1. food and drink
2. desserts and baking

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DENNIS COUNCIL ON AGING
NOVEMBER & DECEMBER POETIC QUOTES:
“Dull November brings the blast, then the leaves are
whirling fast.” – Sara Coleridge
“I saw the lovely arch of rainbow span the sky, the
gold sun burning as the rain swept by.” – Elizabeth
Coatsworth
“So dull and dark are the November days. The lazy mist high up
the evening curled, and now the morn quite hides in smoke and
haze; the place we occupy seems all the world.” – John Clare
“How did it get so late so soon? Its night before its afternoon.
December is here before its June. My goodness how the time
has flewn. How did it get so late so soon?” – Dr. Seuss
“God gave us memory so that we might have roses in
December.” – James Matthew Barrie
“How like a winter hath my absence been. From
thee, the pleasure of the fleeting year! What
freezings have I felt, what dark days seen, what
old December’s bareness everywhere!”
– Shakespeare
Nov/Dec
2014
IN THIS ISSUE
Assistance / Support Groups
Calendar of Events—Nov.
Calendar of Events—Dec.
Clubs / Civic Groups
Computer Classes
Elder Law Notes
Fitness Classes
Health / Nutrition Info
Just for Fun!
Movie Matinees
News & Notes
Outreach Department News
Recreational Activities
Safety Tip of the Month
Special Events : Nov. & Dec.
Trip Opportunities
Transportation Services
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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
Flu Clinic
Saturday, November 1st from
9:00-11:30am. Don’t delay in
getting your shot this year!
See page 2.
Dennis Day Trippers
New program! Get out and have
some fun, with these great local
trips. Begins Monday, November.
17th. See page 3.
Election Day
Tuesday, November 4th. The
Dennis Senior Center is a polling site (Precinct 2). Polls are
open 7am-8pm. Participate!
Jingle Bell Brunch
Thursday, December 11th from
11am-1pm. Join us for great
food, live music, raffles, door
prizes and more! See page 4.
Senior Citizen Police
Academy
New program! Begins Tuesday,
November 4th for five sessions.
Don’t miss out on this unique
opportunity. See page 14.
Holiday Concert
Monday, December 15th at 2pm.
The Mid Cape Chorus presents its
annual holiday program. Always
a popular event! See page 5.
DENNIS COUNCIL ON AGING/SENIOR CENTER ~ 1045 ROUTE 134, SOUTH DENNIS, MA 02660
HOURS: MONDAY—FRIDAY 8:30AM-4:30PM
PHONE: (508) 385-5067 FAX: (508) 385-5288
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COUNCIL
ON
AGING NEWS
HOLIDAYS & MORE
The Senior Center will be closed on:
Tuesday, Nov. 11 for Veteran’s Day.
Thursday, Nov. 27 & Friday, Nov. 28 for the
Thanksgiving holiday.
Thursday, Dec. 25, Christmas.
Thursday, Jan. 1, New Year’s Day.
AND
Nov/Dec 2014
NOTES
FLU CLINIC
Sat., November 1st, 9:00-11:30am at the Dennis
Senior Center. Covered by Medicare
and most insurances. Call 508-3855067 for appointment. Bring your
insurance card with you. Sponsored
by Rite Aid Pharmacy in Dennisport.
Daylight Savings ends Sunday, Nov. 2.
Election Day, Tuesday Nov. 4. No dining or bingo.
Hanukkah begins at sundown on
Tuesday, Dec. 16th.
Winter Solstice (shortest day of the year)
is Sunday, Dec. 21st.
NEW FORMAT
The Cranberry Scoop has moved to bi-monthly
publication, and no longer contains advertisements.
Please help us save money on postage and sign
up to receive your newsletter by email! Call or stop
by the Senior Center to provide your email address.
ACTIVITY NEWS
New fitness class! Chair Zumba. Get in on the fun
and fitness in this seated class. This class will lift
your spirits while providing a safe workout. Wednesdays starting Dec. 3 at 11:30am. First class on Dec.
3rd is FREE! Come try it, bring a friend.
Chair Exercises: last class is Wed. Nov. 26, returns
in April.
Balance Exercise class is discontinued.
Bridge Class (Mon. @ 12pm) returns in the spring.
DISABILITY COMMITTEE PRESENTATION
Mon., November 3rd at 9:30-11am. The Disability
Committee of Dennis will have a presentation by the
Asst. Director for Community Services Office on
Disability for the Commonwealth. The Asst. Director
offers technical assistance on the many federal and
state disability related laws. He will offer an overview
on the various codes that impact people. Handouts
will be provided. Free. Seats are limited—call the
Senior Center by Fri. Oct. 31st to reserve your
seat, (508) 385-5067.
NAVICARE PRESENTATION
Join Kurt Mueller of Fallon Health on Fri., November
14th at 11am for a presentation on Navicare, a free,
no cost, no co-pay plan for people over 65 on
MassHealth. Refreshments will be served. Free. Call
to reserve your seat, (508) 385-5067.
FREE MEMORY SCREENING
Memory screens on Tues, November 18 from 1-4pm
at the Senior Center. Screenings help identify people
with potential problems, and provide reassurance to
those with mild age-associated changes in their
memory. For info or to schedule your appt call Hope
Dementia & Alzheimer’s Services at 508-775-5656.
MEDICAL DRIVERS NEEDED
HOLIDAY SING-ALONG
Volunteers drivers provide rides to medical appointments for seniors who do not have transportation.
Drivers can be reimbursed for their mileage. Stop by
to pick-up a volunteer application, or call us for more
information. Thank you!
Thur., December 4th at 10:30am. Join Eddie
for a fun sing-along of festive favorites!
SHINE NEWS: OPEN ENROLLMENT
During Medicare Open Enrollment (ends Dec. 15),
you can change your plan for 2015. SHINE counselors can help you with your plan’s changes, and discuss options. Call the Senior Center (508-385-5067)
to make an appointment with a SHINE counselor.
VILLAGE GARDEN CLUB OF DENNIS
Wed., November 5 at 1pm at Our Lady of the Cape,
468 Stony Brook Rd., Brewster. The Village Garden
Club of Dennis presents Master Gardener Paul Split
and his entertaining program “Decorating for the
Holidays.” Join us for some holiday inspiration!
There will be a drawing for several arrangements
created during the program! Suggested donation of
$5 benefits the Club’s Scholarship Fund.
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SPECIAL EVENTS
New! Dennis Day Trippers
Join the Dennis Council on Aging for these fun, local trips.
Limited to 12 people, so don’t delay—sign up today!
Monday, November 17th: Bowling (South Yarmouth). If you haven’t picked up a bowling ball
in years this is your chance! Includes lunch at Wendy’s. Cost: $15. Bus departs at 9:30am.
Monday, November 24th: Three-course leisurely lunch at the Canal Side
Dining, located within the Upper Cape Cod Technical School in Bourne
(prepared and served by the students). Followed by a stop at Market
Basket. Cost: $15. Bus departs at 10am.
Friday, December 5th: Trip to Wrentham Premium Outlets. There are 170
stores to hunt for bargains for everyone on your holiday list. Lunch at the
food court included. Cost: $15. Bus departs at 8:30am.
Friday, December 12th: Visit the “Enchanted Village” in Hyannis for a
little holiday magic. There are more than 100,000 lights in the “village!”
Dinner at Royal II in Yarmouthport first. Cost: $15. Bus departs at 3:30pm.
Monday, December 15th: The Dennis Council on Aging, the South Side
Civic Association, and the Dennis Police Department invite you to the annual Holiday
Light Tour. A wonderful buffet dinner follows. Cost: Free! Bus departs at 4pm.
Monday, December 22nd: Feeling stressed by holiday preparations? Come
relax and have a few laughs with a morning of bowling in South Yarmouth.
Includes lunch at Wendy’s. Cost: $15. Bus departs at 9:30am.
Stop by the Senior Center to sign up.
Trips must be paid in advance.
Seats are limited, don’t miss out!
Dennis Senior Center ~ 1045 Route 134
South Dennis ~ (508) 385-5067
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Jingle Bell Brunch!
Thursday, December 11th
from 11am-1pm
A great brunch buffet,
Wonderful live music,
And general merriment await you!
Featuring Raffles,
Gift Baskets,
Door Prizes,
and more!
Tickets are only $10 and
available now at the Front Desk
Dennis Senior Center ~ 1045 Route 134
South Dennis ~ (508) 385-5067
Nov/Dec 2014
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Holiday Concert
with the Mid Cape Chorus
“Sounds of the Season”
Monday, December 15th at 2pm
Light refreshments will be served.
Admission is free - donations to the
Senior Center’s Emergency Food Pantry
greatly appreciated.
MOVIE MATINEES
FOR
NOVEMBER & DECEMBER
RESCHEDULED: Jersey Boys (2014), rated R ~
Wednesday, November 19th, 1:45 pm
Brand new to DVD! The story of the musical group the Four Seasons—the rise, the tough
times, personal clashes, and the ultimate triumph of a group of friends whose music became
symbolic of a generation. Jersey Boys gets to the heart of the relationships within the group,
with a focus on frontman Frankie Valli, the small kid with the big falsetto. An allegiance to a
code of honor learned in the streets of their native New Jersey got them through a multitude
of challenges. Directed by Clint Eastwood.
Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol (1984) ~
Wednesday, December 17th, 1:45pm
Get into the holiday spirit with one of the best retellings of this Christmas classic!
Academy Award winner George C. Scott gives a powerful performance as Ebenezer
Scrooge in this truly heartwarming telling of Charles Dickens' beloved drama. At first,
miserable, greedy old Scrooge can't tolerate the revelry of Christmas, much less
comprehend its meaning. But visits from his former business partner's ghost and three
cautionary specters from the past, present and future force the man to soul-search.
A classic tale of redemption.
Dennis Senior Center ~ 1045 Route 134
South Dennis ~ (508) 385-5067
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TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
MEDICAL RIDES
Volunteer drivers will provide a ride to and from local medical appointments for ambulatory Dennis seniors
who do not have transportation:
 Drivers do not provide rides past Hyannis, except to OCB in Sandwich for eye surgery.
 Call the Senior Center at 508-385-5067 to request a ride; a minimum of a 48-hour notice is required.
 When calling for a ride, please have the name and address of the doctor, the date and time of your
appointment, and the complete address of the medical facility.
 Drivers will take you to the doctor’s appointment and then, if necessary, a pharmacy; no other errands.
 Only one medical ride allowed per week, except for special circumstances.
Checks should be made payable to Town of Dennis: Suggested donation is $6 per ride round trip
locally and $12 - $15 per ride round trip to Hyannis or Orleans. (OCB in Sandwich = $25 FEE)
SHOPPING BUS
Monday, 11/3 @ 9:15am: Hyannis ($5)
Weekly trips - donations appreciated:
Tuesday 10:15AM
Stop & Shop, S. Dennis
Monday, 11/10 @ 9:15am: Market Basket ($5)
Wednesday 10:15AM
Area stores, Dennisport
Monday, 12/1 @ 9:15am: Plymouth/Kingston ($10)
Thursday 9:15AM
To be determined
Friday 10:15AM
Stop & Shop, Yarmouth
Thursday, 12/11 @ 9:15am: Market Basket ($5)
Monday, 12/29 @ 9:15am: Wareham Crossing ($10)
 For reservations, call (508) 385-5067 at least one day ahead!
CAPE COD REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY (CCRTA) INFORMATION
Boston Hospital Transportation:
Enjoy comfortable, wheelchair accessible
transportation from Cape Cod direct to
Boston Hospitals. CCRTA provides medical transportation services on Mon - Fri by
reservation to 15 Boston area hospitals.
The bus stops in Wellfleet, Eastham,
Orleans, Harwich, Barnstable Commuter
Lot and the Sagamore Commuter Lot.
Reservations a must! Fare $30 roundtrip / $15 one-way. For reservations call,
(800) 352-7155, Monday thru Friday,
8am to 5pm.
Dial-A-Ride Transportation - DART (formerly “b-bus”):
CCRTA provides a daily door-to-door, ride-byappointment transportation service. This service is
available to all Cape Cod residents and visitors for any
purpose. DART service is available Monday through Friday
in all 15 Cape towns from 7am-7pm, on Saturdays from 9am7pm, and on Sundays 9am-1pm in most towns.
Dial-A-Ride Passenger Procedures & Requirements:
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Reservations can be made between 8am-5pm, Mon- Fri
by calling (800) 352-7155. Same day changes and
reservations are not permitted.
Reservations must be made by 5pm two days (or 48
hours) before you intend to travel.
Reservations can be made up to one month in advance.
Exact fare required, as drivers can not make change.
 Adults & Youth = $3 per ride
 Seniors and people with
disabilities = $1.50 per ride
 Children five and younger,
accompanied by an adult, ride free
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HEALTH INFO
BLOOD PRESSURE CLINICS - Offered the 2nd and 4th
GLUCOSE SCREENING BY VNA - 2nd Wednesday,
Wednesday, 9:30-11:00am. Walk-in.
8:30-11:00am. Walk-in.
CHOLESTEROL SCREENING BY VNA - 3rd Wednesday
HAIR DRESSER - 1st & 3rd Thursday, 12-4pm.
beginning at 9am. Call for an appointment, (508)
Jeannette Novacon is offering hair cuts for men &
385-5067. $7.50 fee.
women, $12. Call for an appointment, (508) 385-5067.
FOOT CARE - Routine foot care offered by Jennifer
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT - In our outdoor shed, in the
Reif, RN, for non-diabetic seniors on the 1st & 3rd
lower parking lot. Canes, commodes, crutches, walkFriday and 4th Thursday of the month, or as scheders, wheelchairs, shower seats, etc. are available.
uled. 30 minute appt for $28. Home visits may be ar- Drive up and go! Shed is open from 7:30am-3:30pm
ranged ($45). Call for appointment, (508) 385-5067.
Monday-Friday for borrowing / donations.
NUTRITION
MEALS ON WHEELS - Sponsored by Elder Services.
Meals are delivered to homebound seniors by volunteers. $2 per meal suggested donation. For more information, call Elder Services at 508-394-4630 and
ask for the “Information & Referral Dept.”
SENIOR DINING - Delicious meals are served at the
Senior Center five days a week, at 11:30am. Sponsored by Elder Services of Cape Cod. $2 per meal
suggested donation. For reservations, call Elder
Services (508) 385-5709 by 11am the day before.
COFFEE & SCONE / MUFFIN CART - Available Monday
through Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm in the lobby of the
Senior Center. $1 beverages / $1.50 baked goods.
JUST
Did you know? Sarah Buell Hale (1788 –
1879) is most responsible for making
Thanksgiving a national holiday. She was a
writer, an influential editor, and the author of
the nursery rhyme "Mary Had a Little Lamb."
Thanksgiving had previously been celebrated
only in New England. Hale wrote letters to five
Presidents: Taylor, Filmore, Pierce, Buchanan,
& Lincoln. Her initial letters failed to persuade,
but the letter she wrote to Lincoln in 1863
convinced him. The holiday was considered a
unifying day after the Civil War. Before it's
addition, the only national holidays were
Washington's Birthday and Independence Day.
DONATION
OF REFUNDABLE ITEMS
The Senior Center would appreciate your donation of
the following items (drop off in our lobby):

Empty, clean & dry refundable bottles and cans,

Empty printer toner cartridges,

Old cell phones,

If you receive Staples Rewards in the
mail and have no use for them, we
can use them too!
Thank you for your support.
FOR FUN!
Apple Spiced Cupcakes Recipe
Perfect for the fall and holiday seasons! Yield: 24 cupcakes
Ingredients:
1 package pound cake mix
1 Tbl. apple pie spice
3/4 cup milk
2 eggs
2 cups peeled, diced apple
1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
2 cups confectioner's sugar
6 tsp. lemon juice
24 Walnut halves
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Hale also worked to preserve George
Washington’s Mount Vernon plantation, as a
symbol of patriotism that both the Northern and
Southern United States could all support.
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Hale raised $30,000 in Boston for the completion of the Bunker Hill Monument. When construction stalled, Hale asked her readers to donate a dollar each and also organized a weeklong craft fair at Quincy Market. Amazing lady!
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Put 24 paper liners into two cupcake pans.
In a large bowl, mix together the pound cake mix, and
apple pie spice.
Add and mix in milk and eggs, until well-mixed.
Stir in diced apple and chopped walnuts.
Spoon batter into paper cake cups, to 2/3 full.
Place in the oven and bake 20 to 25 minutes, until done.
Use a toothpick to test for doneness.
Allow cupcakes to cool on a wire rack.
Mix confectioner's sugar and lemon juice.
Spread frosting onto cupcakes. Top with a walnut half.
November 2014 — Calendar of Events at the Dennis Senior Center
Monday
9:30
10:15
11:30
12:00
12:30
1:30
4:00
5:00
7:00
Young at Heart 3
Tai Chi
Thrift Shop
Disability Comm.
Presentation
Rug Hooking
Line Dancing
Senior Dining
Bridge
Chess
MCC rehearsal
Zumba Gold
Girl Scouts
Common Ground
8:00
9:00
9:00
9:30
10:15
11:30
12:00
12:30
1:30
4:00
5:00
7:00
Young at Heart 10
Tai Chi
Thrift Shop
Rug Hooking
Line Dancing
Senior Dining
Bridge
Chess
MCC rehearsal
Zumba Gold
Girl Scouts
Common Ground
8:00
9:00
9:00
9:30
9:30
10:15
11:30
12:00
12:30
1:00
1:00
4:00
5:00
7:00
Young at Heart 17
Tai Chi
Thrift Shop
Rug Hooking
Day Trip: Bowling
Line Dancing
Senior Dining
Bridge
Chess
MCC Rehearsal
Antiques Class
Zumba Gold
Girl Scouts
Common Ground
8:00
9:00
9:00
9:30
10:00
10:15
11:30
12:00
12:30
1:00
1:00
4:00
5:00
7:00
Young at Heart 24
Tai Chi
Thrift Shop
Rug Hooking
Day Trip:CC Tech
Line Dancing
Senior Dining
Bridge
Chess
MCC Rehearsal
Antiques Class
Zumba Gold
Girl Scouts
Common Ground
8:00
9:00
9:00
9:30
Tuesday
8:00
9:30
9:30
10:00
10:00
10:30
12:30
2:00
2:00
7:00
Wednesday
Young at Heart
4
Caning
Stitch and Chatter
Intro Windows 8
Golden Age Society
Sports Fan Club
Yoga
Sr. Police Academy
Seniors Alone
Square Dancing
8:00
9:00
9:30
10:00
10:45
11:30
11:30
12:00
1:00
2:00
6:00
Election Day; 7am-8pm:
7:00
no Bingo, Dining, Canasta 7:00
Thursday
Friday
Young at Heart
5
Thrift Shop
Zumba Gold
Golden Age Society
“Stock Market” class
Chair Exercises
Senior Dining
Poker — Ladies
Computer Club
Alzheimer’s Support
Cribbage
Athletic Club
Gamblers’ Anon.
9:00
9:00
9:30
10:00
11:00
11:30
12:00
12:30
1:00
1:00
1:00
5:30
6:30
Painting
6
SHINE counselors
Bingo
Intro iPad/iPhone
AA
Senior Dining
Hair Dresser
Mah Jongg game
Dominoes
Poker — Men’s
SMILE counselor
Yoga
Weight Watchers
8:00
9:00
9:30
10:00
11:30
12:00
12:30
Young at Heart 7
Footcare
Carving
Golden Age Society
Senior Dining
Cribbage
Bridge
11
8:00
8:30
9:00
9:30
9:30
10:00
10:45
11:30
11:30
12:00
1:00
6:00
7:00
Young at Heart
12
Glucose Screening
Thrift Shop
Zumba Gold
Blood Pressure Clinic
Golden Age Society
“Stock Market” class
Chair Exercises
Senior Dining
Poker — Ladies
Computer Club
Cribbage
Gamblers’ Anon.
9:00
9:30
10:00
11:00
11:30
12:30
1:00
1:00
1:30
5:30
6:30
Painting
13
Bingo
Issues iPad/iPhone
AA
Senior Dining
Mah Jongg game
Dominoes
Poker — Men’s
Retired Men’s Club
Yoga
Weight Watchers
8:00
9:30
10:00
11:00
11:30
12:00
12:30
Young at Heart 14
Carving
Golden Age Society
Navicare speaker
Senior Dining
Cribbage
Bridge
8:00
9:00
9:30
9:30
9:30
10:00
10:00
10:30
11:30
12:30
1:00
2:00
2:00
7:00
Young at Heart 18
COA Board
Bingo
Caning
Stitch and Chatter
Golden Age Society
Issues Windows 8
Sports Fan Club
Senior Dining
Yoga
Canasta/Hand&Foot
Sr. Police Academy
Seniors Alone
Square Dancing
8:00
9:00
9:00
9:30
10:00
10:00
10:45
11:30
11:30
12:00
1:00
1:45
2:00
6:00
6:00
7:00
Young at Heart
19
Cholesterol Screening
Thrift Shop
Zumba Gold
Golden Age Society
“Online Shopping”
“Stock Market” class
Chair Exercises
Senior Dining
Poker — Ladies
Computer Club
Movie: Jersey Boys
Alzheimer’s Support
Cribbage
Autism Support
Gamblers’ Anon.
9:00
9:00
9:30
10:00
11:00
11:30
12:00
12:30
1:00
1:00
1:00
5:30
6:30
Painting
20
SHINE counselors
Bingo
Drop-in computer
AA
Senior Dining
Hair Dresser
Mah Jongg game
Stroke Support
Dominoes
Poker — Men’s
Yoga
Weight Watchers
8:00
9:00
9:00
9:30
10:00
11:30
12:00
12:30
Young at Heart 21
Footcare
Rep. Cleon Turner
Carving
Golden Age Society
Senior Dining
Cribbage
Bridge
8:00
9:00
9:30
9:30
9:30
10:00
10:00
11:30
12:30
12:30
1:00
1:00
2:00
2:00
7:00
Young at Heart 25
SHINE counselors
Caning
Stitch and Chatter
Bingo
Golden Age Society
Drop-in computer
Senior Dining
Yoga
Bridge
COA Directors
Canasta/Hand&Foot
Sr. Police Academy
Seniors Alone
Square Dancing
8:00 Young at Heart
26
9:00 Thrift Shop
9:30 Blood Pressure Clinic
9:30 Zumba Gold
10:00 Golden Age Society
11:30 Chair Exercises
11:30 Senior Dining
12:00 Poker — Ladies
1:00 Computer Club
6:00 Cribbage
7:00 Gamblers’ Anon.
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December 2014 — Calendar of Events at the Dennis Senior Center
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
8:00
9:00
9:00
9:30
9:30
10:15
11:30
12:00
12:30
1:00
4:00
5:00
7:00
Young at Heart 11
Tai Chi
Thrift Shop
Disability Comm.
Rug Hooking
Line Dancing
Senior Dining
Bridge
Chess
MCC rehearsal
Zumba Gold
Girl Scouts
Common Ground
8:00
9:00
9:30
9:30
9:30
10:00
10:00
11:30
12:30
12:30
1:00
2:00
2:00
7:00
Young at Heart
2
SHINE counselors
Bingo
Caning
Stitch and Chatter
Intro Windows 8
Golden Age Society
Senior Dining
Yoga
Chess
Canasta/Hand&Foot
Sr. Police Academy
Seniors Alone
Square Dancing
8:00
9:00
9:30
10:00
10:45
11:30
11:30
12:00
1:00
2:00
6:00
7:00
7:00
Young at Heart
3
Thrift Shop
Zumba Gold
Golden Age Society
“Stock Market” class
Chair Zumba
Senior Dining
Poker — Ladies
Computer Club
Alzheimer’s Support
Cribbage
Athletic Club
Gamblers’ Anon.
9:00 Painting
4
9:00 SHINE counselors
9:30 Bingo
10:00 Intro iPad/iPhone
10:30 Holiday Sing-along
11:00 AA
11:30 Senior Dining
12:00 Hair Dresser
12:30 Mah Jongg game
1:00 Dominoes
1:00 Poker — Men’s
1:00 SMILE counselor
5:30 Yoga
6:30 Weight Watchers
8:00 Young at Heart 5
8:30 Day Trip:Wrentham
9:00 Footcare
9:30 Carving
10:00 Golden Age Society
11:30 Senior Dining
12:00 Cribbage
12:30 Bridge
8:00
9:00
9:00
9:30
10:15
11:30
12:00
12:30
1:00
4:00
5:00
7:00
Young at Heart 8
Tai Chi
Thrift Shop
Rug Hooking
Line Dancing
Senior Dining
Bridge
Chess
MCC rehearsal
Zumba Gold
Girl Scouts
Common Ground
8:00
9:00
9:30
9:30
9:30
10:00
10:00
11:30
12:30
1:00
2:00
2:00
7:00
Young at Heart
9
SHINE counselors
Bingo
Caning
Stitch and Chatter
Issues Windows 8
Golden Age Society
Senior Dining
Yoga
Canasta/Hand&Foot
Sr. Police Academy
Seniors Alone
Square Dancing
8:00
8:30
9:00
9:30
9:30
10:00
11:30
11:30
12:00
1:00
6:00
7:00
Young at Heart
10
Glucose Screening
Thrift Shop
Zumba Gold
Blood Pressure Clinic
Golden Age Society
Chair Zumba
Senior Dining
Poker — Ladies
Computer Club
Cribbage
Gamblers’ Anon.
9:30 Bingo
11
10:00 Issues iPad/iPhone
11:00 Jingle Bell Brunch
11:00 AA
11:30 Senior Dining
12:30 Mah Jongg game
1:00 Dominoes
1:00 Poker — Men’s
5:30 Yoga
6:30 Weight Watchers
8:00
9:30
10:00
11:30
12:00
12:30
3:30
Young at Heart 12
Carving
Golden Age Society
Senior Dining
Cribbage
Bridge
Day Trip:
Enchanted Village
8:00
9:00
9:00
9:30
10:15
11:30
12:00
12:30
1:00
2:00
4:00
4:00
5:00
7:00
Young at Heart 15
Tai Chi
Thrift Shop
Rug Hooking
Line Dancing
Senior Dining
Bridge
Chess
Antiques Class
Holiday Concert
Zumba Gold
Day Trip: Lights
Girl Scouts
Common Ground
8:00 Young at Heart
16
9:00 COA Board
9:30 Bingo
9:30 Caning
9:30 Stitch and Chatter
10:00 Drop-in computer
10:00 Golden Age Society
10:30 Sports Fan Club
11:30 Senior Dining
12:30 Yoga
1:00 Canasta/Hand&Foot
2:00 Seniors Alone
7:00 Square Dancing
8:00
9:00
9:00
9:30
10:00
10:00
11:30
11:30
12:00
1:00
1:45
2:00
6:00
6:00
7:00
Young at Heart
17
Cholesterol Screening
Thrift Shop
Zumba Gold
Golden Age Society
“Why Facebook?”
Chair Zumba
Senior Dining
Poker — Ladies
Computer Club
Movie: Xmas Carol
Alzheimer’s Support
Autism Support
Cribbage
Gamblers’ Anon.
9:00
9:30
10:00
11:00
11:30
12:00
12:30
1:00
1:00
1:00
5:30
6:30
Painting
18
Bingo
Drop-in computer
AA
Senior Dining
Hair Dresser
Mah Jongg game
Stroke Support
Dominoes
Poker — Men’s
Yoga
Weight Watchers
8:00
9:00
9:00
9:30
10:00
11:30
12:00
12:30
Young at Heart 19
Footcare
Rep. Cleon Turner
Carving
Golden Age Society
Senior Dining
Cribbage
Bridge
8:00
9:00
9:00
9:30
9:30
10:15
11:30
12:00
12:30
1:00
4:00
7:00
Young at Heart 22
Tai Chi
Thrift Shop
Day Trip: Bowling
Rug Hooking
Line Dancing
Senior Dining
Bridge
Chess
Antiques Class
Zumba Gold
Common Ground
8:00
9:30
9:30
9:30
10:00
11:30
12:30
12:30
1:00
1:00
2:00
7:00
Young at Heart
23
Caning
Stitch and Chatter
Bingo
Golden Age Society
Senior Dining
Yoga
Bridge
COA Directors
Canasta/Hand&Foot
Seniors Alone
Square Dancing
8:00
9:00
9:30
9:30
10:00
11:30
12:00
1:00
6:00
7:00
Young at Heart
24
Thrift Shop
Blood Pressure Clinic
Zumba Gold
Golden Age Society
Senior Dining
Poker — Ladies
Computer Club
Cribbage
Gamblers’ Anon.
8:00
9:30
10:00
11:30
12:00
12:30
Young at Heart 26
Carving
Golden Age Society
Senior Dining
Cribbage
Bridge
8:00
9:00
9:00
9:30
10:15
11:30
12:00
12:30
4:00
7:00
Young at Heart 29 8:00 Young at Heart
30
Tai Chi
9:30 Caning
Thrift Shop
9:30 Stitch and Chatter
Rug Hooking
9:30 Bingo
Line Dancing
10:00 Golden Age Society
Senior Dining
11:30 Senior Dining
Bridge
12:30 Yoga
Chess
1:00 Canasta/Hand&Foot
Zumba Gold
2:00 Seniors Alone
Common Ground
7:00 Square Dancing
8:00
9:00
9:30
10:00
11:30
11:30
12:00
1:00
6:00
7:00
25
Center Closed
Young at Heart
31
Thrift Shop
Zumba Gold
Golden Age Society
Chair Zumba
Senior Dining
Poker — Ladies
Computer Club
Cribbage
Gamblers’ Anon.
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Nov/Dec 2014
FITNESS CLASSES
CHAIR EXERCISES with Pat Ryle
Note: No classes December-March! A great, lowimpact fitness routine. Suitable for all fitness levels,
Wednesdays, 11:30am $2 per session
NEW! CHAIR ZUMBA with Julie Rich
The first class on 12/3 is free! Join in
on the Zumba fitness craze with this
modified, safe, yet fun, seated workout.
No class 12/24.
Wednesdays, 11:30am $5 per session
YOGA with Allison Atwood
Tuesday, 12:30pm. — Hatha Yoga
Thursday, 5:30pm. — Standing postures
to balance, strengthen and energize. Finish
with seated chair positions. 4 weeks/$30
YOUNG AT HEART (VNA) various instructors
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday, 8am.
Includes aerobics, strength training, stretching &
balance exercises, set to fun music. To register, call
Amy at 508-957-7423. 20-class session/$40
LINE DANCING with Lucky Donovan
Mondays, 10:15am $6 per session
QI GONG and TAI CHI with Joyce Phillips
Discover better balance & flexibility at any age with
gentle Qi Gong & Tai Chi exercises. Try your first
class for free! Mondays, 9am. 5 classes—$30
ZUMBA GOLD with Christina Arabadzhieva
Dance yourself into shape! Set to lively music.
Mondays at 4pm and Wednesdays at 9:30am.
Single Class/Drop-in =$10
1 class a week = $20 month
2 classes per week (Mon & Wed) = $35 month
WALK and TALK at Johnny Kelley Park Pavilion.
Every weekday — 9:30 am
Dog Walkers—7:30am (dog optional - join us!)
Times
7:30am
Monday
Tuesday
“dog” Walk & Talk “dog” Walk & Talk “dog” Walk & Talk
(@ J. Kelley Park) (@ J. Kelley Park) (@ J. Kelley Park)
8:00am
Young at Heart
9:00am
Tai Chi & Qi Gong
9:30am
Walk & Talk
Walk & Talk
(@ J. Kelley Park) (@ J. Kelley Park)
10:15am
Young at Heart
Thursday
Young at Heart
Zumba Gold /
Walk & Talk
Young at Heart
Walk & Talk
Walk & Talk
(@ J. Kelley Park) (@ J. Kelley Park)
Chair Exercises
(last class 11/26)
Chair Zumba—
begins 12/3
12:30pm
Friday
“dog” Walk & Talk “dog” Walk & Talk
(@ J. Kelley Park) (@ J. Kelley Park)
Line Dancing
11:30am
4:00pm
Wednesday
Yoga
Zumba Gold
5:30pm
Yoga
EXERCISE CLASSES REFUND POLICY: If you pay for
an exercise class but are unable to attend, there are no
refunds. Exceptions at the discretion of the COA Director.
THE CRANBERRY SCOOP
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
Nov/Dec 2014
ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES - 11/17 & 11/24 or 12/15
& 12/22 from 1-3pm. $22. Register: 508-385-5067.
DOMINOES Thursdays at 1pm.
BINGO Every Tuesday & Thursday, 9:30am.
MAH JONGG Every Thursday, 12:30 pm.
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MOVIE November 19th at 1:45pm and
December 17th at 1:45pm.
CANDLEPIN BOWLING Every Wed, 1pm at Ryan’s Family
Amusement, Rt 28, S. Yarmouth, $8
CHESS New day! Mondays at 12:30pm. Contact Doug
Bernard: 662-3356 or [email protected].
PAINTING GROUP Calling all painters! Every Thurs at 9am. (none 12/11)
BRIDGE - Game(s): Mondays at 12pm / 2nd & 4th
Tuesdays at 12:30pm / Fridays at 12:30pm
POKER Ladies: Wednesdays, 12pm
Mens: Thursdays, 1pm
RUG HOOKING Mondays at 9:30am.
CANASTA / HAND & FOOT - Tuesdays, 1pm.
CANING Every Tuesday, 9:30am.
SQUARE DANCING Tuesdays, 7pm. Join the fun!
CARVING Every Friday, 9:30am.
STITCH & CHATTER Every Tuesday, 9:30am.
CRIBBAGE Class: begins Tues. Jan. 6 at 5:30pm. Contact Jack
Puleo at 508-760-1999 to register.
Game: Fridays, 12pm & Wednesdays, 6pm.
TRIP OPPORTUNITIES
THRIFT SHOP Monday & Wednesday, 9am-12pm. Donations
accepted on Mondays between 10-11am only,
please. Clean, seasonal clothes only, please.
WITH
FRIENDS
OF
DENNIS SENIOR CITIZENS
To make reservations, call Marie at (508) 385-5376 or stop by and see our trip table in the main
lobby. Friends of Dennis office is open: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-1:00 pm.
Newport Servant’s Life—upstairs/downstairs
Monday, November 10
Newport Playhouse, “Brighton Beach Memoirs” Wednesday, November 12
Christmas in Nashville & Memphis
Wed.-Thurs, Nov. 12-20
New York, New York!
Sat.-Sun., Nov. 15-16
What’s Cooking on Federal Hill
Wednesday, November 19
“Trip to Bountiful”, Cicely Tyson
Sunday, November 23
“Mannheim Steamroller Christmas”
Friday, November 28
Deerfield Country Christmas Craft Fair
Saturday, November 29
An Amish Christmas with Winterthur Mansion Fri.-Sun., December 5-7
Freeport Shopping Express
Saturday, December 6
Christmas Mystery Tour
Monday, December 8
Big Apple Holiday w optional Radio City Show Tuesday, December 9
Newport Playhouse, “Lie, Cheat & Genuflect” Thursday, December 11
Christmas with the Boston Pops
Friday, December 12
Christmas at the Trapp Family Lodge
Fri.-Sun., December 12-14
Camelot at Providence Performing Center
Saturday, December 13
A Vanderbilt Christmas in Newport
Monday, December 15
$ 105.
$ 96.
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$
65.
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72.
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$
96.
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$ 599.
$ 115.
$
95.
Meal
Meal
Meals
Meals
Meal
No Meal
No Meal
No Meal
Meals
No Meal
Meal
No Meal
Meal
No Meal
Meals
No Meal
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THE CRANBERRY SCOOP
COMPUTER COURSES
FOR
Nov/Dec 2014
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER
No pre-registration necessary, just show up!
All classes & drop-in hours meet in the computer lab
downstairs from 10-11:30am.
INTRO TO WINDOWS 8
TUES NOV 4TH or TUES DEC 2ND
10-11:30AM
For absolute beginners to Windows 8 and
Windows 8.1 products. For those with the
relevant machine, but no experience.
[FEE: $15; new textbook available.]
ISSUES WITH WINDOWS 8
TUES NOV 18TH or TUES DEC 9TH
10-11:30AM
For those who have already stumbled
around/have limited experience, bring
your questions to this session.
[No fee - donations appreciated.]
WED NOV 19TH 10-11:30AM
ONLINE HOLIDAY SHOPPING
[$5 suggested donation.]
INTRO TO IPAD & IPHONE
THU NOV 6TH or THU DEC 4TH
10-11:30AM
For absolute beginners with Apple /
Mac i-products. For those with the
relevant machine, but no experience.
[FEE: $15; new textbook available.]
ISSUES WITH IPAD/IPHONE
THU NOV 13TH or THU DEC 11TH
10-11:30AM
For those who have already stumbled
around/have limited experience, bring
your questions to this session.
[No fee - donations appreciated.]
SPECIAL
TOPICS!
DROP-IN HOURS 10-11:30AM
Instructor available to chat about any
computer related issue:
Thu Nov 20th
Tues Nov 25th
Tues Dec 16th
Thu Dec 18th
Do you have interest in keeping your family history
online? We are planning on offering a 4 session class on
Ancestry.com in January. If interested, please contact
David Dickerman at 508-385-3735 or
[email protected].
WED DEC 17TH
10-11:30AM
WHY SENIORS SHOULD USE
FACEBOOK
[$5 suggested donation.]
WEDNESDAY COMPUTER CLUB
Did you know that our Wednesday Computer
Club is 15 years old? All are welcome. The
group meets every Wednesday of the year that
the Senior Center is open from 1:00-2:30pm.
The conversation varies widely, but usually
within the broad fields of computer use and information technology. [$1 suggested donation.]
No pre-registration necessary. Any applicable fees may be paid at the time of the class (checks payable to
the Town of Dennis). Our instructors: Ron Belyea, David Dickerman, Mike McBride, June Ann White.
The Dean of the Teaching Program at the Warren Holland Computer Learning Center is David Dickerman.
Please address all questions or comments to David at [email protected] or 508-385-3735.
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Nov/Dec 2014
NEWS
FROM THE
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OUTREACH DEPARTMENT
Fuel Assistance Season Officially Begins November First
If you are renewing, and have received your renewal form, call for an appointment to have
us check your documentation and make copies. You want to be sure you have included
everything on the list. You must send documentation every year.
If you are applying for the first time, call now to schedule an appointment. The season runs from
November through April. The applications are here and must remain in the building. We cannot mail them.
We can come out for a home visit and do the application but only if you do not have transport or are unable
to take the DART bus (Dial-a-Ride transportation, formerly the B-bus).
We encourage folks to come here as we need to make copies of your documentation.
What you need for your appointment:
Proof of income for everyone living under your roof: If you are on Social Security, we need the
BENEFITS LETTER ( a bank statement is not acceptable if you are new applicant), also
documentation of pensions, interest, dividend statements, annuity income, wages, alimony, four
pay stubs, child support…any form of income.
If you own: mortgage documents, real estate bill and home owners’ insurance policy
If you rent: your lease, showing how much you pay, and with the landlord’s name, address and telephone number
Utility bills: your most recent electric and heat bill
Photo ID: Driver’s license or state ID
Social Security Numbers of everyone living under your roof.
TOWN OF DENNIS HELPS WITH FUEL ASSISTANCE
If you have been approved by South Shore Community Action for fuel assistance, you may qualify for help
from the Town of Dennis fuel assistance allotment. It comes into play if you use up all of your South Shore
funding. The money comes from South Shore, who bills the town at the end of the year. Qualifications:
Dennis Resident: live alone and have less than $3000 in checking/savings or two adults in the home and
have less than $4000 in checking and savings.
FILE OF LIFE: It is that little red plastic envelope on your fridge containing all your essential information. The
EMTs look for first thing when they come to your house. On it you have filled in information about meds and
Docs, emergency contacts, allergies, religion, etc. (I have added, “I have cold feet: need socks”). Also, I have
what Barbara-Anne Foley, the COA director in Harwich coined as a CAPE bag. Carry All Personal Essentials. Years ago she had yellow bags made up with that written on the front. I still have mine, but really any
bag will do. Indicate on your FILE OF LIFE where your bag is located. In mine I have a pad of paper, pen,
hair and tooth brush, slipper socks, underwear, a book, flashlight, a light bathrobe and a light lap blanket.
Some folks like to put in a house key and another File of Life. If you need to refresh and renew your FILE
OF LIFE with changes of meds, docs, or any other information, we have the blank sheets here. We
want the EMT’s to be able to read any corrections. If you do NOT have a FILE OF LIFE, come and get it
today, and pack your CAPE bag now!
Rest your eyes: If you spend a lot of time focusing on any one thing, you can forget to blink
your eyes and your eyes can get tired and dry. Try the 20-20-20-4 rule: Every 20 minutes,
look away 20 feet in front of you for 20 seconds and blink four times.
Friendly Visitor Volunteer Program: This is a one-on-one, one hour a week commitment
to visit a senior in the community who is alone.
Handymen and Home Health/Cleaning Worker Lists are available at the Outreach Office.
Marion Prendergast and Kathy Pedini are Notaries (by appointment).
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Nov/Dec 2014
CLUBS / CIVIC GROUPS
RETIRED MEN’S CLUB OF CAPE COD
2nd Thursday: Exec. Board meets at 12:15 pm /
General Membership meeting at 1:30pm.
ATHLETIC CLUB OF CAPE COD
1st Wednesday, 7pm.
COMPUTER CLUB
Wednesdays at 1pm. All are
welcome!
SPORTS FAN CLUB
1st & 3rd Tuesday at 10:30am. Fun
sports talk for all! Doesn’t meet 12/2.
CRANBERRY RUG HOOKERS
3rd Saturday at 9am.
VINLAND LODGE
3rd Saturday, 12 pm.
ELDER LAW NOTES
BY
ARTHUR B. CROOKS, JR., ESQ.
WHAT IS YOUR NAME?? A recent article in the New York Times illustrated a problem which I am
noticing more and more in my practice. Mother had prepared a Durable Power of Attorney naming her
daughter as her power of attorney. Mother used the name her daughter had always used and thought
nothing more of it. There came a time when the daughter needed to use the power of attorney and took
it to the bank. Unbeknownst to Mother – her daughter had decided to “change” her name by slightly
modifying the spelling of her name and placing her “new” name on her driver’s license. The bank refused
to honor the power of attorney because they maintained she was not the “daughter’ named in the
document. YOU MUST BE CONSISTENT REGARDING YOUR “NAME” AND ITS EXACT SPELLING.
What name is on your birth certificate? What name is on your driver’s license? What name is on your
marriage certificate, military discharge papers etc.? Only the Probate Court can officially change your
name. Parting thoughts: if you are a “Jr.” you do not get “promoted” upon the death of your father; are
middle names spelled out or just an initial?; and only George Foreman can name all his sons George
Foreman.
Arthur B. Crooks, Jr., Esq., is Chairman of the Dennis Council on Aging.
If you have questions please call 508-398-3037 or visit www.crookslaw.com.
SAFETY TIP
OF THE
MONTH
By Officer Nick Patsavos, Crime Prevention Officer
The Dennis Police Department is pleased to announce
our first Senior Citizen's Police Academy!
The Academy will be held at the Dennis Senior Center's main hall, 1045 Route 134, South Dennis.
The Senior Citizen’s Police Academy will meet on five Tuesdays
(November 4, 18, 25 and December 2 and 9th), from 2:00pm-3:30pm.
Topics will include:
Law
Investigations
Self Defense
Crime Prevention
Please RSVP via email to Nick Patsavos [email protected] or call me at 774-352-1513.
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ASSISTANCE
Nov/Dec 2014
SUPPORT GROUPS
COUNTY RESOURCE DIRECTORIES
Barnstable County Department of Human Services
website (find.bchumanservices.net) has on-line health
and human services resources. They feature a compilation of local resources such as food, housing, mental
health services, energy/fuel assistance, and services
for seniors and people with disabilities. Call Barnstable County Dept of Human Services, 508-375-6912.
AA - Every Thursday at 11am.
LEGAL ASSISTANCE — ELDER LAW
Atty. Laura McDowell-May, as scheduled. Call the
Senior Center for an appointment. Note: the Massachusetts Senior Free Legal Helpline is 866.778.0939.
CARES PROGRAM (Alzheimer’s Support)
This program is specifically designed for people with
memory impairment and their care partners. Two
separate support groups—held simultaneously—
provide info, guidance and respite to care partners;
and socialization to those with memory impairment.
Support groups meet 1st and 3rd Wed. from 23:30pm at the Senior Center. To register, call Hope
Dementia & Alzheimer’s Services at 508-775-5656.
AUTISM & DEVELOPMENTAL DELAYS SUPPORT GROUP
For parents or grandparents of a child (inc. adult
child) who is experiencing any kind of developmental
delays. Meets 3rd Wednesday, 6-7:30pm. Contact
Juliane Dillon of Kennedy Donovan Center for info:
508-385-6019 x125.
“LOCK BOX” PROGRAM
The lock box holds a key to the resident’s entrance
and can only be used by Fire Dept Emergency Personnel for medical emergencies when the resident is
unable to give access to the home. The lock box costs
$70 and is installed by members of the Dennis Police COMMON GROUND
Seniors alone looking for friendship. Mondays, 7pm.
Dept’s Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS) Program
and the Dennis Fire Dept. For more info, call Emily
GAMBLERS’ ANONYMOUS - Wednesdays at 7pm.
Pessotti at the Dennis Fire Dept, 508-398-0363.
GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN
MASS 2-1-1:
2nd & 4th Thursdays, 5:30-7:30pm, at Cape
2-1-1 is the national abbreviated dialing code for free
Cod Child Development, 83 Pearl St., Hyannis.
access to health and human services information and Empowers parenting grandparents with information
referral. 2-1-1 is a free, universally recognizable num- and connections. Dinner and child care provided.
ber that makes a critical connection between individu- Registration required. For information or registration:
als and families seeking services or volunteer opportu- call Kerry Bickford at 508-771-4336 ext. 3
nities and the appropriate community-based organizaHEARING LOSS SUPPORT GROUP
tions and government agencies.
Updated info: Last Saturday of the month, 10amSHINE 12pm, Dennis Public Library, 5 Hall St., Dennis
The SHINE Program (Serving the Health Information
Port. For info & upcoming schedule call: 508-432Needs of Elders) is a statewide program that provides 4065, email: [email protected],
free health care info, assistance, and counseling to
website: www.hearinglosscapecod.org
Medicare beneficiaries of all ages and their caregivPARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP
ers. Appointments available on the 2nd & 4th Tues3rd Wednesday at 10am at St. Christopher’s Episcoday, and as scheduled. Call for appt., (508) 385-5067.
pal Church, 625 Main Street, Chatham. Call Betty
SMILE PROGRAM Magnusson at (508) 945-1106 for more information.
Meet with a SMILE Counselor from Oral Health ExcelSENIORS ALONE
lence Collaborative. Get info about local resources for
This group is for those who are alone & would enjoy
dental care, affordable care options including assissocialization. Meets Tuesdays at 2pm.
tance programs, insurance and discounts. Get a free
toothbrush plus other dental care products. 1st Thurs, SIGHT LOSS SUPPORT GROUP
4th Wednesday, Sept. to August, 11am—1pm,
1-4pm. Call for appointment, (508) 385-5067.
Dennis Church of the Nazarene, 209 Upper County,
STATE REP. CLEON TURNER
S. Dennis. Transportation available. For more infor3rd Friday, 9am.
mation, call Sight Loss Services at 508-394-3904.
SUICIDE PREVENTION LIFELINE
STROKE SUPPORT - 3rd Thursday at 1pm.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call the
WEIGHT WATCHERS - Thursdays—weigh-in at 6pm,
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255
or the Cape & Islands Crisis Hotline at 800-322-1356. meeting starts at 6:30pm.
Dennis Council on Aging/Senior Center
1045 Route 134
S. Dennis, MA 02660
Non-Profit Org
U.S. Postage Paid
South Yarmouth, MA 02664
Permit No. 88
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Don’t miss our Jingle Bell Brunch on Thursday,
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DENNIS COUNCIL ON AGING
1045 Route 134
South Dennis, MA 02660
Tel: 508-385-5067
Fax: 508-385-5288
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm
Meals on Wheels: 508-394-4630
Senior Dining Site: 508-385-5709
MISSION STATEMENT
The Dennis Council on Aging’s primary mission is to enhance the quality of life for senior citizens of the
Town by providing multi-purpose programs especially designed to fulfill the health, educational, social,
recreational, outreach and transportation needs of our most valued citizens in a safe, friendly and
comfortable environment.
COUNCIL ON AGING STAFF
Jacqui Beebe, Director
Jennifer O’Neil, Office Manager/Editor
Marion Prendergast, Outreach Coordinator
Kathy Pedini, Outreach Worker
Joan Baker, Financial Clerk
Charlene Barlow, Office Assistant
Vicki Carroll, Transportation Coordinator
John Chatham, Driver
Sharon Dean, Day Program Coordinator
Peg Bateman, Day Program Associate
Pat Galvin, Day Program Associate
The Dennis Council on Aging
offers many legal, financial,
medical, and other practitioners.
Seniors participating in those
services do so with the
understanding that the Dennis
Council on Aging, the Town of
Dennis, or its employees do not
assume any legal or other
responsibility for any advice or
services rendered by such
volunteer or nominal cost
practitioners.
COUNCIL ON AGING BOARD
Atty. Arthur Crooks, Chair
Wilbur Sheldon, Vice-Chair
Armand Boucher, Member
Rae Fenton, Member
Carol Keddy, Member
Lois Murphy, Member
Marilyn McCormick, Alternate
Katherine Berry, Ex-Officio (VNA)