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THE
October 2014
NETWORK
Newsletter of the Town of Amherst Department of Senior Services
Pamela M. Krawczyk
Director
Gayle Thornton,
Assistant Director
370 John James Audubon Pkwy * Amherst, NY *14228
(716) 636-3050
Barry A. Weinstein, M.D.
Supervisor
From our Director
“At no other time (than
autumn) does the earth let
itself be inhaled in one smell,
the ripe earth; in a smell that
is in no way inferior to the
smell of the sea, bitter where
it borders on taste, and more
honeysweet where you feel it
touching the first sounds.
Containing depth within
itself, darkness, something of
the grave almost.”
― Rainer Maria Rilke, Letters
on Cezanne
Take a deep breath. Do
you smell it? Can you smell
autumn in the air? Ahhhh, my
favorite time of year. The
multiple colored leaves; the
sounds of children jumping in
piles of freshly raked leaves;
and the refreshing cool breezes
on your face, while the
sunshine
warms
your
shoulders. The best part is the
scent of cinnamon wafting
from a freshly baked apple pie
followed by the taste of sweet
warm apples and the flakey
crust.
What would it be like to
live without our five senses
and if you had to lose one,
which would you choose?
This question was posed to the public for
an online survey and overwhelmingly, the
final verdict was that most people thought they
could live without a sense of smell.
Many years ago I met a woman who suffered a
traumatic brain injury who lost her sense of smell. Every time I
saw her she always asked me if she smelled okay as she never
wanted to offend anyone. She also lived in fear that she might not
smell gas if there was a problem with her stove, or smell the fumes
of a fire.
It is easy for people to say they would choose one sense over
another, but the reality is that most people don’t have that
opportunity. For those who are experiencing vision loss, hearing
loss or numbness in their extremities, life is not easy. On a positive
note the loss of one sense may often lead to another sense being
heightened – people with vision loss may use hearing and smell to
identify someone approaching them, while those who do not hear
may have higher visual acuity.
When I think of a nose, I cannot help but think of our “best
friend” the dog. My sister’s dog is a beagle/basset mix, and she
always has her nose to the ground when walking or up in the air if
sitting. I have come to learn that most dogs have poor vision, but
make up for it with their hearing and nasal sensitivity. Scout can
smell a bunny, a chipmunk and my husband a mile away!
So let us not take any of our senses for granted. In the words of
Ernest Hemmingway, "Try to learn to breathe deeply, really to taste
food when you eat, and when you sleep, really to sleep. Try as much
as possible to be wholly alive with all your might, and when you
laugh, laugh like hell. Try to be alive." And remember you have
control over all your senses. You don’t need to taste, to taste
success; you don’t need to hear, to hear your inner voice; you don’t
need to see, to see the truth; and you do not need to smell, to smell
love.
Pam
UPCOMING EVENTS – Make Reservations at Information & Assistance Desk 636-3055 ext. 3108
Volunteer Fair & Basket Auction
Saturday, October 11
9 a.m.-noon
Volunteers of all ages, from students to Senior Citizens: Want to Volunteer,
but don’t know where your talents might be put to good use? Come on Saturday, October 11 and find out. There’s sure to be a match for you. Among the
agencies that are sending representatives are:
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Catholic Charities
Albright Knox Art Gallery
Amherst Symphony Orchestra
Salvation Army
Hearts & Hands
Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village
Amherst Public Libraries
Buffalo International Airport
VA Hospital
American Red Cross
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Food Shuttle of WNY
Erie County RSVP
Alzheimer’s Association
Center of Hospice & Palliative Care
Buffalo General Hospital /Kaleida
Habitat for Humanity
WNED
Buffalo City Mission
Montgomery Park
MEMBER ORIENTATION Thursday, October 9 , at 10:00
a.m. All new members are invited;
current members are welcome to
attend for a refresher. Meet some of
the staff and learn about the
programs, clubs, classes, services
and
volunteer
opportunities
available. Make your reservation at
636-3055 ext. 3108 for both
orientation and lunch.
Also take advantage of the opportunity to bid on a wide variety of
fabulous baskets and Silent Auction items.
Thursday, October 9, & Thursday, October 23, from
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Betty Crockski’s Food truck will be in
the parking lot serving up fancy pierogi and homemade
sausage. Buffalo’s First and Only Polish Food truck.
BOOK REVIEW - Friday, October 17, 10:30 a.m. Experience the Joy every
minute of your life by author VR Amarasingham. Please sign up at the I&A
Desk or call 636-3055, ext. 3108.
COFFEE WITH THE CANDIDATES Friday, October 24 - 9:00
a.m. Be well informed before you vote on Election Day, November
4. This program is cosponsored by the League of Women Voters and
the Amherst Center for Senior Services.
Reservations at 636-3055 ext. 3108.
NATURE WALK On
Monday,
October 27, at 10:00 a.m. enjoy a 2
hour stroll through Walton Woods with
Naturalist Mary Hughes who will teach
us the beauty of nature. It’s a gorgeous
time of year so don’t miss out! Make
reservations at I&A Desk or call 6363055, ext. 3108
DONUT WALK - Join us on
Thursday, October 30, for the last
walk of the season. Meet the Walkers
Group in the Front Lobby at 9:50 for
a 30 minute or 60 minute walk. After
the walk we will enjoy donuts and
cider. Please sign up at the I&A Desk
or call 636-3055, ext. 3108.
Williamsville Art Society
Holiday Show
Reception: Sunday, November 2
2:00-4:00 p.m.
Amherst Senior Center
Chinese Auction,
Awards &
Refreshments
Show runs until
Wednesday,
December 3
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SAVE THE DATE
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 13
from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Contents
Book Club .....................................5
Camera Club ..................................9
Class Information ..........................6
Director’s Article................... 1 & 2
Club Information .................... 8&9
Games We Play .............................5
Health Related News .....................4
In Memoriam .................................8
Lunch Information ........................4
Movies ...........................................5
New Members .............................10
Social Discussion Groups ..............5
Social Worker News
& Support Groups .....................7
Special Activities....................... 2-6
Volunteer News .............................9
SHOPPING NOW AVAILABLE—
Amherst
Senior
Transportation
Services now offers a shopping service
to your local store. For details and to
see if you are eligible for the service
call 636-3075.
INFORMATION TABLES FOR SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) will be set up in the Lounge area
Wednesday, October 15, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 -noon
and
Monday, October 27, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 -noon
NUTRITION LUNCH PROGRAMS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
636-3059 for Reservations & Cancellations— Call 24 Hours in Advance
ARE YOU REGISTERED? Anyone who eats lunch here
LUNCHES ARE SERVED at noon each weekday the Center
on a regular basis needs to register with the Erie County Stay
is open and require reservations. at 636-3059 24 hours in advance.
Fit Dining Program. Those who are not registered will be
Menu subject to change
contacted to complete a short form.
OUR SALAD OPTION - We try to
serve a salad at lunch twice each
week. Salad may be ordered by calling
636-3059 or you can stop by at the
Welcome Desk. Salads are in place
of the regular entre.
Halloween Lunch – Friday, October 31 Calling all monsters
and ghouls! Join us for games and refreshments starting at
11:30 a.m. in the Dining Room. With lunch to follow at noon.
Dig out those costumes and enter our Costume contest.
BIRTHDAY LUNCH—members are entitled to a free lunch
the month of their birthday. For your free coupon, please see
Joanne Cole-Marshall in the Program Office.
RESERVATIONS & CANCELLATIONS Call 636-3059. Unless you make a reservation for lunch at least 24
hours in advance we cannot guarantee that a lunch will be available. To enable our Nutrition Staff to plan more efficiently,
it is just as important to cancel if you have a reservation and are unable to attend.
LUNCH COST - A confidential, voluntary donation of $3.00 per person is suggested by the Erie County Department of
Senior Services, not the Amherst Senior Center.
Call 636-3059—-24 Hours in Advance
OCTOBER 2014
Monday
Tuesday
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6 Baked Fish/Dill Sauce
7
Bnls Chicken Breast
Seasoned Spinach
Rice Pilaf, Chef Salad
Oatmeal Peach Crisp
Roasted Potato
Seasoned Spinach
Carrot Muffin, Pineapple
Alternate Salad
3 Scoop Salad
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Spaghetti with
Meatballs
Cauliflower
Chef Salad
Fruited Tapioca
20
1
Diced Potatoes
Broccoli Au Gratin
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Alternate Salad
Chicken Strip Salad
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Boneless Chicken Breast
Peas, Butternut Squash
Fruit compote
14 Herb Crusted Tilapia
Broccoli Cheese Rice
Zucchini & Tomato
Marble Cake
Ham Steak
Sweet & Sour Cabbage
Sweet Potatoes
Lorna Doones
Alternate Salad
Grilled Chicken Salad
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Sliced Roast Beef
Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
Carrots
Cookies
Roast Pork Loin
Cranberry Chutney
Sweet Potato
Creamy Dill Cabbage
Wednesday
Turkey Burger, BBQ Sauce
Beef Stew
Brussels Sprouts
Strawberry Bavarian
Roast Pork
Polynesian Sauce
Roast Potatoes, Peas
Brownie
Alternate Salad
Three Scoop Salad
Teriyaki Beef
Oriental Vegetables
White Rice
Pineapple Juice
Peach Cobbler
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Cabbage Roll
Ranch Mashed Potatoes
Italian Green Beans
Chocolate Bavarian
22 Stuffed Shells &
Meatballs
Broccoli
Chef Salad
Mandarin Oranges
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Vegetable Quiche
Cheese Sauce
Harvard Beets
Honey Bran Square
Butterscotch Pudding
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Thursday
Friday
3 Salisbury Steak
2 Italian Sausage
Rigatoni /Tomato Sauce
Mashed Potato
Parsley Cauliflower
Peas & Pearl Onions
Chef Salad
Cinnamon Streusel
Peach Bavarian
9 Breaded Pork Chop
Lazy Pierogi
Glazed Carrots
Spiced Apples
16 Turkey Bake with
Broccoli Cheese Sauce
Roasted Potatoes
Scalloped Apples
Alternate Salad
Julienne Salad
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Beef Patty
Mushroom Gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Broccoli
Butterscotch Pudding
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Breaded Chicken Breast
Mashed Potatoes
Peas & Carrots
Tropical Fruit
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30
31Chicken Drumsticks
Roast Turkey
Stuffing & Gravy
Glazed Carrots
Green Bean Casserole
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chili Con Carne
Corn, Rice
Grape Juice, Yellow Cake
Alternate Salad
Antipasto Salad
Meatloaf
Mushroom Gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Peas, Corn, Red Pepper
Cherry Cobbler
Mashed Sweet Potato
Green Beans
Donut
Apple Cider
Aging from the neck up Health Expo
Saturday, November 15, 9:00 a.m.-noon:
♦ Retina Care
♦ Dentistry
♦ Dermatology
♦ Hearing
Low Vision
Physical Therapy
♦ & More
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Saralyn Notaro Rietz, MD, an ophthalmologist with over 15 years of
experience specializing in diseases and surgery of the retina and vitreous, is hosting this free health fair at the Amherst Senior Center. It
features several area businesses and physicians with expertise in retina
care, dentistry, dermatology, hearing, low vision, physical therapy and
others, as they relate to the aging process. Many professionals will be
giving informative talks and are available for Questions and Answers
during the fair.
Aging from the Neck Up is free and open to the public. Please RSVP to guarantee a seat but walk ins are welcome.
Call 839- 9009 to reserve your seat today! Don’t miss this one of a kind event!
For more information about Dr. Notaro Rietz and the health fair please visit backoftheeyemd.com.
HEALTH RELATED NEWS & PROGRAMS
Make reservations at the Information & Assistance Desk, 636-3055 ext. 3108
DIABETES WORKSHOP Have Diabetes and want to
take charge of your life? Free workshop for adults with
Diabetes and /or caregivers. Continues Fridays, through
– October 17, 9:30 a.m. – noon. Call Cathy to register at
636-3055 ext. 3106.
level of hearing loss and the technology options
available to you, the greater the chances that you
will hear your best. Dr, David Nelson from
Audiology Service Associates will educate you to
make informed choices about your hearing care.
BEATING DIABETES/NEUROPATHY —
Friday, November 7 at 10:30 a.m. Diabetic
Neuropathy is a common complication of diabetes.
Learn ways to prevent or slow down its progress and
live a healthy life style .Dr. John Zilliox is the
presenter.
Reservations are needed for all of the following.
Make them at the I&A Desk or call 636-3055 ext. 3108
EMOTIONAL HEALTH FOR CAREGIVERS—
Tuesday, October 7 at 10:45 a.m. Presented by
Catholic Health.
CELIAC DISEASE AND GLUTEN FREE DIET—
Wednesday, October 8 12:45 p.m. Learn the signs
and symptoms of celiac disease and how to follow a
gluten free diet.
HEALTHY TIBITS at 11:30 a.m. in the Dining Room
Thursday, October 2 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday, October 14, 11:30 a.m.
Monday, October 27, 11:30 a.m.
SITTERS ON STANDBY—Tuesday, October 21 at
10:45 a.m. Learn about what they can do for senior
care needs such as companion aides, personal care
assistance, transportation, eldercare (non-medical) and
more.
HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION SESSIONS:
Univera - Wednesday, October 8, 2:00 p.m.
United Health -Thursday, October 16, 2:00 p.m.
Independent Health Monday, - October 27, 9:30 a.m.
MEMORY WELLNESS PRESENTATION—Tuesday,
October 28 at 10:45 a.m. General presentation on
lifestyle choices that improve memory/brain
health. Presented by Homewatch Caregivers.
AN ASSISTIVE LISTENING DEVICE is available for
programs scheduled in the Lunch Room and Activity
Rooms A and B upon request with a $25 deposit or your
driver’s license.
LUNCH SEMINAR: AUDIOLOGY SERVICES AND
HEARING CARE—Thursday, November 6 at
12:00 noon. The more you understand about your
IN CASE OF ILLNESS OR ACCIDENTS AT THE
CENTER: Please go to the Main Reception Desk immediately
and report any problems. Please note that our staff is trained to
handle emergency situations and keep the person comfortable
until further help arrives.
HEALTH RELATED PAMPHLETS are located in the
Health Resource Room for your convenience.
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MOVIE MATINEES - at 12:30 p.m.
Seating is limited; so please RSVP. Make reservations for movies at the I &A Desk, 636-3055, ext. 3108 up until 11:00
a.m. the day the movie is scheduled to be shown. All movies are shown on the projector screen in Activity Room A.
Closed captions are displayed when available. Hearing devices are available with prior notification. Popcorn is 50 cents
per bag prior to the show.
Tuesday, October 28 Maleficent starring Angeline Jolie.
A beautiful, pure-hearted young woman, Maleficent
has an idyllic life growing up in a peaceful forest
kingdom, until an invading army threatens the
harmony of the land. Rated PG, 1 hour & 37 minutes.
Friday October 3 Still Mine starring James Cromwell &
Genevieve Bujold. 89 year old New Brunswicker
Craig Morrison runs into problems with the system
when he sets out to build a more suitable house for his
wife Irene who is starting to lose her memory. Rated
PG13, 1 hour & 42 minutes.
Movies are free and everyone is welcome to attend, but people’s
tastes vary. Please review the ratings before attending. If a
movie is not what you expected, offends you, or makes you
uncomfortable, you can certainly leave.
Monday October 6 The Fault in Our Stars starring
Shailene Woodley & Ansel Elgort. Hazel Grace
Lancaster is sixteen years old who alternately loves
and tolerates her sometimes over-doting parents. Hazel
develops a crush on a young man in her Cancer
support group. Rated PG13, 2 hours & 5 minutes.
GAMES WE PLAY
COME TO THE LOUNGE AND PLAY A GAME!
Wednesday, October 15 The Other Woman starring
Cameron Diaz, Leslie Mann, & Kate Upton. After
discovering her boyfriend is married, Carly soon meets
the wife he's been betraying. And when yet another
love affair is discovered, all three women team up to
plot revenge on the three-timer. Rated PG13, 1 hour &
49 minutes.
MIND TEASERS will help boost your brain and engage
your mind! Stop in, give your brain a dose of exercise!
Thursday, October 2 at 12:45 p.m.
Tuesday, October 14, at 12:45 p.m.
PARTY GAMES
Tuesday, October 7, at 12:45 p.m.
Friday, October 17, at 12:45 p.m.
Wednesday. October 22, at 11:00 a.m.
SOCIAL DISCUSSION GROUPS
BOOK LOVERS CLUB —Thursday, October 16 at
10:00 a.m. Dear Life by Alice Munro. In story after story
in this brilliant new collection, Alice Munro pinpoints the
moment a person is forever altered by a chance encounter,
an action not taken, or a simple twist of fate. Her
characters are flawed and fully human: their stories draw
us in with their quiet depth and surprise us with
unexpected turns. And while most are set in her signature
territory around Lake Huron, some strike closer to home:
a suite of four autobiographical tales offers an
unprecedented glimpse into Munro's own childhood.
Dear Life shows how strange, perilous, and
extraordinary ordinary life can be. Alice Munro
demonstrates why she deserves her reputation as a “master
of short fiction”. In 2013 Alice Munro was awarded the
Nobel Prize for Literature. There is no fee to attend, but
members are encouraged to read books prior to attending
meetings.
WII BOWLING
Friday, October 3 at 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday, October 8 at 12:30 p.m.
Friday, October 10 at 10:30 a.m.
Monday, October 13 at 12:30 p.m.
Friday, October 17 at 10:30 a.m.
Monday, October 20 at 12:30 p.m.
Friday, October 24 at 10:30 a.m.
Monday, October 27 at 12:30 p.m.
Friday, October 31 at 10:30 a.m.
Reservations are needed for Bingo.
Make them at the I&A Desk or call 636-3055 ext. 3108
and check in which Room it is being held.
COFFEE KLATCH
BINGO —Thursday, October 9 and Thursday, October 30 at 12:45 p.m. Join us for fun regular bingo. Prizes
will be 25¢ per win. You can purchase up to four boards
for 25¢ a board.
Monday, October 6, 11:00 a.m.
Thurs. October 23, 11:00 a. m.
Join us in the Dining Room to share what’s going on
within the Center, topics in the news, and more. Get to
know the Center better. Meet new people. Feel free to
drop in for this informal chat.
CANDY BAR BINGO—Monday, October 20, at
10:30 a.m. Join us for candy bar bingo. Prizes will be
full size candy bars. Bring your favorite full size candy
bar as admission. If you are unable to bring a candy bar
you can pay $1.00. Bingo boards will cost 25¢ a board
with a maximum of four boards.
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UNIVERSITY EXPRESS—NO CHARGE
Make Reservations at Information & Assistance Desk 636-3055 ext. 3108
FREE Lifelong Learning for Adults
Age
55+
is
offered
through
UNIVERSITY
EXPRESS,
with
stimulating academic classes, free of
charge, to older adults. Topics include
History, Science, Current Affairs,
Humanities, Life Enrichment and
Wellness.
Thursday, October 9, 12:45 p.m.
Medicare improves Coverage for Skilled
“Maintenance Services”. Instructor Tony
Szcyzygiel from SUNY Buffalo School of
Law discusses these changes in Medicare.
Friday, October 10, 12:45 p.m. Buffalo
Mafia—This crime network stretched
across the tri-state area and into Canada
from the turn of the last Century to its end.
Presented by Lee Coppola.
Wednesday, October 15, 6:00 p.m. The
Burgundian Region of France– Claude
Welch, SUNY Buffalo Political Science Hill—Hear John LaFalce’s personal
Professor, discusses the region’s rich perspective and experiences during his
history and culture.
career which spanned the administrations
of 6 US Presidents from Gerald Ford
Monday,
October 20, 12:45 p.m. through George W. Busch.
History of Erie County Fair – Archival
photos and vintage video are featured. Wednesday, November 5, 6:00 p.m.
Presented by Marty Biniasz, Director of Pain & Neuropathy—Guy Wolfe, MD
Special Events for the Fair.
from UB Medical School, discusses
Wednesday, October 22, 12:45 p.m.
Active Weather in WNY– John Hitchcock,
National Weather Service Buffalo,
discusses how the local weather impacts
our lives during all four seasons.
diagnosis and treatment of pain.
Thursday, December 4, 12:45 p.m. —
The Evolution of French Fashion—from
the second Empire to present day.
Emphasis is on major designers like Coco
Wednesday, October 29, 12:45 p.m.— Chanel. Presented by Eileen Angelini,
General Wild Bill Donovan- Learn about Professor of French at Canisius.
this Buffalo–born, highly decorated
soldier, and founder of the predecessor of Friday, December 5, 12:45 p.m. Maya
the CIA. Presented by Judge Sal Angelou’s Life & Works - Linda Drajem,
Martoche.
writer and retired English Instructor at
Thursday, October 30, 12:45 p.m. A Buffalo State College, gives an overview
View of the Oval Office from Capital of this remarkable woman’s life.
Winter Registration 2015 Update
CLASS REFUNDS: Prior to the first session of class, all
course withdrawals and /or transfers will be subject to a $5
processing fee. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN AFTER
THE FIRST SESSION OF CLASS, EXCEPT FOR MEDICAL
REASONS. If you are uncertain that a particular course is for
you, we encourage you to audit the class, prior to registering.
AUDITING A CLASS: Members are invited to audit a
class of their choice on a space available basis. Auditing a
class permits the participant to observe only, but not physically
participate in the class. If interested, please stop at the
Volunteer Reception Desk and ask for a guest pass.
FEE WAIVERS: Are available for members having
difficulty meeting class costs. Applications are available in the
Social Work Office and should be submitted prior to registering
for classes. For current fee waiver members: If you have not
already verified your program eligibility, it is necessary to do
so prior to registering for your Winter trimester classes.
Please schedule a meeting with the Social Work Department by
calling 636-3050. For Confidentiality, any members who are
approved may submit or mail their class registration form
directly to the Social Work office.
HEALTH
INSURANCE
REINBURSEMENTS:
Members are responsible for checking with their carrier to see if
a portion of their Physical Fitness, Health and SelfImprovement fees can be reimbursed. If you plan to submit for
reimbursement, please check the box on the registration form
and submit a stamped, self-addressed envelope so a receipt can
be mailed to you.
FEE STRUCTURE AARP Smart Driving PROGRAM:
If you are a Senior Center member and belong to AARP, the fee
is $20. You must include your AARP membership number on
your check and registration form. If you are not an AARP
member, the fee is $25.
The Winter 2015 Trimester begins Monday, January 5
& ends on Friday, April 24. The Winter CATALOG will
be on-line beginning – Tuesday, October 14, 2014. If you
completed a Green Form, requesting a Class Brochure
continues to be MAILED to you, you should receive a
Brochure on or around the 15th of October.
ADVANCE Winter 2015 Registration for Amherst
Resident Members only, BEGINS MONDAY, November
10. Although NO Winter registrations will be processed
prior to that date for your convenience a “drop-off drum”
will be placed in the front entrance of the Senior Center
beginning Monday, November 3. Please place your sealed
envelope marked “Winter 2015 Registration” in the drum.
All Registration Forms received the week of November 3
will be considered the first day’s mail.
OPEN Registration for Non-Members and Non-Amherst
Resident Members BEGINS MONDAY, December 1.
Please be sure to register on time.
Make checks payable to the Amherst Center for Senior
Services and write a separate check for each class you
register for. We will accept one check per class from a
married couple, when both are registering for the very
same class.
If you would like confirmation, please include a selfaddressed, stamped business envelope with your registration
form. Please note a variety of classes, programs, and specials
are offered on Wednesday evenings. As always . . . Be sure
to check The Network for monthly specials!
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BOOK & MAGAZINE POLICY
Amherst Center for Senior Services Telephone Numbers
Center for Senior Services Offices ............................. 636-3050
Amherst Adult Day Services ...................................... 689-1403
Amherst Senior Transportation
Services Reservations ......................................... 636-3075
Amherst Meals on Wheels ........................................ 636-3065
Amherst Senior Citizens
Foundation, Inc. ............................. 636-3055, ext. 3125
Nutrition Lunch ......................................................... 636-3059
Senior Outreach Services ........................................... 636-3070
Special Event Reservations ...................... 636-3055, ext. 3108
Support Groups (information) .................................... 636-3050
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IN MEMORIAM
We extend our sincere sympathy to the families and friends of
these members who recently passed away: Betty Carleton, Illene
Cooper, John N. Crawford, Nancy Davies, Alfonso Gembola,
Louis A. Iannone, Patricia T. Jankowiak, William Jurchesen,
Rita B. Kaye, Dorothy T. Korczak, Mary K. Mooar, and Paul
Suchman.
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Donated books are for sale in the
Center’s Library.
Magazines for members' use are
available in the Library with the
exception of current issues of The New
Yorker and Smithsonian, which are
available at the Welcome Desk and
need to be signed for and returned to the
Welcome Desk.
Magazine subscriptions are made
available to members through the
generous support of the Amherst Senior
Citizens Foundation, Inc.
Do not bring in old magazines—we
prefer that you recycle.
“Heart Beats In Our Time” An
Anthology of the Creative Writers group
is available to be checked out. Please
inquire at the I & A Desk.
SOCIAL WORKER NEWS—call Deborah 636-3055, ext. 3130 or Angela ext. 3129
The Center has two Social Workers available to assist members with personal or
family concerns, or to provide information and referral to community services.
Deborah Zimmerman, our Full-time Social Worker, can be reached at 636-3055,
ext. 3130. Angela Jones is available from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Monday through
Friday at 636-3055, ext. 3129. Social Workers can meet with anyone who has a
need on a one-to-one basis.
Some of the services provided include:
♦Counseling Services—Discuss any concerns or problems you may face. Confidentiality is
strictly maintained.
♦An Employment Board for Seniors filled with opportunities for full and part-time employment is located outside of the Social Workers office, across from the Dining Room. Opportunities currently available are posted.
♦Health Insurance Information Counseling—HIICAP—A Health Insurance Information
Volunteer is available by appointment only.
♦Ιnformation and applications for HEAP and EPIC are available.
♦Get Well/Thinking of You—Let staff know if members are sick or hospitalized so we can
send a card to remind them they are cared about and missed.
♦Support Groups are organized to assist our members through difficult times.
HIGH ELECTRIC BILLS? You may be eligible for the Empower Program
from NYSERDA. If you receive HEAP, or your household income is below
60% of the state median income ($56,951), you live in a building with less
than 100 units, and have moderate to high energy bills, call Senior Outreach
Services, 636-3070 or Social Work, 636-3055 ext. 3130 or ext. 3129 for
assistance with the application process.
SUPPORT GROUPS
CAREGIVERS—Wednesday, October 15, at 1 p.m. in Classroom 3.
Call Deborah Zimmerman, 636-3055, ext. 3130 for information.
WIDOW/WIDOWERS—Tuesday, October 14, at 11:00 a.m. in Classroom 3. Call Deborah Zimmerman, 636-3055, ext. 3130 for information.
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP—Monday, October 6, at 11:00 a.m. in
Classroom 3. Please call 636-3055 and contact Deborah Zimmerman at ext.
3130 or Angela Jones at ext. 3129 for information.
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AMHERST ADULT DAY
SERVICES (AADS)
AADS provides services to people
who need assistance with daily
activities like eating, walking, and
personal care, or who need
supervision.
Our clients engage in stimulating
and entertaining activities and are
provided with meals and medication
supervision.
We will provide
loving care for your family member in
our clean, secure environment while
you run errands, attend to medical
appointments, or just take a break
from providing care.
Hours of operation are Monday
through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
For information, call Karen
Mitchell, Director, at 689-1403, Ask
about our free trial visit.
WHEELCHAIR VAN SERVICE for
Amherst residents who are 55-years-old
or older, and who meet certain
guidelines is available for medical
appointments for a reasonable fee on
weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Call
ASTS at 636-3075.
SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
(SNAP) is the new name for the Food
Stamp Program. It helps low-income
people buy nutritious food. Apply on
line at myBenefits.ny.gov. or you can
call Senior Outreach Services, 6363070.
SENIOR CENTER CLUBS
AMHERST LADIES GOLF LEAGUE The winners of the Pink
Ball Tournament that was held on Friday, July 18 are First
place - Linda DeMan, Norma Bianchi, Faye Schmitt and Rita
Maranto. Second place - Mary Ann Young, Dianne Richter
and Bea Schwartz. Golf will resume in the Spring.
AMHERST RECORDER CONSORT - Fridays, 9 a.m. - Call
Fern Smith, 633-6325.
AMHERST SENIOR MEN’S GOLF LEAGUE— call Rich
Marcille, 634-3669 for questions.
AMHERST SENIOR SINGERS - Wednesdays, 12:45 p.m.
Call Carol Mayo, 632-3929.
AMHERST TUNE-UPS- Mondays, 1 p.m. Singing songs from
the 50’s, 60’s, &70’s. Call Dan Brown, 692-3660.
BIKERS CLUB– Fridays at 10:00 a.m. Helmets required. Contact Pat Pendrak at 741-3523 for routes.
BILLIARD ROOM Center members play pool in the billiard room
anytime except during scheduled Men’s Pool Tournaments or
on Wednesday mornings on the 2 designated Women’s Pool
Tables.
BRIDGE CLUB - Fridays, 1 p.m. – Terry Florek, 839-3628.
BOCCE CLUB - Tuesdays at 1:00 at Basset Park. Call Nancy Haug, 6322765.
BOOK CLUB - 3rd Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Janice Dunne, 8322245.
CAMERA CLUB 2nd Tues, 1 p.m. & 4th Wed. at 6:30 p.m. Call
Ron Storfer, 633-5203.
CANASTA CLUB - Mondays, at 12:30 p.m., - Kay Ullman,
634-7580.
CHESS - Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m. –Call Bill Rich, 634-6884.
CREATIVE WRITERS GROUP 1st and 3rd Monday at 10:00
a.m. to noon. Contact Paula at 464-3985.
CRIBBAGE - Thursdays, 1 p.m. - Call Al Benz at 688-8786.
DOMINOES - Mondays, 12:30 p.m. Call Jean Hallac, 6886895.
DUPLICATE BRIDGE - Thursdays, 9 a.m. No Partner needed.
Not ACBL sanctioned. We play for fun. Call Dave
Stroud, 633-9338.
EUCHRE CLUB - Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m. Dorothy, 639-0430
or Dolores, 636-6147
GENEALOGY CLUB– Meets Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.
Questions, contact Ken Blackwell, 634-9651.
KNITTING CLUB Tuesdays, 9 a.m.– Library
MAH-JONGG CLUB Tuesdays, 1 p.m. Kay, 634-7580.
MUSIC COMBO Fridays, 12 Noon. Carol, 688-7679.
OPEN CARDS Monday, Tuesday, Thursday afternoons &
Friday mornings. Card Room.
PING PONG/TABLE TENNIS 12:45-4:00 Tuesdays &
from 9:30 a.m. to noon Wednesdays & Fridays in the
Health Resource Room. Contact Joanne Cole-Marshall
636-3055 ext. 3107.
PINOCHLE CLUB Wednesdays,
Haug, 632-2765.
12:45 p.m.- Nancy
QUILTING CLUB Mondays, 12:30 p.m. - Classroom 4.
READER’S THEATER Fridays, 1 p.m. - Members perform various skits. Call Carol Ennis, 688-7679.
RUMMIKUB CLUB Fridays at 1:00 p.m. Any questions,
contact Mary Migliore at 240-1101. Experience not
needed. Beginners welcome.
SCRABBLE CLUB Thursdays, 12:30 p.m. Carol Hensel,
689-7417.
STAINED GLASS Thursdays- 9 a.m. Call Tom Richards,
832-5641
WOODCARVING Tuesdays, 9 a.m. - Jean Pierre Aubertin,
632-3540.
WALKERS GROUP- The group meets Thursdays, in the
lobby, promptly at 9:50 a.m. Join the Walkers Group for
a 60 minute walk or a 30 minute leisure walk in Walton
Woods. Last walk until spring is on Thursday, October
30. Join us for cider and donuts after the walk. Any
questions contact Bill Albrecht at 565-0634.
AMHERST SENIORS DINNER CLUB
Your Dinner Club membership number is required to receive the member price. Guest price applies to anyone who is not a paid
member for the current year. Membership fees must be renewed each year. Call Myra Horowitz, 634-9223.
Cut out this coupon and MAIL with your check payable to: Amherst Seniors Dinner Club to:
Carolyn Takach, 25 Brookedge Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221 (632-7478)
FAMILY STYLE DINNER of:
Wednesday, October 15, at 5:00 p.m.
Santora’s Pizza Pub & Grill **
7800 Transit Road
Garden Salad, Mixed Vegetables, Garlic
Knots, Chicken Cacciatore, Roast Beef with
Members $25.00
Guests $27.00
Kimmelweck & Plain Rolls, Ziti with Red
Circle Category
Sauce, Dessert (Funnel Fries), Coffee, Tea
Name
____________________________
Phone_____________ Member Guest
& Soft Drinks. Tax & Gratuity is included.
Cash Bar.
Name ____________________________ Phone______________ Member Guest
Only reservations received by mail by
**This is Santora’s new location in the former Frog Hair Restaurant near the ramp for Sheridan Drive.
October 6 will be accepted. The Senior
Center does not forward/process Dinner
Club reservations. Make checks payable to: 2014 Dinner Club Member ID #___________
Amherst Seniors Dinner Club.
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Total Amount Enclosed ________
AMHERST SENIOR TRAVEL CLUB
Travel Club meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 1
p.m. at the Center. Information and flyers are also
available on the Travel Club Bulletin Board at the Center
and in the website issue of our newsletter at the Town of
Amherst Internet site: http://www.amherst.ny.us/
First priority for all trips is reserved for paid
Travel Club members.
DAY TRIPS REQUIRE FULL PAYMENT WITH
RESERVATION unless otherwise specified on the flyer.
A phone reservation requires full payment within 14 days.
Call Audrey Cherry at 688-7059 for more information and
check out the bulletin board for flyers and applications.
Upcoming Trips
December 3-5 Christmas in Bethlehem—tour historic
Bethlehem, PA at night, Christmas Concert at Allen Organ
Museum, Christkindlmarkt. Tour Scranton, PA Steamtown
National Historic Site. Two nights lodging, and 4 meals
included, $429 per person, double occupancy. $50 deposit.
Balance by October 21.
and lunch at the Grapevine Restaurant ‘s Banquet Room
afterward. $79 per person..
**All trips to/through Canada require a passport,
passport card or enhanced Driver’s license.
Save the date for Amherst
Travel Club Annual Holiday
Party Sunday, December 7 at
Sean Patrick’s beginning at
noon.
Thursday, December 11—Big Band Christmas
Spectacular Two– at SUNY, Fredonia Includes lunch at
Colony Restaurant in Silver Creek. $75 per person.
Friday, December 19—Holiday Pops with The Buffalo
Philharmonic Coffee and Donuts before the performance
AMHERST CENTER CAMERA CLUB
for several years. He has written photo books, lectures, teaches
workshops, and consults for NIK, Kodak and Epson. He will
share his extensive technical and artistic expertise. Submit up to
4 digital images for critiquing.
Wednesday, October 22, at 6:30 p.m. IT’S NEW, it’s a
VARIETY SHOW and it’s all about the BUFFALO
NIAGARA REGION! This program is a wonderful
opportunity for Senior Center members and their friends to see
our members’ pictures of architectural treasures in our region.
Members will present up to five images each with comments
pertaining to personal, photographic and historical interest.
(Members note: These images will not be judged.)
Members may submit up to 4 digital images for critiquing.
NEW MEMBERS WANTED! Do you have a digital
camera? The Camera Club is the place for you! Here, you can
get help, information, and inspiration! ! All Senior Center members
and their guests are invited to enjoy great pictures and to learn more about
taking digital photographs. YOU are invited to drop in at our open meetings
because extraordinary pictures can come out of ordinary cameras, the critiquing
of images sharpens one’s perception, technical help is available at all levels, and
it is just fun to look at good pictures!
Tuesday, October 14, at 1:00 p.m. My Approach to
Taking Photographs: How I Work with Digital Cameras by
Gordon Brown. Gordon has a BS in Photographic Science
from RIT, a Master’s in Education , and worked at Kodak
where he coined the name "T-Max", taught workshops and was
the Kodak rep at the Ansel Adams workshop, and many others
VOLUNTEER NEWS—Call Jodi Kwarta at 636-3055, ext. 3126
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER FAIR Saturday, October
11, from 9:00 a.m. to noon.
You will have an opportunity to
meet with agency representatives from all over WNY from
hospitals to theaters, to government agencies and non-profits that
all need volunteers. Learn more about their mission and what
kinds of volunteer opportunities are available. The Volunteer
Fair is free and is open to the public, so bring your grandchildren,
adult children, friends, and neighbors. Since many high school
and college students are required to complete a community
service component prior to graduation, this is a great chance to
make those arrangements ahead of time. We look forward to
seeing you there!
Stop by at the CLUB SALE on October 20 & 21. Handcrafted items made by our Senior Center Knitting Club, Quilting
Club, and ‘Stationary by Fran.’ are featured These sales provide
a holiday shopping opportunity and a chance for you to discover
unique and beautifully crafted gifts for your friends, family, and
even yourself.
BUY A TICKET, TAKE A CHANCE! The Senior Center
Quilters will be holding a drawing for an absolutely spectacular
quilt on Tuesday, November 25. Tickets can be purchased for
50¢ each or 3/$1 at the Club Sale or at the Welcome Desk.
WE SELL DOLL CLOTHES in our Gift Shop that fit
American Girl dolls. Our extraordinary volunteer (you know
who you are, Marian) is an incredibly talented designer and
sewer of these amazingly detailed little outfits. The Gift Shop
carries a wide variety of choices including dresses, pant suits,
pajamas, and holiday inspired clothing. The attention to detail is
impressive and the clothes are definitely less expensive than those
you would order from the catalogues. (These doll clothes are not
‘Official American Girl’ merchandise, but clothes made
specifically to fit them, by our volunteer.) All proceeds from the
Gift Shop benefit the Amherst Senior Citizens Foundation.
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ACCESSIBLE PARKING
The accessible parking
spaces in the Center lot are for
individuals with an accessible
license plate or hang tag.
It
is illegal to use someone else’s permit or
park with an expired permit. There is a
minimum fine of $50-$75 plus a $30
surcharge for a first offense. When you
see the symbol of access on a parking
space, be considerate of others’ special
needs and park in the regular parking
spaces. This law is enforced.
Amherst Town Clerk staff will be at
the Center on Friday, October 31,
10:00 – noon to provide Accessible
Parking Permits.
Applications are
available at the Welcome Desk and must
be signed by a doctor.
SPECIAL NOTICES
CENTER CLOSING: Please conclude your activities by 4 p.m. and be
prepared to leave so that preparations for locking the Center by 4:15 p.m. can
be made.
IN CASE OF ACCIDENT OR ILLNESS... If you are present when a
member becomes ill, or falls, please notify a staff member and leave the area so
that staff can help the individual.
TO HELP US BETTER ASSIST YOU IN AN EMERGENCY, let us
know if you have a new address, contact information, or health condition.
Information is kept confidential, and may be given in person or by telephone to
a staff member who knows you.
FIRE DRILL & BUILDING EVACUATION PROCEDURES: Diagrams that
show evacuation routes are posted in each room. For the safety of all, please be
prepared to act quickly when the alarm sounds. Your cooperation will help
insure everyone's safety
The LOST AND FOUND AREA is located at the Welcome Desk. Items are
held for 30 days.
The Center is equipped with SECURITY CAMERAS which provide 24
hour video recording both inside the premises and outside.
WE WELCOME NEW MEMBERS who recently
joined the Senior Center. Wendy & John Anstett,
Connie Beroza, Eugene Belleville, Mary Anne
Carucci, Ginger Crawford, Kevin & Margret Cribbin,
Pauline Fragale, Jeff & Linda Goodman, Richard Granger, Barbara
Gutowski, Donald Gutowski, Margot Hamilton, Maureen Kirkpatrick, Lois
Knoop, Carol Kruger,Madelaine Levy, Patrician Mangerian, John Nichter,
Shobha Nyalakonda, Pamela O’Connor, Fran Paskowitz, Mei Phillips,
Shirley Posner, Margaret & Vern Saeger, Jody Sanders, Phyllis Singer,
Mira Sinha, Mary Song, Steven Sonkoly, Denise & Michael Tarabas,
Barbara Tasch, Meg Taylor, Judith VanValkenburg, Roberta Vishner,
Terrence Weimer, Constance Weiser, Eleanor Wilson, and Angela
Zimmerman.
STRIKES SPARES & MISSES… Looking for interested members to form a
Wii Bowling league starting in October. Pease see or contact Joanne ColeMarshall 636-3055 ext. 3107.
PLEASE SHARE YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS WITH US! We will only use
your e-mail address for Amherst Center for Senior Services communication
purposes only (updates, advocacy, etc.). Kindly e-mail: permission to add your
e-mail address to . [email protected] Thank you!
Keep current on the latest news and see photos from the Amherst
Center for Senior Services & the Amherst Senior Citizens
Foundation by visiting our Facebook page at: https://
www.facebook.com/amherstseniorservices/
FARMERS MARKET— Thursdays
from 9 a. m. to 1 p. m.
at the front entrance
Farmer’s Market Coupons accepted
The Amherst Center for Senior Services has been designed to serve senior citizens. For everyone’s safety and
for liability reasons, we cannot accommodate children in the building,
except for specifically designated
events or by pre-arrangement.
The Amherst Center for
Senior Services values
your health and wellbeing and is a Smoke
Free Zone. Smoking is
not permitted within 25 feet of outside
entrances, operable windows, and
ventilation systems of enclosed areas.
For more information on smoking cessation programs, contact your health
insurer or American Cancer Society
101 John James Audubon Pkwy., Amherst, NY 14228 (716) 689-6981.
Amherst Center for Senior Services
Open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.- 4:15 p.m.
Special Evening Hours on Wednesdays
depending on scheduled activities
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