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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.

Oniontown Seniors

Danvers

Council on Aging

February 2020

Monday—Friday 8am-5pm

Danvers Council on Aging 25 Stone Street Danvers, MA 01923

Phone: (978) 762-0208 (978) 762-0209 Fax:(978) 762-0240

www.danversma.gov

DCOA Board

Gerri Cosgrove, Chairman Lawrence Chisholm

Don Gates

John Keohane

Bob King

Marge Leonard David Mills

Joseph Palmer

Barbara Remon

Friends of DCOA Board

Pamela Wall, Chairman Daniel Bennett

Jim Feldman

Joan Fernandes

Alan Hartnett

Lew Hathaway John Lamirande

Sandy Lane

Ellen Lefavour

Eileen Lubas

Bill Nicholson Jim Sears

Jim Tallo

Janice Tipert

Participant’s Committee

Sandra Hallock, Chairman Florence Celata

Joanne Christopher

Leotia Demeule

Pamela Knight

Cheryl MacNeill DCOA Staff

Pamela K. Parkinson, Director

Maureen Howlett, Assistant Director

Paula Corcoran, Program Coordinator

Lorene Machado, Administrative Assistant/Transportation Coordinator

Cathy Andre, Volunteer/Nutrition

Coordinator

Lisa Westrate, Social Service/Outreach

Judith Ryan, RN, Supportive Day Coordinator/Public Health Nurse

Kim Johnson, Receptionist

Ann Foster, SHINE Coordinator

Barbara Devereux, SHINE Coordinator

Sandi McDonald, Financial Aide

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your email address to: [email protected]

Nationally Accredited Senior Center

Awarded 2001, 2007, 2012, 2018

Men’s Club - Monday, February 24th, 5:30 PM. Speaker will be Captain James Brooks of the Danvers Fire Department on Fire Prevention and Safety. Menu: Sweet sausage, pepper &

onion sandwich, chips, apple crisp for dessert. Please purchase tickets no later than Thursday, February 20th. Charge of $8pp

for members of FDCOA and $10pp for nonmembers.

Seniors Serving Seniors Friday, February 14th at Danvers High School, 9am-10:30am. Join us for the annual breakfast sponsored by the Senior Class. There is no charge for this

event but please register in advance by calling the center at 978-762-0208 by Wednesday, February 12th. Limited

transportation is also available.

AARP Tax Assistance – As we go to press there are no appointments left for Tax Assistance. You may call

1-888-227-7669 to find other locations that may have openings.

2/12 Birthday lunch, 12pm

2/10 Crazy Cards, 9:30am-12pm

2/10 Book Club, 1pm-3pm

2/11 Travel Chef, 12pm

2/11 Memory Café, 1:30pm (see pg 8 for info)

2/14 Podiatry Clinic, 10am-2pm (by appt only)

2/17 President’s Day, Senior Center closed

2/18 Pizza & A Movie, 1pm (see pg 4 for info)

2/19 Pop Up Library, 10am-1pm

2/20 Evening Book Club, 5:30pm(see pg 4 for info)

2/24 Men’s Club, 5:30pm

2/27 Mr. Fix It, 9am-11:30am

• Every Tuesday & Thursday Zumba,

9:15-10am ($30/$42 for 12 sessions)

• Every Thursday—Blood Pressure Clinic,

9:30am-12:00pm (by appt. only)

• Every Thurs.—1:15-3 PM—Maple Sugar Jazz Band

February 2020, Vol. 36 Issue 2

SAVE THE DATE TABLE OF CONTENTS

Save the Date 2

Essex County 50+ Job Seekers 2

Triad Corner, Volunteer Info 3

Upcoming Events 4

Transportation Information 5

Multi Day Trips 6 & 7

Day Trips 8

Travel Chef 9

Memory Café & Social Day Program 10

Activities 11

Timely Topics & DCOA Raffle Winner 12

People to People Food Pantry & Medicare 13

Menu & Calendar 14-15

Special Interest Programs/Activities 16-20

Census Safety 21

SNAP Info & Hearing Screening 22

Social Services 23

Group Support 24

Veterans’ Services Announcements 25

Our Advertisers 26

Sponsors/Birthday Lunch 27

In Memory of 27

Living Memorial/Honor donation form 28

50 + Job Seekers Networking Group is back!!

Networking Works! Your AGE really is your EDGE! Start your journey toward self-realization,

re-invention and transformation! For mature job seekers..that’s you! (50 years of age +). Did you know

that 85% of ALL jobs are found through networking? The Executive Office of Elder Affairs has

funded a Networking Group for job seekers 50+ years old. If you are unemployed, underemployed,

seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market or are retired and looking for a "Second

Act Career" this is the perfect group for you. Every meeting is facilitated by a Human Resources

Professional Career Coach whose topics will be relevant to career transition and job search. Meetings

will include, guest speakers, access to hiring managers and opportunities to network, which according

to statistics, has an 85% chance of opening the door to your future. The group will meet the 2nd and

4th Wednesday of the month from 9:30am-12:00pm. Doors open at 9am, program runs 9:30am–

11:30am with a 1/2 hour at the conclusion for any additional questions. All meetings are held at the

Danvers Council on Aging, 25 Stone St, Danvers. To register for this free workshop please go to:

www.mcoaonline.com/50plus or call Maureen Howlett at 978-762-0208.

http://www.mcoaonline.com/50plus

Bingo Bonanza, Wednesday, February 19th, 11am-2pm at Brentwood Brentwood is generously sponsoring a Bingo Bonanza for the Danvers Senior

Center to be held at their facility at 56 Liberty Street in Danvers. This event which will be held on Wednesday, February 19th from 11am-2pm and will

include bingo with amazing prizes as well as lunch for those attending. RSVP to the Senior Center at 978-762-0208. The Center will provide a shuttle to get everyone back and forth as parking is limited at their site. Join us for this fun

event!


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.

You can make the most out of each doctor’s appointment by bringing along a “Reminder Sheet

for Your Doctor Visit”. This form/list may assist you in getting ready to visit your doctor. This will help you remember all those questions you’ve been thinking about since your last

appointment. It’s important that you have all the information available to you when you visit your doctor, so that you and your doctor can make informed medical decisions that are right for you. Another set of ears is helpful, like a friend or relative and makes for good company

too.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

I am currently trying to recruit students from the high school to shovel walkways and stairs (not driveways or large areas) for seniors who have no one else to help them. I am putting

together a list of seniors who need this service. There is no guarantee I will be able to find volunteers, but I am hopeful. If you are homebound and need this service, please call the

center and we will put your name on the list. I have a volunteer who is willing to go with seniors to Dr. visits. If you need this assistance or

want more information please call Cathy.

A Movie & Pizza Afternoon

with Marquis Health! Join us

in the Great Room on

Tuesday, February 18th at 2:30 PM for

Pizza and a Movie with Marquis Health

Services! We will show the movie The Good

Liar (starring Helen Mirren & Ian McKellen)

at 2:30 PM with Pizza, bottled water, soda

to follow. Tickets are $1.00 each and must

be purchased in advance. There is a limit of

50 people for this event. As the month of

February is American Heart Health Month,

we ask you to wear Red that day. There will

be prizes and give-aways for those wearing

red!!

Senator Joan Lovely Senator Joan Lovely’s office will host

district hours at the Danvers Council on Aging every other month. She will be here next on

Monday, February 10, 2020, 9am-10am. Appointments are encouraged and can be made by phone at 617-722-1410 or by email at

[email protected] The Senators office offers a range of constituent services

to residents of the Second Essex District. If you have any questions or concerns regarding state government, please feel free to contact

her or her staff.

Evening Book Club – The

Book Club will meet next on

Thursday, February 20th

at 5:30 PM. This month the book selected

is “It All Comes Back To You” by Beth

Duke. Plot: It's 1947. War's over,

cherry-print dresses, parking above the city

lights, swing dancing. Beautiful, seventeen-

year-old Violet lives in a perfect world.

Everybody loves her. In 2012, she's still

beautiful, charming, and surrounded by

admirers. Veronica “Ronni” Johnson, licensed

practical nurse and aspiring writer meets the

captivating Violet in the assisted living facility

where Violet requires no assistance, just lots

of male attention. When she dies, she leaves

Ronni a very generous bequest―only if Ronni

completes a book about her life within one

year. As she's drawn into the world of young

Violet, Ronni is mesmerized by life in a simpler

time. It's an irresistible journey filled with

revelations, some of them about men Ronni

knew as octogenarians at Fairfield Springs.

Struggling, insecure, flailing at the keyboard,

Ronni juggles her patients, a new boyfriend,

and a Samsonite factory of emotional baggage

as she tries to craft a manuscript before her

deadline. But then the secrets start to

emerge, some of them in person. And they

don't stop. Everything changes. Please call

Paula at 978 762-0208 x104 if you will be

attending


UPCOMING EVENTS

Pop Up Library: On Wednesday, February 19th from 10AM–1PM The Peabody

Institute Library will be coming to the Senior Center. The Library now has a vehicle that they are able to take on the road with books. Stop by and “check out” books and other materials the library has to offer. The library will

be making an appearance here on a monthly basis. Don’t forget to bring your library card!!

mailto:[email protected]

Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs & Fri 9:30-1:30pm

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

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.

Medical transportation is available to Danvers residents age 60 or older, and/or disabled

Danvers residents under the age of sixty. It is suggested that residents make

transportation requests as early as possible for scheduling purposes. Due to high demand

for booked appointments, we will get you to your appointment on time, however, you may

need to wait for a return ride home. Individuals in wheelchairs can be accommodated. The suggested transportation

donation is $1.50 each way ($3 round trip) donation for appointment within Danvers and $2.50 each way ($5 round

trip) donation for appointments to the adjoining communities of Peabody, Beverly and Salem. For ease of donations,

we are offering seniors the option to purchase a donation punch card for $30. You may purchase a donation card at

the front desk. Please call Lorene to schedule a ride at 978-762-0208.

February 2020 Vol. 36 Issue 2

TRANSPORTATION

NOTE: If an alternative format is required to review materials, please let us know and it will be provided for you. Notice of Nondiscrimination Rights & Protections to Beneficiaries: Federal “Title VI/Nondiscrimination” Protections: The Danvers Council on Aging (DCOA) operates its programs, services, and activities in compliance with federal nondiscrimination laws including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, and related statues and regulations. Title VI prohibits discrimination in federally assisted programs and requires that no person in the United States of America shall, on the

grounds of race, color, or national origin (including limited English proficiency), be excluded from participation in, be denied the bene-fits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal assistance. Related federal nondis-crimination laws administrated by the Federal Highway Administration, the Federal Transit Administration, or both prohibit discrimina-tion of the basis of age, sex, and disability. These protected categories are contemplated within DCOA’s Title VI Programs con-sistent with federal interpretation and administration. Additionally, DCOA provides meaningful access to its programs, services, and

activities to individuals with limited English proficiency, in compliance with US Department of Transportation policy and guidance on federal Executive Order 13166. State Nondiscrimination Protections: DCOA also complies with the Massachusetts Public Accommodation Law, M.G.L. c272 §§ 92a, 98, 98a,, prohibiting making any distinction, discrimination, or restriction in admission to or treatment in a place of public accommodation based on race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or ancestry. Likewise DCOA complies with the Governor’s Executive Order 526, section 4 requiring all programs, activities, and services provided, performed, licensed, chartered, funded regulated, or contracted for by the state shall be conducted without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, age, gen-der, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, disability, veteran’s status (including Vietnam-era veterans), or background. Additional Information: To request additional information regarding Title VI and related federal and state nondiscrimination obliga-

tions, please contact: Title VI Specialist, MassDOT, Office of Diversity and Civil Rights, 10 Park Plaza, Boston, MA 02116. 857-368-8580, TTY: 857-368-0603, [email protected] Complaint Filing: To file a complaint alleging a violation of Title VI or related federal nondiscrimination law, contact the Title VI Spe-cialist (above) within 180 days of the alleged discriminatory conduct. To file a complaint alleging a violation of the state’s Public Accom-

modation Law, contact the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination within 300 days of the alleged discriminatory conduct at: Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD), One Ashburton Place, 6th floor, Boston, MA 02109. 617-994-6000. TTY: 617-994-6196. NOTE: Reasonable modifications in policies, practices, or procedures are available to avoid discrimination on the basis of disability. To request such modifications please contact the Danvers Council on Aging at 978-762-0208.


2020 MULTI DAY TRIPS

February 15-23, 2020 – Spotlight on the French Riviera featuring Nice’s Carnival. Includes r/t air, transfers. Highlights include Nice, Antique Market, St. Tropez, Vineyard &

Wine tasting, Monaco, Monte Carlo Casino, Cannes, Antibes, Nice Carnival and much, much more. Cost from: $2,999 p.p, d.o. (Collette)

April 5-16, 2020 – Costa Rica: A world of Nature – Trip includes r/t air, lodging.

Highlights include: Tortuguero National Park, Tirimbina Rainforest Center, Chocolate Making Demonstration, River Safair, Finca Experience, and much more. Cost from: $3,739 p.p., d.o, (Collette)

June 4-12, 2020 - Bluegrass Country & the Smokey – Trip include r/t air, lodging. Highlights include Churchill Downs, Kentucky Derby Museum, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Asheville, Biltmore Estate and more. Cost from: $2,949 p.p., d.o. (Collette)

June 14-15, 2010 - The Berkshires – Travel via deluxe motor coach to Lenox Mass. Enjoy sights such as touring Edith Wharton’s 42 room country home, Hancock Shaker Village, and much more. Cost from:$384 p.p, d.o (All Around New England)

September 13-14, 2010 – Cape Cod & Martha’s Vineyard – Learn the history of the Cape Cod Canal, visit Aptucxet Trading Post, Discovery Center at Woods Hole, Oak Bluffs, Ed-gartown and much more. Cost from: $368 (All Around New England)

September 25 – October 2, 2020 – Discover Canyon Country – Trip include r/t air, lodging. Highlights include Scottsdale, Oak Creek Canyon, Kaibab National Forest, Grand Canyon, Lake

Powel, Las Vegas and more. Cost from: $2.999 p.p., d.o. (Collette)


2020 MULTI DAY TRIPS

Travel Talk – Join Vinnie Brown of Collette for an information presentation on the 2020 Discover Canyon Country Trip. Presentation will be held on

Wednesday, February 26th at 4 PM. No charge to attend the presentation, but please call to let us know you are coming.

September 21-27 2020 – Kentucky Bluegrass, Bourbon Trail & Nashville - Includes r/t air, 1 night Louisville, 1 night Lexington, 2 nights Gatlinburg, 2 night Nashville. Tours include

Jim Bean Distillery, Wild Horse Saloon, Grand Ole Opry, County Music Hall of Fame, Churchill Downs, Louisville Slugger Factory and more. (Best of Times)

October 11 – 15, 2020 – Penn Dutch & Gettysburg – Highlights include: Amish Farmland

Tour, Farm Visit, Mock Amish Wedding & Celebration, Sight & Sound Theater production of Esther, Pretzel factory tour, Gettysburg battlefield tour, confederate lunch and more. Cost

from: $1100 p.p., d.o. (All Around New England)

December 6-7, 2020 – Holiday Fun in the White Mountains – Back by popular de-mand…..Travel to the White Mountain Hotel & Resort in beautiful North Conway. Enjoy your

meals in the scenic dining room Ledges. Visit the Wolfeboro Festival of Trees, and much more. This trip sold out in May last year! If you are interested, place your deposit right away!! Cost from: $389 (All Around New England)

( A l l D a y T r i p s i n c l u d e mo to r c o a c h T r ans p o r t a t ion f r om t h e S en i o r C en t e r u n l e s s s p e c i f i e d )

Friday, March 6, 2020 - Lobster Bake at Captain Jack’s & Mohegan Sun Casino – Depart

via luxury motorcoach to Narragansett Bay in Wakefield, Rhode Island with a visit to Captain Jack’s for an unforgettable meal to kit of the day. Following lunch enjoy about 3 hours to test your skill at Lady Luck, do shopping or catch an afternoon lounge show at Mohegan Sun.

Luncheon choice of Lobster or Prime Rib. Cost: $99 (New England Journeys)

Sunday, March 15, 2020 – Twin Rivers – Try your luck at over 4500 slot machines, as well as table games and more. $7 voucher toward lunch at one of the casual restaurant options, free play. Cost: $40 (All Around New England)

Tuesday, March 17, 2020 – St. Patrick’s Day Celebration – Depart via deluxe motorcoach

to the Aqua Turf Club in Connecticut for a complete luncheon of Corned Beef and Cabbage and much more. Entertainment by Padraig Allen and The McLean Avenue Band from Ireland presenting a retrospect of Celtic folklore, traditional songs, dancing, and pop Irish music. Cost:

$129 (New England Journeys)

Monday, May 11, 2020 – Englebert Humperdinck & Tom Jones Tribute Show – Travel to the Log Cabin in Holyoke for a fabulous brunch and enjoy the show! Relive their best moments on stage when their talent and charisma made us all swoon. Cost: $101 (All Around New

England)

Tuesday, May 19, 2020—Carole King Tribute at the Danversport Yacht Club. Deb DeLucca is a singer songwriter that recreates an authentic look, feel, and most importantly, sounds of

Carole King live in Concert. Complete Luncheon. Cost: $72.00 (Best of Times) Tuesday, June 16, 2020—Comedy Hypnosis Show at Lake Pearl – Comedy hypnotist Richard

Barker brings his charm and experience to blow the minds of audiences. Complete meal. Cost: 92.00(Best of Times) Call for flyer availability and date confirmation.

Thursday, August 13, 2020—Martha’s Vineyard Day Trip-Enjoy a ferry ride, tour of Martha’s Vineyard, tour guide and dinner on the mainland. Cost: $165.00 (Best of Times)

Sunday, October 18, 2020 – The British Invasion Years at Lake Pearl – Enjoy a wonderful

meal at Lake Pearl. Then enjoy chart toppers by the iconic British groups such as The Zombies, Dave Clark Five, Rolling Stones, The Hollies and more. Also enjoy songs from The Monkees, Simon & Garfunkel, The Beach Boys and more. Cost: 92.00 (Best of Times)

Tuesday, December 1, 2020 – Michael Buble Christmas Tribute – A tribute to Michael

Buble with swinging standards and pop hits of Michael Buble in an unforgettable performance at the Danversport Yacht Club. Complete Luncheon. Cost: $72.00 (Best of Times)

2020 DAY TRIPS


Travel Chef—Tuesday, February 11th—Panini Bar—Chicken Caprese Panini w/mozzarella,

basil, tomato, Italian wedding soup with crackers, mixed green salad with house dressing,

potato chips & cream cheese brownie. Suggested donation of $2.25 per person, Reservations

by Monday, February 10th at 10am.

TRAVEL CHEF


The Travel Chef was here on January 21st to

help celebrate Chinese New Year. Chef Jackie

prepared a delicious meal of boneless pork, fried rice, chicken wings

and vegetables. Our next visiting chef will

be here on Tuesday, February 11th with Chicken Caprese Panini

Sandwiches. Sign up by 10 am on February 10th.

SOCIAL DAY PROGRAM

Operation Troop Support Items for February—In keeping with the growing needs of our troops, we will be collecting these needed items for the month of February:

Password puzzle books, word searches, brain teasers, playing cards & electric games and as always personal size hygiene items. Please drop off items at the Danvers

Council on Aging, 25 Stone Street.

We continue to accept applications for participation in this unique program. If you or someone you know may be interested please contact Judith Ryan at (978) 762-0208, for more information. We are happy to offer a risk “FREE” trial day and financial assistance may be

available to Danvers residents 60 and older through the generosity of the Clara & Harvey Pillsbury Foundation.

Memory Café is coming to the Senior Center! A Memory Café is a welcoming place for people with forgetfulness or other changes in their thinking and for their family and friends.

Memory Cafés meet at a variety of places in Massachusetts communities. Each memory café is different. Some cafés invite guest artists, some offer information about memory changes and

all cafés are about relaxing and chatting. All cafés share these goals:

• To help guests feel comfortable and to know they are not alone.

• To talk with others who understand what you are going through.

• To leave behind limitations and instead focus on strengths.

• To enjoy the company of others.

• To explore something new.

Join us for refreshments, activities and conversation in a welcoming place for caregivers and individuals living with memory changes Tuesday, February 11th, 1:30-3pm. RSVP requested

but not required. For further information, contact Judith Ryan 978-762-0208

MEMORY CAFÉ

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 through 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.


ACTIVITIES

Learn to coupon with Judi - Did you know that you can save 30-80% on your groceries? You can spend as little as a half hour of preparing in advance to save on

your weekly grocery bill. Do you know how to “double up” on a sale? Do you know where to find coupons? Join Judi Martino on the first and third Monday of the month

(February 3rd from 10:30am-11:30am) to learn how to organize your coupons; share

coupons ideas and information. Note: February 17th is President’s Day so there will not be a class.

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. Group will meet the 2nd Monday

of the month from 9:30am-Noon. This month will be Monday, February 10th. Must sign up in advance at the senior center (limited to 28 players). Cost $1.00

members/$3.00 non members.

Book Club –A Book Club with a Difference. We decide as a group on the monthly

topic. Then we each find our own book to discuss. We have great discussions on our choices. The next meeting will be held on Monday, February 10th at 1pm. The book

topic will be a scandalous romance, non-fiction. All are welcome! Coloring – Mondays from 10-11 AM. According to psychologists, coloring is the best

alternative to meditation. Coloring allows you to unlock your creative potential. Perhaps more important, it helps relieve tension and anxiety. It also unlocks

memories of childhood and simpler times. All supplies are provided. Join us!!

Parkinson’s Fitness & Movement – Along with the Wednesday morning (10:30-

11:30 AM) class we have added a Friday class also. Friday classes are from 1-2 PM. Do you have Parkinson’s Disease? If so, this exercise class is for you. Linda Hall

and Marilyn Freeman of Parkinson’s Fitness will lead you through a variety of customized exercise to improve balance and stability, agility, cognitive awareness, and strength-training by ability levels. There is no charge for this as the Wednesday class is

generously sponsored by Genesis Health Care at Hathorne Hill, and the Friday class is generously sponsored by Parkinson’s Fitness. Please call Paula to register at 978-762-0208 ext 104.

Mr. Fix It - Are you left in the dark because your lamp doesn’t work? Is your toast not toasted? Bring any item which does not work properly to Mr. Fix-It and we will evaluate

and repair if possible. Mr. Fix It will be at the Senior Center on Thursday, February 27th from 9am-11:30am. Due to space limitations, if you cannot bring your item on the 27th please do not

drop off your items until Wed. February 26th. Thank you. Scrabble – Join us on Monday afternoons at 1 PM to play Scrabble. Let’s get together to

meet new friends and have some fun! All are welcome!


Check in and you may win a prize!!!! Are you using your card to check in on “My Senior Center” at the front desk every time you come to the center for a class,

trip, activity or to enter your volunteer hours? There is a new category titled “Raffle”. Every day that you are at the Senior Center and check in, remember to

touch on the Raffle option on the first page and you will earn an entry into the Raffle. A random winner will be selected on the first business day of each month to ensure that all entries from the previous month are included. The winner was Ann Sabino who won a

Transportation Punch Card. So remember to check in on the computer each time you are here. If you don’t have a card, stop by the front desk and we’ll be happy to get you one!

TIMELY TOPICS 10:45am-11:45am

BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC

Blood Pressure Clinics - Appointment Required. Judith Ryan, RN. our Public Health Nurse, will hold blood pressure clinics on Thursday mornings from 9:30am-12pm Call the center at

978-762-0208 x114 to book your appointment.


There is no charge for this event, but if you plan on attending, please call

978-762-0208 or sign up at the front desk for this presentation so that we can plan appropriate space.

2/12 Trivia with Twin Oaks!! Nicole Goodwin & Jennifer Tineo will be here to test your knowledge. Prizes and light refreshments will be provided.

2/26 – Jennifer Peffer, Occupational Therapist/Certified Hand Therapist from Sports

Medicine North/Physical Therapy North, will lead an interactive discussion on Thumb pain. What is it? How can we treat it? Can we fix it? and What can be done about it? Paraffin wax demos, adaptive equipment to save your thumbs and effective thumb orthosis to explore.

3/4 - Ladies Day!! – Ladies, join Jennifer Morley, Beauty Consultant, Licensed Esthetician from Walgreens here in Danvers for information/samples/testers of many of the

skin care and makeup products offered at Walgreens. She will spend about 5 minutes with each interested woman, giving them a brief skin consultation and/or a mini-makeover! She even has tools such as the hydrometer, which measures the hydration levels in the skin, as

well as the MatchMade device, which allows her to match each client with their perfect shade of foundation. She will also have some free samples and giveaways.


DANVERS PEOPLE TO PEOPLE FOOD PANTRY

Income and asset limits effective 1-1-20

Prescription drug co-payments with Extra Help effective 1-1-20

Income / month Assets

Individual $1,738 $15,720

Married couple $2,346 $23,600

Per 30-Day supply

Generic $3.60

Brand Name $8.95

Want to lower your Medicare costs? On January 1, 2020 the income and asset limits for the Medicare Savings Programs* increased. If you qualify, these programs will pay your Part B premium and in some cases your

Part A and B deductibles, co-pays and Part A premium (if you have one). In addition, you will automatically receive Extra Help, a program that will lower your Medicare Part D premium

and co-pays. .

To learn more and to request an application, contact MassHealth at: 1-800-841-2900 or TTY at: 1-800-497-4648. SHINE can also assist you with the application process. Call us

to make an appointment.

Applications are also available on-line at: https://tinyurl.com/MassMSP * Medicare Savings Programs are also called “Mass Health Buy-In” and are administered by

Mass Health.

Mondays and Thursdays 8:00 and to noon. Closed February 17th for President’s Day. The 2nd and 4th Wednesdays we are open 4:15 to 6:00 pm.

Reminder – if the schools are closed for snow, the Pantry is closed.

Notice to Seniors:

The Danvers Police Department has provided personal information sheets in case of emergency.

The sheets will be at the Senior Center Front Desk and Pantry check in desk– they are or-ange colored. You fill them out – and/or attach your list your medications to them and keep

them at home. It is suggested that you tape/magnet them to your refrigerator for easy access if needed.

https://tinyurl.com/MassMSP

Before getting lunch, please inform your server of any allergies you may have. Congregate Meal Program Suggested Donation: $2.25

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DANVERS COUNCIL ON AGING 2019 SPECIAL INTEREST PROGRAMS/ACTIVITIES

SEMESTER BEGINS MONDAY, March 2 2020

All classes are open to everyone, you do not need to be a Danvers resident or a senior to attend classes. Registration in advance is required for all classes on a first-come, first

served basis.

Registration: February 3—14, 2020

IV March 2—April 10, 2020

DID YOU KNOW…..You can also register online. Go to our website: www.danversma.gov Click on Department, Click on Senior and Social Service and then click on Program Registration.

Fees for classes are for current members of the Friends of the Danvers Council on Aging or

nonmembers. One of the benefits of supporting the Friends of the DCOA is by paying the “member price”. All you need to do when you come in to sign up for a class is to show us your current Friends of the DCOA membership card.

**NOTE: All classes are 6 sessions unless specified in class description.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ MONDAYS

Strong Women, Strong Bones 8:15-9:15 AM Carole Lane Cost: $5 per session member

$7 Non member Weight-bearing, resistance training based on the Tufts Medical Program. Please bring your hand weights.

Ongoing

Video Exercise 8:30-9:30 AM No Cost Join our group as they exercise to “Richard Simmons and the Silver Foxes”. This fitness dvd program is designed for “Silver Citizens”. Group meets Monday, Wednesday & Friday mornings.

Ongoing


MONDAYS continued

Tai Chi for All 9:30-10:30 AM Marsha Kingston Cost: $25 member/ $35 non member

In this six week class you will learn simple Tai Chi movements that anyone can do for health and wellness. Instead of complicated movements that can be discouraging for those starting out, you will learn simple movements that are the building blocks of Tai

Chi and Chi Gong. Class size: 15 Sessions: IV

Coupon with Judi 10:30-11:30 AM - Judi Martino No Cost

Did you know that you can save 30-80% on your groceries? You can spend as little as a half hour of preparing in advance to save on your weekly grocery bill. Do you know how to “double

up” on a sale? Do you know where to find coupons? Join Judi Martino on the first and third Monday of the month to learn how to organize your coupons, share coupons, ideas and information. Ongoing

Chair Yoga 1:30-2:30 PM Dot McKeen, RYT Cost: $30 Member $45 non member Chair Yoga is a wonderful way to reduce stress, relieve muscular tension in neck, shoulders and

back, increases flexibility, balance and endurance as well as enhances your well being. Class size: 30. Sessions: IV

Evening Book Club 5:30-7:30 PM—Led by Paula Corcoran No Cost The Book Club will meet next on Thursday, February 20th at 5:30 PM. This month the book se-

lected is “It All Comes Back To You” by Beth Duke. Plot: It's 1947. War's over, cherry-print

dresses, parking above the city lights, swing dancing. Beautiful, seventeen-year-old Violet lives in a

perfect world. Everybody loves her. In 2012, she's still beautiful, charming, and surrounded by

admirers. Veronica “Ronni” Johnson, licensed practical nurse and aspiring writer meets the capti-

vating Violet in the assisted living facility where Violet requires no assistance, just lots of male at-

tention. When she dies, she leaves Ronni a very generous bequest―only if Ronni completes a book

about her life within one year. As she's drawn into the world of young Violet, Ronni is mesmerized

by life in a simpler time. It's an irresistible journey filled with revelations, some of them about

men Ronni knew as octogenarians at Fairfield Springs. Struggling, insecure, flailing at the key-

board, Ronni juggles her patients, a new boyfriend, and a Samsonite factory of emotional baggage

as she tries to craft a manuscript before her deadline. But then the secrets start to emerge,

some of them in person. And they don't stop. Everything changes. Please call Paula at 978 762-

0208 x104 if you will be attending


TUESDAYS

Zumba 9:15-10 AM Priscilla Gerrard Cost: $30.00 Member $42 non member

Low impact aerobics custom tailored to the fitness needs of the more mature fitness conscious individual. Class meets every Tuesday and Thursday. Purchase a “Passport to Health” card and have it punched every session you attend. Each card is good for 12 sessions. The card does

not expire. Ongoing

Open Time to Play Bridge 12:00-4:30 PM No Cost Tables of 4 may be reserved by calling the center at 978 762-0208 or 978 762-0209. Come as part of a group or by yourself and make new friends. Ongoing

WEDNESDAYS

Strong Women, Strong Bones 8:30-9:30 AM Carole Lane Cost: $5 per session member $7 Non member

Weight-bearing, resistance training based on the Tufts Medical Program. Please bring your hand weights. Ongoing

Video Exercise NOTE NEW TIME FOR WEDNESDAY: 8-9AM No Cost Join our group as they exercise to “Richard Simmons and the Silver Foxes”. This fitness dvd

program is designed for “Silver Citizens”. Group meets Monday, Wednesday & Friday mornings. Ongoing

Watercolors As You Like It 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Karen Nastuk Cost:$55 Member $75 non member

Six classes for beginners and intermediates to enhance painting skills. Additional supplies required. Class size: 9. Sessions: IV

Chair Toning 9:35 – 10:35 AM Priscilla Gerrard Cost: $30 Member $45 non member

Chair Toning is a program to strengthen and tone various body parts. It is a non-stress, low-impact class. It is appropriate for any age and level of physical capability. Participants

are seated throughout the program. Exercises are done for warm-up, toning and strength and cool-down. Weights can be used for a portion of the class – but this is optional. Suggested weights are 1-3 lb hand weights. Upper body, lower body and core strengthening/toning are

the focus of this class. Emphasis on breathing and control with movement throughout. Participants are not expected to use weights or do certain exercises if this is beyond their

ability or comfort level. Class size: 12 Sessions: IV


WEDNESDAYS continued

Parkinson’s Fitness & Movement 10:30-11:30 AM Linda & Keith Hall No Cost Do you have Parkinson’s Disease? If so, this exercise class is for you. Linda and Keith Hall of

Parkinson’s Fitness will lead you through a variety of customized exercises to improve balance and stability, agility, cognitive awareness, and strength-training by ability levels. This program was created to promote self-motivation and positive attitudes. There is no charge for this due

to the generosity of Genesis Health Care/Hathorne Hill.. Session: Ongoing

Watercolors As You Like It 12:30-3:30 PM Karen Nastuk Cost: $55 Member $75 non member

Six classes for beginners and intermediates to enhance painting skills. Additional supplies required. Class size: 9. Sessions: III, IV

Open Time to Play Mah Jongg 1-4 PM No Cost Tables of 4 may be reserved by calling the center at 978 762-0208 or 978 762-0209. Sign up

as part of a group or by yourself and make new friends! Tiles will be supplied by the Senior Center. Ongoing

Line Dancing 1:30—2:30 PM Tina LaFlam Cost: $5 Member $7 Non member

Sessions: Ongoing-Begins on Wednesday, September 4th and is ongoing through June 3rd

THURSDAYS Zumba 9:15-10 AM Priscilla Gerrard Cost: $30.00 Member

$42 non member Low impact aerobics custom tailored to the fitness needs of the more mature fitness conscious

individual. Class meets every Tuesday and Thursday. Purchase a “Passport to Health” card and have it punched every session you attend. Each card is good for 12 sessions. The card does not expire.. Ongoing

Maple Sugar Jazz Band 1:15-3 PM No Cost

Join John Kendrick and his Maple Sugar Jazz Band for live music and dancing every Thursday. Ongoing

FRIDAYS

Video Exercise 8:30-9:30 AM No Cost Join our group as they exercise to “Richard Simmons and the Silver Foxes”. This fitness dvd program is designed for “Silver Citizens”. Group meets Monday, Wednesday & Friday mornings.

Ongoing


Snow Cancellation Policy of the Danvers Senior Center

The Senior Center (transportation, meals and program) 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 closings

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 and let them know of any

changes or cancellation.

FRIDAYS continued

Wii Bowling 9-10 AM No Cost Have you ever tried Wii Bowling? Join us to play weekly. This is a game anyone can play.

Ongoing Parkinson’s Fitness & Movement 1-2 PM Linda & Keith Hall No Cost

Do you have Parkinson’s Disease? If so, this exercise class is for you. Linda and Keith Hall of Parkinson’s Fitness will lead you through a variety of customized exercises to improve balance

and stability, agility, cognitive awareness, and strength-training by ability levels. This program was created to promote self-motivation and positive attitudes. There is no charge for this. Session: Ongoing

Knitting 1-4 PM No Cost

All participants work on their own projects. Members help each other over the tricky points and help you turn out an item just like the photo in the instructions. All Welcome! Ongoing

Refund Policy: You may cancel your enrollment in a program/class prior to the program’s start date and

request a refund. The cost of the program/class minus a $5.00 processing fee will be refunded. A refund will be issued in the form of a credit to the credit card you registered

with or as a check. Registration fees are nonrefundable if cancelled on or after a program start date. The Danvers Council on Aging cannot refund fees requested on or after a start date of a program, or for sessions missed due to personal illness or other personal situations.


Census Safety

The following is taken from the Salem News from an article written by Tracy Arabian who is the Communications Officer at SeniorCare.

The 2020 Census is coming. The Census Bureau will never ask for:

• Your full Social Security number

• Your full bank or credit card account numbers

• Your mother’s maiden name

• Anything on behalf of a political party

If you suspect fraudulent activity, please do the following:

If you get mail: • Check that the return address is Jeffersonville Indiana.

• If you continue to question the authenticity of the letter or form, call the Census Bureau’s regional office at 212-584-3400 or 1-800-991-2520, TTY:212-478-4793 to verify the household survey.

If someone calls your household to complete a survey:

• Call the National Processing Center at 1-800-523-3205, TTY: 1-800-877-8339 to verify that the caller is a Census Bureau employee.

• You can also look up the person on the www.census.gov website to confirm his or her

legitimacy.

If someone visits your residence to complete a survey: • Check first for a valid U.S. Census Bureau ID badge. Official badges will have the worker’s

photograph, a U.S. Department of Commerce watermark and an expiration date.

• If you are still unsure, call the Census Regional Office at 212-584-3400, 1-800-991-2520, TTY: 212-478-4793 to verify this is a legitimate survey and the visitor is a Census Bureau

employee. You can also look up the person on the www.census.gov website to confirm his or her legitimacy.

If you get an email and think it is bogus: • Do not reply, do not click on any links and do not open any attachments.

• Forward the email to the Census Bureau at [email protected]. • Delete the message. The Census Bureau will investigate and notify you of the findings.

It’s important to know the phone numbers above. A scammer may offer you a phone number to verify their legitimacy. Never trust a phone number given to you by an unknown caller and/or

visitor. Census workers should not hesitate to give you the time to confirm their identity.

Maximize your SNAP Benefits

Tell DTA about your expenses! You may get credit for these expenses even if you are currently not paying for them in full. This may help to increase your SNAP benefits!

Utility Costs: Heating, Cooling, Electricity, Trash Collection, Water & Sewerage, Phone

DOR Child Support Payments: You may receive credit for paying court ordered child support

Shelter Costs: Rent, Mortgage (Principal, Interest, Taxes, & Insurance), Condo Fees, etc. Dependent Care Costs: Tell us about childcare or adult dependent care costs

Medical Costs: Elderly or disabled clients may claim Co-pays, Prescriptions, Over-the-Counter

Medications, Health Insurance, Transportation, etc.

More Resources

To find local food sources please call Project Bread’s Food Source Hotline at 1-800-645-8333.

To find nutritional advice please visit the Food & Nutrition Service website at www.choosemyplate.gov.

To find essential health & human services programs in your area please call 2-1-1

To find local employment & training providers please visit www.snappathtowork.org

For more information on DTA programs please visit mass.gov/dta


Free Hearing Screening

Do you experience ringing or noises in your ears? Do you hear better with one ear than the other? Do you find it difficult to follow conversations in a

crowded room? Sue Stein of Hearing Life will conduct a Hearing Screen-ing on Thursday, February 20th from 10 AM-12 Noon (By appointment) to help answer those questions and any others you may have as well as a free

hearing aid clean and check. There is no charge, but please call 978-762-0208 to schedule your appointment.

SOCIAL SERVICES


Our groups are free and open to

anyone in the area who could benefit

from the infor-mation and sup-port provided by

the group.

For more info, contact

Lisa Westrate, group facilitator,

978-762-0208 x105

To request a ride to a group,

contact Lorene Machado,

978-762-0208 x101.

OTHER LOCAL NETWORKING AND SUPPORT

50+ JOB SEEKERS NETWORKING GROUP - 2nd & 4th Wednesdays 9:30am– 12pm Danvers COA (2nd) Contact: Maureen Howlette Danvers Senior Center 978-762-0208 BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT - CareDimensions offers groups for various needs Bertolon Center for Grief & Healing, 78 Liberty St. Danvers. Call for details: 855-774-5100 CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP - 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 10:30-12 or 7-8:30 North Shore Elder Services, 300 Rosewood Dr., Suite 200, Danvers Contact: 978-750-4540 HOARDING - Next 10-week group will begin in February. Once it begins, groups are closed.

North Shore Center for Hoarding & Cluttering - Eileen Dacey—978-624-2207 MEMORY CAFÉ - 2nd Tuesday of the month, 1:30-3pm Danvers Senior Center, Contact Judith Ryan 978-762-0208 x114

VETERANS SOCIAL - Thursdays 5-6pm NSCC, Danvers Math & Science Bldg. Cafeteria Contact: Lisa Westrate 978-762-0208 x105


GROUP SUPPORT and RELATED NEWS

LOW VISION GROUP - 2nd Thurs. each mo at 10:30-11:30

This group is for those experiencing any type of vision loss

ranging from a small degree of vision loss to total blindness.

(You don’t need to be a senior, or live in Danvers, to attend.)

On 2/1, Glen Schultz will join us from the Massachusetts

Equipment Distribution Program. The MassEDP provides

adaptive telephone equipment to individuals people who

have difficulty using standard telephones, including those

with vision loss. These specialized phones enable individuals

to enjoy clear, independent phone communication and the

ability to contact 911 in an emergency.

Join us in February to learn about how to qualify and acquire

equipment.

CHALLENGES OF LIVING ALONE (CLA) - 4th Thursday/mo 1-2pm

The CLA group is open to anyone looking for support in successful solo-survival. It’s a place to meet new acquaintances and build friendships while sharing common experiences.

On February 27th, Mary Crowe, Community Education Speaker from Care Dimensions will talk about Making Decisions When It Matters Most: Conversa-tions About Health Care Proxy, Five Wishes and More! This program empow-ers people to advocate for their health care wishes with family, friends, and medical professionals, as well as providing practical tools for setting up ad-vanced directives.

VETERANS’ SERVICES

Peter M. Mirandi, VSO Danvers Town Hall

1 Sylvan St. Danvers, MA 01923 978-777-0001 x 3025

Veterans Office Hours M, T, & W: 8 am - 5 pm Thurs: 8 am - 7:30 pm Friday: 8 am - 1:30 pm

What are Ch 115 Benefits? Under Chapter 115 of Massachusetts General Laws (M.G.L. ch. 115), the Commonwealth provides financial assistance for eligible Veterans, their depend-ents, and surviving spouses.

What are the eligibility requirements for Ch 115? 1. Fit the Massachusetts Definition of a Veteran 2. Be a resident of Massachusetts

3. Meet Financial Eligibility Guidelines (see chart)

How do Veterans apply for Ch 115? You may apply for benefits by contacting the VSO (Veterans Service Officer) assigned to your city/town. Peter Mirandi is the Danvers VSO How

How can I learn more? Contact Peter Mirandi or Leanne Puleo in the Veterans Office or Lisa Westrate at the Senior Center. Visit us online at www.danversma.gov/departments/veterans-services

TRANSPORTATION to VA MEDICAL CENTER

Note: Veterans are responsible for scheduling their own Drs. appointments with the VA & arranging transportation to the Shuttle Service Locations.

If you need transportation to/from the Shuttle Stop locations, call Lorene at 978-762-0208 with at least 48-hrs notice to request a ride with

the Danvers Senior Center van.

3rd Wednesday 7:30am - Departs Torigian Sr. Ctr. 1:00pm - Departs VA Medical Ctr. Jamaica Plain, MA

1st Tuesday 7:30am - Departs Torigian Sr. Ctr.

2:00pm - Departs VA Medical Ctr. Jamaica Plain, MA

Reservations required. Call the Torigian Senior Center at

978-531-2254 to reserve your seat . One assistant

may accompany veteran.

Peabody to Jamaica Plain SHUTTLE SERVICE

Torigian Senior Ctr, 79 Central St., Peabody

Call the Bedford VA at 781-687-2000 with at least

24- hr notice to request to be added to the Gloucester-

Bedford Shuttle w/ a Beverly pick up.

Monday - Friday 9:30am - Departs Vittori Rocci Post #56 143 Brimbal Ave. Beverly

1:00pm - Departs Bedford VA Hospital

200 Springs Rd, Bedford

“Gloucester to Bedford” SHUTTLE STOP

Vittori Rocci Post #56, Beverly

Ch 115 Eligibility Guidelines 2019

Income Asset

Individual $2081/mo $5000

Couple $2818/mo $9800


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OUR CORPORATE SPONSORS

Please present your card when requesting a discount

IN MEMORY OF

Birthday Lunch (The 2nd Wednesday of each month)

The next Birthday Lunch will be held on Wednesday,

February 12th at 12pm. If you are celebrating a birthday in the month of February lunch is on us! January Birthdays were from left: Richard and

Kathleen Mello, Bernie Miezwa & Roland Demers.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution in memory of a loved one. A coupon is located on the back page 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.


In Memory of Rocco Cobuzzi

By Maria Cobuzzi

In Memory of Quang Tran

By Ha Tran

In Memory of Quang Tran,

Husband of Ha Tran, our classmate From the Zumba Class

In Memory of Robert Sosnowski

By Elizabeth & Anthony Albanese

Susan & Norrell Birdwell Thomas Bond

Lawrence & Pamela Dedeo

Tony & Maire Delulis Jack & Pat Dennis

Katherine Dolder Joe & Nancy Palmer

Timothy Panunzio

Staff Lahey Danvers

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