4200 ext. 1922, or ext. 1073
Meals on Wheels, TEL: 301.475.4200 ext. 1060
Physician’s Guidance (contact your primary care physician)
The following programs are coordinated by the St. Mary’s County Department of Aging:
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Medicaid Waiver for Older Adults
This program was designed for consumers who would normally need nursing home placement. The program enables individuals to live safely in the community and receive appropriate services. Eligibility requirements: you must be at least 50 years of age, meet nursing
home level of care, and meet income and asset requirements. Program services may include:
Assisted Living. personal care services, accessibility adaptations, assistive devices, behavior
consultation services, respite care services, personal emergency response systems, Home Delivered Meals, Diet and Nutritional Services, Family and Consumer Training, Medical Adult
Day Services, Senior Center Plus, and Medical Equipment and Supplies. To place yourself
or loved one on the registry please call 1.866.417.3480. To learn more contact Rebecca
Kessler by calling 301.475.4200, ext. 1061 or by email to [email protected].
Support for Caregivers
The National Family Caregivers Support Program and County In-Home Services Program
offer small respite grants through reimbursement to families who are caring for an aging
family member or loved one. The grant is used to hire a licensed agency caregiver of the
family’s choosing to provide a short break in caring for their loved one. Grants are also
available for seniors caring for a grandchild under18 years of age. Eligibility requirement:
you must be at least 60 years of age. For additional information please contact Stacie
Prinkey by calling 301.475.4200, ext. 1056 or by email to [email protected].
New Beginning
Senior Care Program
This program provides case management and funding to seniors at risk of nursing home
placement. Eligibility requirements: you must be at least 65 years of age and meet income
and asset requirements. Program services may include: Case Management Services, Financial assistance for medications, financial assistance for incontinent supplies, assistance for
nutritional supplements, and Personal Emergency Response Systems. To learn more, contact
Kathy Goodspeed by calling 301.475.4200, ext.1055 or by email to
[email protected].
Ombudsman
The Ombudsman, a specially trained staff member, acts as a neutral party to help discuss and
resolve conflicts and grievances with the county’s long-term care nursing facilities and assisted living facilities. To learn more contact Kathy Goodspeed by calling 301.475.4200,
ext.1055.
Guardianship
The Director of the St. Mary’s County Department of Aging may serve as the court
appointed guardian of persons 65 years of age and older who are incapacitated and unable to
act on their own behalf and for whom no other person is willing or able to serve as guardian.
To learn more contact Rebecca Kessler by calling 301.475.4200, ext. 1061 or by email to
[email protected].
Other Services in the community that provide daytime support for you or
your loved one:
St. Mary’s Adult Medical Day Care,
Inc.
The St. Mary’s Adult Medical Day Program, also known as the Ripple Center, is located in
Hollywood, Maryland. A team of licensed certified staff provide a daytime health care program for adults who require medical services and qualify for a Nursing Home level of care
and supervision. It is a structured, comprehensive program that provides a variety of health,
social, and related services in a safe and caring setting. Services include medical supervision,
a daily activity program, counseling, transportation to and from the center, a balanced breakfast, mid-day meal and snack. The program is licensed and regulated by the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Office of Health Care Quality. Financial assistance
to cover the cost may be provided through a Medical Adult Day Services Waiver, an Office
of Health Services Grant or by private payment.
Senior Center Plus
Senior Center Plus offers a pleasant transition for those who need a small amount of assistance with activities of daily living through the day. All meals and transportation may be
provided. The program is licensed and regulated by the Maryland Department of Aging.
To learn more about Medical Adult Day Services or Senior Center Plus contact Dorothy
Flynn by calling 301.373.6515, or by email to [email protected].
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Focus On Fitness
By Alice Allen, Division Manager, Senior Center Operations
Do you enjoy being physically active, especially outdoors? Do you know that
“green exercise” can have real health benefits? Green exercise is physical activity done
outside in nature, such as walking in the woods, hiking in the mountains or along the
beach, kayaking, bicycling, you name it. Research shows that physical activity in nature
has many therapeutic effects beyond the health benefits achieved by exercise alone.
Memory and attention are improved after being physically active in nature. Physical and
mental energy are increased, as is one’s sense of well-being. Green exercise gives the
brain a break from the busy tasks that take up so much of our day, helping to relieve
stress and promote relaxation. Research also suggests that blood pressure, heart rate, and
improved immune function are additional benefits of green exercise.
So, if this sounds good to you, check out the new Outdoor Adventure Club that meets
monthly. Each month we will explore a new activity and location. Join us on Friday, July
15 at St. Mary’s River State Park for a hike
through the woods. The group will meet in the
parking area at 9 a.m. Wear comfortable
clothes and walking shoes and bring some water and also insect repellent. In August, the
group will meet on August 19 at a location
(and activity) to be determined by the group.
To learn more call Wrenn at 301.475.4200,
ext. 1003, or Brandy at 301.475.4200, ext.
1062.
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For a complete list of fitness opportunities
at the senior activity centers, see pages 32-33 of this newsletter. What better way is there
to Celebrate Independence than being more physically active and healthy!!
Garvey Walkers
Meet at the Garvey Senior Activity Center
Tuesdays & Thursdays
8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Most people already know the benefits to walking, but did
you know that walking with a group produces additional
benefits such as increased safety, socialization, accountability, friendship, and motivation. Join the Garvey Walkers for
a walk around the Governmental Center Campus. After
your walk, consider taking the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program from 9 – 9:30 a.m. for a stretching and range
of motion workout. To learn more, call 301.475.4200, ext.
1050.
New Beginning
Garvey Senior Activity Center
Wednesdays, July 20 – September 7, 9:15 - 10:00 a.m.
Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program® is designed
to improve the quality of life for people with arthritis
using Sun style Tai Chi, one of the four major recognized styles of Tai Chi. This style includes agile
steps and exercises that may improve mobility,
breathing and relaxation. The movements don't require deep bending or squatting, which makes it easier and more comfortable to learn.
The program consists of 12 movements; 6 basic and
6 advanced, a warm up and a cool down. Once becoming familiar with the 12 movements, the program
is designed to provide continual challenge by reversing the direction of the movements. There is no fee
to participate in this program. Sign up in advance by
calling 301.475.4200, ext. 1050.
Cornhole Anyone?
Thursdays, beginning July 21
(weather permitting), 11 a.m. - Noon
Cornhole is similar to horseshoes except players use
wooden boxes called cornhole platforms and corn
bags instead of horseshoes and metal stakes. Contestants take turns pitching their corn bags at the
cornhole platform until a contestant reaches the
score of 21 points. Join in on the fun and enjoy a
refreshing frozen treat to keep you cool. To sign up
call, 301.475.4200, ext. 1050.
Antique Car Show
Northern Senior Activity Center, Wednesday, August 31, 10:30 a.m.
An antique car show will be showcased at the Northern Senior Activity Center. The event needs
volunteers to bring their classic car to display. Please call 301.475.4002, ext. 1003 if you are
interested in featuring your car. After touring around the parking lot and front circle, the cars
will be parked for viewing. It’s a fun day to dress up in your favorite
era. Lunch will feature hamburgers, french fries, cole slaw, and apple
cobbler. Reserve lunch by noon 24 hours in advance by calling
301.475.4002 ext. 1001. The cost of lunch is a donation for seniors 60
and older; $5 for those under 60. Root beer floats will be served as an
afternoon treat.
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Volunteer News...
By Norine Rowe, RSVP Project Manager
Celebrating Independence through Volunteering
When it comes to “Celebrating Independence,” the St. Mary’s County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) promotes a number of volunteer activities aimed at helping
seniors maintain their independence. One of these is the Department of Aging’s Senior Rides
Program, through which RSVP Volunteer Drivers help local seniors in need of transportation
get to medical appointments, shopping, personal errands, and social activities. The seniors
served by this program are no longer able to drive, do not have a vehicle, or do not have access to public transportation. RSVP Volunteer Drivers help to fill the gap by providing
much-needed transportation services, enabling local seniors to maintain their independence
and continue living in their homes.
Another important way RSVP volunteers help seniors maintain their independence is
through the Department of Aging’s Meals on Wheels Program. With the help of RSVP Volunteer Drivers, homebound seniors who are no longer able to shop for groceries or prepare
their own meals receive nutritious meals through the Meals on Wheels Program. Volunteer
Drivers deliver hot meals five days a week or make once a week deliveries of packaged frozen meals. These deliveries ensure that local, homebound seniors will receive the proper nutrition they need to maintain their health and independence.
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As a Volunteer Driver with the Senior Rides or Meals on Wheels Programs, you receive
training, supplemental insurance, and mileage reimbursement. You also receive an invitation
to our annual RSVP Volunteer Recognition Luncheon. So if you’re 55 years of age or older,
enjoy driving, have your own reliable vehicle, and would like to help an area senior with
their transportation needs, give us a call and we’ll help place you as an RSVP Volunteer
Driver. For more information on becoming a Volunteer Driver, or for information on other
volunteer opportunities for local seniors 55 and older, call the St. Mary’s County Retired and
Senior Volunteer Program at 301-475-4200, x1653.
You Would Make a Great Volunteer!
New Beginning
Nutrition Corner
By Donna Taggert, RD/ LD/ CDE
I’d like to talk about antioxidants. Just what are antioxidants? In nature, they serve to
protect living organisms from oxidative damage. When we consume foods that are rich in
antioxidants, it is believed that those benefits are conferred to us. Just like oxidation causes a
car to rust, so can it cause havoc on a human body.
Antioxidants are like scavengers of the damaging by-products of oxidation, known as
free radicals. We are exposed to free radicals from pollution, excessive sun exposure , cigarette smoke, alcohol, and unhealthy foods. A main role antioxidants play is to block the free
radicals which damage our cells. This can improve our immune system and lower the risk
for infection or certain types of cancer.
A wide variety of foods
have antioxidants including
fruits, vegetables, nuts,
grains, fish , tea, and red
wine. So how can you boost
your daily antioxidant intake? Start off your day
with fresh fruit and add
some wheat germ to a high
fiber breakfast cereal. At
lunch and dinner create a
rainbow of color with a
salad with lots of veggies.
Drizzle with oil which
is rich in vitamin E. Try
snacking on a homemade trail mix of nuts, seeds, and dried fruit. Enjoy a fatty fish such as
salmon or tuna at least twice a week and use lots of garlic, herbs and spices in your cooking.
Basically if you make sure each meal is colorful, you will have been successful in obtaining
some antioxidants in your diet.
Nutrition Education Presentations by Donna Taggert
The featured presentation for July will be “Anti-inflammatory Diets,”
to help those with arthritis. August’s subject will be “Healthy Summertime Eating.”
Northern Senior Activity Center - 11 a.m. Garvey Senior Activity Center - 11:30 a.m.
Wed., July 6 & Wed., Aug. 3
Wed., July 13 & Wed., Aug. 10
Loffler Senior Activity Center
(cancelled for July & August)
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Educational Opportunities
Declutter & Simplify!
Northern Senior Activity Center
Wednesday, August 10
10-11:30 a.m.
Learn how to simplify your life by taking
control of your time and space. This presentation, by professional organizer Kae
Clarke, will teach you the necessary skills
to eliminate clutter and confusion in your
life. There will be time for a question and
answer session at the end of the program.
This is a great opportunity to learn how to
organize all that stuff that’s been accumulating. Call 301-475-4002, ext. 1001 to sign up by Monday, August 8. Storage ideas like
totes, bins, file folders, old suitcases (‘grab and go’ for important papers or mementos) will
be featured in a future Fall session.
Visit our Lending Library
The Northern Senior Activity Center Library has over 500
books on mystery, romance, classics, history and general information. The books are available to check out for a threeweek period. To check out books, make your selection and
take them to the front desk. Some popular authors are Dan
Brown, Clive Cussler, Mary Higgins Clark and David Baldacci. Donations are accepted to add to the collection or the
annual Northern Senior Activity Center Yard Sale.
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Watercraft of the Chesapeake
Thursday, July 21
1 p.m.
This Hands-on-History presentation will explore
the various boats that used to frequent the waters
of the Chesapeake Bay for business and pleasure.
Models will be available for viewing. Walk-ins
are welcome.
New Beginning
Maryland Relay (Special Telephone Service For Hearing Problems)
Garvey Senior Activity Center, Wednesday, August 3
10:30 a.m.
Do you, or someone you know, have a hard time hearing on the telephone? If so, Maryland Relay may be able
to help. Maryland Relay is a free public service that enables anyone to place phone calls to a person who is
deaf, hard of hearing, speech disabled or Deaf/Blind and
who uses specialized telephone equipment. A representative from Maryland Relay will give details and will
have Maryland Relay products on display. To sign up
for this informational program, call 301.475.4200, ext.
1050.
Writing Life Stories
Garvey Senior Activity Center, Tuesdays,
July 19 - August 23
1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
This class will lead you step-by-step from remembering to writing your life stories. In this
workshop you will recall and record characters
and scenes, conduct interviews and research, and
learn techniques to make your stories come alive.
If you have taken a previous memoir class at the
Garvey Center, consider taking this one as well.
New topics will be discussed as well as new writing activities. To sign up, call 301.475.4200, ext. 1050.
Art Classes
Interim Loffler Senior Activity Center at SAYSF, Tuesdays 10 a.m-noon
Cost; Supplies, which will vary as students progress into other media.
Shonne Farrell, a professional graphic artist living in St. Mary’s County, is offering free
ongoing instruction in beginning/intermediate
drawing. You will only need to cover the cost
of supplies. Beginners will start with drawing
simple shapes and concepts (still life). Ongoing students will progress at their own pace.
Call 240.725.0290 or e-mail Shellie
[email protected] for more
information.
* Call 240.725.0290 to confirm the dates in
August, as they may be dependent on moving back into the Loffler Senior Activity
Center at Chancellor’s Run Regional Park.
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Special Events:
Events
Independence Day Luncheon and Celebration
Thursday, July 7
Noon – 2:00 p.m.
Wear your red, white, and blue! Participate
in a lawn game competition (prizes
awarded), patriotic sing-along, and enjoy a
traditional meal of hot dogs, baked beans,
cole slaw, fruit salad, brownie sundaes,
milk/coffee/tea. A 50/50 drawing will be
held. Space is limited; to make reservations,
call 301.475.4200, ext. 1050. Lunch cost is
by donation for those ages 60 and above and
$5 for those under the age of 60.
The 'Easy Listening Lounge'
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This performance series will showcase local artists in a social and casual atmosphere. Enjoy
good company, food and refreshments while enjoying the entertainment. Lunch served will
be some of our entertainer's favorites. The lounge features space near the stage area with
quiet tables for the most attentive listeners. Those who prefer occasional conversation during
the performance will enjoy the dining room. A donation collection for the artists will be taken by staff. Get your meal
ticket at 11:30 a.m., lunch will be served at 11:45 a.m. Reserve lunch by noon 24 hours in advance by calling
301.475.4002 ext. 1001. The cost of lunch is a donation for
seniors 60 and older; $5 for those under 60.
Friday, July 29: David Norris
David Norris has been crafting songs all of his life, reflecting
the heritage of the Southern Maryland region through his music and art. Bluegrass Unlimited has described him as "one of
the most refreshing new writers in bluegrass music."
Thursday, August 18: Joel
Tuminaro
Enjoy the relaxing digital piano instrumentals of Joel Tuminaro. An artist, author and musician who released "After
the Storm" CD of Piano instrumentals - all self composed
and performed.
New Beginning
Boogie Down Dance Party!
Friday, August 12, Noon
Remember the Disco dance parties
and Soul Train show? It's time to
cut foot-loose to those vinyl LP’s
and 45’s and dance to your favorite
songs in your 60s and 70s style attire. You'll enjoy being part of the
"hippest trip in America" and
dance down the infamous Soul
Train Line. Or enjoy the disco ball and light show and some Donna Summers songs. Song
requests will be taken in advance to try and have available that day and there may even be a sighting of some
performers! Top dancers will be recognized in a
'spotlight dance' and best dancers and best dressed will
win a prize. Tickets are a suggested donation of $7,
which will include a not-so-heavy meal of BLT sandwiches, Jello and other snack sides and refreshments.
Call 301-475-4002 ext. 1001 with questions and stop by
the front desk to purchase a ticket no later than Wednesday, August, 10.
Celebrate the Invention of the Ice Cream Cone!
Friday, July 22, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Need to cool off this summer? Take a break from the heat
and help raise funds for special events at the Garvey Senior
Activity Center. In celebration of the invention of the ice
cream cone in July of 1904, the Garvey Senior Activity
Center will serve two scopes of ice cream on your choice of
cone; waffle, sugar, or wafer. Cost per cone: $2. Lunch is
available before the ice cream fundraiser. The cost of lunch
is by donation for those 60 and above and $5 for those under the age of 60. For the lunch menu and more information, call 301.475.4200, ext. 1050.
Three Hour Bingo
Interim Loffler Center at SAYSF, Wednesday, July 13 (No “three-hour” Bingo in
August), 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Cost is $3 for 3 cards
Three hours (with a lunch break) means more chances to win! Prizes are a little nicer for this
longer event. If you plan to play Bingo and wish to have
lunch with us let us know by calling 240.725.0290 by noon
the day before so we can reserve a lunch for you.
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Tropical Luau
Thursday, August 4
12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
It’s a tropical luncheon at the Garvey
Center! Watch a Hula demonstration, and
participate in hula hoop and limbo contests.
The menu will feature pineapple juice,
Caribbean jerked chicken, Jamaican rice,
black bean and corn salad, fresh fruit,
Ginger Cake, milk/coffee/tea. The cost of
lunch is a donation for those ages 60 and
above and $5 for those under 60. Make your
reservation before August 2 by calling
301.475.4200, ext. 1050.
Loffler Dollar Bingo
Interim Loffler Center at SAYSF;
Tuesdays, July 5, 19 and 26
Tuesdays, August 2*, 9*, 16*, 23* and 30*
12:30 p.m., Cost is $1 per card (up to 3 cards).
Play $1 Bingo for an hour three times a month at Loffler to
win household items. If you plan to eat lunch please remember to order it 2 days before by calling 240.725.0290 or by
stopping by the reception desk by noon on Monday, the day
before.
* Please call 240.725.0290 to confirm as August dates
may be dependent on moving back into the Loffler Senior
Activity Center at Chancellor’s Run Regional Park.
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Canasta
Interim Loffler Center at SAYSF
2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month: July 13 and 27,
August 10* and 24* Free
This fun group does more than just play Canasta- they
also share refreshments and play Shanghai as well as other
card games. New members have been coming in lately
and find that they have been warmly welcomed. Stop in
on one of the dates posted above! For more information
call 240-725-0290.
* Please call 240.725.0290 to confirm dates as August
dates may be dependent on moving back into the
Loffler Senior Activity Center at Chancellor’s Run Regional Park.
New Beginning
7th Annual
Point Lookout Cookout
Story and photos by Jennifer Hunt,
Outreach and Community Programs Manager
The Department of Aging staff and friends
welcomed summer with the 7th Annual Point
Lookout Cookout on Friday, May 20, 2011.
Participants of the Department of Aging’s
Senior Activity Centers enjoyed hot dogs and
hamburgers hot off the grill with all the fixings.
Cold lemonade, a picnic staple, and double iced brownies were also enjoyed by picnic guests. Tommy Alvey and Friends performed foot-tapping Bluegrass music with
guest singer Commissioner Cindy Jones.
Commissioner Jones presented Lori
Jennings-Harris, Director of the St. Mary’s
County Department of Aging, with a proclamation for Older Americans Month. Mrs.
Ellen Scott of California, Maryland was recognized for her outstanding service to the
community with the Connecting the Community award presented by the Garvey Senior
Activity Center. The Department of Aging
looks forward to seeing everyone next year at the 8th Annual
Point Lookout Cookout.
Mrs. Ellen Scott of
California, MD
(above) was recognized at the St. Mary's
County Department of
Aging Annual Point
Lookout cookout, for
her outstanding service to the community.
Cora and Glen Madden (left) enjoying the
St. Mary's County
Department of
Aging Annual Point
Lookout cookout.
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Annual Law Enforceme
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On Tuesday, May 17, 2011, St. M
Commissioners and the Department
Law Enforcement Together (S.A.L.T
Eleventh Annual Law Enforcement
men and women who serve in St. M
The Honorable Francis Jack Rus
County Commissioners, was the Ma
Opening remarks were provided by
Timothy K. Cameron.
In 1962, President John F. Kenn
Week. The St. Mary’s County cerem
ment agency officer of the year.
Seven local officers were honor
County Sheriff’s Office, Earl Young
State Police Leonardtown Barracks,
Greeff – Maryland Natural Resource
Also supporting the ceremony with d
SMECO. Mr. and Mrs. Ned Brinsfie
New Beginning
ent Day Celebrated
Mary’s Board of County
of Aging Triad/Seniors and
T.) Council sponsored the
Appreciation Day honoring the
Mary’s County.
ssell, President of the Board of
aster of Ceremonies for the event.
St. Mary’s County Sheriff
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nedy signed a proclamation which designated May 15th as Officers Memorial Day and the week as National Police
mony pays tribute to officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty, and also honors each county law enforce-
red as Officers of the Year for their committed service in 2010. Those officers are: Cpl. Andrew Holton – St. Mary’s
g – St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, Corrections Division, Trooper First Class Nicholas E. Gresko – Maryland
Public Safety Officer Christopher Kessler – St. Mary’s College of Maryland, Public Safety, Officer First Class Mark
es Police, and Deputy Fire Marshall Advanced John A. Nelson– Office of the State Fire Marshall.
donations were Wyle Laboratories, Mechanicsville Moose Lodge #495, Victory Woods Senior Housing and
eld sponsored the lunch.
Department News...
Three Nominated for Employee, Manager of The Year
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(Above, from left to right) Wrenn Williams, Senior Program Specialist, nominated for Administrative Employee of the Year; Peggy Maio, Fiscal Supervisor, nominated for Manager of the
year; and Ed Healy, Food Transporter, nominated for Administrative Employee of the Year.
Connecting the Community with
Crime Solvers of St. Mary's County
On Tuesday May 24, 2011 at 1 p.m., the Northern Senior Activity
Center was host to members of the Board of Directors and officers
from the Sheriff's Department for a presentation highlighting the
Crime Solver’s mission, history and operations. TRIAD/SALT representatives were also present to talk about that organization. The meeting was open to the public and intended to promote more participation among the
residents of the county. (See photo next page.)
New Beginning
In Memory of Vicki Brown
Sadly, Vicki Lynn Brown, nee Brogan, 57, of Avenue, passed away on March 24,
2011. Vicki was born on March 1, 1954, in St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada, and
raised in Laurel, Maryland. Vicki later studied at Ricks College in Ricksburg Idaho,
where she pursued her degree in Interior Design. She worked as an Executive Recruiter
for financial institutions and was an entrepreneur, owning a shop in Laurel called Wootsies Attic, which specialized in antique furniture and other unique treasures. After having children, Vicki moved to Southern Maryland and dedicated her life to raising her
family and becoming involved in community organizations.
Vicki served as a member of the St. Mary's County Commission on Aging and the
St. Mary's County Commission for Persons with Disabilities, as well as a founder and
member of the board of directors for the Friends of Ripple Center and a former member
of State of Maryland Caregivers Support Coordinating Council. Vicki was often seen
strolling around the neighborhood in her electric wheelchair, sharing laughs and making
new friends.
Vicki Brown, along with her husband, Sam has served on numerous boards, councils, and committees. Their many contributions have made a positive and lasting impact
on our community.
St. Mary’s County Department of Aging would like to express sincere thanks for all
the hard work and devotion Vicki Brown has dedicated over many years. Vicki will be
greatly missed by her family, friends, fellow Commission on Aging members, and the
Department of Aging.
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Talking up Crime Solvers are (from left to right) Fred Pumphrey, Sgt. Gerald Johnson, Lt. John Shoemaker, Cpl. Gray Maloy, and Garland Thompson.
Health and Wellness
Alternative Healing
Thursday, August 25, 1 p.m.
Considering a different approach to living more fit and
healthy? Start with a good review of what condition you are
in today. Pain can cause people to avoid exercising and lose
the strength and fitness needed to live a healthy lifestyle.
The following holistic approaches will be discussed as options (or in addition to) Western medicine:
• Acupuncture
• Reflexology/Massage therapy
• Pain management
• Relaxation techniques
Presenters will be: Mr. John Hanson, licensed Acupuncturist, NCCAOM Board Certified, Chris McDougal, certified Reflexologist, Maryland State Reflexology associate
member and Wrenn Williams, Senior Program Specialist.
Health Support Groups
Lyme Disease discussion and support group will meet on Thursday, July 14 at 1 p.m. The
facilitator will continue to provide information on recent developments and resources
concerning Lyme disease.
Diabetes Support Group will meet on Thursday, July 21 at 2 p.m. focusing on vision
concerns presented by Tina Leap, Diabetes Educator with the St. Mary’s county Health
Connections. Walk-ins are welcome.
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Peripheral Arterial Disease-PAD
Thursday, August 18, 1 p.m.
Do you have cramping pain, or tiredness of your legs
with walking? Does the pain limit your daily activities?
PAD is a common circulation problem in which the arteries that carry blood to the legs become narrowed and
clogged. There are many risk factors such as high blood
pressure, diabetes and smoking. Meet a representative
from the Southern Maryland Vascular Institute, SMVI.
Call 301.475.4002, ext. 1001 to sign up.
New Beginning
July Health Watch:
“Skin Cancer Screening”
Interim Loffler Senior Activity Center at
SAYSF, Wednesday, July 20, 10 a.m-noon
Dr. Kumar and PA Sangha from MD Dermatology will be at Loffler-SAYSF for a
free cancer screening. Walk-ins are welcome
but appointments are preferred. To make an
appointment call 240-725-0290 or stop by
the reception desk.
‘Confidence is Blind’
Thursday, July 28
1 p.m.
Concerned about losing your vision? Do you know someone who is struggling to adjust to
living without sight? Cheryl Randal, team coordinator for Southern Maryland Center for Independent Living (SMCIL), will present information on life skills training for blind and partially blind senior citizens. Much of the senior population live alone and maintaining independence is important to them. This presentation will offer a network of support and resources, increase social interaction and heighten self-confidence and self-sufficiency. Call
301-475-4002, ext. 1001 to sign up for this presentation.
Hearing Screenings
Presented by Hearing Professionals:
Doctors of Audiology, Wednesday, July 6, 9:30 a.m. - Noon
Hearing screenings, by appointment, will be offered from 9:30 –
Noon. Make an appointment for your FREE screening by calling
301.475.4200, ext. 1050. Each appointment takes approximately 15
minutes.
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Blood Pressure Screenings
The Health Connections bus comes to the Senior Activity Centers
to perform free blood pressure screenings in a private setting.
Interim Loffler Senior Activity Center (SAYSF)
Friday, July 29, 10 a.m.
Loffler Senior Activity Center
( building reopened in August)
Friday, August 26, 10 a.m.
Fridays, July 22 and August 26, 11:30 a.m.
Fridays, July 22 and August 26, 12:30 p.m.
Staff Prepared Meals
Garvey Senior Activity Center Breakfasts
Tuesday, July 12 and August 9, 9:30 a.m.
On Tuesday, July 12 at 9:30 a.m. the Garvey Senior Activity Center staff will serve an egg scrambler
with sausage, cheddar cheese and tomato, hash
browns, toast, and milk/coffee/tea. Cost: $2.
On Tuesday, August 9 at 9:30 a.m. the Garvey
Senior Activity Center staff will serve bacon,
scrambled eggs, home fried potatoes, toast,
milk/juice/coffee/tea. Cost: $2.
LOFFLER SENIOR ACTIVITY CENTER SPECIAL LUNCHEONS
We expect to spend time and energy in July and August readying the Loffler building for
your return, so we are TEMPORARILY scaling back programming at the Interim site.
Therefore, we will only host one Open Mic and Lunch Connection event for July and August. When we are up and running at Loffler, Open Mic and Staff Prepared luncheons will
resume. We look forward to that happening!
Open Mic 11:30 and Lunch Connection, Tuesday, July 12, 11:30 a.m.
Open Mic will feature the SAYSF children’s choir “Promise Kids” under the
direction of Mrs. Doreen McKean. This
choir, made up of (mostly) first-through
sixth-graders will begin their music at
11:30 a.m. Lunch will be served at noon
and consists of Salisbury steak with
mashed potatoes and gravy, whole wheat dinner roll,
green beans, fresh fruit salad, and chocolate chip
cookie. Reservations are required; call at least one
week in advance, 240.725.0290, or sign up at the
reception desk.
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News & Breakfast Break
Northern Senior Activity Center,
Wednesday, July 6 and August 3, 9 a.m.
Sausage & biscuits will be served for July’s
breakfast. August will feature ham, egg and
cheese omelet. There is a $1 fee at sign-up,
which is required 24 hours in advance. See or
contact the Northern Senior Activity Center at
301-475-4002 ext. 1001.
New Beginning
Creative Expressions
Patriotic Spoon Flag
Friday, July 1, 10:00 a.m.
Make an American Flag using wooden spoons.
This flag is the perfect addition to your kitchen to
celebrate the upcoming Independence Day holiday. Cost $3. Sign up by calling 301.475.4200,
ext. 1050.
Cards for Our Troops
Tuesday, August 30, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
We'll be making much needed handcrafted Halloween cards for our United States service members abroad to send home to their children for Halloween. All cards made will be donated to From
Our Hearts. The mission of From Our Hearts is to
provide homemade greeting cards to service members to send home to family while away from
home. All supplies will be available; we need your
help to stamp and assemble the cards. If you are
interested in volunteering with this project, call
301.475.4200, ext. 1062.
Driving in St. Mary’s County?
Are you concerned about driving in St. Mary's County? Or
would like a refresher on driving safely in St. Mary's
County? Come listen to Corporal Douglass Mills, from the
St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office talk about " Driver
Safety." Corporal Mills gives tips for driving long distances and helps you to recognize if it's time to put down
the keys. Enjoy lunch and the presentation at the Northern
Senior Activity Center. Lunch is served at Noon, advance
registration required. Call 301-475-4002 ext. 1001. The
presentation will begin at 12:30 p.m. in the craft room on
August 16, 2011.
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July Craft: “Make a Key Holder Using a
Wooden Picture Frame”
SAYSF, Friday, July 8, 10 a.m., Cost: $4
Toni Axtell, our very talented knit and crochet instructor, is now directing the monthly craft at Loffler. For July’s craft she will show you how to take
a wooden picture frame and insert cup hooks into it
so that you can hang it on your wall as a display
piece and a practical place to keep your keys. To
sign up for this class call 240.725.0290, sign up at
the front desk, or e-mail
[email protected] by Wednesday,
July 6.
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August Craft: “Make a Message Center”
Interim Loffler Senior Activity Center at SAYSF,
*Friday, August 12, 10 a.m., Cost: $4
What can you do with a cookie sheet, some wall paper,
a recycled can, and some magnets? You can make a
memo board and hang it next to your phone! To sign up
for this craft call 240.725.0290, e-mail Shellie at
[email protected], or stop by the reception desk by Wednesday, August 10.
* Please call 240.725.0290 to confirm as August
dates may be dependent on moving back into the
Loffler Senior Activity Center at Chancellor’s Run
Regional Park.
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One-on-One Knit or Crochet Tutoring
SAYSF,
By Appointment. Call 240.725.0290
Are you working on a project and need some assistance for getting the hang of a certain stitch?
Or has it been a long time since you’ve knitted
or crocheted and need some refresher instruction? Perhaps you just want to learn HOW to do
it. Toni Axtell is one of Loffler’s experts and
would be glad to meet with you individually to
get your needles humming along! Just call the
center (number above) and leave a message with
your phone number and Toni will call you.
New Beginning
Wrenn’s Wrenditions
Northern Senior Activity Center,
Saturday, August 6, 1-5 p.m.
‘Winter in the Mountains’ will be
the featured painting. A finished
‘Wrendition’ of this Bob Ross
painting will be the subject matter.
This is a great opportunity to get
out the oil paints and brushes!
Resident Instructor Wrenn Williams will teach mixing colors, basic strokes, and palette knife techniques for painting. Step-by-step
instructions are given so that you
end up with a finished painting to
be proud of. Call 301.475.4002, ext. 1003 to get a supply list.
“Evergreen tote” Basket
Northern Senior Activity Center, Tuesday, July 19 & 26
1-4 p.m.
Make a lovely ‘Evergreen’ woven tote yourself! The tote basket is 12” long x 5” wide x 9”
high, woven of natural and dyed reeds. The
handles are a fabric called Shaker tape. It is a
handy size and very attractive. Class is taught
by master basket weaver, Pam King, who will
guide the group through the process and provide personal assistance as needed. This
makes a wonderful gift or something you
might want to keep for yourself! All weaving
materials and supplies are provided. Cost is
$35, payable to the instructor. Stop by the
front desk to pay and reserve a space for this
two-session class. Call 301-475-4002, ext.
1003 to learn more.
Put some excitement in your
life; sign up today for
activities at your Senior
Activity Center. Don’t let
“the good life” pass you by!
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Trips and Tours
Waterford Homes Tour and Craft Fair
Saturday, October 8, 2011, Waterford, Virginia
Enter the National Historic Landmark village of Waterford, Virginia, and step back in time.
The Waterford Homes Tour and Crafts Exhibit is the oldest juried crafts fair in Virginia and
four-time winner of the Loudoun
Convention & Visitors Association
Best Event of the Year. In addition
to historic homes open for tour, 155
juried heritage craftspeople
(many nationally known) provide
hands-on demonstrations, entertainers provide continuous traditional
music and dance, and Colonial and
Civil War-era militia encamp and
demonstrate. There really is something for everyone!
The Fair is held throughout the
village on hilly streets and uneven
ground, and the village is closed to
automobile traffic. A good deal of
walking is required, and most of the historic buildings and private houses on tour are not
wheelchair accessible. The Fair goes on rain or shine.
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The cost: $45 per person, includes, motor coach bus transportation, bus driver’s trip,
snacks and ticket into the Fair (admission,
tour houses and all exhibit buildings, all
entertainment and
re-enactments, and craft demonstrations).
To learn more call Brandy at
301.475.4200, ext. 1062. Payment
reserves your space.
Pick up times:
Garvey Senior Activity Center 7:00 a.m.
Northern Senior Activity Center 7:30 a.m.
Return times:
Northern Senior Activity Center 5:30 p.m.
Garvey Senior Activity Center 6:00 p.m.
New Beginning
Ongoing Arts and Crafts Classes
Location
Title
Instructor
Garvey Senior Pins & Needles Self Directed
Activity Center Stitching Group
Leonardtown
301.475.4200,
ext. 1050
Interim
Loffler Senior
Activity
Center
(SAYSF)
240.725.0290
Northern
Senior Activity
Center
Charlotte Hall
301.475.4002,
ext. 1001
Day(s)
Time
Cost
Friday
12:30 p.m.
Free
10 -11:30 a.m. Free
Knit & Crochet
Too
Linda Graham
Monday &
Thursday
Decorating
Committee
Shellie Graziano
1st & 3rd Monday 2 p.m.
Free
Appliqué Tutor
Kit Spalding
Monday
1 p.m.
Free
Honey Bee
Quilters
Kit Spalding
1st & 3rd
Wednesday
10 a.m. - noon Free
Theater Group
Millie Coryer-Dhu Wednesdays
2 p.m.
Free
Project Linus
Debbie Rumple
3rd Friday
10 a.m.
Free
One-on-One
Tutoring
Toni Axtel
Call 240.475.0290 For
Appointment
Free
Simply Crafty
Self-directed
Daily
Open
Free
Open Art Studio Self-directed
Monday
1 - 4 pm.
Free
Whimsie Works Pam King
Pottery
2nd. & 4th.
Tuesdays
2-4 p.m.
Fee
10 a.m.
Free 29
Scrapbooking
Marathon
Barbara Sterling & 3rd Thursday
Linda Brock
Quilting
Gina Alexander
2nd & 4th Wed.
12:30 p.m.
Free
Dynamic
Ceramics
Mary Parry
Wednesdays
9:30 a.m.noon
Fee
Northern Stars
Theater Group
Wrenn Williams
1st Friday
10 a.m.
Free
Ongoing Social Events at the Northern Senior Activity Center
Location
Northern
Senior Activity
Center
Charlotte Hall
301.475.4002,
ext. 1001
Title
Day(s)
Time
Cost
“Beat Your Buddy”
Billiards
Monday
1 - 3 p.m.
Free
Bakery Bingo
4th Monday
10 a.m.
$1.50
Hand & Foot
3rdTuesday
9:30 a.m.
& 12:30 p.m.
Free
“Oh, Heck”
Tuesday and Friday
9:30 a.m.
Free
Double Pinochle
Tuesday and Friday
12 - 4:30 p.m.
Free
Breakfast & Newsbreak 1st Wednesday
9 a.m.
$1
Scrabble Dabble
Monday & Wednesday
1 p.m.
Free
Pizza Bunco Bonanza
4th Wednesday
Noon
$1
Western Mahjong
Wednesday
1 p.m.
Free
Bridge
Thursday
10 a.m.
Free
Eastern Mahjong
Thursday & Friday
1 p.m.
Free
Bingo
Friday
10 a.m.
$1.50
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Attention! Attention!
For your convenience the Department of Aging has implemented a new
program named OneCall Now. It allows the Department of Aging to deliver up-to-date routine reminders and emergency notifications by telephone. We are always looking for innovative ways to better serve you.
To learn more call Jennifer Hunt, Community Programs and Outreach
Manager at 301-475-4200 ext. 1073.
New Beginning
Ongoing Social Events at the Garvey and Loffler Senior Activity Centers
Location
Garvey Senior
Activity
Center
Leonardtown
301.475.4200,
ext. 1050
Interim Loffler
Senior
Activity Center
(SAYSF)
240.725.0290
Title
Day(s)
Time
Cost
Billiards
Daily
3 - 5 p.m.
Free
Bingo
1st & 3rd Monday
10 a.m. - noon
$2
Pitch
Weds. & Fridays,
2nd., 4th Mondays
10 a.m.-noon
Free
Senior Vibes
1st Tuesday
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Free
Pokeno
3rd Wednesday
10:30 a.m.
Pennies
Bridge Club
Thursdays
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
(call for info)
Free
Mahjong Madness
Friday
1 p.m.
Free
Pinochle
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
9 a.m.12:30 p.m.
Free
Canasta /Pitch Club
Tuesday
9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free
Contract Bridge
Tuesday
10 a.m. - noon
Free
Dollar Bingo
Tuesdays, July 5,
19, 26. All August.
12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
$1.00
Pitch
Tuesday
1 p.m.
Free
Canasta
2nd & 4th
Wednesday
1 - 4 p.m.
Free
Bunco
3rd Thursday
1 p.m.
Free
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Ongoing Physical Fitness Activities At
The Garvey and Interim Loffler Senior Activity Centers
Location
Garvey Senior
Activity
Center
Leonardtown
301.475.4200,
ext. 1050
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Interim
Loffler Senior
Activity Center (SAYSF)
240.725.0290
Title
Day(s)
Time
Cost
Fitness Equipment
Available
Daily
8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Free
Wii Sports
Call for availability
8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Free
Low Impact
Aerobics
Monday
8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
F.C.
Men’s Strength
Training
Monday & Thursday
9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
F.C.
EnhanceFitness
Mon. Wed., & Friday
10:45 - 11:45 a.m.
F.C.
Open Table Tennis
Tuesdays except 1st.
10-noon
Free
Clogging
Monday
1:30 p.m.
Free
Arthritis Foundation
Exercise
Tuesday & Thursday
9 a.m.
Free
Yoga For Everyone
Tuesday & Friday
1 - 2 p.m.
F.C.
Line Dancing
Wednesday
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Free
Clogging
Wednesday
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Free
Parkinson’s Disease
Exercise Group
Thursday
1:30-2 p.m.
Free
Zumba
Thursday
10:45 a.m.
F.C.
Video Aerobics
Friday
8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Free
Walking Club
Mon. Wed., & Friday
9 a.m.
Free
Exercise
Monday & Friday
1 - 2 p.m.
Free
EnhanceFitness
Monday & Friday
Monday & Friday.
2 - 3 p.m.
F.C.
Strength Training
Tuesday & Thursday
10 - 11 a.m.
F.C.
Yoga
Wednesday & Friday
10 - 11 a.m.
F.C.
Core & Abs
Wednesday
2 – 3 p.m.
F.C.
Line Style Dance
Wednesday
11 a.m. - noon
Free
New Beginning
Ongoing Physical Fitness Activities At
The Northern Senior Activity Center
Location
Northern Senior
Activity Center
Charlotte Hall
301.475.4002,
ext. 1001
Title
Day(s)
Time
Cost
Fitness Equipment
Available
Daily
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Free
Wii Sports
Daily
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Free
‘Trailblazers Walking
Group’
Daily
Open
Free
YES Cycling Program
Call for appointment Call for time
Yoga for Everyone
Monday & Friday
Mondays, 9:30 a.m. F.C.
Fridays, 8 a.m.
Total Body Strength
Monday &
Thursday
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
F.C.
Zumba
Tuesday
10 - 11 a.m.
F.C.
Exercise
Tuesday & Thursday 10 - 11 a.m.
Free
EnhanceFitness
Tuesday, Thursday,
and Saturday
Tuesday &
Thursday, 9 a.m.;
Saturday, 10 a.m.
F.C.
Indoor Bowling
Wednesday
9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Free
Line Dancing
Wednesday
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Free
Free
We’ll Read to You; Audio Version of Newsletter,
And Monthly Calendars Are Online
Thanks to volunteer readers Anne and Jim Tennison, and Barbara
Homan, an audio version of this bi-monthly New Beginning newsletter is available on the Department of Aging website. To have New
Beginning read to you, go online to “Older Adult Programs” under
“Residents” on the county web page www.stmarysmd/aging. Click
on “Forms and Publications” in the left sidebar. This will take you to
the past six newsletters, and a “speaker” icon. Click on the speaker icon to the left of the
monthly edition you want to hear.
Call 301.475.4200, ext. 1073 for more information about this audio availability. Additional volunteer readers and those proficient in other languages are particularly welcome;
the time commitment is approximately two hours on a bi-monthly basis.
You can also now view the Senior Activity Center monthly calendars by going to
www.stmarysmd.com/aging and clicking on the “Activities & Programs button.”
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Ongoing Education Classes
Classes
Location
Garvey Senior
Activity
Center
Leonardtown
301.475.4200,
ext. 1050
Interim Loffler
Senior Activity
Center (SAYSF)
240.725.0290
Northern Senior
Activity Center
Charlotte Hall
301.475.4002,
Ext. 1001
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Title
Instructor
Day(s)
Time
Cost
Computer Tutoring
Volunteer
Daily
By appt.
Coin Appraisals
John Hankla
1st Tuesday
9 a.m. - noon Free
Book Discussion
Kathy Mather
2nd Wednesday
10 a.m.
Free
Nutrition Education
Donna Taggert
2nd Wednesday
11 a.m.
Free
Current Events
Dave Spore
Monday
10 a.m.
Free
Art Classes
Shonne Farrell
Tuesday
10 a.m.-noon supplies
Health Watch
Varies
Call for day
12:20 p.m.
Free
Nutrition Education
Donna Taggert
Cancelled 2 mos. 12:45 p.m.
Free
Computer Tutoring
Volunteers
Daily
By appt.
$5
Nutrition Education
Donna Taggert
1st Wednesday
11 a.m.
Free
Lyme Disease
Support Group
MarieNoelle
Lautieri
Quarterly
July 14
1 p.m.
Free
Diabetes Support
Group
Wrenn Williams
Quarterly
July 21
2 p.m.
Free
Book Chatter
Joyce Summers
4th Thursday
11 a.m.
Free
Hands-on History
Christina Barbour
Quarterly
July 21
1 p.m.
Free
To reach Loffler Senior Activity Center in July/August 2011
Phone number at Interim Loffler Senior Activity Center at SAYSF
You can now call the Loffler SAYSF Center directly by dialing
240.725.0290. Although we only have one line (no extensions), voice
mail will automatically activate should you call while the line is in
use, so you will be able to leave a message and we will get back to
you as soon as possible. You can also contact the Loffler staff via
e-mail:
• Joyce
[email protected]
[email protected]
• Shellie
• Drema
[email protected]
New Beginning
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St. Mary’s County Department of Aging At A Glance
Lori Jennings-Harris, Director
Senior Information and Assistance (Senior I&A) – Provides important and up-to-date
information as it relates to senior services, benefits, and assistance programs. You may reach
Debbie Barker, Program Manager, at 301.475.4200, ext. 1064 or Melissa Meatyard at
301.475.4002, ext. 1004, or 301.737.5670, ext. 1654.
Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) - Consists of six programs providing the
following services: Guardianship for individuals age 65 and over, Medicaid Waiver for
Older Adults Program, Long Term Care Ombudsman, Senior Care Program, Senior Center
Plus and Caregiver Support. Call Rebecca Kessler, Program Manager, at 301.475.4200, ext.
1061.
Senior Activity Centers – Three county senior activity centers and one nutrition site are
venues for adults ages 50 and over to participate in activities, events, exercise programs, and
congregate meal programs. Call Alice Allen at 301.475.4200, ext. 1063.
Meals On Wheels – A service for seniors 60 and over who are home bound and have a
moderate to severe disability that prevents them from shopping or cooking for themselves,
and who have no one to prepare meals. Bridget Maddox, Program Coordinator, can be
reached at 301.475.4200, ext. 1060.
Retired Senior and Volunteer Program (RSVP) - Offering persons 55 years of age or
older an opportunity to donate their time, talents, enthusiasm, and expertise in the local
community. Call 301.737.5670, ext. 1653.
Senior Rides Program - A program which connects individuals who meet certain criteria
and need transportation to important events and appointments with pre-screened, trained
volunteer drivers. Call 301.475.4200, ext. 1066 for more information.
Community Programs & Outreach – Communicates timely and topical information to the
senior community through a bi-monthly newsletter, website updates, local and state-wide
events, and local media sources. To receive the bi-monthly newsletter, 301.475.4200, ext.
1073 or ext. 1050.
Website: www.stmarysmd.com/aging
Fax:
301.475.4503
Phone: 301.475.4200, ext. 1050
Address: 41780 Baldridge Street, P.O. Box 653, Leonardtown, MD 20650
Senior Activity Centers:
Garvey Senior Activity Center, Leonardtown, 301.475.4200, ext. 1050
Interim Loffler Senior Activity Center (SAYSF), 240.725.0290
Northern Senior Activity Center, Charlotte Hall, 301.475.4002, ext. 1001
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St. Mary’s County Department of Aging
41780 Baldridge Street
P.O. Box 653
Leonardtown, Maryland 20650
PRSRT STD
US POSTAGE
PAID
Leonardtown, MD
20650
PERMIT NO. 102
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Holiday Closings...
(Also, no Meals On Wheels)
Independence Day, July 4, 2011
New Beginning

July-Aug NBw Lori Rev Print Copy

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