March 2015 - Chelmsford

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CHELMSFORD, MA
March 2015
Debra Siriani, COA Director
Paul Cohen, Town Manager
Council on Aging, Senior Center
Volume 54, Issue 51
75 Groton Road, N. Chelmsford, MA 01863
Phone: 978-251-0533
Fax: 978-251-3794
Email: [email protected]
Office Hours: 8:30am– 4:00pm
From the Director’s Desk…
Hello All!
Last month in February, the Town sponsored a
wonderful challenge to all employees through their
Employee Wellness Program; “The Healthy Heart
Through Kindness Challenge.” I liked it so much
that I would like now to extend this challenge to
YOU! We can all work on keeping our hearts and
souls healthy by being kind to others. Try applying
acts of kindness into your everyday life for 10 days.
Keep a chart and track your acts of Kindness,
Gratitude, Forgiveness, Hope, and Love each day.
Make your goal be to fill in at least 2 of these
categories per day. We will have charts available at
the Senior Center for you if you would like one. I
found myself looking at the chart during the day to
coach myself, and looked forward to finding ways to
make a better day for others. Today’s Gratitude: I
am so thankful to work for a Town that values these
traits in their employees, and fosters a wonderful
work environment.
~Peace, Debi
Pass in your 10 day chart to us here at the Center,
and receive a prize at our
Kindness Challenge Luncheon on
Friday, March 27!
Tuesday, April 7, 2015
Annual Town Election - Precincts 2 & 3 will vote at
the Senior Center.
Please Note: Lunch at the Senior Center on
Tuesday, April 7 will be a pre-order, brown bag
lunch. You must register for lunch by
Friday, April 3, 3pm by calling 978-251-0533.
No exceptions.
No Bingo at the Senior Center Tuesday, April 7, all
other classes will run as scheduled.
Dear Residents,
A reminder to set your clocks ahead one hour on Sunday
morning, March 8. After this historic snowy winter, an
additional hour of daylight towards the end of the day and
the warmer temperatures are welcome.
The Annual Town Election will take place on Tuesday,
April 7. When you come to the polls that day you may vote
for local elected officials including Selectmen, School
Committee, and Town Meeting Representatives. The polls
open are open from 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM. If you are unable
to make it to the polls that day, please contact the Town
Clerk’s Office at 978-250-5205 to obtain an absentee ballot.
Please note that the Town’s polling locations have changed.
Precincts 2 and 3 will now vote at the Senior Center. The
remaining polling locations are now at the McCarthy
Middle School. Please contact the Town Clerk’s Office if
you need information regarding your new polling location.
The Spring Annual Town Meeting will begin on Monday,
April 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Senior Center. The Town
Meeting sessions will continue on Thursdays and Monday
until the warrant is completed. Any resident of the Town is
able to speak at town meeting. The town meeting sessions
will be televised live on Chelmsford Telemedia’s local
government public access cable television channel.
If you ever thought about getting involved in your local
government, now may be a good opportunity to grab one of
the open Town Meeting Representative seats. Please contact
the Town Clerk’s Office at (978) 250-5205 for information
on what you can do to take advantage of this opportunity.
As always, please contact my office at 978-250-5201 with
any questions or comments. Please log in to the Town of
Chelmsford website www.townofchelmsford.us for
departmental information and other current information
affecting the town.
I wish you all a Happy St Patrick’s Day, and a
Happy First Day of Spring.
Sincerely,
Paul Cohen
This publication is mailed monthly by the
Friends of the Senior Center, Inc.,
75 Groton Road N. Chelmsford, MA 01863
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT
Linda Desrosiers
As many of you know, Linda Desrosiers is the Chelmsford Senior Center’s
Food Services Manager, but that title does not begin to describe the job she
performs. It might take the entire newsletter to do that, so you’ll have to settle
for a summary.
How long have you been in the food service business?
I started in 1978, when I signed up to be a substitute cafeteria worker in the
Chelmsford school system. At that time, my children were young and I
wanted a job that allowed me to be home for school vacations. Since I
always liked cooking, the school cafeteria seemed like the perfect job. By
November of that year, I was on staff at Parker School. I continued in the
school system for 15 years, in jobs of increasing responsibility. When I left, I
was the manager of the Westlands School cafeteria.
Why did you leave the school system?
My children were older, and I decided it was time to look for a full-time job.
At about that time, Lorraine Small, the Director of School Food Service
Programs, approached me about the position of Food Service Director at the
Senior Center. It was the perfect opportunity for me. I’d be able to keep
cooking and could also be more creative because I would be the one creating
the menus. I joined the Senior Center in 1993 and think I’m lucky to have a
job that I enjoy so much and that is so rewarding. Cooking and baking have
always been passions of mine, and I get to do plenty of that.
What kind of training did you have?
My earliest cooking lessons were in my mother’s kitchen. I started
experimenting with ingredients at an early age and discovered I had a flair for
it. The rest of my training was on the job, and I have plenty of that.
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What are your responsibilities as Food Services Manager?
Menu planning is at the top of the list. For that, I collaborate with a
nutritionist at the Merrimack Valley Nutrition Project, who reviews the
monthly menu to ensure it meets all the required nutrition guidelines. I also
work with Natalie Dussault, the Center’s Program Coordinator, to tie the
meal-of-the-day to any planned activity, holiday or seasonal event.
I am also responsible for hiring and supervising the staff and volunteers. I
currently have a staff of three, each of whom has specific responsibilities.
The staff and I are backed up by a large number of volunteers who do
everything from peeling potatoes to washing dishes and manning the
registration desk. Most of the volunteers start out as participants in the Tax
Rebate program but remain after they have put in their hours because they
enjoy the work.
Other responsibilities include ordering supplies, banking — I even decorate
the kitchen area in keeping with the seasons. If one of the staff is out, I fill in
that position. I also take on special projects, such as the Chowder Fest, the
Veterans Breakfast, and other events.
How many meals do you prepare a day?
That varies from day to day, but probably more than you think. In addition to
the lunches at the Senior Center, we prepare close to 100 meals for the Meals
on Wheels program every day. On Tuesday, in addition to the hot entree, we
offer the soup and sandwich option. We also serve off-site meals several
times a week at three of the town’s senior housing facilities, giving residents
who aren’t able to come to the Center a chance to have a nutritious meal in a
social setting.
Next time you see Linda at the Center (where she spends a lot of time), be
sure to thank her for all the effort she puts into her job. Even though she
loves her job, it is hard work and it is always nice to be acknowledged for
your efforts!
The Senior Center lunch program serves a nutritious lunch
Monday-Friday 11:30am-12:30pm. Your $2.50 donation helps support
staff salaries, food costs and other operations of our kitchen.
March Events
Multi-Cultural Cooking Series
Monday, March 9, 1pm-2:30pm in the Senior Center kitchen.
Class 1- Italian dish: Polenta with chicken, sausages and vegetables
accompanied with an Italian salad and bread.
Cost: $7/each paid at time of class, includes instruction and cost of meal.
We are excited to offer this three-part multi-cultural cooking class!
Participants will have a choice of eating the meal at the center or taking
a portion or all of it home. Recipes provided. Must register for each
class you wish to attend by calling the Center 978-251-0533 or by
email [email protected]. Class maximum is ten peoplesign up soon! (Need a minimum of 4 to run the class.) The second
month will be Asian and the third month Mexican (non-spicy.)
The Harmony Sisters performing Irish songs for St. Patrick’s Day
Monday, March 16, 12:15pm-1:15pm, lunch served at 11:30am.
Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with us a day early and get your toes tapping
with special entertainment provided by The Harmony Sisters! Sign up
for lunch beforehand where we will have an Irish-themed meal of Irish
potato soup, corned beef sandwich with sauerkraut and swiss cheese on
marbled rye, broccoli slaw, sugar cookie and lime gelatin. Delicious
sheet cake to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day provided by Brightview
Concord River! Regular Lunch procedures apply.
Taking Control of Your Future: Masshealth (Medicaid), Estate
Taxes and Trusts
Wednesday, March 18, 10am in Room B07.
Attorney Dale J. Tamburro will present this informative seminar which
will cover: MassHealth Rules as it applies to Nursing Homes;
MassHealth Application: How to Prepare and get Organized; Federal
Estate and Gift Tax; Massachusetts Estate TaxAnnual Gifting; Estate
Tax vs. Capital Gain Tax; Trusts in General; Trusts for Asset Protection
in MassHealth Planning; Trusts to help decrease Estate Taxes. Please
register 978-251-0533 or email: [email protected].
In addition, there are three no-fee personal appointments available after
Atty. Tamburro’s session on March 18. Call Janet or Natalie
978-251-0533 at the Center to register for a one-on-one appointment.
Times are: 1pm-1:45pm; 2pm- 2:45pm; 3pm-3:45pm.
Real Estate Seminar- Spring Real Estate
Friday, March 20, 10am in B07.
Celebrate the first day of spring with this seminar presented by real
estate professionals from The Higgens Group Realtors. Meet the agents
and hear from them and other experts (real estate attorney, mortgage
broker and professional organizer) in the field of home buying and
selling. Baked goods and coffee will be served. Please register 978-2510533 or email: [email protected].
Taking a Chance on Life - 3-part series starting March 23
Free, but must register 978-251-0533
Monday, March 23, 2:30pm-3:15pm in B03.
Wednesday, March 25, 2:30pm-3:15pm in B03.
Monday, March 30, 2:30pm-3:15pm in B03.
This fun-filled, interactive three-week workshop will explore the many
possibilities of how one can make life more enjoyable and satisfying.
These workshops will examine some of the critical elements regarding
this topic such as the use of time, risk-taking, relationships, and play.
Presented by Ed Alessi, MSW and Adjunct Sociology Professor at
Middlesex Community College and Northeastern University.
Stroke Awareness
Friday, March 27, 10:30am in B07.
Come to this potentially lifesaving talk from Life Care Center of Nashoba
Valley’s Sara Salmone P.T. Refreshments will be served. Please register
978-251-0533 or email: [email protected].
North Chelmsford Hardware Co., Inc.
Vinal Square
Tel. 251-3711
North Chelmsford, MA 01863
Sr. Citizen Discounts on Purchases over $5
(not applicable for window screens or items on sale)
Triangle Service Center, Inc.
177 Boston Road, Chelmsford, MA
Automotive Repair, Foreign and Domestic
Telephone
(978) 256-7658 (978) 256-9832
Kindness Challenge Luncheon
Friday, March 27, starting at 11am, lunch at 11:30am.
Pass in your 10 day chart to us here at the Center and
receive a prize at our Kindness Challenge
Luncheon. Regular lunch procedures apply.
Friends Facts…
Information provided by and about
The Friends of the Chelmsford Senior Center, Inc.
Phone Number: 978-251-1123.
March Dance — Saturday, March 21, 7pm-10pm
Show Your Support. List your business here
please call: 978- 251-1123
Music by Time Machine. Dance to Samba, Fox Trot, with a line dance or
two or three. Donation $10 per person. Tickets are available at the door.
Refreshments will be served and a raffle with wonderful prizes. For more
information please call 978-251-1123.
SAVE THE DATE
WBZ Radio’s Mel Simons presents a
COMEDY MUSIC SHOW
Saturday, April 25, 2015, doors open at 1pm,
show starts at 2pm
Refreshments will be served and raffle prizes
available to win!
Tickets are $7.00 and available at the Senior Center
Treasure Shop.
This is a fundraiser for the Chelmsford Senior Center.
We hope to see you there!
The Friends is looking for Jewelry Donations! Please drop off in
the Friends office marked “Jewelry Sale.”
Stay tuned for details on the Friends Jewelry Sale date.
Please call Barbara Renison for 978-692-0601 with questions.
Valentines Day Candy Tower Raffle-
Thank you all who bought - and sold - tickets for our
candy raffle. Congratulations to the winner Glenn
Anderson!
Annual Donations to the Friends of the Senior Center
Please check to see if your membership in the Friends is
current for the new Fiscal Year (beginning July 1, 2014).
Any contribution amount is appreciated and the entire
amount will be used to directly benefit our programs and
Senior Center activities. Checks are payable to Friends of
the Senior Center, Inc. and are accepted from individuals
as well as corporations and businesses. The levels of
contributions are: Benefactor: $1,000 or more; Patrons:
$500-$999; Contributors: $100-$499. Memorial
contributions in the amount of $500 or more will be
acknowledged by an engraved plate on our Memorial
Plaque worded “In Memory Of.” Contributors of $100 and
above also have their names displayed on engraved plates
near the entrance to the Center.
Friends of the Senior Center, Inc.
The burning candle logo was adopted by the Friends of
the Senior Center who were inspired by the motto of the
Christopher Society, “It is better to light one candle than
to curse the darkness.”
CHELMSFORD DENTAL ASSOCIATES
18 North Road, Chelmsford, Ma 01824
(978) 256-2561
We offer a 10% Senior Citizen Discount
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support: 2nd and 4th
Mondays at 1pm. Walk-ins welcome.
Aquacize Classes: Low impact exercises in the
Radisson’s heated pool! Call Center for availability.
Attorney Hours: 2nd Thursday of each month from
10am-11:30am. By appointment only. Free.
Bereavement Support Group: Mondays at 6pm. Call
Enid Blanchard at 978-552-4128 for more information.
Bingo! Every Tuesday at 1pm.
Blood pressure screening: Free, walk-in.
Circle Home on the 2nd Thursday 8:30am-10am and
on the 4th Thursday 11am-1 pm of each month.
Bone Builders: M/Th. 8:45am-9:45am; T/F 1pm-2pm;
M/W 1pm-2pm. Must have Bone Builders doctor’s
approval signed before starting class. Six-month
commitment. Call for availability.
Bridge: Daytime Mondays at 12:30pm and Fridays at
1:15pm. Evening Wednesdays at 6:30pm.
Canasta: Tuesdays 9:30am. Come have some fun!
Cell Phone Class: Last Monday of the month at
10am. Please register.
Chair Exercise: Exercise to a video on Mondays,
Thursdays and Fridays at 10am. Free! Drop in.
Chair Yoga w/ Cindy: Tuesdays, 11:30am, $5/class.
Chorus: Thursdays at 1pm. Come join us in song!
Companion Care: This service enables caregivers a
break from daily routine. Call Betty Chaput directly at
978-788-6174.
Computer help: Free one-on-one help. Call for appt.
Dance: Third Saturday of every month, 7pm.
Fuel Assistance: Call the Center for an appointment.
Games: Bridge, Cribbage, Poker and more. Check
calendar for times.
Genealogy: A volunteer will search for your ancestors.
Free. Call 978-251-0533 for appointment.
Harmonatones Group: Wednesdays at 10:00am,
Beg. Class 9:45am, Free. Call Guy 978-250-1864 for
more information or just stop by.
Health Insurance Counseling: Questions about
Medicare or prescription coverage? Make an
appointment 978-251-0533 with our SHINE counselor.
Home Repairs: Small jobs. Call for availability.
Knitting: Thursdays at 1:00pm. Bring in a project.
Library: Books to loan, periodicals to keep. Books on
tape and videos to borrow. Open every weekday.
Line Dancing: Wednesdays. Beginners at 8:30am,
$1/class; advanced, at 9:00am, $3/class.
Low Vision Support Group: 2nd Thursday 10am11:30am. For more information, please call
Anne Smith 978-251-2968.
Lunch Cart on Tuesdays: Soup, sandwich, baked
goods and drinks for sale.
Mah Jongg: Experienced players meet Mondays
11:30am-3 pm; Wednesdays 12:30pm-3:30pm;
Thursdays 1pm-3pm. Lessons by appoint. Thursday
afternoons, call Jane 978-692-2260 $5/lesson.
Meals on Wheels: Hot nutritious meals delivered to
home-bound seniors by dedicated volunteers.
Volunteer Drivers needed. Please call Elena 978-788
-6172 for information.
Medical Equipment: Free loan of wheelchairs, walkers,
commodes, canes, crutches and shower chairs.
Seeking donations, especially wheelchairs & transfer benches.
Meditation with Cindy: Thursdays at 10:45am-11:30am $5.
Merry Widows Group: Wednesdays, 1 pm.
Movies: 12:30pm Fridays.
Muscle Conditioning: *new time Mondays, 11:30am, $5/
class.
Newsletter: Free to all over 60 in Chelmsford and by email; $8
per year for out-of-town subscription by mail.
Notary Public Services: Free, 10:00am -12pm last Thursday
of each month. Check in with receptionist.
Nutritious Lunch: Served 11:30am -12:30pm each day. $2.50
(suggested) donation. Must register day before by 3pm
978-251-0533. Please cancel if you are not coming in.
Painting Class: Mondays at 9am. $5/class.
Podiatrist: Foot screening and nail cutting every month
by two different podiatrists. $25/$30 fee. Must register.
Quilting: Enjoy the company of other quilters Mondays at 1pm.
Scrabble: Join the fun Mondays 1pm.
Senior 8-Ball League: Call the Center for more information.
Shredding of documents: Call 978-251-0533 for availability.
Note: No shredding February 2- April 15 due to tax season.
Note: Small shredding jobs only (not industrial shredder.)
Social Day Program: 8:30am-3:00pm M-F. Providing
supportive, enriching & therapeutic activities for seniors in a
warm and structured setting. Call Colleen 978-788-6178.
Social Services Coordination: Home visits/assessments,
friendly visitors, errands, etc. Call Elena Dear at
978-788-6172 directly to make a confidential appointment.
Tai Chi: Thursdays, 10:15am-11:00am Advanced;
11:00am-11:45am Basic, $5/class.
Texas hold 'em: Two groups meet Fridays at 12:30pm in the
Hall. New members welcome, please stop by.
Therapeutic Exercise: Wednesdays at 10:30am. Free, lowimpact class that teaches a series of therapeutic exercises.
TOPS (day): Tuesdays 8:30am weigh-in and 9:45am meeting.
TOPS (evening): Monday evening 6:00pm weigh-in and
6:45pm-8:00pm meeting. Inquiries can be directed to
Pat 978-256-0048.
Transportation: $2 round trip within Chelmsford, $3 round trip
medical trips only to Lowell/Westford. All ride requests must be
called in at least 48 business hours prior to appoint. You will
receive a call back to confirm your request and pickup time.
Doctor appointments are priority.
Friday Grocery Trips (4 bag limit): Call Linnea 978-251-0533
with 48 hrs. notice to request a ride.
Transportation to medical appointments beyond our service
area: Call 978-251-0533 to arrange for a volunteer driver.
Subject to availability. Donations appreciated.
Treasure Shop: Open 9:00am-2pm M-F. Donations go to the
Friends to support the Senior Center!
Trips: See newsletter for details.
Veterans’ Breakfast: Monthly breakfast free for all veterans.
Call 978-251-0533 to register.
Walking Club: Meet Wednesdays at 11am, weather permitting
from April-October. Call Natalie 978-251-0533 for info.
Yoga with Cindy: Thursdays at 9:30am, $5/class.
Zumba Gold: Tuesdays at 10:30am, $5/class.
Chelmsford Senior Center
Menu for March 2015
Monday
Thursday
Tuesday
Wednesday
5
Friday
2
BBQ Pork Patty on
a bun
oven fries
corn
applesauce
3
Turkey, Broccoli,
Ziti Casserole
leafy green salad
wheat bread
tangerine
4
Vegetable Soup
Baked Chicken
Breast with gravy
brown rice
broccoli and
cauliflower
rye bread
Salisbury Steak with
gravy
mashed potato
mixed vegetable
oatnut bread
apple
9
10
11
12
Managers Choice
includes vegetable
fruit
bread
dessert
Popcorn Chicken
Parmesan Style
penne pasta
caesar salad
garlic bread
orange
Roast Pork with
gravy
baked potato
peas and carrots
wheat bread
applesauce
Baked Chicken
Breasts or Thighs
with gravy
brown rice
mixed vegetable
rye bread
orange
16
Irish Potato Soup
Corned Beef
Sandwich with
sauerkraut and
swiss cheese on
marbled rye,
broccoli slaw
sugar cookie
lime gelatin
17
Baked Chicken
Breasts or Thighs
with gravy
potato wedges
mixed vegetable
oatnut bread
18
19
20
Eggplant Parmesan
and Meatballs
garden salad
garlic bread
fresh fruit cup
Tortellini with choice
of Marinara or
Alfredo Sauce
green beans &
carrots
rye bread
melon wedge
Pier 17 Baked Fish
mashed potatoes
carrots
wheat bread
fresh pear
dessert
23
24
25
Baked Chicken
Breast or Thighs
brown rice with
peas
green beans and
diced tomatoes
wheat bread
tangerine
Fish Sticks
tarter sauce
Cole slaw
sweet potatoes
corn bread
grapes
Spaghetti with
Meatballs
garden salad
oatnut bread
fresh fruit cup
26
Chicken Rice Soup
Meatloaf with gravy
mashed potatoes
peas and carrots
country biscuit
chocolate pudding
with topping
27
Salmon with
Hollandaise Sauce
roasted red
potatoes
mixed vegetables
rye bread
dessert
30
Stuffed Shells with
Sauce and Cheese
green beans and
diced tomatoes
garlic bread
kiwi
31 Oven Roasted
Turkey with gravy
sweet potatoes
corn
bread stuffing
wheat bread
strawberries and
grapes
Lunch Cart—
Corned Beef
Sandwich- $3.50 w/
side
6
Baked Fish
sweet potato
cole slaw
assorted bread
dessert
13
Fish Chowder
Cheese Pizza
potato salad
MOW Egg Salad on
wheat bread
cookie
Lunch Cart Soup Menu. Assorted sandwiches & pastries.
3/3 Macaroni Soup
3/10 Turkey Rice
3/17 Vegetable
3/24 Italian Wedding
3/31 Corn Chowder
All meals include milk & margarine. MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Suggested donation is $2.50 per meal.
This program has been made possible in part by funding from Older Americans Act as granted by Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley.
Monday
2
March 2015
Wednesday
Tuesday
3
4
Thursday
5
6
8:45am B03/ Bone Build.
9:00am B07/Painting
10:00am B03/Chair Exercise
11:30am B03 Muscle
Condition.
11:30am Hall/ Mah Jongg
12:30pm B04,5/Bridge
1:00pm B03/Bone Builders
1:00pm B07/Quilting
1:00pm Hall/Scrabble
6:00pm B03/PM TOPS
6:00pm B06/Grief Support
6:30pm B05/Cribbage
6:30pm B07/Quilters
8:30am 102A/ Tax Reb
Office hrs.
8:30am B07/TOPS
9:00am Hall/Trips
9:30am B05/Canasta
10:30am B03/Zumba
10:30am B06/Day Program-H
11:30am B03/Chair Yoga
1:00pm Hall/Bingo
9
10 8:30am 102A/ Tax Reb 11
12 8:30am 102/Health Clinic 13 9:00am B04/
Office hrs.
8:30am B07/TOPS
9:00am Hall/Trips
9:30am B05/Canasta
10:30am B03/Zumba
1:00pm Hall/Bingo
8:45am B06/ Bone Builders
9:30am B03/Yoga
10:00am 102A/Attorney
10:00am B04&5/Chair Exercise
10:00am B07/Low Vision
10:15am B06/Advanced Tai Chi
10:45am B03/ Meditation
11:00am B06/Beginner Tai Chi
1:00pm B03/Senior Chorus
1:00pm B05/Mah Jongg lessons
1:00pm B04/Knitting
8:45am B03/ Bone Build.
9:00am B07/Painting
11:30am B03 Muscle
Condition.
1:00pm Kitchen/Cooking class
1:00pm B06/Alz. Caregiver
1:00pm B07/Quilting
6:00pm B03/PM TOPS
6:30pm B05/Cribbage
6:30pm B07/Quilters
16 :
8 45am B03/ Bone Build.
9:00am B07/Painting
11:30am B03 Muscle
Condition.
12:15pm Hall/Harmony Sisters
1:00pm B07/Quilting
6:00pm B03/PM TOPS
6:30pm B05/Cribbage
6:30pm B07/Quilters
23
8:45am B03/ Bone
Build.
9:00am B07/Painting
11:30am B03/Muscle Condition
1:00pm B06/Alz. Caregiver
1:00pm B07/Quilting
2:30pm B03/Taking a Chance
6:00pm B03/PM TOPS
6:30pm B05/Cribbage
30
8:45am B03/ Bone
Build.
9:00am B07/Painting
11:00am B03 Muscle
Condition.
1:00pm B07/Quilting
6:00pm B03/PM TOPS
17
Office hrs.
8:30am B07/TOPS
9:00am Hall/Trips
9:30am B05/Canasta
10:30am B03/Zumba
1:00pm Hall/Bingo
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
8:30am 102/Podiatrist/Dr. D.
8:30am Hall/Beg. Line Dance
9:00am Hall/Adv. Line Dancing
9:00am 102A/SHINE
9:30am B04/B05/Friends Board
9:45am B06/Beg. Harmonica
10:00am B06/Harmonica
10:30am B03/Therapeutic Ex
12:30pm B06/Bridge
12:30pm B05/Mah Jongg
1:00pm B07/Merry Widows Group
1:00pm B04/Cribbage
6:30pm B05/Bridge
8:30am Hall/Beg. Line
Dance
9:00am B04&5/COA Meeting
12:00pm Hall/Upbeats
12:30pm B06/Bridge
1:00pm B04/Cribbage
6:30pm B05/Bridge
6:30pm B07/Quilters
18
Dance
9:00am 102A/SHINE
10:00am B07/Medicaid/Estate
Taxes & Trusts
10:30am B03/Therapeutic Exer
12:30pm B06/Bridge
1:00pm B04/Cribbage
6:30pm B05/Bridge
6:30pm B07/Quilters
8:45am B06/ Bone Builders
9:30am B03/Yoga
10:45am B03/ Meditation
12:15PM B03/Day Program-Tai
1:00pm B04/Knitting
2:00pm Hall/Red Cross Blood
Drive Drive
Friday
9:00am B04/
Computers with Bob
10:00am B03/Chair
Exercise
12:30pm B06/Movies
12:30pm/Hall Hold’em
Poker
1:00pm B03/Bone
Builders
1:15pm B05/Duplicate
Bridge/ Lessons
Computers with Bob
10:00am B03/Chair
Exercise
12:30pm B06/Movies
12:30pm Hall/Hold’em
Poker
1:00pm B03/Bone
Builders
Bridge/ Lessons
19 8:45am B06/Bone Build. 20 9:00am B04/
9:30am B03/Yoga
10:45pm B03/Meditation
12:15PM B03/Day Program-Tai
Chi
1:00pm B04/Knitting
Computers with Bob
10:00am B07/Real Estate
Seminar
10:00am B03/Chair
Exercise
12:30pm B06/Movies
Poker
1:00pm B03/Bone
Builders
Bridge/Lessons
24 8:30am 102A/ Tax Reb 25
26 8:45am B06/Bone Build. 27 9:00am B04/
Office hrs.
8:30am B07/TOPS
9:00am 102/Podiatrist/Dr. G
9:00am Hall/Trips
9:30am B05/Canasta
10:30am B03/Zumba
1:00pm Hall/Bingo
9:00am Hall/Vets Breakfast
9:30am B03/Yoga
9:30am Notary
10:45am B03/Meditation
11:00am 102/Health Clinic
1:00pm B04/Knitting
Office hrs.
8:30am B07/TOPS
9:00am Hall/Trips
9:30am B05/Canasta
10:30am B03/Zumba
1:00pm Hall/Bingo
Dance
12:30pm B06/Bridge
1:00pm B04/Cribbage
6:30pm B05/Bridge
Computers with Bob
10:30am B07/Stroke
Awareness
10:00am B03/Chair
Exercise
11:30am Hall/Kindness
Challenge lunch
12:30pm B06/Movies
Poker
1:00pm B03/Bone
Builders
Bridge/Lessons
Adult Social Day Program News
March 2015
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Many of you are aware by now that Maxine
moved back to teaching. However her presence still lingers on as we
continue with two projects that she left with us; hopefully we will be able
to do her justice as we complete these two endeavors. We want to wish
her the very best and thank her for everything she brought to our
program. While old man winter has slowed us down somewhat, we are
happy to report that we continue to have inquiries into our program and
we welcome all “newbies.” We are awaiting the jump into spring and the
rebirth and rejuvenation that we feel at this time of the year. We wish to
thank all of the hardworking folks who make our day program what it
is…….joyful. Have a wonderful month of March.
We want to be sure folks know about our cost-effective program ~ only
$30 per day ~ which is the best price and value in the area for an
active program offering peace of mind and respite for the caregivers. We
encourage you to come in with your family member and visit us to learn
more about what we have to offer.
The Social Day Program has openings for folks to enjoy these kinds
of activities and more! For more information please call Colleen
Normandy, Program Manager, at 978-788-6178.
Greater Lowell (978) 441-0911
Greater Lawrence (978) 685-0911
www.pridestarems.com
Spring forward Sunday, March 8!
Make sure to change the batteries in your
smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.
FRIDAY MOVIES AT 12:30PM IN RM B06
March
6
13
20
27
April
A Walk in the Clouds (1995)
Stand and Deliver (1988)
Saving Mr. Banks (2013)
Mary Poppins (1964)
3
10
17
24
Heidi (1937)
The Matchmaker (1958)
Deja Vu (1998)
Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (1954)
Helping Seniors Stay Independent
Recipe File from Diane McKenzie
Healthier Chicken Pot Pie
1 bag (12 oz) frozen mixed vegetables
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 1/4 cups fat-free (skim) milk
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed 98% fat-free cream of chicken soup
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 1/4 lb), cooked, cut into bite-size pieces
(about 4 cups)
1 box refrigerated pie crusts, softened as directed on box
Cook and drain vegetables as directed on bag.
Heat oven to 375°F. In 2-quart saucepan, mix flour, salt, poultry seasoning, pepper
and milk with wire whisk until blended. Stir in onion. Cook over medium heat 4 to
6 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened.
Stir in soup and sour cream. Add chicken and cooked vegetables; mix well. Cook,
stirring frequently, until thoroughly heated. Pour into ungreased 2-quart round
casserole. Unroll pie crust; place over hot filling. Seal edge and flute as desired.
Cut slits in several places in crust.
Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until crust is golden brown and mixture is bubbly. Let
stand 10 minutes before serving
Serving Size: 1 Serving Calories 270 Calories
Chelmsford Crossings
A Benchmark Senior Living Community
199 Chelmsford Street (Route 110)
www.ChelmsfordCrossings.com
CHELMSFORD SENIOR CENTER TRIPS
Trips may be purchased on Tuesdays March 3, 10, 17, 24 , & 31st
at the Senior Center from 9 to 12. If paying by mail, send to Susan
Hand at 53 Brick Kiln Rd. Chelmsford, MA. 01824. Enclose a self
addressed, stamped, legal-sized envelope for return of seat ticket
and/or baggage tag.........otherwise none will be sent. Please write
separate checks for each trip. Make checks payable to the Town
of Chelmsford. NO CASH ACCEPTED. Indicate on your check
the trip you are paying for and meal desired (if applicable). NOTE:
For day trips, 2 weeks allowed for full payment after the
reservation is made. After 2 weeks your name will be removed
from the seating list and the seat sold to someone else.
An updated list of the Do’s & Don’ts is available at the Senior
Center on Tuesday mornings. Please make your call for
reservations between the hours of 9:00AM and 8:00PM Monday
through Saturday except in an emergency.
Trip Committee: Susan Hand (978) 453-3285
Mary Dillon
●March 4: FOXWOODS $28.00
●March11: TONY KENNY’S IRISH CABARET; Lunch at Venus
De Milo in Swansea, MA. Meal Choice: Corned Beef & Cabbage or
Baked Schrod $87.00
●April 11: RED SOX vs YANKEES at YANKEE STADIUM:
$103.00
●April 15: FOXWOODS $28.00
●April 19-20: TWO CASINOS: MOHEGAN/FOXWOODS; Full
day at Mohegan Sun with $15 food voucher & $15.00 free bet
coupon, then off to an overnight stay at Foxwoods Great Cedar
Hotel with breakfast & dinner coupons, $10.00 slot play, & more!
$169.00 Double; $165.00 Triple; $219.00 Single: $50.00 reservation
deposit: balance due by March 31st
●April 21: NEIL SEDAKA AT MOHEGAN CASINO; Great
show & $30 gaming package! $101.00
●May 14: TWIN RIVERS $30.00
●May 20: FOXWOODS $28.00
●May 27: PLYMOUTH GETAWAY TOUR; Tour to Plymouth
Rock, Mayflower II, Pilgrim Monument, & 9/11 Memorial. .Lunch
at Hearth & Kettle Restaurant: Meal Choice: Broiled Scrod, Fish &
Chips, or Cranberry Chicken $78.00
●June 10: “DREAMGIRLS” at the NORTH SHORE
THEATRE; Lunch at Danversport Yacht Club Meal Choice: Baked
Scrod or Sliced Roast Beef $96.00
●June 25: GLOUCESTER LOBSTER CRUISE; Two & one half
hour tour with a New England Clambake Buffet $88.00
●July 28: SPIRIT OF BOSTON: Grande buffet luncheon & two
hour cruise; while relaxing over coffee & dessert, you will be
entertained with talented Broadway-quality performers! $91.00
●***NEW***August 9-10: LAKE GEORGE & SARATOGA:
one night accommodations at Summit Lodge in Killington VT., a
cruise on Lake George, and the horse races at Saratoga Springs
Raceway: includes 4 meals(2 lunches, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast):$299.00
Double: $319.00 Single, $50.00 reservation deposit: Final payment
due June 30th.
●October 7: “BILLY ELLIOTT” at the NORTH SHORE
●***NEW*** October 21: ITALIAN FESTIVAL featuring Ray
Cavicchio & Frank Zarba; Lunch at Danversport Yacht Club;
Meal Choice: Baked Scrod or Chicken Parmesan $87.00
●November 4: “SISTER ACT” at the NORTH SHORE
●November 8-10: ATLANTIC CITY: two nights accommodations
at Bally’s Hotel, $50.00 Casino Bonus; $189.00 Double; $50.00
reservation deposit; Final payment due October 1st.
Day Trippers...come along and have
some fun!
Call 978-251-0533 to sign up.
Saturday, March 14 Boston Flower Show, Boston
Transportation TBD, Ticket Price $16.
Sunday, March 15, A Little Bit of Ireland at the
Reagle Players, Waltham, MA
Transportation $5, Ticket Price $30. Full, waiting list.
Thursday, March 26, Parkers Maple Barn, Mason,
NH Transportation $5, plus cost of your lunch.
Thursday, April 9, Worcester Art Museum,
Worcester, MA
Transportation $5, admission $12, plus cost of your lunch at
museum cafe.
Thursday, April 23, Merrimack Outlets, Merrimack,
NH Transportation $5.
Thursday, May 28, Pickity Place. Mason, NH
Transportation $5. Lunch, $25 (paid at restaurant.)
In case of inclement weather:
If the Center is closed, or there is inclement weather, there
will be no trip. You will receive a call regarding a new trip
date.
If you need to cancel a trip for any reason, please call Natalie
978-251-0533 as soon as possible.
All Day Trippers events are managed by volunteers. For any
questions, or to reserve your space, please call Natalie at the
Center at 978-251-0533 and leave your name, phone number
and, the trip you are interested in.
Please remember to mail your check made out to
Chelmsford COA to the Senior Center, marked
Day Trippers or leave with Dolores or Natalie.
PLEASE be sure to sign up for trips right away. Some trips
fill fast and others need a minimum count or they could be
cancelled. Thank you!
-The Trip Committee
Bingo
Tuesdays at 1pm Bingo at the
Call the Center for information 978-251-0533.
-andEvery Thursday Night Bingo at
St. John the Evangelist Church
115 Middlesex Street, North Chelmsford
Call 978-251-8571 for information.
Doors Open at 3:30pm.
Social Services
coordinated through the Chelmsford Senior Center
Please contact Elena Dear at 978-251-0533
or stop by our office to make a confidential appointment. Elena is available to meet with seniors to
assess needs, and to discuss services and programs available within our community.
Our goal is to help Seniors remain independent in their homes for as long as possible.
Services available include:
Meals on Wheels: Nutritious meals delivered to home-bound seniors. Call for qualifications.
Social Service Coordination: Home assessments, referrals and more.
Handicap Placards: We provide assistance completing the application.
Small home repairs serviced by volunteers: Free for Chelmsford residents ONLY; you pay for materials.
Personal Emergency Response Services: At the touch of a help button, you can summon assistance, even if you
are unable to reach the phone, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program): If you are a senior, you may qualify for food assistance
through the Food Stamps program. Assets are no longer considered for seniors whose incomes fall within certain
guidelines. Food stamp eligibility is based on income and certain expenses.
SafeLink Wireless: This free cell phone and minutes program is for seniors who are INCOME eligible. You may
qualify if you participate in programs such as SNAP, Medicaid or Fuel Assistance.
Are you a Hospital Inpatient or Outpatient? If You Have Medicare — Ask!
If you’re in the hospital for more than a few hours, always ask your doctor or the hospital staff if you’re inpatient or
outpatient. Your hospital status (whether the hospital considers you an “inpatient” or “outpatient”) affects how much
you pay for hospital services (like X-rays, drugs, and lab tests) and may also affect whether Medicare will cover
what you get in a skilled nursing facility (SNF) after your hospital discharge. For more information, call
1-800-MEDICARE.
An Interfaith Day of Missions
Saturday, May 9th, 2015
West Chelmsford, Westford, Aldersgate and Centralville United Methodist Churches invites you to become part of
our community outreach Day of Missions entitled “Faith Works.” We started this program in 2008 and have met
many wonderful clients and families. We’ve installed handrails, replaced broken window panes, raked leaves, washed
some windows, repaired ramps, painted rooms and shared a meal with our new friends {we bring a lunch out for the
client}.
Client referrals are obtained through Social service agencies, Senior centers or personal requests and are reviewed by
our Faith Works Task force. Jobs are selected based on need. There is no cost to the clients or participants. All work
will be reviewed with the client before starting and afterwards to ensure the clients satisfaction.
All referrals must be received by April 13th. Please see Elena or call 978-788-6172.
Clients selected will receive a call and a home visit by members of the Faith Works Task force in the middle of
April to evaluate what they need done and if we can safely meet their needs.
Faith works and we plan to prove it!
OTHER HELPFUL INFORMATION
Elder Services of Merrimack Valley, Inc. (ESMV): Provides information on services and programs focused on
supporting the efforts of older adults, those with disabilities, their caregivers and families whose desire is to remain
active, safe and independent at home. Age Information Center: 1-800-892-0890.
Chelmsford Food Pantry: Free food if you are in need. Bring your picture ID and a utility bill that shows your name
and address. You do NOT have to be a resident of Chelmsford to participate. Please bring your own bags. Located
behind Town Hall on Billerica Road, Phone: 978-250-3818. Open Thursdays, 2-4pm, Fridays, 6:30-8:30pm, Saturdays
Noon-1:30pm.
Table of Plenty: FREE dinner every Tuesday from 5pm-6pm at the Unitarian Church in Chelmsford. Open to ALL!
Families are welcome. No need to pre-register! Questions, please call 978-710-8328.
Mass Med Line: Are you concerned with the cost of your prescription meds? Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and
Health Sciences (MCPHS) offers a confidential help-line to all Massachusetts residents who need help with their
medications. Call toll-free #1-866-633-1617 to speak to a pharmacist and case manager to receive confidential and
personal assistance for all your pharmacy questions and for information on programs to help cover medication cost.
Captioned Telephone (CapTel): Free service that allows users to listen to their phone conversations while reading
word-for-word captions of what’s said to them. Please see Elena.
Taste of Chelmsford
Enjoy an evening out at the Chelmsford Radisson,
Monday, March 23, 2015 tasting delicious dishes from
some of the finest local restaurants and caterers. Sample
wines from Harrington Wine & Liquors and enjoy
music by the Music Academy of Chelmsford.
Tickets on sale at Harrington Wine & Liquors for $25.
“Chelmsford Day” at the Armenian Museum America
in Watertown
Saturday, March 14, 2015 2-4pm
The Chelmsford Public Library has made arrangements for
a group visit to the Armenian Museum in Watertown for
Saturday, March 14th as part of the 2015 “One Book
Chelmsford” program. The Armenian Museum in
Watertown has offered to provide a guided tour of the
museum to Chelmsford residents.
If you would be interested in taking the bus for this trip,
please contact Kathy Cryan-Hicks at the Library 978-2565521, ext 109. This year’s One Book, “The Sandcastle
Girls” by Chris Bohjalian, presents parallel stories of a
woman who falls in love with an Armenian soldier during
the Armenian Genocide and a modern-day New Yorker
prompted to rediscover her Armenian past. More
information at www.chelmsfordlibrary.org.
Chelmsford Companion Program looking for
Companions!
If you are interested in hiring a companion or becoming a
companion, please contact Betty at the Chelmsford Senior
Center Companion Program (978) 788-6174.
The Messenger newsletter is available to out-of-town
residents for an $8 subscription rate. If you have an
email address, you can get the Messenger emailed to
you for FREE.
Please call the office 978-251-0533 if you would like
to sign up.
Thank you Volunteers and Partners for another
successful Chowderfest!
Another wonderful Chowderfest was held at the Chelmsford Senior
Center this year! A BIG thank you to all our wonderful volunteers
of all ages who worked hard to make it such a successful event.
Thanks to all who stopped by on the chilly day to have some of
Linda’s delicious chowder! And a big thank you to Jon Mansfield
who once again brought the crowd to their feet!
Thanks again to our local partners:
Enterprise Bank, Blake Funeral Home, Friends of the Senior
Center, Inc., Lowell Five, Greater Merrimack Valley
Convention and Visitors Bureau.
TAI CHI is BACK!
We are happy to welcome back our Tai Chi instructor Lesley back
from hiatus! Beginner class is on Thursdays at 11am and Advanced
class is on Thursdays at 10:15am.
SAVE THE DATE for Spring Programming...
Russia and Her Neighbors Series starting Friday, April 10 at
10:30am presented by Professor John F. Kienzle, History Educator.
Call 978-251-0533 to register.
Friday, April 10
Friday, April 24
Friday, May 8
Friday, May 15
Russia-Is the Cold War Back?
Eastern Europe-Poland to Ukraine
Baltic States-Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania
Caucasus Region-Georgia to Chechnya
Fuel Assistance applications are available. Please call Linnea at
978-251-0533 and leave your name and phone number. Our trained
Fuel Assistance volunteer will get back to you to set up an
appointment.
TRANSPORTATION AT THE SENIOR CENTER
RIDES: $2 round trip within Chelmsford; $3 round trip for
MEDICAL TRIPS ONLY to Lowell/Westford.
All Ride REQUESTS must be called in AT LEAST 48 business
hours (Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4pm) prior to appointment.
You will receive a call back to CONFIRM your request and
pickup time. Doctor appointments are a priority.
FRIDAY GROCERY TRIPS: (4-bag limit): Call Linnea at 978251-0533 to request a ride. All Friday Grocery Trip ride requests
must also be called in AT LEAST 48 business hours (Monday Friday 8:30am - 4pm) before the requested Friday trip.
PARTNERS
Boroyan Eye Associates
Henry J. Boroyan, O.D.
Andrea D. Vosbikian, O.D.
Doctors of Optometry
Medicare Accepted
All senior discounts honored.
73 Princeton St. #201
N. Chelmsford (The Mill)
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This publication currently
reaches over 7,600
seniors in Chelmsford
and surrounding
communities monthly
and is growing rapidly. It
is reviewed by these
seniors daily for activities
and meals offered at the
Chelmsford Senior
Center. Take advantage
of the opportunity to
show your support now.
List your name and
business for all to see!
Call 978-251-1123.
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Chelmsford Council on Aging Board
Len Olenchak, Chair
Paul Der Ananian
H. Steven Flynn
Karen Bond Garrigan
Ginnie Hall
Robert Hamilton
Mike McTeague
Kris Murthy
Anne Smith
Associate Member
Louise Myers
Elder Services Staff
978-251-0533
Debra Siriani, Director
Elena Dear, Social Services Coordinator
Linnea Fader, Department Assistant
Natalie Dussault, Program Coordinator
Janet MacPherson, Receptionist
Linda Desrosiers, Food Service Manager
Earlene Laurin, Head Cook
Patricia Burns, Food Service Worker
Yvonne Gervais, Food Service Worker
Colleen Normandy, Supportive Day Program, Manager
Lorraine Priest, Supportive Day Program, Activities Assistant
Betty Chaput, Companion Coordinator
Tina Lamy, Lead Van Driver
Artie Liakos, Part-time Van Driver
Ken Harkins, Part-time Van Driver
Mike McTeague, Substitute Van Driver
Jack Deely, Substitute Van Driver
Henry Cauthen Jr., Substitute Van Driver
Santiago Rios, Full-time Custodian
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Board Members
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John McCormack, Treasurer
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