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The Prime Times
The Satie and J. E. Broyhill
Phone: 828 758-2883
Caldwell Senior Center, Inc.
Fax: 828 758-2348
650-A Pennton Avenue SW, P.O. Box 933
Medication Assistance Center: 828 758-2566
Lenoir, North Carolina 28645
Information and Assistance for Older Adults: 828 757-8635
www.caldwellseniorcenter.org
E-mail: [email protected]
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NC SENIOR CENTER OF EXCELLENCE
October-November 2014
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Annual Enrollment Period
for Medicare Prescription Drug Plans
October 15- December 7, 2014
The Medicare Prescription Drug coverage annual
election period provides current Medicare beneficiaries
with one opportunity each year (between October 15
and December 7) to select a new prescription drug
plan.
If you did not sign up for a drug plan or if your
plan doesn’t cover all the medicines you are currently
taking, you now have the opportunity to enroll in a
new or different plan. If you want to stay in your current Medicare Prescription Drug Plan, you do not have
to do anything.
Our counselors can help you to find the best plan
to cover your medicines, at the best cost, by using the
Medicare website to compare the plans. You will need
to list all of your medicines on a form we can provide.
Once your comparison is complete, we will call to set a
time to explain it and enroll you in the plan of your
choice.
For assistance, come by the senior center MondayFriday, 9-5 to complete the form needed and leave it
with us. We will call you when we have your comparison. Please be patient. It may take a few weeks.
QUALIFICATIONS & BENEFITS OF
EXTRA HELP FOR COSTS OF
PRESCRIPTION DRUG PLANS
Income limits to qualify for Extra Help are:
Individual, $17,505 Couple, $23,595
Asset limits: (cash, investments—do not count home)
Individual, $13,440 Couple, $26,860
With Extra Help, you save on premium costs, co-pays,
deductibles, and you may avoid a coverage gap. Please
call 758-2883 for an appointment with application
assistance.
GET TO KNOW YOUR TECHNOLOGICAL
DEVICES - Cost $10
Please call if you need to learn about your IPad, tablet, or
how to transfer and organize digital pictures to your computer. Classes are led by Loes Moore.
A minimum of three people are needed for a onehour session. We keep a list of interested people
so we can schedule a time when we have enough
for a class. Please call 758-2883 to sign up.
Thursday, October 23
4:00-6:00 p.m.
$7.00
Plan to join us for a delicious Fish Dinner cooked by our friend R. L. Icard. The
dinner will include fish, hush puppies, slaw,
beans and a drink.
You can eat here and socialize with
friends, or take-out plates will also be available.
Tickets will be sold in advance, so stop
by and get yours so we will know how many
to prepare for.
Halloween Bridge Party
Friday, October 31
11:00am-3:00pm
The Halloween Card Party
will be hosted by the Fun and
Friendship Club on Friday, October 31 from
11:00am-3:00pm.
Please bring a brunch snack. Prizes will be
awarded. Call to sign up for a table of four.
Cost is $10 per person. Register at the senior
center, 758-2883, or by calling Barbara Lowman,
758-0514, or Sheila Burns, 726-0180.
GOOGLEFEST FOR SENIORS
Wednesday, October 29, 8:00am-2:00pm
At the J. E. Broyhill Civic Center
NC’s first ever all-free ‘Googlefest’ will
feature workshops for seniors, including “Learning
All About Internet Browsing, Search and Internet
Safety” and training on services such as Gmail,
Google+ Hangouts and various apps.
Attendees participating will need to have a
Gmail account to register and interact in all of the
workshops. Space is limited, so register early by
going to https://sites.google.com/site/ncgoogfest/
register. Lunch is included in this event.
CRAFT CLASSES
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Craft Classes will continue this Fall! Sign up will be on
the first class of the month (see calendar). The cost for a
month of 4 classes will be $20.
Oil Painting, Mondays, 10:00-12:00 am
Taught by Marilyn Gragg.
Lap Quilting and Needlework,
Thursdays, 1:30-3:30
Taught by Jeanne Enloe
Knitting, Mondays 9:30-11:30
Join with the experienced knitters
and learn about new projects.
Wood Carving, Wednesdays 1:00-3:00,
taught by volunteer Larry Roberts.
Cribbage, Wednesdays, 1:00-3:00pm
New players are always welcome. If you
need someone to show you how to play, a
member of the group will help you.
Mah Jongg, 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 2-4pm .
Mah Jongg players of all levels are invited.
Senior Crafters
Meeting every Tuesday, the Senior Crafters
work on a variety of projects, which they plan
and lead. If you are interested in learning
about the group and their projects, or if you would like to
share your ideas and crafts with others, please give us a
call or plan to join the group any time.
Sudoku Workshop
Friday, November 14
10am-12noon
Beginners are invited to learn how to
master Sudoku puzzles! If you are
an experienced Sudoku player, you are also invited to
share your techniques and knowledge! Please call to
register, 758-2883. Fun for all!
FASHION PASSION
Fridays, October 17 and 24
11:00am-12noon
Let’s socialize through fashion eyes!
Let’s discuss what we wear, changing it
up, doing reviews of what is trending
online and in fashion magazines. Makeup trends, hair,
jewelry and clothes… what more can a woman ask for?!
Men are invited too, whether you want to discuss
something for your special lady or discuss men’s wear!
It’s a go! Invite your friends to come with you.
Please call, 758-2883.
“I am a Caregiver and I
Need Help” Program
& Caregiver Appreciation
Monday, November 24
3:00-4:30 pm
Are you a caregiver or do
you know a caregiver? If so, you know there are
many demands placed on caregivers, especially
those trying to balance work and family. The following agencies and organizations will be at this
program to provide information and answers to
your questions about caregiving issues.
Information packets will be provided.
Adult Life Programs
Alzheimer’s Association
AAA Family Caregiver Support Program
AAA Ombudsman Program
Caldwell Hospice and Palliative Care
Caldwell Department of Social Services
Caldwell Senior Center
Caldwell Veterans Office
Gateway Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Home Instead Senior Care
Lenoir Park Assisted Living
North Carolina Baptist Aging Ministry
PACE @ Home
Pendrys Funeral and Preplanning
Smoky Mountain Center
Help Personal Response System
November is National Caregivers Month! If
you are a caregiver, we want to celebrate you
by giving you a special gift at this program!
Please register to attend by calling us at 758-2883.
HEART CHECK PROFILES
This semi-annual blood test is offered to you through Quest4Life Wellness
Center and Caldwell UNC Health Care.
You will receive a comprehensive blood test panel for a
special cost of $15. You may pay and pick up your lab
slip at the Senior Center between Monday-Friday, October 13th-17th, 9am-5pm. Your lab will be drawn at the
Surgery Center (located beside Quest4Life on Morganton
Blvd.) between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.. Please complete your
lab by Friday, October 24th. You must fast for 12 hours
before the test for accurate results. (You may drink water as needed and to take any necessary medication.)
Test results will be mailed to you within two weeks.
MENTORING PROGRAM FOR
HEARING AID USERS
In cooperation with the NC Division of Services
for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, we are providing a program to help hearing aid users adjust to them. Trained volunteers will be on call to counsel anyone who needs their
help transitioning to hearing aid use.
Please call us at 758-2883 if you need this assistance, and
we will arrange a time for you to meet with a mentor who
will have valuable information for you.
Currently we send 2,400 newsletters free to our members. That is a very large expense, and we
appreciate donations to help with the cost of printing and mailing the newsletter. We also encourage
anyone with an e-mail account to give us your address so you can be sent your newsletter by email. Please send
us a note to [email protected] giving us your e-mail address. We will start sending your newsletter in that way to
save on costs and at the same time GO GREEN to help protect the environment. The newsletter can also be seen on our
website wwwcaldwellseniorcenter.org. Thank you!
October
2014
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
If you need to change your Medicare Prescription
Drug plan for next year, bring your list of medicines and complete a form we need to make a
comparison.
People who have had Medicare coverage have
until December 7 to make a change for 2015 .
People new to Medicare have an Open Enrollment
period of 3 months before and 3 months after their
birthday month to join a plan.
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Movin’ & Groovin 8:00
GetDown&Tone Up 8:30
Line Dance Level 1, 10am
Line Dance Level 2, 11am
Wood Carving Club 1-3
CRIBBAGE, 1-3
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Movin’ & Groovin’ 8:00
Smooth Moves 8:30
Senior Songbirds, 9:30
Knitting Class, 9:30-11:30
**Oil Painting 10-12
Sign up for October
$20 for 4 classes
THURSDAY
Senior Crafters
10:30-12:00
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YOGA
8:008:00-9:00
Line Dance Level 1, 10am
Line Dance Level 2, 11am
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Fun & Friendship Club
9:30-1:00
(Cards and socializing)
Movin’ & Groovin’ 8:00
Smooth Moves 8:30
**Lap Quilting and
Needlework 1:30-3:30
Sign up for October
$20 for 4 classes
Diabetes Management
Class, (2 of 6)
1:30-4:00
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Fun & Friendship Club
9:30-1:00
(Cards and socializing)
Movin’ & Groovin’ 8:00
Smooth Moves 8:30
Lap Quilting and
Needlework 1:30-3:30
Wood Carving Club 1-3
LIVING WILL CLINIC
1:30, Sign up please
CRIBBAGE, 1-3
Caroliners – 1:30-2:30
FRIDAY
Diabetes Management
Class, (3 of 6)
1:30-4:00
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****Heart Check Profile registration all this week. See page 2 of newsletter for details****
Movin’ & Groovin’ 8:00
Smooth Moves 8:30
Knitting Class
9:30-11:30
Senior Songbirds, 9:30
Movin’ & Groovin 8:00
GetDown&Tone Up 8:30
Senior Crafters
10:30-12:00
Line Dance Level 1, 10am
Line Dance Level 2, 11am
Caroliners – 1:30-2:30
MAH JONGG, 2-4pm
Wood Carving Club 1-3
CRIBBAGE, 1-3
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Oil Painting, 10-12
Movin’ & Groovin’ 8:00
Smooth Moves 8:30
Knitting Class
9:30-11:30
Oil Painting, 10-12
Senior Songbirds, 9:30
Caldwell Retired
School Personnel
10:45-12:30
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Line Dance Level 1, 10am
Line Dance Level 2, 11am
Wood Carving Club 1-3
CRIBBAGE, 1-3
Movin’ & Groovin’ 8:00
Smooth Moves 8:30
Knitting Class
9:30-11:30
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Senior Songbirds, 9:30
Senior Crafters
10:30-12:00
MAH JONGG, 2-4pm
(see page 1 for details)
Movin’ & Groovin 8:00
GetDown&Tone Up 8:30
Line Dance Level 1, 10am
Line Dance Level 2, 11am
Wood Carving Club 1-3
CRIBBAGE, 1-3
*****ATTENTION NC STATE RETIREES*****
Information about the State Health Plan Annual
Enrollment has been mailed to all retirees. Be sure to look
for the State Health Plan logo to ensure that you are reading materials sent by your plan. If you are satisfied with
the plan in which you are currently enrolled, you may keep
it and no action is required.
To learn more you may attend an outreach event on
October 14, 5:00 pm, at the SALT Block Auditorium, 243
3rd Avenue, NW, Hickory. Call 800-850-1992 to register.
Movin’ & Groovin’ 8:00
Smooth Moves 8:3
FASHION PASSION
11:00 –Noon
Call 758-2883 to sign up
Diabetes Management
Class, (4 of 6) 1:30-4
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Movin’ & Groovin’ 8:00
Smooth Moves 8:30
FASHION PASSION
11:00 –Noon
Call 758-2883 to sign up
Cost $7
4:00-6:00pm
Please get your tickets in
advance.
See page 1 for details
Diabetes Management
Class, (5 of 6)
1:30-4:00
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Movin’ & Groovin’ 8-9
GOOGLEFEST
Oil Painting, 10-12
Caroliners – 1:30-2:30
Lap Quilting and
Needlework 1:30-3:30
Fun & Friendship Club
9:30-12:00
YOGA
8:008:00-9:00
Caroliners – 1:30-2:30
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Fun & Friendship Club
9:30-1:00
(Cards and socializing)
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Fun & Friendship Club
9:30-1:00
(Cards and socializing)
Lap Quilting and
Needlework 1:30-3:30
Halloween Bridge
and Card Party
11:00am-3:00pm
Diabetes Management
Class (6 of 6), 1:30
LIVING WILL CLINICS, 1:30pm
October 9th and November 13th
Do you have a Living Will or a Health
Care Power of Attorney? Explanation of
these documents will be given on Thursdays, October
9 and November 13. Notaries and witnesses will be
available to help you complete the documents while you
are here. You will need to bring a picture ID or drivers
license. Please call to sign up, 758-2883.
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November
2014
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
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Movin’ & Groovin’ 8:00
Smooth Moves 8:30
Knitting Class
9:30-11:30
**Oil Painting 10-12
Sign up for November
$20 for 4 classes
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Senior Songbirds, 9:30
Movin’ & Groovin 8:00
GetDown&Tone Up 8:30
Line Dance Level 1, 10am
Line Dance Level 2, 11am
Senior Crafters
10:30-12noon
Wood Carving Club 1-3
CRIBBAGE, 1-3
Caroliners – 1:30-2:30
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Movin’ & Groovin’ 8:00
Smooth Moves 8:30
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YOGA
8:00--9:00
8:00
Senior Songbirds, 9:30
Oil Painting, 10-12
Senior Crafters
10:30-12noon
Caroliners – 1:30-2:30
MAH JONGG, 2-4pm
Line Dance Level 1, 10am
Line Dance Level 2, 11am
FRIDAY
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Fun & Friendship Club
9:30-1:00
(Cards and Socializing)
Movin’ & Groovin’ 8:00
Smooth Moves 8:30
**Lap Quilting and
Needlework 1:30-3:30
Sign up for November
$20 for 4 classes
Open 9-5 for
Exercise
and Socializing
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Veteran’s Day
Knitting Class, 9:30-11:30
THURSDAY
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Fun & Friendship Club
9:30-1:00
(Cards and Socializing)
Movin’ & Groovin’ 8:00
Smooth Moves 8:30
Lap Quilting and
Needlework 1:30-3:30
Sudoku Workshop
10am-12noon
Wood Carving Club 1-3
LIVING WILL CLINIC
1:30, Sign up please
CRIBBAGE, 1-3
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Movin’ & Groovin’ 8:00
Smooth Moves 8:30
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Senior Songbirds, 9:30
Knitting Class
9:30-11:30
Oil Painting, 10-12
Senior Crafters
10:30-12:00
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Movin’ & Groovin 8:00
GetDown&Tone Up 8:30
Line Dance Level 1, 10am
Line Dance Level 2, 11am
Wood Carving Club 1-3
Caroliners – 1:30-2:30
Knitting Class, 9:30-11:30
Oil Painting, 10-12
Caroliners – 1:30-2:30
“I am a Caregiver &
I Need Help”
3:00-4:30
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Fun & Friendship Club
9:30-1:00
(Cards and Socializing)
Movin’ & Groovin’ 8:00
Smooth Moves 8:30
Lap Quilting and
Needlework 1:30-3:30
Craft Bazaar and
Bake Sale
10am-2pm
CRIBBAGE, 1-3
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Movin’ & Grooves 8-9
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Senior Songbirds, 9:30
YOGA
8:008:00-9:00
Senior Crafters
10:30-12:00
Line Dance Level 1, 10am
Line Dance Level 2, 11am
MAH JONGG, 2-4pm
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Wood Carving Club 1-3
Craft BAZAAR & Bake Sale
Friday, November 21
10:00am-2:00pm
Seniors are invited to bring crafts and
home canned or baked goods to sell at our
Annual Bazaar and Bake Sale!
Space is limited, so please call to reserve a table
as soon as possible, 758-2883!
Everyone is invited to shop
at the Bazaar for holiday gifts.
Many beautiful and delicious
items will be for sale,
so mark your calendars now!
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CRIBBAGE, 1-3
Happy Thanksgiving! Closed for the Holiday!
TREASURED RECIPES VOLUME III
Are still available, and they make wonderful gifts
for Christmas, neighbors, and friends.
Here is a sample of one of the delicious recipes.
COCONUT COVERED FRUIT BALLS
1 stick butter
1 cup chopped dates
2 eggs
Dash salt
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup candied cherries, chopped
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 tsp. vanilla flavoring
1/2 tsp. almond flavoring
Coconut
Melt butter in heavy frying pan over low heat. Add dates.
Beat eggs, adding to salt and sugar. Beat well. Pour into
pan over dates. Cook until thick, stirring constantly. Let
cool. Add cherries, Rice Krispies, pecans, and flavorings.
Form into small balls. Roll in coconut.
Store in refrigerator.
Submitted by Linda Livingston
THANK YOU
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We greatly appreciate the donations from:
William Byrd
Barbara Smith
Ann George
Margaret Jenkins
Ann Bumgarner
Gisela Lile
Ina Martin
Jackie Hooper
Hoke Clark
Harvey Dancy
Line Dancers
Bub Keyes
Roger Hutchings
Nancy Molzan
Alvin and Betty Williams
Marsha and Bob Holden
Movers and Groovers
Best Value Hearing Care Center
New Members
Marsha Burgess
Linda Cowart
Judy Davis
Willa Dula
Weanona Eyler
Myra Haas
Merle Harris
Amelia House
Joanie Jessup
Becky Layton
Ruby McCroskey
Michael Mitchell
Phyllis Sinske
David Smith
Janice Smith
John Sprance
Deborah Walden
Jan Warren
Pearlie Williams
*****ACTIVITY IDEAS*****
SPONSOR A DAY
AT THE SENIOR CENTERA donation of $30 will sponsor a day at the Senior
Center! Donations may be made in honor or in
memory of someone on a day of your choice. Your
gift may also be made to support the cost of printing
and mailing of your newsletter, “The Prime Times.”
The operation of the center depends on contributions
and we sincerely thank you for any and all support!
NEW!!
Alzheimer’s Caregiver
Telephone Support Group
1st Thursday of every month
7:00-8:00pm
The Alzheimer’s Association Western Carolina Chapter is
now offering a telephone support group for individuals
providing care for persons with Alzheimer’s disease or a
related dementia. The telephone support group is designed
to provide the caregiver opportunities for sharing, education,
and support through a telephone conference.
Telephone support group participants and a telephone
support group facilitator connect with each other for on-hour,
confidential sessions once a month. Space is limited. For
more information or to sign up, contact Lesha Dodson at 1800-272-3900 or [email protected]
We appreciate the suggestions for two new activities, and
we hope for other interest. Please call us at 758-2883 if
you would like to be part of a Book Club or a Basketmaking Class. A volunteer has offered to lead the Book
Club. If we have interest in a Basketmaking Class, we
would also need to find an instructor. Let us know if you
know of one.
Low Income Energy Assistance Program
The LIEAP program assist families with heating. LIEAP
focuses on households with individuals age 60 and older
and those receiving services from Aging and Adult Services
Programs. Applications start December 1, 2014 and go
through March 31, 2015, as long as funds permit.
You must apply at the Department of Social Services, 2345
Morganton Blvd. SW Suite A, Lenoir, 2nd floor.
If you have additional questions , please call 426-8200 and
ask for the Low Income Energy Assistance Program.
Crisis Intervention Program
The CIP program assists families in a crisis for heating or
cooling. To be eligible, you must be experiencing a
life-threatening or health related emergency.
Life threatening is defined as a household that has no
heating or cooling source or has a disconnect notice for their
primary heating or cooling service and the health and well
being of a household member would be in danger
if the crisis was not alleviated. For questions, please call
Emergency Assistance at DSS at 426-8200.
CONTINUING ACTIVITIES/PROGRAMS
Senior Fun and Friendship Club – The Fun and Friendship Club meets every Thursday between 9-9:30 for socializing and card
playing. Card games begin at 9:30, and played regularly are Bridge, Canasta, Skip-Bo, and Phase 10. Join one of these games or start
one of your own. Bring light refreshments to share. A covered-dish lunch is scheduled on fifth Thursdays. Club dues are $15 a year.
Caldwell Senior Songbirds – The Senior Songbirds meet from September-May at 9:30 every Tuesday morning. They practice singing
together and then go to one of the area nursing homes to entertain the residents. If you enjoy singing with a group, come join the chorus.
Movin’ & Groovin’ – 8:00-8:30. Low-moderate impact aerobics, great music and moves every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Smooth Moves – 8:30-9:00. Class using hand weights and stretch bands to increase strength and flexibility, every Monday and Friday.
Get Down & Tone Up – 8:30-9:00. Floor exercises designed to tone and stretch - 1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesdays.
Yoga– 8:00-9:00am. Beginner-intermediate Yoga for Seniors, 2nd and 4th Wednesdays
Line Dancing – Classes are offered in three levels of pace and difficulty – Level 1, beginners to moderate; Level 2, intermediate to
advanced (both on Wednesdays); Caroliners, Level 3 fastest paced and most difficult (on Monday). New beginner basics are taught in
the Level 1 class during the months of September and January.
Billiards – A table is ready to use 9:00-5:00 Monday-Friday. Make your own games with old friends or come meet new ones.
Fitness Equipment – A variety of exercise equipment is available for your use in the Fitness Room of the senior center. Staff will
provide training on your first visit; then you can work out at your convenience between 9:00-5:00 Monday-Friday.
Puzzle Table– A table is ready with a picture puzzle to put together between 9:00-5:00, Monday-Friday.
Senior Crafters—
Crafters The group meets each Tuesday, usually at 10:30. Crafters teach and learn from each other.
Mah Jongg–
Jongg Players meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday afternoon from 2:00-4:00. New players are welcome to come and learn.
Cribbage— Players meet on Wednesday afternoon from 1:00-3:00. New players are welcome to come and learn..
Wood Carving—Classes are on Wednesday afternoon from 1:00-3:00
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MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Caldwell Senior Center is to provide services and activities which enhance the lives of
older adults, encouraging their involvement in the community, and providing advocacy.
OFFICE HOURS—9:00-5:00 Monday-Friday PHONE 758-2883
Prescription Assistance Center Phone—758-2566
Information and Assistance for Older Adults—757-8635
Fax—758-2348
***Email—[email protected]
Staff: Sharon Berry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Executive Director
Cyndi Akins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..Assistant Director
Barbara Hart . . . . . . . . . . Prescription Assistance Specialist
Nancy Holmes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Receptionist
A Caldwell County
Provided by Senior Community Service Employment Program
SERVICES
S.H.I.I.P. (Seniors Health Insurance Information Program) Volunteers
Staff and volunteers are trained by the S.H.I.I.P. division of the North Carolina Department of Insurance to answer questions about
Medicare, Medicare Advantage Plans, and Medicare Prescription Drug coverage. Also, Medicare Supplement policies, and Long
Term Care Insurance. Please call for information or an appointment with a counselor – 758-2883.
Blood Pressure Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Volunteer RN
A volunteer will be at the senior center on the 3rd Friday of each month from 9:15-10:00 to check blood pressures.
Legal Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Legal Aid of North Carolina Morganton Office
Staff from Legal Aid of N. C. Morganton Office comes one Tuesday of the month (as long as annual funding lasts) to make simple
wills for persons over age 60 and their spouses. An appointment is necessary. Legal services for civil matters are provided by the
Morganton office for seniors who qualify financially. Call us for information 758-2883.
Notary Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Senior Center Staff
We notarize documents such as Living Wills. Please call for an appointment – 758-2883.
Computer/Internet – Computers are available for your use Monday-Friday, 9:00-5:00. One-on-one tutoring is arranged by appointment.
Senior Tar Heel Cards – For people over 60, these cards may be picked up at the senior center to identify you as a senior citizen. Many
businesses give discounts to seniors. Good for free entry to county school sporting events.
Senior Meal Sites – There are four congregate meal sites in the County: Koinonia and Martin Luther King Recreation Center in Lenoir,
Kings Creek Baptist Church, and Shuford Recreation Center in Granite Falls. Nutrition Services Director for Blue Ridge Community Action is Mary Wright, who can be reached at 754-9085, Ext. 226.
Transportation— Transportation is provided by Greenway Transit. Call 757-8679 to schedule a ride. After the message, a customer
service agent will come on the line.
Medication Assistance Program – This program is funded by a grant from the NC Office of Rural Health and provides assistance with
Medicare Prescription Drug plans and applications to pharmaceutical manufacturers programs. Call 758-2566 for information.
Additional support is provided by United Way of Caldwell County
Information and Assistance for Older Adults- Call us at 757-8635 for information about services or resources in Caldwell County.
The Satie and J. E. Broyhill Caldwell Senior Center is open to all Caldwell County residents age 60 and better and
their spouses. A full schedule of activities is offered five days a week. There are no membership fees, but donations
are accepted to support the programs.
For more information about any of the activities, classes or programs, give us a call at 758-2883.