1. health and fitness
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ONIONTOWN SENIORS
Volume 31, No.3
Hours: Monday thru Friday 8am-5pm.
Danvers Council on Aging
25 Stone Street, Danvers, MA 01923
March 2015
Phone:(978) 762-0208
(978) 762-0209
Fax: (978) 762-0240
www.dcoa.org.
Nationally Accredited Senior Center—Awarded 2001, 2007, 2013
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The mission of the Danvers Council on Aging and the Senior Center which it manages is to provide and advance those
programs and services which enrich the lives of older adults in the Danvers Community.
DCOA Board
Kathy Sheridan, Chairman
Gerri Cosgrove
Lawrence Chisholm
Marsha Donovan
Donald Gates
Bob King
Thomas Leonard
Joseph Palmer
Bob Sosnowski
Friends of DCOA Board
Becky Kilborn, Chairman
Dr. Charles Desmond Joan Fernandes
Alan Hartnett
Lew Hathaway
Sandy Lane
Dr. William Nolan
Eleanor Ross
Jim Sears
Jim Tallo
Janice Tipert
Pam Wall
Participant’s Committee
Judy Toof, Chairman
Terese Brown
Barbara Chambers
Margaret DeMelis
Joan Fernandes
Sandy Hallock
Peg Lemke
DCOA Staff
Pamela K. Parkinson, Director
Paula Corcoran, Program Coordinator
Lorene Machado, Administrative Assistant
Cathy Andre, Volunteer/MOW’s Coordinator
Lisa Westrate, Social Service/Outreach
Allison Jopling, RN
Ann Foster, SHINE Coordinator
Paula Gates, Financial Aide
Sandi McDonald, Financial Aide
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via e-mail send your email address to: [email protected]
SOCIAL SENIOR’S
SUPPORTIVE ADULT DAY PROGRAM
The Danvers Council on Aging is pleased to announce that we are accepting applications for
participation in our unique Supportive Day Program. This program provides a variety of
engaging activities designed to promote socialization with other seniors in a safe and nurturing
environment. The advantages are numerous and have provided benefits to both the participant
and family member/caregiver alike. We are happy to offer a risk “FREE” trial day to
experience the program first hand. Financial assistance is also available for Danvers
residents 60 and older through the generosity of the Clara & Harvey Pillsbury Foundation. For
more information please call Allison Jopling, R.N., Program Coordinator at (978) 762-0208.
AARP Income Tax Assistance – Due to high demand this year, all tax assistance
appointments here at the senior center are filled through April 15th. We currently have a
waiting list and will still add to it, but there is no guarantee that you will be able to get an
appointment. To find additional sites that may have openings please call 1-888-227-7669.
St. Patrick’s Day Party—Please join us on Wednesday, March 11th from 5pm-7:30pm for a
Traditional Irish Boiled Dinner (Red Corned Beef, Cabbage, Carrots, Turnip and Potatoes,
Irish Soda Bread and dessert. Entertainment will be provided by Max & Matt. Cost: $5 for
FDCOA members & $7 for nonmembers. Reserved seating (tables of 8). If you are part of a
group, please purchase all tickets at the same time to ensure you all sit together. Tickets on sale
now. (Sponsored by Putnam Farms of Danvers)
The Evening Dinner—The next Henry’s dinner will be held on Thursday, March 26th at 5pm.
The meal is provided by Henry’s of Beverly. The menu will be Chicken Pot Pie with Sweet
Shallot Mashed Potatoes, Butternut Squash, Roll, Butter, & Strawberry Shortcake Cup for
desert. The cost will be $7 for FDCOA members and $9 for non members. Tickets will go on
sale Tuesday, March 3rd at 10am.
Friends of the Danvers Council on Aging Scholarships— Did you know that one of the
many benefits of being a current “Friend” of the DCOA is that you are eligible for any of the
10 scholarships awarded annually. These scholarships range from 8 individual $150 General
Scholarships that can be used for classes or trips offered at the senior center as well as two Life
Long Learning scholarships for $500.00 each. Scholarship applications (as well as the
guidelines) will be at the senior center office. Scholarships are awarded at the Annual
Meeting in May and are good for one year.
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What’s Happening This Month...
Timely Topics
10:30am-11:30am
Liz Matthews, Principal of the Highlands School will
spend a few minutes prior to the Timely Topic
explaining the need for volunteers in the classrooms.
There are many opportunities: reading with students,
practicing early literacy skills and working with small
groups of students.
March 4 – Growing Older: Staying Healthy & Happy – Sooner
or later, we all must deal with changes, large and small, that
come with aging. Come and explore some of the important things
we can do to stay happy and healthy as we grow older. Topic
include: Eat well and the importance of a diet rich in nutrients; stay
active and how regular physical activity can help them stay independent; get enough sleep and how sleep is essential to good
health. Presented by Doris Labbe of Bayada Home Health Care
Save the Date
3/4 Timely Topics “Growing Older”, 10:30am
3/5 Kiosk for Living Well, 9am-Noon
3/5 Kiosk Nurse, 9:30am-11:30am
3/10 Podiatry Clinic, 10am-2pm (by appt. only)
3/11 Birthday Lunch, 12pm
3/11 St. Patrick’s Day Party, 5pm-7:30pm (see pg 1 for info)
3/12 Kiosk for Living Well, 9am-Noon
3/12 Kiosk Falls Specialist, 9am-Noon
3/12 Low Vision Mtg, 10:30am
3/19 Kiosk for Living Well, 9am-Noon
3/19 CLA (Challenges of Living Alone), 10:30am
3/24 Podiatry Clinic, 10am-2pm (by appt. only)
3/26 Kiosk for Living Well, 9am-Noon
3/26 Mr. Fix It—9am-11:30am
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March 11—Protect your home and assets against nursing
home costs. If you have a health crisis, are you prepared? Do you
have the Estate Planning documents required to get the care you
need and to protect your family and your assets? Back by popular
demand, Certified Elder Law Attorneys Patrick Curley and Lucy
Budman will discuss MassHealth (Medicaid) planning and
eligibility, asset protection strategies, the five-year look back
period and revocable living trusts. This presentation is ideal for
seniors, the children of seniors, or anyone else interested in
learning about Estate Planning and Asset Protection. Please be sure
to RSVP to 978 762-0208 to reserve your space.
March 18th-Prescription Advantage - Each year thousands of
seniors in Massachusetts reach the gap in their Medicare
prescription drug coverage (Part D) that is often called the “donut
hole.” This year, when Medicare beneficiaries (who do not get
Extra Help) reach the donut hole, their Part D plan will pay 55% of
covered brand name drugs and 35% of covered generic drugs.
Although 55% coverage of a brand name drug might sound great,
it’s really not that great if you take a brand name drug that costs
$300. You will still have to pay $135!! This is where
Prescription Advantage can help. Kathy Devine from the
Executive Office of Elder Affairs will be here to explain how
Prescription Advantage can help to fill the hole in your Medicare
prescription drug coverage.
You won’t want to miss this important presentation!
Traveling Chef Program—Join us on Wednesday,
March 4th at 12pm.
This month’s entrée will be a New England Tradition
featuring clam chowder with oyster crackers, roast
turkey sandwich with cranberry mayo, leaf lettuce &
tomato, Kaiser roll, corn on the cob & a whoopee pie.
Suggested donation of $2.25 per person.
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Every Tuesday & Thursday Zumba—9:15-10am
($30/$42 for 12 sessions)
Every Thursday —Blood Pressure Clinic
8:30am-11:30am (by appt only)
Every Thurs.—1:15-3 PM—Maple Sugar Jazz Band
Every Friday—9am-12:30pm Café
TRIAD Corner
The Danvers TRIAD Council is a partnership
which includes the Sheriff and District
Attorney of Essex County, the Danvers Police
and Fire Chiefs, the Council on Aging and
supportive services, and seniors. During this tax season seniors
need to aware of the following: Secretary of the
Commonwealth William F. Galvin recently joined the Internal
Revenue Service and the Federal Bureau of Investigation in
warning Massachusetts taxpayers about the rise of telephone
tax scams. “With tax filing season upon us, my office has
received a number of calls from people who have been
contacted by someone claiming to be from the IRS, telling
them they are in tax trouble and offering help in resolving it,”
Galvin said in a news release. “No matter how intimidating the
caller sounds, you should never give personal information, like
Social Security numbers or bank account numbers, over the
telephone to a cold caller.” IRS commissioner John Koskinen
said in the release that the IRS has seen a surge in these phone
scams in recent months. “If someone calls unexpectedly
claiming to be from the IRS with aggressive threats if you
don’t pay immediately, its a scam artist calling,” Koskinen
said. “The first IRS contact with taxpayers is usually through
the mail. Taxpayers have rights and this is not how we do
business.”
Galvin said the tax scammers are using the internet as well as the
telephone.
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SOCIAL SERVICES ANNOUNCEMENTS
OUTREACH COORDINATOR, Lisa Westrate 978)762-0208 x105
Lisa Westrate is available for information and referral regarding services and benefits that may be helpful to you.
Call to schedule an appointment. Home visits are possible upon request.
SUPPORT GROUPS
If you have any questions about the Low Vision or CLA group or would like to receive a call from a group member
to inform you of upcoming events please call Lisa at x105.
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP
The Low Vision Group meets on the 2nd
Thursday of each month at 10:30am. Join us
on March 12, for an hour of fun & games!
What do you like to do for fun? Come
prepared to tell about something you do for
leisure and what accommodations you may
use to make it easier to do. Do you have a
game or item that has been adapted for use
by someone with low vision (for example:
Large print playing cards)? If so, please bring
it and we will play! As time allows we will also
play a game to test your knowledge about
issues related to vision loss.
CLA (Challenges of Living Alone)
We are still working together to brainstorm
ways better meet the need for those who do
find it a challenge at times to live alone. If
you have ideas, feedback, or would like to
help, please join us on March 19th at 10:30am
for a time of sharing and planning.
VETERANS’ SERVICES ANNOUNCEMENTS
Veterans’ Service Officer
Peter Mirandi 978-777-0001 x 3025
DANVERS VETERANS & WIDOW(ER)S
You MAY be entitled to REIMBURSEMENT OF YOUR MEDICAL EXPENSES &
possibly additional FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE through Massachusetts Chapter 115
Single: Income is below $1,915/mo & assets less than $3,200 Couple: Combined income is below $2,585/mo & assets less than $7,000
For information about Chapter 115 Benefits or to schedule an appointment, contact Danvers Veterans’ Service Officer,
Peter Mirandi, at (978) 777-0001 x3025 or Outreach Coordinator, Lisa Westrate, at (978) 762-0208 x105
VA HOSPITAL TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS
Veterans must schedule his/her own appointment with the VA.
JAMAICA PLAIN
BEDFORD
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DEPARTS at 9:30 am Monday - Friday
Vittori Rocci Post #56
143 Brimbal Ave. Beverly
DEPARTS at 8:30 am 1 Tues & 3rd Wed each month
Torigian Community Life Center
Peabody Council on Aging
79 Central St. Peabody
Call the Gloucester VA Clinic at 978-282-0676 with at least 24 hour
notice to be added to the Gloucester – Bedford Shuttle with a Beverly
pick up. Cost: Free
Call 978-531-2254 to schedule a ride to Jamaica Plain.
Cost: $5/vet (+one optional escort) (This shuttle is sponsored by Lahey Clinic,
Mayor Ed Bettencourt & the Community Life Center)
Veterans who need transportation to/from the Vittori Rocci Post #56 in Beverly or the Torigian Community Life Center please call
Lorene at 978-762-0208 with at least 48 hours advance notice to schedule a ride with the Danvers Senior Center van.
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Volunteer Opportunities
We are currently taking volunteer applications for our
social seniors day care program. Days and times vary,
no experience required, contact us for more info.
We are looking for bingo callers! Friday mornings
from 10-12, experience with bingo preferred but not
necessary We are also looking for a Meals on Wheels
driver a couple of days a week. Please call if
interested. You use your own car and must have an
excellent driving record. A small stipend is provided.
Please contact Cathy for any further information.
Van Transportation
Please call Lorene
between 1pm—4pm to book a ride
978-762-0208
Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs & Fri 9:30-2pm
Senior medical rides to and from Danvers, Salem, Peabody and
Beverly.
9:30am—11:30am:
Lunch pickups to Sr. Ctr
12:30pm:
Shoppers (from Sr. Ctr)
1:00pm:
Sr. Center Returns
2:00pm:
Shoppers Returned Home
3pm (Thurs only)
Band Returns
2:30pm-4:00pm Daycare Returns
Please be aware that we will get you to your medical appointments on time but you may need to wait for a return ride home.
Shopping Schedule
Transportation leaves for a shopping location from the
Senior Center at 12:30pm.
Mon: Market Basket, Middleton
Tue: Stop & Shop (Rte 1/62), Danvers
Wed: Market Basket, Danvers or Target at Liberty Tree
Mall
Thu: Shaw’s in Peabody or North Shore Mall, Peabody
Fri: Wal-Mart (Rt 114)
PLEASE NOTE: The limit is 2 canvas bags per person only.
All shoppers need to be ready for a return ride home by 2pm.
March 2015
Bereavement Loss and Change Support Group
Wednesdays from 1:30-3pm
Support group for people who have experienced the death
of a loved one and who want to understand the grieving
process, find comfort, healing, and more meaning in their
lives. Nancy Downey, Leader
Allison Jopling, RN, Public Health Nurse
Office hours are: Thursday Blood Pressure Clinic by
appointment, 8:30am-11:30am. Please call to book an appointment 978-762-0208
Social Service News & Announcements
If you haven’t already, take a look at the Resource
Center bulletin board in the hallway across from the fitness room.
There you will find information on relevant topics such as:
Medicare, Social Security, Senior Safety, Scams, Veterans Benefits,
and Assistance with paying for Utility Bills and Food. Keep
checking back as information will be added and updated regularly.
MEDICARE FRAUD AND ABUSE…DID YOU KNOW…?
Over the past year, Medicare paid for health services for approximately
51 million individuals at a cost of about $604 billion. The Centers for
Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) estimated that improper
payments—some of which may be fraudulent—were almost $50
billion.
Fraud, waste, and abuse contribute to the rising cost of health care.
Taxpayer dollars lost to fraud, waste, and abuse affect all of us.
You can help stop fraud and abuse by reviewing your Medicare
statement (Medicare Summary Notice – MSN) or Part D Explanation
of Benefits (EOB) to make sure Medicare is not charged for items or
services you did not receive. If you have a question or concern
regarding a Medicare claim, you should first discuss it directly with
your physician, provider, or supplier that provided the service.
Assistance is also available through the Massachusetts Senior Medicare
Patrol (SMP), which is a group of trained volunteers who teach
Medicare beneficiaries how to protect their personal information,
identify and report errors on their health care statements and report
fraud and abuse to the proper authorities. You can contact the
Massachusetts SMP program at Elder Services of the Merrimack
Valley, 1-800-892-0890.
For further assistance with any Medicare issue, contact the SHINE
Program. Trained SHINE counselors offer free, confidential counseling
on all aspects of Medicare and related health insurance programs. To
make an appointment with the SHINE counselor here, please contact
the Danvers Council on Aging at 978-762-0208. You may also call the
Regional SHINE office at Mystic Valley Elder Services in Malden at
781-388-4845. Please leave a message and a counselor will return your
call within two business days.
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Highlands School!!!
The 5 Graders are coming. Please join us on Fridays (March 6, 13, 27 & April 10 & 17) from 12-1 PM when the
5th grade students of the Highlands School Student Council visit the Senior Center. This is a great opportunity to
interact with students (some of them may be your neighbor or grandchild!). The students will also be bringing
Italian Ice for everyone. Come on in and support the kids, and while you’re here, why not enjoy a fresh Belgian
Waffle or lunch entrée from our weekly café.
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The Kiosk for Living Well
Come on Spring! The Kiosk for Living Well invites you to consider the long-awaited beginning of spring on March
20th! Come explore activities at the Kiosk by trying out something new and fresh. Come check out the Kiosk any
Monday or Thursday where you can meet with Advisors and do almost anything! You could look over some new
recipes, learn about a bus route to a new destination, or improve your balance with our Falls Prevention specialist,
Sylvia. She will be at the Kiosk on Thursday March 12th from 9-Noon. The Kiosk is open every Monday and
Thursday from 9:00-Noon. We want to see you there!
Operation Troop Support
Items for March
In keeping with the growing needs of our troops, we will be collecting these needed items for the month of March: Bring a soldier
to the movies: new and used DVD’s and videos and microwave popcorn.
Fuel Assistance
The cold winter has settled in to stay awhile and we’re all turning up the heat. If you wonder whether you or
someone you know may qualify for fuel assistance contact NSCAP at 978-531-0767 x113 to make an
appointment. Alternatively, Danvers seniors who would like assistance with an initial application or recertification, can call Lisa Westrate
at 978-762-0208 x105 to make an appointment.
Crazy Cards
A fun way to play Whist. A game of fun and laughs. Anyone can play, no card skills needed. Prizes awarded each week. 9:30am-Noon.
Group will meet the 2nd Monday of the month from 9:30am-Noon. This month will be Monday, March 9th. Must sign up in advance at the
senior center (limited to 28 players). Cost: $1.00 FDCOA
Members/$3.00 Non Members.
Book Club
The Book Club will be meeting on Monday, March 9th from 1pm-3pm.
The book topic is romance—fiction or non fiction. All are welcome!
Mr. Fix It
Do you have any portable heaters that need to be cleaned and checked? If yes, bring them to the Senior Center on Thursday,
March. 26th from 9am-11:30am and the Mr. Fix It Group will try to fix them. Due to space limitations, if you can not bring
your item on the 26th, please do not drop off your items until Wed. March 25th. Thank you.
Ideas…
Do you have an idea that you would like to share with the senior center?
Please drop by the great room and put it into the suggestion box.
Fitness Center
Did you know that the Danvers Council on Aging offers a Fitness Center for seniors? This state of the art fitness center offers a commercial
grade treadmill, elliptical, recumbent bicycles and universal gym. The Fitness Center is open Monday—Friday, 9am—4pm. All participants
are required to sign a medical waiver prior to using equipment. Please go to the front desk to fill out a medical waiver.
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~MULTI-DAY TRIPS~
PLEASE STOP BY THE SENIOR CENTER TO PICK UP DETAILED FLYERS ON ANY OF OUR TRIPS.
April 9-17, 2015 Canyon Country featuring Arizona & Utah – Trip includes r/t air, lodging in Scottsdale, Canyon Nation Park & Page,
Arizona as well as Zion National Park in Utah and Las Vegas, Nevada. Sightseeing/activities include a Chili Cook-Off!! Meeting a local
Native American tribe member, touring Sedona, Grand Canyon Lake Powell, Bryce Canyon, Zion National Park and a final stop in Las
Vegas! Cost: $2,699 p.p., d.o. Price goes up $100 if booked after November 10, 2014 (Collette)
June 7-14, 2015 – Pacific Northwest & California featuring Washington, Oregon & California – Trip includes r/t air, lodging in
Seattle, Washington; Portland & North Bend, Oregon; Eureka and San Francisco, California. Sightseeing to include Seattle & Olympia
Washington; Portland, Cascade Mountains, Willamette Valley, North Bend, Oregon; Redwood National Park, Eureka and San Francisco,
California. Cost: $2,649 p.p., d.o. Price goes up $100 if booked after January 7, 2015. (Collette)
June 14-15, 2015 – September 11th Museum & Memorial in NY City and West Point Academy – Trip includes r/t motorcoach
transportation, lodging, 2 meals, dinner theatre show, touring of West Point, September 11th Memorial and free time on your own near
Rockefeller Center to explore on your own. Cost: from $329 p.p., d.o, (Best of Times)
July 28-29, 2015 – Boothbay Harbor & Cabbage Island Lobsterbake – R/t motorcoach, 1 night at the Fisherman’s Wharf Inn, Cabbage
Island Lobsterbake, evening entertainment, tour of Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, Guided tour of Boothbay Harbor and more. Cost
from: $349 p.p., d.o. (Best of Times)
August 2-3, 2015 – Lake George & Saratoga Springs – Travel to Killington, Vermont with lodging at the Summit Lodge; 4 meals,
evening entertainment, Lake George Paddle Wheel Cruise, Saratoga Race Course and more. Cost from: $299 p.p., d.o. (Best of Times)
September 24-October 2, 2015 – Discover Panama: The Land Between the Seas – Trip includes r/t air, lodging. Highlights include
Gamboa Rainforest Resort, Embera Indigenous Village, Pacific Queen Panama Canal Cruise, Panama City, Miraflores Locks, Anton
Valley, Playa Blanca. Cost: $2,599 p.p., d.o. (early booking incentive). Price will increase $100 after March 24th. (Collette)
September 25-October 2, 2015 – New England & Canada Cruise – Cruise from Boston on the Norwegian Dawn for a 7 day cruise with
stops in Portland, ME, Halifax, NS; Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island; Gaspesie, Quebec; and LaBaie, Quebec. Includes all meals
aboard the Norwegian Dawn and full use of all ship amenities, full day and evening entertainment and recreation program aboard the
Norwegian Dawn and Motor coach transportation from Quebec City back to Boston. Valid Passport Required. Cost from: $1.199 p.p., d.o.
(Durgan Travel)
October 8-10, 2015 – Break for Moose – Trip includes r/t deluxe motor coach, 2 night at the Grand Resort at Sunday River, 4 meals, admission to the Fryeburg Fair; Chondola Ride to the top of North Peak; Moose Safari; Sunday River Fall Festifal with Wife Carrying
Championship! Cost: from $419 p.p., d.o. (Best of Times)
October 25-29, 2015 – Spotlight on San Antonio – Trip includes r/t air, lodging right on the River walk.
Sightseeing to include tour of San Antonio, LBJ Ranch, Sandy Oaks Olive Orchard, South Texas Heritage Center and more. Cost: $1,699
p.p., d.o. Price goes up $100 if booked after May 25, 2015. (Collette)
October 30-November, 2015 - Boston to New Orleans Repositioning Cruise – Limited space may be available. Call Paula at 978 7620208 x 104 for more information. Cost from: $1,269 (Durgan Travel)
November 2, 2015 – Cruising Burgundy & Provence to the Cote d’Azur – 13 day trip includes 2 nights in Paris, 7 night cruise with
stops in Macon, Lyon, Beaujolais, Viviers, Avignon, Aries, Nice. Cost from: $2,795 p.p., d.o. without air or $3,895 with air. (Grand
American). To request a copy of the detailed flyer, please call Paula at 978 762-0208 x104.
TUESDAY TRAVELS
Popcorn and a Movie - Join us on Tuesday, March 31st at 1 pm to see “Get on Up, the James Brown Story” Plot: Based on the incredible life story of the Godfather of Soul, the film gives a fearless look inside the music, moves and moods of James Brown, on the journey
from his impoverished childhood to his evolution into one of the most influential figures of the 20th century. Rated PG-13 by the Motion
Picture Association of America for sexual content, drug use, some strong language, and violent situations.
Tuesday, March 24, 2015 – Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Depart the senior center at 10 AM. Admission (on your own) is $23 for seniors (65+). Current exhibits include: Hollywood Glamour:
Fashion & Jewelry from the Silver Screen; Gordon Parks – African American Photography; Over There! Posters from WW I; and as always
the ongoing exhibits in the Art of the America’s Wing. Enjoy lunch (on your own) in the café and browse the museum shop. Depart for the
senior center at 2:30 PM. You can either be brought back to your own car at the center or we will take you home). Cost: $10 FDCOA
member/$12 non-members. (Limited to 13 passengers).
Fall Prevention Class—“Stepping Towards an Active Future” is a fall prevention program directed towards older adults. The program will
provide education on the factors that place older adults at risk for falls, and participants will work together to develop strategies to manage
these risks. Participants will also have the opportunity to learn various exercises aimed toward increasing strength and balance. The program will run in three session; participants who attend all three sessions will be reimbursed the class fee of $5.00. This program will be
facilitated by Elizabeth Bovio, BS, RN. Elizabeth is a Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Biobehavioral Health whom is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing at Salem State University. Classes will be held Thursdays, March 12, 19, & 26, from 10
AM – 12 Noon Limited to 8.
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~ 2 0 1 4 D AY T R I P S ~
(ALL DAY TRIPS INCLUDE MOTORCOACH TRANSPORTATION FROM THE SENIOR CENTER UNLESS SPECIFIED)
Sunday, March 8, 2015 – Twin Rivers in Lincoln, RI. Take your chances on 4500 slot machines as well as table games and more. You
will receive a voucher for $7 towards lunch at one of the casual restaurant options as well as a free play. Price includes r/t transportation,
driver gratuity, escort, snacks and more. Full refund if there is a snow or ice storm. Cost: $33 p.p. (All Around New England)
Wednesday, March 11, 2015 – Tony Kenny’s Irish Cabaret at the Venus De Milo - Tony Kenny is one of Ireland’s most beloved
artists, having sung in countless musical productions such as Joseph, starred in the world famous Jurys Irish Cabaret for more than 20 years
with the legendary comedian, Hal Roach. Tony will be joined by Richie Hayes – a talented singer and brilliant comedian; and Bernadette
Ruddy, the girl with the golden voice from West of Ireland. You’ll also be entertained by The Dublin City Dancers and the Dublin Trinity
Band. Includes transportation, show and complete luncheon. Cost: $85 p.p. (Best of Times)
Tuesday, April 21, 2015 – Neil Sedaka Live in Concert at Mohegan Sun – Legend and Icon Neil Sedaka will sing the songs that have
become part of our culture and return us to those special times in our lives. Songs include Oh Carol, Laughter in the Rain, Calendar Girl,
Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen, Breaking Up is Hard to Do to name just a few. Trip includes transportation, Show ticket (in premium
seating), $30 casino gaming package & meal voucher. Space limited to 25. This will sell out fast so book early. Please note: As this is a
ticketed event there will be no refunds issued after March 1, 2015. Cost: $99 (Best of Times).
Saturday, April 25, 2015 Lunch & Show at the Newport Playhouse. Head to Newport RI to enjoy a full luncheon buffet and then enjoy
the play “When the Cats Away”. The play is about when Mildred and Ethel go off on a trip to Paris, the “mice will play”. Egged on by
Ethel’s philandering husband Humphrey Pomfrey, George agrees to invite two charming little sex kittens over. Well, you already know
what happens, don’t you? The wives come home prematurely! Once this show is over – we will enjoy a vaudeville style cabaret with
music and song! Cost: $91 p.p. (All Around New England
Tuesday, May 19, 2015 – Late Nite Catechism – at Lantana’s in Randolph. Late Nite Catechism is an uproariously funny play that takes
the audience back to their youth. The irrepressible Sister teaches class to a roomful of “students”. Throughout the course of the class the
benevolent instructor rewards the “Students” for correct answers with glow in the dark rosaries, while naughty students may well find
themselves on stage sitting in a corner reflection their actions. Trip includes transportation, lunch and show. Cost: $89 (Best of Times
Thursday, May 21, 2015 – “Let’s Hang On” at Foxwoods. Let’s Hang On, the nation’s most popular Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
Tribute Show, is a full blown stage production complete with that Four Seasons sound, choreography and a live band. Trips includes show,
meal voucher good for a free buffet or $10 towards a meal, a free play, driver gratuity and more. Cost: $79 p.p. (All Around New England)
Wednesday, June 24, 2015 – The Drifters – at the Danversport Yacht Club. The Drifters were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of
Fame in 1988. This show features some of the greatest hits of the 50’s and 60’s that topped the musical charts and propelled the Drifters to
fame. Songs include, “Under the Boardwalk”, “Save the Last Dance for Me”, “This Magic Moment”, and much more. Complete luncheon
of Chicken or Baked Scrod. Transportation on your own for this event. Cost: $89 (Best of Times)
Tuesday, July 21, 2015 – Where were you? The Best of the Golden Oldies – Lantana’s in Randolph. Were Were You? A rockin’ salute
to Bandstand & Motown is a highly entertaining songfest for people who love the hits of the 50’s and 60’s. Pop songs made popular by
artists like Paul Anka, Neil Sedaka, Frankie Avalon, Bobby Rydell, Dion, and The Platters. Ron Gartner has performed throughout the U.S.
and has become one of the most sought-after performers in the country. Complete luncheon of chicken Marsala or Fresh Baked Scrod.
Cost $89 p.p. (Best of Times)
Tuesday, September 22, 2015 – The Beach Boys Ultimate Tribute Show at Venus De Milo. Best of Times celebrates “America’s
Band” with the ultimate Beach Boys tribute show featuring Still Surfin. Still Surfin has been performing the greatest hits of the Beach Boys
for over 14 years. Hits include Surfin; Good Vibrations; Barbara Ann; California Girls; Help Me Rhonda and more. Complete luncheon of
baked chicken or baked schrod. Cost: $85.00 p.p. (Best of Times)
Wednesday, October 7, 2015 – New Hampshires Turkey Train – Travel to central NH and Lake Winnepesaukee for a day of fun and
foliage. Board the Turkey Train for a turkey luncheon provided by Hart’s Turkey Farm. Enjoy the foliage as the trin rides along the shores
of the Lake and through wooded areas. During the day we will make a Mystery Stop that is sure to “sweeten your day”. Cost: $89.95 p.p.
(Best of Times)
Wednesday, October 21, 2015 – Italian Festival – Danversport Yacht Club – Enjoy the incredible duo of Frank Zarba and Ray Cavicchio singing the music of Italy. Complete luncheon of Chicken Parm or Baked Scrod. Transportation for this event is on your own. Cost:
$59 (Best of Times)
Tuesday, November 10, 2015 – Celebrate Veterans Day with “The 4 Troops” at Foxwoods – Show your American Pride while we honor our troops past and present with the music of the 4 Troops. A powerful vocal group comprised of four seasoned singers who are also US
combat Veterans who served on the front lines in Iraq and Afghanistan: Former CPT Meredith Melcher, Former SGT Daniel Jens, SSG
(Ret.) Ron Henry and Former SGT David Clemo. Trips includes, show, meal voucher, free play, driver gratuity and more. Cost: $85 p.p.
(All Around New England)
Thursday, December 3, 2015 – “Lee Greenwood Tennessee Christmas” at Foxwoods. Grammy award winner Lee Greenwood brings
his Tennessee Christmas tour to the Fox Theater. Some of his hits include: Ring on her Finger, Time on Her Hands, God Bless the USA.
Trip includes show, meal voucher good for a free buffet or towards a meal in one of the restaurants, free play, driver gratuity and more.
Cost: $95 p.p. (All Around New England)
Travel talk …..There are 4 cabins left for the November 2015 Paris to Cote D’azur River Cruise. Renee St. James will be here again on
Thursday, March 12th from 5:30-6:30 PM to give you more information about this wonderful cruise. They have extended the discount of
$500 off per person through March 31st. Please call Paula to register for this presentation at 978 762-0208 x 104
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Cherry Street Chiropractic & Wellness Center, call for a Free Osteoporosis Screening
978-774-4468.
Curran Brothers Florists, 10% off cash & carry sales (no wire orders)
Hartnett’s Auto Body, $3.00 off any car wash (coupon needed)
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Snow Cancellation Policy of the Danvers Senior Center – The Senior Center (transportation,
meals and programs) will be cancelled if the Danvers School System closes schools. If the
school system has a delayed opening, all activities including transportation, prior to the time of
delay will be cancelled. All school closing announcements are broadcast on local television
stations as well as the radio station North Shore 104.9 (FM). If weather conditions occur
during school vacation week, please call 978 762-0208 to receive updated cancellation
information. The Council on Aging office will be open and staff available during inclement
weather. As a reminder, it is important that you check in on “My Senior Center” on a daily basis so that if we need
to change or cancel an activity, we will have an accurate listing of attendees. A feature of this program is that we are
able to call people to let them know of any changes or cancellations.
Birthday Lunch (The 2nd Wednesday of each month)
The next Birthday Lunch will be held on Wednesday, March
11th at 12pm. If you are celebrating a birthday in the month
of March lunch is on us! Call & register by 10am March
10th. The February birthdays were from left: Eleanor
Newbegin, Betsy Katz, Peg Thomas, Herb Fish & Roz
Masse.
How to Obtain the Senior ‘Circuit Breaker’ Tax Credit
If you’re a Massachusetts property owner and are age 65+, you’d probably welcome a break on
your property taxes. Dream on you say? Actually, such an option exists and, if you’re eligible, it’s
yours for the taking. According to the MA Department of Revenue, some 957,000 residents 65 and
older in the state are eligible to receive the tax credit. It’s called the Circuit Breaker, and according to this month’s
AARP Bulletin, in 2012 more than 86,000 Massachusetts taxpayers claimed nearly $67 million in refunds under the
program, according to the state Department of Revenue. The average refund in 2012 was $774. The Circuit Breaker
refund acts the way an electrical circuit breaker would work, but here it prevents property taxes from exceeding an
older person’s income and ability to pay taxes.
Eligible taxpayers can file for the credit up to three years retroactively, so read the Bulletin story today and learn
more about this valuable tax refund. Go to http://states.aarp.org/ma-tax/
Do you or someone you know need help managing tax time stress? Look no further than AARP Foundation
Tax-Aide, the nation’s largest, free, volunteer-run tax preparation and assistance service. A dedicated corps of
volunteers provide face-to-face tax assistance and preparation services at more than 200 sites across the Bay State.
To find a site near you, call toll free 1-888-227-7669.
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Donald E. Kowalski, DDS, 10% off regular fees.
Nail Express, In home manicures, 978-531-6246 or 781-831-3082. $3 off 1st manicure.
Rocco’s Pizza House, 10% off regular prices (excludes delivery/catering)
Sam & Joe’s, one time 15% discount on food purchase (not valid on Mondays from 11am-4pm),
coupon needed.
10 Salisbury Steak w/
gravy, mashed potatoes,
green beans, yogurt cup,
juice cup & whole wheat
bread
17) Apricot Chicken w/
brown rice, hearty veggie
soup, chocolate pudding, &
oatmeal bread
24) Sweet and Sour
Pork w/jasmine rice,
asian veggie soup,
fortune cookie, pineapple
& apple cinnamon muffin
31) Meatloaf w/gravy, mashed
potatoes, carrot ginger bisque,
vanilla pudding & hearty white
bread
9) Fish Florentine
Casserole w/brown
rice pilaf, roasted
beets, mandarin
oranges & multigrain
bread
16) Veggie Lasagna
w/white sauce,
zucchini, chilled pears
& vienna bread
23) Chicken Nuggets
w/honey Dijon sauce,
potato wedges, peas,
yogurt cup, juice cup &
hearty white bread
30) Hot Dog w/mustard &
relish, baked beans,
coleslaw, mandarin oranges & hot dog bun
26) Roasted Turkey w/
gravy, mashed
potatoes, carrots,
raspberry bar & dinner
roll
19) American Chop Suey
w/vegetable blend, tossed
salad w/dressing, melon &
whole wheat bread
27) Stuffed Shells w/marinara sauce,
roasted zucchini, caesar salad w/
dressing, cantaloupe & multigrain bread
Café
Belgian Waffles w/strawberries, whip
cream $2.50
Homemade Mac & Cheese w/stewed
tomatoes $3.00
20) Crunch Lite Fish w/creamy dill sauce,
smashed red potatoes, split pea soup &
apple crisp.
Café
Belgian Waffles w/strawberries, whip
cream $2.50
Butternut Squash Ravioli w/brown
butter sage sauce. $3.00
13) Broccoli & Cheese Egg Bake w/
potatoes o’brien, warm spiced
applesauce, fresh orange & muffin
Café
Belgian Waffles w/strawberries, whip
cream $2.50
Cheese Lasagna w/garlic bread $3.00
6) Ravioli w/red pepper cream sauce,
veggie medley, tossed salad w/dressing,
chocolate mousse & scali bread
Café
Belgian Waffles w/strawberries, whip
cream $2.50
Homemade corn chowder w/fresh
dinner roll $3.00
Friday: Café open 9am-12:30pm every Fri
DANVERS COUNCIL ON AGING
Before getting lunch,
please inform your server
of any allergies you may
have.
25) Meatballs w/
brown gravy, egg
noodles, veggie
medley, chilled peaches & whole wheat
bread
18) Stewed Beef w/
leeks, mashed potatoes,
butternut squash, chilled
mandarin oranges &
dinner roll
12) St. Patrick’s Day
Corned beef w/ cabbage
wedge, carrot & turnip,
boiled potatoes, blarney
stone parfait & biscuit
5) Meatball Sub w/
marinara sauce, roasted
winter squash, cauliflower
cheddar soup, chocolate
chip cookie & sub roll
4)
Travel Chef
Clam Chowder w/oyster
crackers, roast turkey
sandwich w/cranberry mayo,
leaf lettuce & tomato, Kaiser
roll, corn on the cob & whoopee pie
3) Baked Chicken w/
gravy, mashed potatoes,
collard greens, banana &
corn bread
2) Hamburger w/
ketchup, sweet potato
wedges, veggie medley, chilled pears &
wheat hamburger roll
11) BBQ Chicken w/
roasted potatoes, corn
chowder, pineapple &
dinner roll
Thursday
Wednesday
Tuesday
Monday
March 2015 Congregate Meal Program Suggested Donation: $2.25
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1:30-2:30pm Chair Yoga, $30/$45
31) 9:15-10am Zumba, $30/$42
(12 classes on going)
9am-12pm Watercolor Painting, $55/$75
(6 classes)
9:30am-11:30am Intermediate Bridge-Plus,
$25/$35 (6 classes)
1-4pm Watercolor Painting, $55/$75, 6 class
12:30-4:30pm Open Time Bridge
1pm-4pm Chess Players
24) 9:15-10am Zumba, $30/$42
(12 classes on going)
9am-12pm Watercolor Painting, $55/$75
(6 classes)
9:30am-11:30am Intermediate Bridge-Plus,
$25/$35 (6 classes)
1-4pm Watercolor Painting, $55/$75, 6 class
12:30-4:30pm Open Time Bridge
1pm-4pm Chess Players
Mon thru Fri
Billiards, 9am-4:30pm
Cribbage, 12:30pm-4:30pm
Fitness Center 9:00am-4:00pm
Mon-Wed, Fri
Shine 10am-12:00pm Video Exercise
By Appointment Only 8:30am-9:30am
Wed
(12 classes on going)
9:30am Refresher Bridge, $25/$35
(6 classes)
1:15-3pm Maple Sugar Jazz Band
26) 9:15-10am Zumba, $30/$42
9am-12pm Watercolor as you like it, $55/$75
(6 classes)
9:45-10:30am Chair Toning, $30/$45
(6 classes)
10:30am-11:30am Parkinson’s Fitness Class
Call Paula to register
1pm-4pm Mah Jongg Players
1pm-4pm Quilters
1:30-3pm Bereavement
2:30-3:30pm Line Dancing
25) 8:30-9:30am Strg Women $5
19) 9:15-10am Zumba, $30/$42
18) 8:30-9:30am Strg Women $5
(12 classes on going)
9:30am Refresher Bridge, $25/$35
(6 classes)
10:30am CLA (challenges of living
alone)
1:15-3pm Maple Sugar Jazz Band
(12 classes on going)
9:30am Refresher Bridge, $25/$35
(6 classes)
10:30am Low Vision Meeting
1:15-3pm Maple Sugar Jazz Band
5-7pm Metaphysical Messages
9am-12pm Watercolor as you like it, $55/$75
(6 classes)
9:45-10:30am Chair Toning, $30/$45
(6 classes)
10:30am-11:30am Parkinson’s Fitness Class
Call Paula to register
1pm-4pm Mah Jongg Players
1pm-4pm Quilters
1:30-3pm Bereavement
2:30-3:30pm Line Dancing
12) 9:15-10am Zumba, $30/$42
11) 8:30-9:30am Strg Women $5
9am-12pm Watercolor as you like it, $55/$75
(6 classes)
9:45-10:30am Chair Toning, $30/$45
(6 classes)
10:30am-11:30am Parkinson’s Fitness Class
Call Paula to register
1pm-4pm Mah Jongg Players
1pm-4pm Quilters
1:30-3pm Bereavement
2:30-3:30pm Line Dancing
5-7pm St. Patrick’s Day Party (see pg 1)
(12 classes on going)
9:30am Refresher Bridge, $25/$35
(6 classes)
1:15-3pm Maple Sugar Jazz Band
5) 9:15-10am Zumba, $30/$42
Thursday
4) 8:30-9:30am Strg Women $5
9am-12pm Watercolor as you like it, $55/$75
(6 classes)
9:45-10:30am Chair Toning, $30/$45
(6 classes)
10:30am-11:30am Parkinson’s Fitness Class
Call Paula to register
1pm-4pm Mah Jongg Players
1pm-4pm Quilters
1:30-3pm Bereavement
2:30-3:30pm Line Dancing
Wednesday
9am-12pm Woodcarving
9am-10am WII Bowling
10am BINGO
1pm-3pm Knitting
27) 9am-12:30 Café
9am-12pm Woodcarving
9am-10am WII Bowling
10am BINGO
1pm-3pm Knitting
20) 9am-12:30 Café
9am-12pm Woodcarving
9am-10am WII Bowling
10am BINGO
1pm-3pm Knitting
13) 9am-12:30 Café
9am-12pm Woodcarving
9am-10am WII Bowling
10am BINGO
1pm-3pm Knitting
6) 9am-12:30 Café
Friday
DANVERS COUNCIL ON AGING
1pm-4pm Card/board games (free)
9:30-10:30 Begin Tai Chi & Chi Gong,
$25/$35 (6 classes)
10am-11:30am Literature, 6 classes
$25/$35
10am-1pm Portraits $55/$75, 6 class
30) 8:15-9:15am Strg Women $5
1:30-2:30pm Chair Yoga, $30/$45,
(6 Classes)
1pm-4pm Card/board games (free)
9:30-10:30 Begin Tai Chi & Chi Gong,
$25/$35 (6 classes)
10am-11:30am Literature, 6 classes
$25/$35
10am-1pm Portraits $55/$75, 6 class
23) 8:15-9:15am Strg Women $5
(12 classes on going)
9am-12pm Watercolor Painting, $55/$75
(6 classes)
9:30am-11:30am Intermediate Bridge-Plus,
$25/$35 (6 classes)
1-4pm Watercolor Painting, $55/$75, 6 class
12:30-4:30pm Open Time Bridge
1pm-4pm Chess Players
17) 9:15-10am Zumba, $30/$42
16)
8:15-9:15am Strg Women $5
9:30-10:30 Begin Tai Chi & Chi Gong,
$25/$35 (6 classes)
10am-11:30am Literature, 6 classes
$25/$35
10am-1pm Portraits $55/$75, 6 class
1pm-4pm Card/board games (free)
1:30-2:30pm Chair Yoga, $30/$45,
(6 Classes)
(12 classes on going)
9am-12pm Watercolor Painting, $55/$75
(6 classes)
9:30am-11:30am Intermediate Bridge-Plus,
$25/$35 (6 classes)
1-4pm Watercolor Painting, $55/$75, 6 class
12:30-4:30pm Open Time Bridge
1pm-4pm Chess Players
10) 9:15-10am Zumba, $30/$42
9) 8:15-9:15am Strg Women $5
9:30-10:30 Begin Tai Chi & Chi Gong,
$25/$35 (6 classes)
9:30am Crazy Cards $1/$3
10am-11:30am Literature, 6 classes
$25/$35
10am-1pm Portraits $55/$75, 6 class
1pm-3pm Book Club
1pm-4pm Card/board games (free)
1:30-2:30pm Chair Yoga, $30/$45,
(12 classes on going)
9am-12pm Watercolor Painting, $55/$75
(6 classes)
9:30am-11:30am Intermediate Bridge-Plus,
$25/$35 (6 classes)
1-4pm Watercolor Painting, $55/$75, 6 class
12:30-4:30pm Open Time Bridge
1pm-4pm Chess Players
3) 9:15-10am Zumba, $30/$42
Tuesday
9:30-10:30 Begin Tai Chi & Chi Gong,
$25/$35 (6 classes)
10am-11:30am Literature, 6 classes
$25/$35
10am-1pm Portraits $55/$75, 6 class
1pm-4pm Card/board games (free)
1:30-2:30pm Chair Yoga, $30/$45,
(6 Classes)
2) 8:15-9:15am Strg Women $5
Monday
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GIFTS TO THE FRIENDS OF THE DCOA
In Memory of
Ann Letourneau
By
Beth Georgeopoulous
General Donation
By
Jane Dean
General Donation
By
John Lincicum
Friends of the Danvers Council on Aging
25 Stone Street, Danvers, MA 01923
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution in memory of a loved one. This coupon is for your
convenience in making a gift that will bring more opportunities and enhance services for senior citizens today and tomorrow.
Families of those honored will be notified of your contribution.
A Living Memorial / Honor
I am enclosing $ _____________________ (Please make check payable to FRIENDS of DCOA)
Please check one of the following:
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This newsletter is made possible through funding assistance from THE FRIENDS OF THE DANVERS
COUNCIL ON AGING AND THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF ELDER AFFAIRS.
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Danvers, MA 01923
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