July 2020

THE GUIDING LIGHT

Guiding Delaware’s Seniors Into a Brighter Future

Frederica Senior Center

216 South Market St

Frederica, Delaware 19946

Did you know you can read the Frederica Senior Center

Guiding Light online at www.FSCNEWS.ORG

Happy Fourth of July

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Bingo MONDAYS AND FRIDAYS @ 11:15AM

Line Dancing with Sandy WEDNESDAYS AT 9:30AM

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Frederica Senior Center Dues are Renewed every July.

Although we are not under normal operations due to

covid-19

We are providing take out meals three times per week.

Please renew your dues, annual dues are $25.00 per

year.

Lifetime dues are prorated. Age 50-60 $125.00

Age 60-70 $100.00 age 70-75-$75.00 age 75-80

$50.00

Please support our center and renew your dues.

Dues can be paid Monday, Wednesday and Friday 7am-

1pm.

You may also send a check to P.O.box 165

Frederica Delaware 19946

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ITALIAN NATIVE MARY KENNEY INSTRUCTS BASIC ITALIAN

Things to do at home

Daily exercise is vital for everyone’s general health and well-being. Along with the physical benefits,

it also promotes confidence and sound mental health. It is always advisable to check with your

health professional before beginning any exercise routine.

Here are 7 exercises that will help you maintain your strength and energy.

Walking: Start with walking in place for 2 minutes and progress to 5 minutes. Walk briskly

around the house for 5 minutes. Increase the walking weekly.

Wall Push-ups: Place hands on the wall at shoulder height. Feet flat on the floor about 2 feet away.

Keep legs straight. Do not bend at the hips. Bend arms to move hips forward. Start with 5 repeti-

tions and progress to 15.

Chair Stand: Chair stands require a sturdy chair that is easy to maneuver out of. Begin in sitting po-

sition then gradually stand up and sit back down onto the chair. Both hands can be used for added

support. This movement helps legs stay toned and improves agility. Long term, it is one of the

more effective exercises for exercising at home.

Toe Rises: With your hands lightly resting on a firm surface and using alternate feet, raise your toes

towards your shin and lower – start for 2 minutes and progress to 5. Do the same exercise without

holding onto a firm surface.

Leg Lifts: Holding lightly to a firm surface with one hand, raise the leg on the free side (with straight

knee) to the front and down again for 5 repetitions. Lift the leg to the side and

down again for 5 repetitions. Be sure to do the same on both sides and progress to fifteen rep-

etitions with each leg.

Arm Curls: Arm curls can be performed sitting or standing. Use a very light weight while doing arm

curls. If no weights are available, use a can of soup or bottle of water. Arm curls greatly improve

strength within the biceps.

Dance: Dancing is fun and beneficial. It does not have to be strenuous and can include the sim-

ple act of taking small steps to a favorite song. Salsa is a growing dance trend even for those of lim-

ited mobility, as it only requires a few steps forward and backward. Any type of dance can be

performed sitting down or with the support of the back of a chair, making it a fantastic exercise for

exercising at home.

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Chair Exercise

Fridays @ 10am

MONDAYS @ 10AM

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Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri

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Italian sausage

Peppers

Rice

Dessert

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Tuna salad

Chips

cookies

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Turkey

Potatoes

Stuffing

Vegetable

Gravy

Dessert

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Ham

Potato salad

Vegetable

Dessert

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Lasagna

Vegetable

Dessert

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Cheeseburgers

French Fries

Coleslaw

Dessert

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Taco’s

Spanish Rice

Vegetable

Dessert

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Chefs

Salad

Dessert

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Pulled pork

Pasta salad

Vegetable

Dessert

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Chicken

Mac salad

Vegetable

Dessert

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Meatball Sub

Chips

Dessert

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Roast beef

Potato's

Vegetable

Dessert

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Goulash

Garlic Bread

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WASHINGTON — Two veterans in Congress introduced legislation Monday that

would force the Department of Veterans Affairs to respond to a backlog of re-quests made through the Freedom of Information Act, many from veterans

themselves and advocacy groups.

Reps. Gil Cisneros, D-Calif., and Max Rose, D-N.Y., accused the department of

lacking transparency. They said technology issues at the VA have prevented the agency from responding to hundreds of FOIA requests for information. The bill would require the VA to fix the IT issues and reduce its backlog of FOIA

requests by 75% within three years.

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Dear Senior Center Members,

I wanted to take this opportunity to touch base and let you know

how the center will be functioning currently and how we are partici-

pating in the Delaware’s response to COVID-19. This is a rapidly

evolving public health event so it is very possible that by the time you

see this, things will have been changed so keep that in mind.

We must follow all guidelines set forth by our Governor, These

guidelines include, social distancing, wearing a mask, handwashing,

temperature checks, and any other rules they set.

We continue to provide meals as to go curbside pickup. To order a

meal you must call 302-335-4555 the day before, we are asking for

$5.00 donation for such meals, Meals are being offered on Monday

Wednesday and Fridays, these are not our normal meals, and they are

being prepared by Volunteers. The menus will be posted on our face-

book page Frederica Senior Cen.

Transportation to medical appointments is still provided by the cen-

ter, we must have two weeks notice of need, transporting to medical

appointments, pharmacies and grocery stores.

Activities are being provided ,

I am so proud of our team at the center for our response to date

on this pandemic. If you have questions or concerns, the follow-

ing are some important numbers to use and share with anyone you

may know who has a need. Please stay well, stay in touch with your

family, friends and neighbors .

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Frederica Senior Center

Senior centers should post COVID-19 safety reminders throughout the center.

Senior centers should continue to follow CDC and DPH guidance on COVID-19.

Handwashing and face covering policies should be adhered to at all time.

Participants and staff should be encouraged to wash hands for 20 seconds with soap and

water throughout the day.

Hand sanitizer must be available throughout the facility in addition to, but not in place of,

handwashing.

When cleaning the senior center:

Use an EPA List 6 approved disinfectant for frequently touched surfaces.

Facility must be cleaned at least once per day.

High contact surfaces, including but not limited to doorknobs, light switches, and railings,

should be cleaned a minimum of twice throughout the day.

If a senior center participant exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 or is diagnosed with the virus by a

positive test result or by a health care practitioner after having attended the senior center, the senior

center is to report this information to DPH on the same day that the senior center receives the in-

formation.

The information to be reported includes:

The number of participants showing symptoms of COVID-19, and the number of participants diag-

nosed with the virus by either a positive test result or a health care practitioner.

The number of participants, staff and volunteers in attendance who may have been exposed

Recommendations To Prevent Outbreaks After Reopening

If a staff person or participant tests positive, contact the Division of Public Health immediately and

follow the guidance provided by epidemiology which could be temporary closure of the center

for up to 14 days.

Where can I find more information about COVID-19?

The Delaware Division of Public Health has a dedicated page for COVID-19 that provides regular up-

dates. Click here for the most up to date information regarding COVID-19. Additional information is

also available on the CDC website and through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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Thank you to all who donated to our center during this pandemic, we could

not do what we do without your help.

Special Thank you to our Volunteers who have been with us since the

beginning of this pandemic

Linda Gaudet,, Mandy Slody, Chuck and Sue Holliday, Sue Mayersky,

Becky Tatman, Sybil and Warren Hoover, Roy and Mary Bookhultz,

And the many more who have purchased food, and other items.

To Date we have provided over five thousand meals, food bags, personal hy-

giene items to our members, Veterans and those who are in need in

our community. You have my heartfelt gratitude

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Frederica Senior Center, Inc.

Educational and Cultural Programs

Professionals from the community visit the Center to inform the members and offer a variety of services free of charge for issues like

Health, Legal, Consumer issues and much more!

Membership

The Frederica Senior Center is open to anyone 50+ or disabled, veterans regardless of race, creed, national origin, or gender. An

application must be completed and submitted to the corporation. At that time, a fee of $25.00 for annual membership dues is

also required. This fee is renewed every July 1st.

Nutritious Meals

Come enjoy our delicious meals, cooked at our Center each day. Meals are served buffet style Monday-Friday at noon for a minimal

donation of $5.00 per member, $8.00 non-member.

Social and Recreational Activities

The Center offers a variety of activities which include: daily craft-making classes, our game and social rooms are open daily for pool

playing, card games, table games, puzzles, etc. Weekly Bible study, shopping, recreational and cultural trips, various crafts, quilting,

walking and much more.

Transportation

A daily pickup is offered Monday-Friday to transport members to and from the Center, as well as social, recreational and shopping

trips. The center has two buses, each equipped with a wheel chair ramp and handicapped equipment. If you are in need of this ser-

vice please contact us for availability.

Outreach Program

Our Outreach Coordinator is a mediator between the center and the community. Persons needing assistance with food, shelter,

medical bills, or any other assistance please call our Outreach Coordinator.

Board of Directors

Ken Ryder President

Marvin Lands 1st Vice President

Sam Beyard 2nd Vice President

Mary Bookhultz Treasurer

Sybil Hoover Secretary

Telford Rager Member at Large

Members: Charles Postles, Tom Mosley,

Melvin Dernberger, Robin Hurley

Mae Maloney Becky Tatman Herb Konowitz–

William Downing

Membership Representative: Sue Mayersky

Volunteer Receptionist:

Staff

Renee Hoffman Executive Director

Ray Harris Office Manager

Cathy Mosley Activities Coordinator

Kimberly Jester Manager/Lead Cook

Billie Hoffman Assistant Cook

Michelle Phinazee Kitchen Assistant

Myra Jones Kitchen Assistant

Mert Mullen Bus Driver

Sonny Lomax Bus Driver

Roy Bookhultz Bus Driver

Betty Flemming Crafts Coordinator

Daniel Jones Sanitation Engineer

Mae Maloney Head Receptionist (Volunteer)

Front Desk Mary Bookhultz- Sybil Hoover-Sue Mayersky-Laure Gianetta-

Melvin Dernberger

Frederica Senior Center’s Mission Statement

Founded in 1974, the Frederica Senior Center was built on the need to combat the debilitating effects of geographical isolation of the elderly

residing in Frederica, Magnolia, Felton, North Bowers Beach and rural surrounding areas in Delaware.

Our goal is to provide a hot home-cooked nutritious meal daily; social; recreational and educational activities; transportation to and

from the Center; and Outreach services.

If you or someone you know has a need or would like to visit our Center, please feel free to call us (302) 335-4555 or (302) 335-1770. Our

hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 2:00pm,