2016 August Newsletter - Duxbury Senior Center

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Duxbury Doings
August 2016
Greetings from the Director—
A Nationally Accredited
Senior Center
Did you know on December 31, 2016 the number of
Massachusetts residents 60 or older will be greater than the
number of residents under 20, according to David Stevens,
President of MA Association of Council on Aging.
We are seeing the growth of the senior population at the senior
center—classes are full, lunch counts are up and the number of
people using our transportation services has increased.
To meet the expanding needs and to continue to offer new and
innovative programming, we have allocated resources from the
state funded Formula Grant to hire a Program Coordinator to
work 10-hours a week with the Programming staff. Our new
staff person, Andrea Brandeis will assist in the implementation
of wellness programs including teaching a falls prevention
exercise class called “Balance for Life” , Tuesdays and Thursdays @ 10:00 AM.
And, as our transportation services continue to grow, we have
hired a new bus driver to provide service on Friday. Molly
Schaeffer will provide transportation for the participants of the
supportive day program, medical transportation and daily
transportation. We are also looking for another part time bus
driver to augment transportation needs. If you have a clean
driving record, valid MA driver’s license, successfully complete
the CORI check, and are willing to complete required training,
this might be the perfect job for you. If interested, stop by the
senior center to get a copy of the official job posting.
To accommodate the new staff, we have moved some things
around in the building and have created additional office
space. We will be moving the computers from the Computer Lab
to the alcove on the 1st floor and we will be creating offices for
the Medical Transportation Staff in the space next to the
Outreach Office. This change should be completed by
September. Stop by and see Becky, Bob and Reb in their new
space.
We are excited to begin the new fiscal year and are busy
planning programs, activities and expanding services to meet
your needs! I have a suggestion box outside my office and am
always pleased hear from you! If you’d rather email me your
ideas and suggestions/comments, my email is
[email protected].
Enjoy August! And I hope to see you at one or more of our
upcoming events. Don’t forget to get your Passport to Summer
Fun @ the Duxbury Senior Center. Look for activities with the
passport logo and join the fun!
Bon voyage,
Joanne
PROGRAMS & EVENTS
TUESDAY, AUGUST 2 @ 11:30 AM . Lunch & Learn
about Hearing. Sign up for lunch at the Front Desk. Stay
for a special presentation (and Ice Cream Social) by Michael
Schmit of At Home Hearing Healthcare about the impact and
causes of hearing loss! See page 5.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 3 @ 4 PM. Juggling for
Everyone. A fabulous collaboration with the Duxbury Free
Library! Adults and kids 7+ can learn how to juggle! Sign up
with Programs & Activities. See page 5 for event details.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 4 @ 12:30 PM . Passport trip
to Peaceful Meadows Ice Cream in Middleboro. Sign up
with Programs & Activities. See page 5.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 4 @ 6-9 PM . FREE Lawn
Concert with Despite Dwight. Food trucks & Fun! Bring
your lawn chairs. Rain Date August 11. See page 5.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 9 @ 10:00 AM . Verizon Copper
to Fiber Optics Talk. Sign up with Programs & Activities.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 13 — Strike Out Alzheimer’s
Softball Tournament. See page 6 for event details.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 17 @ 11:00 AM. Demystifying Digital Design at the Duxbury Free Library. Sign up
with Programs & Activities. See page 6.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 18 @ 10:00 AM. “DOC
TALKS”. The August topic will be a continuation of Risks
with Transitions in Care. Sign up with Programs & Activities.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 18 @ 5:30 PM. Lobster Dinner
with Entertainment. $20 per person. Reservations and
payment must be made in advance with the Front Desk. See
page 6 for event details.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 23 @ 11:30 AM . Passport trip to
Marshfield Fair Senior Day. Sign up with Programs &
Activities. See page 6.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 25 @ 8:30 AM . Hot Breakfast
with a Side of Topics. Special guest Charlie
Tufankjian will talk about “Gas, Hybrid and Electric Cars.”
Sign up with Programs & Activities. Breakfast $4. See page 6.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 30 @ 11:30 AM . Lunch Under
The Big Top—Circus Theme & Movie. Make your
reservation for lunch with the Front Desk.
Page 2—Council on Aging Duxbury Doings
GROUPS, GAMES, LEISURE
MONDAY
CONVERSATIONAL FRENCH
@ 9:30 AM; $7, payable to the instructor
DUXBURY SENIOR CENTER
10 Mayflower Street, Duxbury, MA 02332
PHONE: (781) 934-5774
FAX: (781) 934-1135
WEBSITE: www.duxburyseniorcenter.org
HOURS:
Monday-Friday
8:00 am to 4:00 pm
MEET THE STAFF
Director.......................................... Joanne Moore
Front Office Manager .................... Suzanne Errasti
Administrative Associate .............. Barbara Munsey
Medical Transportation Manager ....... Becky Ford
Volunteer Manager ........................ Christine Coakley
Outreach:
Manager ......................................... Donna Ciappina
Coordinator.................................... Ellen Gillis
Volunteer SHINE Counselor ......... Bruce MacVarish
Veteran’s Service Officer .............. Mike Thorp
Food Service:
Food Service Coordinator ............. Peter Dewey
HDM Coordinator ......................... Cathy Dame
Food Service Associate ................. Clemencia Webster
Finance Supervisor ........................ Pauline Flynn
Programs & Activities:
Program Manager .......................... Angela Sinnott
Program Coordinator ..................... Carol Boudrieau
Program Coordinator ..................... Andrea Brandeis
Media Coordinator ........................ Debbie Blackington
Respite Program:
Manager ......................................... Caren Harrison
Assistants................................. Lucille Brogna
................................................. Ruth Ann Hickey
................................................. Stephanie Pierce
Custodial Staff ..................……… Steve Reilly
Bus Drivers: Steve DuBuque, Jim Dexter, Molly
Schaeffer
Medical Bus Drivers: Bob Johnson, Reb Bottenus
CRAFT N’ CREATIONS @ 10:00 AM
BRIDGE @ 12:30 PM
TUESDAY
CURRENT EVENTS @ 10:00 AM
DUXBURY RUG HOOKERS @ 9:00 AM—Noon
‘ROOTS’ GENEALOGY @ 1:00 PM
(Researching Our Own Trees)
CRIBBAGE @ 1:00 PM
WEDNESDAY
CRAFT N’ CREATIONS @ 10:00 AM
MAH JONGG @ 12:30 PM
BINGO @ 1:00 PM (IN @ 12:40)
THURSDAY
MEDITATION with Leslie @ 10:00 AM
$10 weekly, payable to the instructor
MOVIE MATINEE @ 1:00 PM *see pg. 13
FRIDAY
TOPS* SUPPORT GRP @ 10:00 AM
*Take Off Pounds Sensibly (weigh-in 8:45 AM)
Tech Time
Do you need help with a gadget? Not feeling
so smart with that smart phone? Our student
volunteers will come to the rescue!
Call Debbie at
ext. 5712 to schedule an
appointment.
FITNESS CLASSES
POWER STRETCH with Melissa—Monday,
10:00 AM and Friday, 9:00 AM; Improve balance
& strength with a variety of stretches plus strengthening & toning exercises for the whole body.
TAI CHI and Qi Gong with Peter—Tuesday,8:30
AM; Gentle, rhythmic movements with slow, deep
abdominal breathing. Brings balance in mind, body,
and spirit and improves circulation.
BALANCE FOR LIFE with Andrea B.—Tuesday
& Thursday, 10 AM; Learn balance exercises and
practical strategies to reduce the risk of falling while
increasing your activity level. By participating in this
bi-weekly class, you feel stronger, develop more
control of your body, increase your activity and gain
balance and skills to reduce the risk of falling!
$3 per class or $5 per week.
STAY FIT with Stella—Tuesday & Thursday,
11:00 AM; Stretching, strength training, and cardiovascular exercise in a standing or armchair position!
YOGA FITNESS WITH CHAIR ASSIST with
Kim—Tuesday, 3:00 PM; Seated and standing
yoga postures and gentle movements to challenge
your strength and balance. For all levels and all
movements can be performed with the aid of a chair.
LOW IMPACT CARDIO DANCE & TONE with
Debbie—Wednesday, 8:30 AM. A fun, dance
fitness class. Improve coordination, increase muscle
endurance and build cardio fitness. Appropriate for all
levels. No floor work.
YoCORE EXPRESS with Melissa—Friday, 8:309:00 AM; Intense workout for all muscles of the
core. Class will include pilates-based and traditional
abdominal exercises. $3 for 1/2 hour class.
We Need Your Help!
All fitness classes are either $3 or $5.
Please try to bring exact change.
The Front Desk appreciates your help!
~ Thank you!
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC Thursdays @ 11-12
1st week provided by Norwell VNA
2nd week provided by a volunteer nurse
3rd week provided by a Home Helpers
4th week provided by a volunteer nurse
BLOOD GLUCOSE SCREENING provided by
*Norwell VNA on the 1st Thursday @ 11 AM.
FOOT CARE appointments on the 2nd
Tuesday of the month (8/9). Cost $30.
Call the Front Desk, ext. 5703 to schedule.
HEARING SCREENINGS—by appointment at no
charge. Call the Front Desk, ext. 5703 to schedule.
New screening appointments available with
At Home Hearing Healthcare. Get your hearing
screening, hearing aid cleaning and FREE video
ear exam. Learn more about
hearing and hearing loss at our Lunch & Learn
program on Tuesday, August 2 (see page 5)
DENTAL HYGIENE CARE—by appointment.
Now taking appointments for Friday,
September 16. Cost $87. Schedule with Front
Desk, ext. 5703.
CAREGIVER DISCUSSION GROUP meets the
1st Tuesday of the month from 2:00 – 3:00. Contact Donna at ext. 5730 to register.
COPING WITH LOSS GROUP—Contact Ellen
Gillis at ext. 5731 for information.
TOPS SUPPORT GROUP—Every week on
Friday at 10:00-11:00; weigh-in 8:45-9:45 AM;
topics on diet, nutrition, and weight loss and
maintenance strategies.
MEDITATION—Thursday mornings @10:00 AM
for guided group meditation long-time teacher of
metaphysics and medium Leslie Irene Kane . $10
weekly payable to the instructor. This class is
suitable for anyone 18 +!
Outreach News
Save the Date: Coming in October!
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
an educational series for
caregivers.
Starts October 5th. Contact Donna at ext.
5730 for more information.
Is clutter taking over your home?
Effecting your relationships or
creating safety problems?
What is Clutter?
Clutter is anything we don’t need, want, or
use that takes our time, energy or space,
and destroys our serenity. Objects may be
thrown about or neatly stacked or stowed
in storage.
Our clutter seems to have a life of its own,
to multiply without effort on our part. We
may feel overwhelmed, controlled by our
possessions, and/or doomed to be hopelessly disorganized. No matter how we
deal with our clutter, it can be a source of
pain and shame to us and to those we live
with.
Despite this pain, we fear throwing things
out. We think we might need it, fix it, or
wear it again. We don’t want to be wasteful
or ungrateful. We don’t know what to keep
and what to discard and how much is
enough.
Decluttering is not merely eliminating, but
gradually transforming our space so that
we surround ourselves only with things
that express our purpose and who we are.
Although we may cling to our clutter, what
we really yearn for are surroundings of
beauty, order, serenity; a balanced life; and
harmonious relationships. Reprint from Clutterers Anonymous
Clutter becomes hoarding when the rooms in
your home can not be used for their intended
purpose, your possessions make your home
unsafe and put you at risk for eviction or
your personal attachment to your belongings
become so great you cannot let go of them
without great anxiety and distress.
Getting Help with Clutter or Hoarding There
are many clutter reducing and
organizing books available at your library if
you assess your problem can be
handled by yourself. Downsizing and
organizing professionals often do
presentations in the community, take
advantage of these programs.
If your situation has become a significant
problem in your life, please reach out for resources and support.
Local Support
The Scituate Hoarding Task Force –
offers a “Clutter Reduction Support Group”
as funding allows. Contact Laura Minier,
LICSW at 781-378-1653 for
information.
The Greater Brockton Area Hoarding Task
Force – See Facebook Page for
upcoming events/groups or call
508-584-1561.
Senior Center Outreach
Contact Donna or Ellen at. 5730 or 5731
Internet and Books
Clutterers Anonymous at
http://clutterersanonymous.org
Institute for Challenging Disorganization
http://challengingdisorganization.org
Mass Housing Hoarding Resources and
Directory (search on line)
Buried in Treasures: Help for Acquiring,
Saving, and Hoarding by David F. Tolin,
Randy O. Frost and Gail Steketee (Book)
Passport to Summer Fun
@ the Duxbury Senior Center
A FREE Outdoor Concert on the Lawn
Sponsored by the Friends of the Duxbury COA
Thursday, August 4
6-9 PM
Stop by the Front Desk to get your Passport to Summer
Fun! We look forward to filling your summer with
exciting activity!
(Rain Date August 11)
Featuring Despite Dwight
and DSU Coffee House Musicians
The Programs & Activities Team
accepts reservations and advance sign ups
where noted. Stop by and see us, call or email!
Angela, Carol, Debbie and Andrea 
Food Trucks
Cash Bar 21+
Live Music
Free admission for adults of all ages and families!
Bring your own blanket or beach chair!
RESERVATION POLICY CHANGE!
Effective August 1st, reservations for events which
require a ride on our bus will be limited to two
people (yourself and a single guest). Feel free to
call the Programs & Activities Team for further
clarification. 781-934-5774 (ext. 5711 or 5710).
I Scream, You Scream
We All Scream for
Ice Cream!
Passport trip to Peaceful
Meadows in Middleboro
Thursday, August 4 @ 12:30 PM
What says summer fun better than a good old
fashioned ice cream!
Please sign up in advance with Programs & Activities,
ext. 5711 or 5710.
Doc
Talks
Thursday, August 18 @ 10 AM
Dr. Michael H. Kelleher
will continue his series of
medical presentations on
Patient Safety called “Doc Talks”.
The topic in August will be about Risks
with Transitions in Care.
Grab a friend and a cup of coffee from our café
and come learn more.
ext. 5711 or 5710.
Juggling for Everyone!
at the Duxbury Senior Center
Wednesday, August 3 @ 4:00 PM
Performer Kevin O’Keefe will present this one hour
workshop for adults and children ages 7 and older!
This intergenerational, experiential activity is a
collaboration between the Duxbury Free Library &
the Duxbury Senior Center! Join us!
ext. 5711 or 5710.
FREE!
Tuesday, August 2
Lunch & Learn with
Ice Cream Social
All About Hearing &
Hearing Loss with
At Home Hearing
HealthCare’s
Michael Schmit
Sign up for lunch at the Front Desk. Ice Cream
Social compliments of At Home Hearing
If you are just coming to learn and have ice cream,
RSVP to Programs & Activities.
Hot Breakfast with a
Side of Topics
Thursday, August 25
Breakfast @ 8:30 AM $4
Guest Speaker is Charlie Tufankjian
“Gas, Hybrid or Electric: Which car is right for me?”
Call Carol at ext. 5711 (or anyone on the Programs & Activities
Team) to make your reservation or email Carol at
[email protected].
Please make your reservation for breakfast at least
48 hours in advance.
149th Annual Marshfield Fair
Senior Day
Enjoy an afternoon of good
old fashioned fun!
Free Admission for Seniors!
Gates open at Noon
Please sign up in advance with Programs &
Activities, ext. 5711 or 5710.
We hope to offer bus transportation . Bus will leave
the senior center at approximately 11:30 AM.
New program to begin
September 14
We are currently recruiting adults (ages 55+) to
participate in a 10 week educational program.
The Aging Mastery Program® core curriculum
combines evidence-informed knowledge
sharing with goal-setting and feedback routines,
daily practices, peer support, and small rewards.
Classes are led by local professionals who help
participants gain the skills and tools they need
to manage their health, remain economically
secure, and contribute actively in society. The
goal of the 10 core classes is to provide
participants with an overview of the challenges
encountered while navigating life in old age
and offer support to master new skills.
Please pre-register with Angela Sinnott by
phone 781-934-5774, ext. 5710 or email
[email protected]
Demystifying Digital Design
Learn about 3D printing, the uses, and how to
design useful and decorative objects in an hour
long overview of the process. Amaze your
grandchildren. We will show you about two programs at the
Library to design and print objects using TinkerCAD and Cura,
simple design software. See some of the things we have
printed and watch it print something out.
Wednesday, August 17 from 11 to 12,
on the upper level of the Library
Please sign up in advance with Programs &
Activities, ext. 5711 or 5710.
Strike Out Alzheimer’s
Softball Tournament
Saturday, August 13
Come support the Senior
Center Softball team and
enjoy any and all of the
days’ activities!
See flyers for more details of time and
activities. Softball games will take place
on the fields of the Governor Winslow
School in Marshfield.
Tom DiPasquale has organized this event in
memory of his mother. Proceeds from the
event are donated to our “Intermissions” Social
Day Program.
Lobster Dinner & Entertainment!
Thursday, August 18
@ 5:30 PM
This summer lobster dinner and special
entertainment by Mr. Magic, Larry Parker
is $20 per person.
Reservations and payment must be made in
advance at the Front Desk.
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Sunday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Lunch Trip
10:00 Curr. Events
1:00 ROOTS
1:00 Cribbage
9:30 French
10:00Craft N Creations
12:30 Bridge
BBQ Special
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15Chili, Corn on Cob,
Salad
9:30 French
12:30 Bridge
8:30 Footcare
10:00 Curr. Events
10:00 Verizon Talk
1:00 ROOTS
1:00 Cribbage
BBQ Special
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Soup, Seafood Salad
10:00 ARTMatters
10:00 Curr. Events
Lunch and Learn
1:00 ROOTS
1:00 Cribbage
BBQ Special
9:30 French
12:30 Bridge
1 Chicken parmesan, 2
Rice, Vegetable
Ham & Mac,
Vegetable
12:30 Mah Jongg
1:00 BINGO
Craft N Creations
11:00 Digital Presentation
Roast Beef,
Mashed Potato,
Vegetable
10:00
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12:30 Mah Jongg
1:00 BINGO
10Chicken, Broccoli,
Cheese, Potato,
Vegetable
12:30 Mah Jongg
1:00 BINGO
4:00 Juggling for
Everyone
3
Beef Stew over
Noodles, Salad
8:45 TOPS
Attorney Appts.
Trader Joes
12 Shepherd’s Pie,
Salad, Corn Bread
8:45 TOPS
Attorney Appts.
5
11:00 BP Clinic
1:00 MOVIE
5:30 Lobster Dinner
TOPS
Attorney Appts.
1:30 Farmer’s Market
8:45
Chicken Cordon 19 Salisbury Steak,
Potato, Vegetable
Bleu, Rice, Vegetable
10:00 Meditation
10:00 Doc Talks
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11:00 BP Clinic
1:00 MOVIE
BLT, Pasta Salad,
Chips, Pickle
10:00 Meditation
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11:00 BP Clinic
1:00 MOVIE
Free Lawn
Concert
Potato Bar with
Toppings
10:00 Meditation
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All meals are full service with water and coffee or tea available, and ‘dessert’ of the day.
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Saturday
The donation for lunch is $5 for Duxbury Seniors; $6 for Non-residents & Non-seniors. Call 781-934-5774, x5703.
Home Delivered Meals can be ordered through the HDM Coordinator, x5721.
Reservations for lunch are required at least 1 day in advance by 2:00 PM. Cancellations are also appreciated.
ACTIVITIES Calendar & menus
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BBQ Special
BBQ Special
Lunch “Under The
Big Top”
1:00 MOVIE
10:00 Curr. Events
1:00 ROOTS
1:00 Cribage
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Marshfield Fair
10:00 Curr. Events
1:00 ROOTS
1:00 Cribage
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10:00 Craft N Creations
12:30 Mah Jongg
1:00 BINGO
31 Swedish Meatballs
over Noodles,
Vegetable
Supper Trip
10:00 Craft N Creations
12:30 Mah Jongg
1:00 BINGO
24 Summer Salad Day
THURSDAY
11:00 BP Clinic
1:00 MOVIE
Meatloaf, Potato,
Vegetable
8:30 Hot Breakfast w/
Side of Topics
10:00 Meditation
25
8:45 TOPS
Attorney Appts.
Market Basket
26 Quiche, Salad,
Corn Bread
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WEDNESDAY
8:30 Cardio Dance
TUESDAY
8:30
Tai Chi
10:00
Balance for Life
11:00
Stay Fit
3:00
Fitness Yoga
FRIDAY
Power Stretch
10:00 Meditation
8:30
10:00
YoCORE Express
Balance for Life
9:00
11:00 - Stay Fit
Space Reserved For Advertisers
10:00-Power Stretch
MONDAY
WEEKLY EXERCISE CLASSES AT THE SENIOR CENTER
9:30 French
12:00 Book Club
12:30 Bridge
29Chop Suey, Salad,
Roll
9:30 French
12:30 Bridge
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Roast Port, Rice,
Vegetable
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New at the DSC!
LIFE INSURANCE REVIEW AND
LONG TERM CARE OPTIONS –
We are excited to announce a new monthly service at the
Duxbury Senior Center. Make an appointment and meet with
Elaine Buonvicino, Independent Insurance Agent to review your
existing Life Insurance Policy(ies) or Long Term Care Policy. Are
you concerned about your coverage? Is your life insurance policy
still in place and is there a cash value? Are your beneficiaries
up-to-date? Do you have adequate coverage? Elaine is able to
inform and advise seniors on these matters. Complimentary
appointments are available monthly beginning on Wednesday,
September 28 beginning at 10:00 AM. Call the Front Desk to
book an appointment by calling at 781-934-5774, ext. 5703
The Milepost Restaurant in
Duxbury has generously donated
gift certificates to be given to a
lucky senior celebrating a
birthday each month in 2016!
July’s lucky
birthday winner was
Mike Chase
A very happy August 2016 birthday
to our many visitors and volunteers
at the Senior Center!
Thanks for coming in and being
part of the community here!
MEET WITH YOUR REPRESENTATIVES
3rd Friday or by appointment. Representative Josh
Cutler will visit the Senior Center on the 3rd Friday of
the month at 9:00 AM. Rep. Tom Calter is available by
appointment. To make an individual appointment,
please call the Betty at 508-732-0033 or email Tom
directly at [email protected]
3rd Thursday @ 2:30-3:30 PM. State Senator
Robert Hedlund’s constituent liaison Sandra Dalton
will hold office hours every other month at the
Duxbury Senior Center to hear concerns and answer
questions you about state government. Ms. Dalton
will be at the Senior Center again in May. Alternating
months Ms. Dalton will meet constituents in the
Lanman Room at the Duxbury Free Library.
LEGAL ADVICE
Most Fridays we offer complimentary appointments
with local attorneys. We are pleased to welcome
Peter Muncey on the 1st Friday, John McCluskey
on the 2nd Friday, Katherine Sheehan on the 3rd
Friday of the month and Brendan Donnelly on the
4th Friday of each month. Please call ext. 5703 to
schedule all appointments with one of our volunteer
attorneys. Appointments are approximately 15
minutes.
If your birthday is in August, stop by
the Café for a free cup of
coffee, tea or cocoa once during your
birthday month!
Please also stop by the Front Desk to
make sure we have your correct
birthdate so you are included in our
Milepost gift certificate drawing!
Ancestry.com
The Duxbury Senior Center’s Ancestry.com
membership has been renewed and there
is a new user name/password combo. For
those genealogy enthusiasts who would
like to use this subscription, please see
Angela to pay your $10 membership and
you will get the new username and
password.
September Sneak Peak!
☺National Senior Center Month
“Find Balance at the Duxbury Senior Center”
☺Flu shot and pneumonia vaccine clinics
☺Aging Mastery Program
☺Lifelong Learning Program
TLC School Supply and Backpack Drive!
The Duxbury COA is again supporting the Duxbury Interfaith Council’s Backpack
Project providing “back to school” supplies for children whose parents cannot
afford to buy the many things required for school today. Please help us by
donating school supplies so we can fill 50 backpacks for these children! A
Collection Box will be in our lobby from July 11– August 12. Suggested donations
include:
Backpacks (neutral/no pattern)
Colored pencils 12-pack
Combination locks
Erasers –pencil toppers
Erasers— large rectangular
Highlighters 3-5 pack
Loose-leaf paper
Ruler (metric/inches)
Two pocket folders
Composition notebooks
Scissors
Glue sticks 2-4 pack
Calculators
Index cards/100
USB Flash Drives
Pencil box, Pencil pouches for binder
Pens—blue/black 12 pack
Pencils #2
Tabbed dividers, 8 subject
Veteran’s News
August, 2016
The Austrian government has posted online a listing of 1,715 U.S. and British airmen who died
in Austria during World War II- along with the time and place of death. Among the number are
1,582 Americans. This first comprehensive accounting also contains the names of 113 who are
missing in action.
U.S. Ambassador Alexa Wesner said “the listing will serve as a valuable resource to the U.S.
government and professional historians, as well as to the many family members who wish to
know more about their loved ones, their sacrifice, and the people they committed their lives to”.
A commemoration book entitled “Missing in Action: Failed to Return” lists the names and
locations of the missing. It was noted that these service men had been forgotten. The
commemoration book honors them now as those “whom Austria and all Austrians owe their
freedom”. “They were very young men, who fought in a war – far away from their hometowns
and families – in order to liberate Europe and therefore also Austria from a tyranny and
dictatorship”.
If you have questions about you military/Veteran’s benefits, contact the Duxbury Veterans’ Service Officer, Mike Thorp, located at the senior center, 781-934-5774 X 5740.
August Movie Matinees @ 1:00 PM
THURSDAYS:
August 4—Youth (2015, R)
August 11—The Finest Hours (2016, PG-13)
August 18—Dough ( 2016, NR)
SADIE TRIPS
LUNCH TRIP — Tuesday, August 16 @
Noon to Mill Wharf in Scituate.
SUPPER TRIP — Wednesday, August 24
@ 5:00 PM to Monponsett Inn in Halifax.
August 25—Truth ( 2015, R)
We apologize if an advertised movie is not
available to us on the date promised.
The complete listing of movies with descriptions is
available in the Lobby.
See Angela with any movie suggestions or
comments!
Fall Lifelong Learning
Reception & Registration
Tuesday, September 6
3-5 PM
13 Exciting Courses
Some NEW, Some “Old Favorites”
No more waiting in line registration process! Starting at
2:30 pm, numbers will be issued as you enter the Ellison room.
You can then socialize with your fellow students, meet the
facilitators, enjoy a snack and complete your registration
forms. At 3:00 pm, numbers will be drawn at random and as
your number is called you can then register for classes.
Call Carol ext. 5711 to register for these
trips. Space is limited. You can always join
us there, but please let us know you are
coming so we can include you in the
reservation.
THE MAYFLOWER CAFÉ
HOURS: 8:30-1:30 (12:00 on Fridays)
Coffee, Tea, ................................................ .50
Bagels ......................................................... .75
Snacks .................................................. .25-1.00
Juice ............................................................ .75
Bottled water............................................ 75/.50
Daily soups ................................................ 2.00
Sandwiches ................................................ 2.50
Soup & Sandwich Combo ......................... 4.00
ELLISON LUNCH
11:30-12:30 Monday through Friday
For lunch reservations, please call at least one
day in advance; cancellation calls also
appreciated. The lunch menu varies and is
posted in the newsletter.
Mixed Bridge completed a
successful first season
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The Marathon Bridge group finished their first year
with a luncheon and awarding of the prizes.
First place winners were Marie Lee and Suzanne Mahoney, second place Dan Cotta and Jim Bueil and
coming in third place Pat Dowd and Kathy Capraro.
Everyone had a great year and is planning on playing
again next year! Thanks to the Senior Center for
hosting this fun event.
edical Transportation
BOSTON HOSPITAL BUS
(For seniors and disabled residents of Duxbury,
MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION. All medical
Marshfield, Kingston, Pembroke and North
Plymouth). The GATRA bus company provides
transportation provided by the Duxbury Senior
Center is scheduled by Becky Ford. For a ride to a comfortable and safe wheelchair accessible
medical appointment within Kingston, Marshfield, transportation to Boston Hospitals on Tuesdays/
Thursdays and to the South Shore Hospital area on
Plymouth and Duxbury, at least 48 hours advance
Wednesdays. Medical transportation is available
notice is
only for appointments between 10 AM – 12:30
required. For transportation to medical appointPM. The bus has three stops to pick up passengers:
ments in Boston, you must call one week in
1) Parking Lot at Exit 5, Plymouth @ 7:45 AM; 2)
advance for a bus reservation.
Hannaford’s in Kingston* at 8 AM; and 3) Pembroke Stop & Shop Plaza* at 8:30 AM. The
For local area medical appointments, the Duxbury GATRA bus will leave Boston around 2 PM
Senior Center’s medical van runs Mondays returning riders to each parking lot. For reservations
Wednesdays (8 AM – 4 PM), Thursdays (8 AM – 6 for the Boston Hospital bus, call Becky at
781-934-5774 (Ext. 5713). COST: $15 cash.
PM), and Fridays (8 AM - 11:30 AM). Volunteer
(* Optional service: If pre-arranged when
drivers augment our service from 8 AM - 4 PM,
scheduling
the bus transportation, a ride to the
when needed. To schedule medical transportation,
pick-up
location
from home and from the pick-up
call Becky at 781-934-5774 (Ext. 5713).
location back home may be available).
All other senior bus transportation is scheduled at the
Front Desk. We require 48 hours’ notice. Please call
the front desk to request a ride: 781-934-5774 (Ext.
5703).
Summer Greetings to Friends, Players
and Sponsors of the Friends of the
Duxbury COA Golf Tournament.
Scheduling Transportation
olunteer Corner
Are you looking for something to do?
We are looking for a few new volunteers to
come on a regular schedule or to be available
as substitutes in the following positions:
♥ Substitute HDM drivers
♥ Medical drivers
♥A bird
♥A garden waterer
feeder stocker
♥ Someone with excellent penman-
ship to hand write posters
Stop by and see Chris Coakley,
Volunteer Manager, if you are
interested in becoming a volunteer or in
trying a new volunteer
opportunity!
This year’s tournament will be held at
the Duxbury Yacht Club on
Monday, September 26th @ noon.
We hope you will participate in this event again
and we will be sending more information in the
coming weeks. Save the date!!
We are looking for $1,000 Event Sponsors, let us
know if you would like additional
information. Sponsors at that level will be
included in all event correspondence and signage.
One final note, we are on the hunt for live auction
items, game tickets, vacation rentals etc. Let us
know if you have a great auction donation or
idea!
See you on Monday, September 26th!
Ann Mullins and Chris Barry, Event Co-Chairs
Friends of the COA Events
Save The Date!
Golf Outing
Annual Appeal
September 26, 2016
November, 2016
☺We are seeking energetic volunteers to assist with various fun events. If you’d like to
participate (and have fun!), please contact Chris Barry at [email protected].
The Friends of the Duxbury Council on Aging is a nonprofit organization established to assist
the Duxbury COA in providing services, resources, and activities for seniors in the
Town of Duxbury.
You are invited to become a “Friend” by completing and returning the form
at the bottom of the page.
The next meeting of the Friends of the Council on Aging will be:
MONDAY August 15, 2016 at 8:30 AM @ the Duxbury Senior Center.
Please consider naming the Friends as a beneficiary
under your will or planned giving instrument.
The beneficiary should be designated as: Friends of the Duxbury Council on Aging, Inc.,
a 501 © (3) corporation organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
and having a principal address at 10 Mayflower St., Duxbury, MA 02332.
We are pleased to acknowledge the following contributions received since our last newsletter was printed.
Given By
In Memory Of
Joan Douglas
Mary McLean
Judy Haynes
Bob and Michael McLean
MEMBERSHIP DUES $5.00/pp.
Please make checks payable to
THE FRIENDS OF THE
DUXBURY COA
Dues Year 7/1/2016-6/30/2017
Mail to:
PO Box 2113, Duxbury, MA 02331
We are a 501C (3)
not for profit organization
In Honor Of
MEMBERSHIP:
Name: ____________________________________
Address:___________________________________
Telephone:_________________________________
Email:____________________________________
Additional Contributions made In Memory of
or In Honor of (list names & amounts below)
_________________________________________
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BROCKTON, MA
PERMIT NO. 653
Duxbury Council on Aging
10 Mayflower Street
Duxbury, MA 02332
The cost of mailing this
newsletter has been
paid by the
Friends of the
Council on Aging.
COUNCIL ON AGING MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to create an inclusive environment to enable our growing population of senior citizens to lead independent
and rewarding lives through advocacy and support, both physical and emotional, and to encourage seniors to use their
talents, knowledge and experience for themselves and the benefit of the Duxbury community.
COUNCIL ON AGING
SENIOR CENTER STAFF @ (781) 934-5774
Harry Katz, Chair
OCES DELEGATE
Susan Grunwald, Vice Chair
Donna Ciappina
Anne Antonellis, Chair Emeritus
OCPC DELEGATE
Pam Campbell Smith, Board Member
Gerry Thomson
Shelley Beeby, Board Member
Friends of COA DELEGATE
[email protected] x 5711
Kay Drake, Board Member
Betty Hills
Donna [email protected] x 5730
Cheryl Ross, Board Member
COA Delegate to Friends
Peter Muncey Jr., Board Member
Paul Brogna
Paul Brogna, Board Member
Friends Treasurer/Liaison
Susan Kelley, Board Member
Bill Kearney
Steve Dubuque, Board Member
Gerry Thomson, Board Member
Patti Ryan, Board Member
Betsy Stevens (Interfaith Liaison),
Terri Scott, Shirley Oktay, CeCe Frame
Matt Walsh ( LHP Liaison)
[email protected] x5703
Other COA Staff/Extensions
SHINE Appointments x 5734
Shine Counselor Bruce MacVarish
Alternates:
Front Desk Volunteers x 5702
Lifelong Learning, x 5710
Veterans’ Service Officer Mike Thorp:
[email protected]; x 5740
Lucille Brogna, Ruth Ann Hickey x 5732
Stephanie Pierce x 5732

2016 August Newsletter - Duxbury Senior Center

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