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SPECIAL DATES AT WSC
5/1 National Law Day Appointments 5/7 Shredding Day
5/8 AARP Safe Driver Class 5/10 Mother’s Day Lunch
5/16 Walkways with Terry Serio 5/17 May Birthday Lunch
5/24 Memorial Day Indoor Picnic 5/25 Laura the Harpist
INSIDE THIS ISSUE Monthly Activity Calendar ......... 2
Special Menus ............................... 3
Events & Projects .................. 4-16
FACES ........................................ 17
Photo Gallery ........................ 18-19
In Cahoots with SIP .............. 20-23
Comedy Corner .......................... 24
Fun Facts .................................... 26
Menus ..................................... 27-29
What’s Happening at WSC .. 30-32
Your Path to Good Health ... 33-39
Recipe of the Month ............... 36
Volunteers .............................. 40-41
FYI ........................................ 42-54
Living Healthy, Living Well ... 43
Caregiver Skills Classes ......... 49
Medical Asst. Transportation 51
VA Transportation ................. 52
Carroll Transit System ........... 53
How to Sign In ............................. 54
Future Events .............................. 55
Save the Date Calendar ………..56
MISSION STATEMENT The Carroll County Bureau of Aging and Disabilities is dedicated to providing the highest quality of
services, programs and assistance to promote choice, dignity and independence for older adults, adults with disabilities and those who care for them.
WESTMINSTER SENIOR CENTER, 125 Stoner Ave., Westminster, MD 21157 HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:00 pm
The May News 2018
WESTMINSTER SENIOR & COMMUNITY CENTER
HOLIDAYS
5/1 May Day 5/4 Star Wars Day
5/8 World Red Cross Day 5/8 V-E Day
5/13 Mother’s Day 5/15 Ramadan Begins
5/30 Memorial Day
FLOWER Lily of the Valley
BIRTHSTONE Emerald
SENTIMENT Love
FACES: TIFFANY
WARNER
p. 17
ANNUAL CAR & TRUCK
CRUISE-IN
P. 11
ALMOND ENERGY
SNACK
RECIPE
p. 36
PHOTO
GALLERY:
p. 18-19
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May 2018 Special Activities Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Stamp It! Rubber Stamping class - Not Meeting in May
1 National Law Day ~ Appointments for completing Medical-Power of Attorney & Living Will, limited times available, call 410-386-3850
Massage & Reflexology
By appointment only
1:00-4:00 Legal Aid; FREE
2 RSVP Deadline for Mother’s Day Luncheon on 5/10
3 10:00 Your Mind Matters, see flyer pg. 36
Interested in playing Rummikub or learning how on Thursday afternoons? See Erica
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7 9:00-11:00 Shredding Truck Day RSVP Deadline for Baked Potato Day Lunch on 5/15
8 Massage & Reflexology
By appointment only
10:00-3:30 AARP Safe Driver Class; limited spaces available, see pg. 5
9 RSVP Deadline for Birthday Lunch on 5/17
10 Mother’s Day Lunch
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14 11:00 Site Council meeting: Every WSC member is a site council member!
Spring Tea Tickets Go On Sale Today
15 Baked Potato Day Lunch
Massage & Reflexology
By appointment only
16 10:00 Walkways with Terry Serio
11:00 Safe Drug Disposal Talk
12:45 500 Cards (call Jane Rohrbaugh 410-848-8252)
RSVP Deadline for Memorial Day Lunch on 5/24
17 9:00-11:00 Nickel Bingo Birthday Lunch
18 12:45 Balloon Games
21 RSVP Deadline for Older Americans Day Luncheon on 5/30
22 12:45 Prize Bingo
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11:00-12:00 Blood Pressure Screening by CHC
24 Memorial Day Lunch 9:45 am Laura the Harpist
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CLOSED FOR
HOLIDAY
29 4:00 Senior Night Out 5:00 Dinner
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Older Americans Day Luncheon
31 10:00-11:00 Diabetes Education: Finger Stick Blood Sugar Analysis, by appointment
June 1 1:30 Spring Tea; Tickets go on sale 5/14; RSVP by 5/24
3 Join us for lunch. Menus for hot lunches & cold box lunches are available next to the kitchen door.
Special May Menus
~ Mother’s Day Luncheon ~ Thursday, May 10: Roast Eye of Round Beef, Tossed Salad & Dressing, Red Skin Potatoes, Harvard Beets, Fresh Melon, Pie
Reserve your meal by May 2
~ Baked Potato Day ~ Tuesday, May 15: Baked Potato, Chili Con Carne, Cheddar Cheese, Baby Spinach & Ranch, Applesauce
Reserve your meal by May 7
~ Memorial Day ~ Thursday, May 24: Hamburger, Cheese, Hotdog, Rolls, Baked Beans, Coleslaw, Fruit, Dessert
Reserve your meal by May 16
~ Older Americans Day~ Wednesday, May 30: Crab Cake, Macaroni Salad, Caesar Salad, Watermelon, Juice, Dessert
Reserve your meal by May 21
Special June Menus
~ Father’s Day ~ Friday, June 15: Roast Eye of Round Beef, Tossed Salad & Dressing, Red Skin Potatoes, Harvard Beets, Fresh Melon, Pie
Reserve your meal by June 7
~ Baked Potato Day ~ Wednesday, June 20: Baked Potato, Chili Con Carne, Cheddar Cheese, Baby Spinach & Ranch, Applesauce
Reserve your meal by June 12
~ Sub Day ~ Tuesday, June 26: Sliced Ham, American Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Fruit Cocktail, Juice
Reserve your meal by June 18
Special July Menus
~July 4th Indoor Picnic~ Tuesday, July 3: Hamburger, Cheese, Hotdog, Rolls, Baked Beans, Pepper Slaw, Fruit, Dessert
Reserve your meal by June 25
~ Baked Potato Day ~ Thursday, July 12: Baked Potato, Chili Con Carne, Cheddar Cheese,
Baby Spinach & Ranch, Applesauce Reserve your meal by July 3
~ Sub Day ~ Wednesday, July 25: Italian Cold Cut, Provolone Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Potato Salad, Coleslaw, Fruit Cocktail, Juice
Reserve your meal by July 17
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Our Membership Form has been Updated and
We NEED EVERYONE To Complete the NEW Form
for 2018
Please pick one up at the Front Desk
In honor of “Law Day” Volunteer attorneys in Carroll County will be visiting:
Westminster Senior Center
125 Stoner Avenue
Westminster, MD 21157
Phone number: 410-386-3850
On Tuesday May 1, 2018 to assist seniors with executing these documents
Seniors will have the opportunity to schedule a 45 minute appointment with a volunteer attorney
to develop these documents at no charge to the senior. Appointments will be limited, so call early to
reserve an appointment time.
What is a Medical Power of Attorney? –
If you are unable to make health care decisions for yourself, the Medical Power of Attorney
authorizes your designated Health Care Agent to speak for you and make health care decisions
based on what you would want.
What is a Living Will? –
A Living Will Declaration sets forth your desires concerning particular types of medical treatment
you do or do not want to receive, if you become unable to communicate your own medical care
decisions. The Living Will Declaration allows you to make decisions about life –sustaining
procedures in three situations:
When death from a terminal condition is imminent despite the application of life-sustaining
procedures
A condition of permanent unconsciousness called a persistent vegetative state
An end-stage condition, which is an advanced, progressive, and incurable condition resulting in
complete physical dependency.
Medical Power of Attorney and/or
Living Will
Do you need assistance with setting up your:
Bureau of Aging & Disabilities
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The AARP Smart Driver Course, offered by AARP Driver Safety, is the nation’s largest classroom and online driver safety course and is designed especially for drivers age 50 and older. Over 15 million participants have gone through AARP Driver Safety courses. Driving isn’t what it used to be. Today you’re facing new rules of the road, distracted drivers and updated technologies - entertain-ment and GPS navigation systems, ringing cellphones and beeping texts - that demand you take your eyes from the road, despite the hazards. Learn about these issues as well as recognizing when it’s time to stop driving. That’s why AARP Driver Safety - the program that offers the nation’s first and largest driver improvement course for drivers age 50 and older - offers Drive Smart: How to Stay Safe - and Save Money.
Tuesday - May 8, 2018 - Sign Up by May 1 Westminster Senior Center
Time: 10:00 am to 3:30pm
Cost is: $15.00 for AARP members/$20.00 for non AARP members
Bring Your Own Lunch OR
A Box Meal Is Available By Reservation From The Senior Center —
For a Donation Up To $3.60 For 60 Years & Over
For Full Price, $3.60, For Under 60 Years of Age
Please register at your senior center, space is limited!!
Larry Burbank, Instructor
Visit www.aarp.org/drive to learn more about the
AARP Driver Safety Program
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May Birthdays Lunch Thursday, May 17
Lunch begins at 11:30 am RSVP for lunch by May 9
Celebrate Your Month With Us
Westminster Senior Center
Spring Tea
June 1 1:30pm $15.00
Tickets Go On Sale - May 14
Deadline to buy tickets - May 24
After May 24th?? Check if there are still seats available!
Mother’s Day Luncheon Thursday, May 10
Join us as we honor “Moms”
Stay after lunch for music with DJ Sonny
Lunch begins at 11:30 am RSVP for lunch by May 2
Special Lunch In Honor of Memorial Day Thursday, May 24
Hamburgers & Hotdogs Galore YUM!
Come Picnic Indoors or Out with Us!
Lunch begins at 11:30 am
RSVP for lunch by May 16
A Memorial Day Remembrance will be held on May 30 11:15 am
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Older Americans Month Celebration Day
Wednesday, May 30th
Join us for a special lunch followed by the music of Rear View Mirror
As we Celebrate YOU!
Lunch begins at 11:30 am
RSVP for lunch by May 21
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ATTENTION BOOKWORMS! The WSC Library is in a nook in the Dining Room and is stocked with many books for your reading pleasure. Stop by to check one out. Doris White updates the inventory frequently. If you have WSC books at home, don’t forget return them so that others may have the joy of reading them.
Stamp It! - Rubber Stamping Meets the First Monday of every month @ 12:45 pm
A new, FUN Stamping project each month Cost - $7.00/month
Class is currently FULL - Please call to place your name & phone number on the waitlist
Laura, The Harpist
Fourth Thursday of Each Month At 9:45 am
Please join us for the wonderful music
Senior Night Out - It’s Back!! - May 29 !!
Join us for an Evening Out of Games & Fun 4:00 - 8:00 pm
Dinner @ 5:00 pm RSVP by 5/21
Mexican Train, Cards, Scrabble, Dominoes, Ladderball and more
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Westminster Senior Center Bus Trips – 2018
125 Stoner Ave., Westminster, MD 410-386-3850
*NEW* Trips have designated sign-up dates, no early sign-ups taken *NEW*
June 14 (Thurs.) – Annapolis Harbor Area at Annapolis, MD (8:30-4:30)
Price includes 45 minute boat tour.
Cost: $40.00 per person. Sign-up dates: 5/16 and 5/17
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August 8 (Wed.) – Charlestown Casino at Charlestown, WV (9:00-4:30)
Package includes $20.00 free slot play.
Cost: $23.00 per person. Sign-up dates 7/11 and 7/12
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September 26 (Wed.) – Rainbow Comedy Playhouse in Paradise, PA (9:30-5:15)
Showing “Love, Lies and the Lottery”
Lunch included in price.
Cost: $71.00 per person. Sign-up dates: 8/01 and 8/02
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November 28 (Wed.) - Annual Craft & Gift Show in Harrisburg, PA (8:30-5:00)
Price includes admission.
Cost: $31.00 per person. Sign-up dates: 10/17 and 10/18
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NOTE: Payment due on day of sign-up Sign up between 8 am - 4 pm on designated dates
Costs are non-refundable, except in the case of illness or family emergency
All others – refunds will be made if you find someone to purchase your seat
The Americans with Disabilities Act applies to the Carroll County Government and its programs, services, activities and facilities. Anyone requiring an auxiliary aid or
service for effective communication or who has a complaint should contact The Department of Citizen Services, 410.386.3600, 1.888.302.8978, MD Relay
7-1-1/1.800.735.2258 , [email protected], as soon as possible but no later than 72 hours before the scheduled event.
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Tuesdays Are What’s Happening At WSC!
The Tuesday Coloring Club Meets Tuesdays At 12:30 pm in the
Craft Room
Annie the Therapy Dog Tuesday, May 8
At 10:00 am Come & Meet Annie in the SIP Kitchen
Prize Bingo Tuesday, May 22 12:45 pm in the Dining Room
We look forward to seeing you!
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Check out these
other activities!
Knowledge Club Meets in the Man Cave
Monday, May 14 at 9:30 am Tuesday, May 29 at 9:30 am
Morning Sports Review with Kirby Meets in the Man Cave
Monday, May 14 at 12:45 pm Tuesday, May 29 at 12:45 pm
Sign Language Class Meets in the SIP Kitchen
Friday, May 18 at 9:30 pm Wednesday, May 30 at 9:30 pm
Poker with Rich & SIP Meets in the SIP Kitchen
Friday, May 18 at 12:45 pm
Rec Games Meets in the Multi-purpose Room
Friday, May 11 at 1:00 pm Friday, May 18 at 12:45 pm - Balloon Games
Friday, May 25 at 1:00 pm
Interactive Harpist Program Meets in the Senior Center’s Dining Room
Thursday, May 24 at 9:45 am
Drop-in and join the Fun!
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INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTERS CLASS, NAVIGATING THE INTERNET CLASS, & INTERMEDIATE CLASS
Must Have Six (6) Students to Keep the Cost As Low As Possible
If you are interested in taking a class, please leave your name, phone number and the class you are interested in at the front desk, 410-386-3850. Once enough students are
interested someone will contact you when a class is scheduled.
Class fee: $45-$63 depending on the number of students Call Erica - 410-386-3852 for more information & to sign-up
Instruction Provided by Carroll Community College
NICKEL BINGO
Third Thursday Of Every Month
See the Special Activities Calendar
for the date
9:00 - 11:00 am Game Room
Come play with us!
The rest of the month is Penny Bingo
PICKLE BALL (Tennis meets Badminton
meets Ping-Pong)
Get exercise while meeting new people.
Every Tuesday 9:00 am to 12 pm Wednesday 1:30 to 4:00 pm and Friday 1:00 to 4:00 pm
Robert Moton Center Gym 300 S. Center Street
$10 one-time fee to participate, paid at Westminster Senior Center
Must be a Carroll County Senior Center Member
Beginner lessons First Friday of Each Month
Call 410-386-3850 for more info or see Bob Eney on Tues., Wed. & Fri.
Other Happenings…..
ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER, TABLET, SMARTPHONE HELP
WSC currently does not have anyone available to assist with 1-on-1 help.
Interested? See Erica or call 410-386-3852
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TRIAD Meeting - Open to the Public Third Thursday of the month 10 am
in the Classroom - May 17 Reducing Crime & Criminal
Victimization Against the Elderly The Carroll County TRIAD is a county agreement between the Sheriff of Carroll County, the Maryland State Police, Westminster Police Department, Carroll County State’s Attorney, Carroll County Bureau of Aging & Disabilities, Carroll County Retired Teachers’ Association and AARP Chapter 662. Interested parties are always welcome to attend the monthly open meetings.
Our goals: Reduce criminal victimization of older
persons Improve quality of life for older residents
of the community Focus on the crime-related needs and
concern of older persons Involve the community in implementing
solutions Enhance delivery of law enforcement
services to the elderly.
LEGAL AID
TUESDAY, May 1 from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm: A Legal Aid Representative will be at the
Westminster Senior and Community Center to assist members and guests. Maryland Legal Aid provides free civil legal help to Carroll County seniors 60 years and older, in matters pertaining to state and federal benefits (such as cash assistance, food stamps, medical assistance, unemployment, social security disability and SSI); fighting unlawful evictions and sub-standard housing conditions; family law (such as contested custody and protective orders); consumer debt; debt and debt collections (such as foreclosure); bankruptcy to stop garnishment and foreclosure; wage disputes and nursing home issues; and wills, durable power of attorney and medical advancement directives (through the Sixty Plus program). To receive free civil legal help, call the Midwestern Office of Maryland Legal Aid at 1-800-679-8813 on Monday through Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Ask for “Intake.”
If the legal problem is one of the civil legal problems on which Legal Aid may represent you, the Intake worker will proceed. The case will then be assigned to a paralegal or attorney, who will return your call. If the problem is not one on which Legal Aid may represent, the Intake worker will give a referral.
First Tuesday of Every Month
Americans with Disabilities
The Americans with Disabilities Act applies to the Carroll County Government and its programs, services, activities and facilities. Anyone requiring an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or who has a complaint should contact The Department of Citizen Services, 410-386-3600, 1-888-302-8978, MD Relay 7-7-7/1- 800-735-2258 or [email protected], as soon as possible but no later than 72 hours before the scheduled event.
Don’t Forget the Third Wednesday of the Month
500 Progressive Cards
Plays @12:45 pm in the Game Room
Call Jane Rohrbaugh 410-848-8252, for more information
Other Happenings…..
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Tiffany Warner
I am Tiffany Warner and I don't go by any nickname. My maiden name was
Crouse. I was born in Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore on February 21st, 1983. I
later moved to Taneytown, grew up there, and still live over there. I lived in West Virginia
for one year. My Mom, Diane Pearce, was from Baltimore City and my Dad, Marty
Crouse, lived in Carroll County. My Dad moved all over the place including Maryland,
Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Florida. He currently lives in Florida. I am the oldest of
four girls in our family. I am married and now have two children, my son Ashton is 14
years old, and my daughter Lydia is 8 years old. I have 2 German Shepard dogs name
Diesel and Ginger and a cat named Rosie.
My special memories included going to Florida and playing with manatees and
swimming with stingrays. I remember going to Universal Studios and Sea World with my
Dad. I used to like to go visit my grandmother, and go into small stores in the city and
get sour onions out of the jar. I remember my mother loving music and would turn it up
high as my sisters and I danced all night. I liked to play sports when I was going to
school. I played basketball and softball. I used to coach basketball for my daughters
team until I went back to school. I love traveling and swimming and I go crabbing often
and love that too.
I currently attend school at Carroll Community College to get my AA degree in
Sociology. I plan on continuing my work right here since I like to help out the people with
disabilities. I have worked with people with intellectual disabilities for 16 years. I started
working here at the Senior Center in February of last year. My position is the Instruction
& Events Coordinator for the Senior Inclusion Program. I have thoroughly enjoyed the
work I have been doing here.
One thing I would like to see changed is to have a closer affiliation with others who
work at the Center. I would like to see folks who attend the senior center and folks with
intellectual disabilities interact more with each other. All of the people here seem to be
wonderful friendly folks and I'd like to get to know them on a regular basis.
Most of all I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to Esther and Erica for
working with me on having everyone interacting.
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SIP, the Senior Inclusion Program, is dedicated to providing opportunities for seniors with intellectual disabilities to enjoy their retirement years in a community setting. You see us regularly “in cahoots” at the senior center
Robin and Victor enjoying Thursday afternoon at the movies.
Bill, Pat and Bruce working out in the exercise room.
Richard checking out the different colored shaving cream on his hands.
Karin enjoying her workout.
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Easter bonnet winners.
These two are up to no good. I wonder who they want to pull an April fools joke on this year?
Celene Steckel was the lucky one. Ce-lene enjoyed getting her Easter basket filled with grapes instead of chocolates. John and Edie, you got her! I wonder who they will fool next year?
Wayne, are you laughing at Celene?
Our golden egg winner this year was Mike.
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Dottie, Karen, Rose, Mike, and Bill had a blast spreading Easter cheer to our community. They delivered egg ornaments and Easter cards made by fellow SIP participants to the residents at Westminster Health Center and Longview Nursing home. This brightened up the day for the residents of these centers What a wonderful way of giving back to the community. Thank you to all the individuals that made the eggs and cards, and thank you Donna, Ashley, and Rebecca for all your help to make this happen.
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Annette Bruce Colleen Edie
Karin Lisa Mike Robin
Rose Stu
Everyone goofing off and wondering where in the world is Spring? Snow on the first day of Spring and the next week flowers.
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COMEDY CORNER: QUOTES & HUMOR
“When a pitcher’s throwing a spitball, don’t worry and don’t complain, just hit the dry side like I do.” ~ Stan Musial “My doctor told me to stop having intimate dinners for four. Unless there are three other people.” ~ Orson Welles “A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort.” ~ Herm Albright “I like to think I’m like the guy who goes to the office Christmas party Friday night, insults some people, but still has his job Monday morning.” ~ Don Rickles “I just put my feet in the air and move them around.” ~ Fred Astaire “Sometimes I wonder if men and women really suit each other. Perhaps they should live next door and just visit now and then.” ~ Katharine Hepburn “I’ve been close to Bette Davis for thirty-eight years, and I have the cigarette burns to prove it.” ~ Henry Fonda “Living with a saint is more grueling than being one.” ~ Christian Nestell Bovee “Light travels faster than sound. This is why some people appear bright until they speak.” ~ Steven Wright “From now on, ending a sentence with a preposition is something up with which I will not put.” ~ Winston Churchill “There is no cure for birth and death save to enjoy the interval.” ~ George Santayana “My ancestors wandered lost in the wilderness for forty years because even in biblical times, men would not stop to ask for directions.” ~ Elayne Boosler “People always ask me how long it takes to do my hair. I don’t know. I’m never there.” ~ Dolly Parton “What should you do when you see an endangered animal eating an endangered plant?” ~ George Carlin
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MAY FUN FACTS Birthdays are in RED
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 1931 The Empire State Building in New York was first opened to the public. At 1,250 feet, it stood as the world’s tallest building for more than 40 years.
Barbie’s full name is Barbara Millicent Roberts.
Scott Carpenter (1925–2013)
2 1954 Tennessee Williams won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.
Doris Fisher
(1915–2003)
3 1973 The 110-story Sears Tower in
Chicago was com-pleted. It was the world’s tallest building, measuring 1,454 feet high. Renamed the Willis Tower in 2009.
“Bing” Crosby (1903–1977)
4 1953 Ernest Hem-ingway was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for The Old Man and the Sea. Many critics compared it favora-bly with Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick.
Audrey Hepburn (1929–1993)
5 1809 The first U.S. patent granted
to a woman was issued to Mary Kies for “a new and use-ful improvement in weaving straw with silk or thread.”
Tyrone Power (1914–1958)
MAY AWARENESS/ACTIVITIES
Bike Month
Military Appreciation Month
Older Americans Month
Jewish American Heritage Month
Arthritis Month
Fibromyalgia Education & Awareness Month
Stroke Awareness Month
MAY FOODS
Asparagus Egg
Mint Julip Sweet Vidalia Onion
6 1957 Massachu-setts Senator John F. Kennedy received the Pulitzer Prize for his book Profiles
in Courage.
Orson Welles (1915–1985)
7 1789 The first Presidential
Inaugural Ball was held for George Washington in NY City. Each lady in attendance received a portrait of Pres. Washington as a gift. Johannes Brahms (1833–1897)
8 1429 The six-month Siege of
Orléans ended when French troops led by 17-year-old Joan of Arc drove the Eng-lish from the city.
Don Rickles (1926–2017)
9 1671 Thomas Blood attempted to
steal the Crown Jewels from the Tower of London. He would later be condemned to death but was mysterious-ly pardoned by King
Charles II. Candice Bergen, 1946
10 1930 The Adler Planetarium, the first planetarium in the western hemi-sphere, opened to the public in Chicago and is still open today. Fred Astaire
(1899–1987)
11 1997 Deep Blue, a chess-playing super computer, defeated world champion (human) chess play-er Garry Kasparov. Salvador Dalí
(1904–1989)
12 1957 A.J. Foyt won his first major race, a midget car event in Kansas City. He went on to win 67 champion-ship races, including
four at the Indianap-olis 500. Katharine Hepburn (1907–2003)
13 1938 Louis Arm-strong and his band recorded “When the Saints Go Marching In.” He had been playing it at jazz funerals for years.
Bea Arthur (1922–2009)
14 1955 After a disappointing re-lease in 1954, “Rock Around the Clock” was rereleased & became wildly
popular with teens around the world, after being played during the opening credits of the movie
Blackboard Jungle, giving it the expo-sure that it needed. George Lucas Jr., 1944
15 1869 In New York, Susan B.
Anthony & Eliza-beth Cady Stanton formed the National
Woman Suffrage Association. Joseph Cotten
(1905–1994)
16 1975 Japanese mountaineer Junko
Tabei became the first woman to climb to the top of Mount Everest, the world’s highest mountain.
Henry Fonda (1905–1982)
17 1875 Aristides won the first
Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. There were no roses for the chestnut thoroughbred; roses
weren’t introduced until 1896.
Dennis Hopper (1936–2010)
18 1642 French settlers established a
community near Mont Royal at the confluence of the St. Lawrence & Ottawa Rivers. The settle-ment was to become Montreal, the capital
city of Quebec, Canada.
Frank Capra (1897–1991)
19 1884 The five Ringling brothers
opened a circus featuring a trick horse and a bear in Baraboo, Wisconsin. They added an ele-phant in 1888, and the show’s populari-ty soared.
Johns Hopkins (1795–1873)
20 1873 Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis received a patent for blue jeans with copper rivets.
Jimmy Stewart (1908–1997)
21 1945 Humphrey Bogart married his To Have and Have Not costar Lauren Bacall. She appeared
with Bogart in three other pictures: Raymond Burr
(1917–1993)
22 1849 Future U.S. President Abraham Lincoln was issued a patent for an inven-tion to lift boats over obstacles in a river.
Johnny Olson (1910–1985)
23 1785 A letter from Benjamin
Franklin referred to his latest invention, bifocal glasses. He wrote, “I have only to move my eyes up and down as I want to see far or near.” Douglas Fairbanks Sr. (1883–1939)
24 1976 California wines won a blind wine-tasting contest held in Paris, France. The land-mark event estab-lished California wines as among the best in the world.
Bob Dylan, 1941
25 1935 The NY Times called this “the greatest day in
the history of track.” Jesse Owens broke two world sprint records, tied a third, and broke a long jump world record.
Mike Myers, 1963
26 1896 Charles Dow calculated the
first Dow Jones Industrial Average. Of the original 12 industrial stocks, only General Elec-tric is still included
in the index. John Wayne
(1907–1979)
27 1933 The Walt Disney Company
released the cartoon Three Little Pigs, with its hit song “Who’s
Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?”
Rachel Carson (1907–1964)
28 1897 Pearl Wait and his wife May added sugary fruit-flavored syrups to a gelatin powder Formula and intro-duced Jell-O to the world. Ian L. Fleming
(1908–1964)
29 1919 The obser-vation of stars
shifting during a solar eclipse confirmed Albert Einstein’s theory of relativity.
Bob Hope (1903–2003)
30 1899 Pearl Hart, a female outlaw of the Old West, robbed a stagecoach 30 miles southeast of
Globe, Arizona. Benny Goodman (1909–1986)
31 1937 The first quadruplets, Mary,
Mona, Roberta, and Leota Keys, to complete college were awarded bachelor of arts degrees from Baylor
University in Waco, Texas. Walt Whitman (1819–1892)
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Lunch is served Monday through Friday at 11:30 am. The cost of lunch for seniors 60 and older is by donation, placed in the donation box. Those 59 and younger must pay full price, $3.60, directly to the Asst. Manager; these meals are not supported by the Federal Nutrition Funding. Your donations and payments are important to keep our meal program funded. As always, thank you for your donations!
WESTMINSTER LUNCH RESERVATION POLICY
How do I reserve a meal? Meal reservations need to be made three (3) business days prior to the day you want to eat a meal at the center. For Example: Call Monday to eat the following Thursday.
Special meals require reservations SIX (6) business days prior to the meal date. These meals include Potato Bar, Sub Day, Holiday Meals, and Parties. Occasionally, some meals require FOUR (4) business days prior to the meal date.
For your convenience, reservation (RSVP) dates for all meals are noted on the monthly menu.
How do I cancel a meal? Why is this necessary? If you need to cancel a meal, please contact the center or tell a staff person as soon as possible or by the end of the day THREE (3) business days prior your reservation (or FOUR (4) or SIX (6) business days prior to the meal date for special meals). We understand there are emergencies & illness that may result in you not being able to cancel your meal. Late cancellations will be available first come first serve. Failure to claim reserved meals three times in one month will result in a meeting with the center staff to discuss a possible resolution.
Why do I need to pay/contribute for a meal if I don’t cancel by the required deadline? Unsold meals due to late cancellations or no shows must be paid for out of the nutrition budget. Each year, we risk running out of funds due to the cost of these unsold meals.
Meal Reservation Deadlines
The regular daily meals (does not include Special meals) need to be reserved no later than THREE (3) business days in advance of the meal. This means the reservation period for a meal will be closed at the end of the day (4:30 pm) three days prior.
Special meals deadlines are SIX (6) or FOUR (4) business days prior.
To Eat Lunch On: Reservation Deadline:
Monday the Wednesday before
Tuesday the Thursday before
Wednesday the Friday before
Thursday the Monday before
Friday the Tuesday before
MEAL PROGRAM
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May 2018 HOT Lunches Westminster Senior Center
Reservations REQUIRED: Reservation (RSVP) dates are POSTED on the menu.
Otherwise, meals cannot be guaranteed. Call 410-386-3850.
Advanced notice of changes will be given when possible. Lunch is served at 11:30.
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
1
RSVP 4/26/18
TURKEY ALA KING
BUTTERED NOODLES
GLAZED CARROTS
WHEAT BREAD
TROPICAL FRUIT
JUICE
2
RSVP 4/27/18
CHICKEN CACCIATORE
BROWN RICE PILAF
ROMANO BLEND
VEGETABLES
WHEAT BREAD
DICED PEACHES
JUICE
3
RSVP 4/30/18
SALIBURY STEAK
GRAVY
MASHED POTATOES
PEAS & PEARL ONIONS
WHEAT BREAD
CINNAMON APPLES
JUICE
4
RSVP 5/1/18
PULLED PORK BBQ
ROLL
BAKED BEANS
COLE SLAW
PINEAPPLE TIDBITS
JUICE
7
RSVP 5/2/18
CHICKEN BREAST
PICCATTA
NOODLES
PEAS & CARROTS
WHEAT BREAD
MANDARIN ORANGES
JUICE
8
RSVP 5/3/18
ROAST PORK LOIN
CALVADOS
MASHED POTATOES
STEAMED CARROTS
WHEAT BREAD
CINNAMON APPLES
JUICE & YOGURT
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RSVP 5/4/18
BEEF STEAK WITH
ROQUEFORT SAUCE
BUTTERED NOODLES
PEAS & ONIONS
WHEAT BREAD
DICE PEARS
JUICE
“SPECIAL” 10 MOTHER’S DAY
RSVP 5/2/18
ROUND OF EYE ROAST
RED POTATOES
HARVARD BEETS
TOSSED SALAD
DINNER ROLL
FRESH MELON
PIE
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RSVP 5/8/18
CHICKEN BREAST & WHITE
WINE SAUCE
BROWN RICE PILAF
STEWED TOMTOES
WHEAT ROLL
FRESH APPLE SLICES
JUICE
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RSVP 5/9/18
ROAST TURKEY
GRAVY
MASHED POTATOES
SEASONED SPINACH
DINNER ROLL
FRESH ORANGE
JUICE
“SPECIAL” 15
BAKED POTATO
RSVP 5/7/18
BAKED POTATO
CHILI & CHEESE
SPINACH SALAD
RANCH DRESSING
APPLESAUCE
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RSVP 5/11/18
CHICKEN MARSALA
YELLOW RICE PILAF
GREEN BEANS
WHEAT BREAD
DICED PEARS
JUICE
“SPECIAL” 17
BIRTHDAY LUNCH
RSVP 5/9/18
MEAT LOAF & GRAVY
MASHED POTATOES
SEASONED GREENS
PICKLED BEETS
WHEAT BREAD
YOGURT & JUICE
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RSVP 5/15/18
HOT CORNED BEEF
ON RYE BREAD
SWISS CHEESE
COLE SLAW
DILLED CARROTS
DICED PEACHES
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RSVP 5/16/18
BOURBON GLAZED HAM
PENNE MAC & CHEESE
FRESH GREEK SALAD
GREEN BEANS
WHEAT BREAD
JUICE
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RSVP 5/17/18
POPPY SEED CHICKEN
CASSEROLE
BRUSSEL SPROUTS
BLACK EYE PEA SALAD
ORANGE SLICES
WHEAT BREAD
JUICE
23
RSVP 5/18/18
SLOPPY JOE
ROLL
DILLED CARROTS
PEPPER SLAW
CINNAMON APPLES
“SPECIAL” 24
MEMORIAL DAY
PICNIC RSVP 5/16/18
HAMBUGER & HOT DOG
ROLL
SLICED CHEESE
LETTUCE & TOMATO
BAKED BEANS
COLE SLAW
FRUIT
25
RSVP 5/22/18
OLD BAY CHICKEN
BREAST / ROLL
LETTUCE / TOMATO
COPPER PENNIES
DICED PINEAPPLE
JUICE
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CLOSED
FOR
HOLIDAY
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RSVP 5/24/18
BAKED HAM
SEASONED GREEN
BEANS
PENNE MAC & CHEESE
BROCCOLI SLAW
DINNER ROLL
JUICE
“SPECIAL” 30
OLDER AMERICAN
LUNCH
RSVP 5/21/18
CRAB CAKE
DINNER ROLL
CAESAR SALAD
MACARONI SALAD
WATERMELON
JUICE
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RSVP 5/25/18
NAVY BEAN SOUP
TUNA SALAD
TORTILLA WRAP
LETTUCE / TOMATO
COPPER PENNIES
APPLE SLICES
JUICE
Meal price - Persons
60 and older - a
donation up to $3.60
All Persons under 60 - meal cost is full
price, $3.60 paid
directly to the
Asst. Manager.
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May 2018 COLD LUNCHES
Westminster Senior Center
You may select either COLD BOX meal A, B, C, or D any day unless otherwise
stated. When you place your reservation for a COLD BOX meal please state you would like to reserve a COLD meal and which letter (A, B, C, or D) you have
chosen. For example:
“I would like COLD meal B on February 3, please. Thanks.”
If you are ordering a COLD Lunch on the same day as a Special meal, the
Special meal ordering deadline applies - six (6) business days prior.
As your schedule changes, please keep your reservations up to date by making
changes. For example, cancel the days you are unable to eat at the center or may
be away on vacation. Notify the center when you need to cancel; by calling/
leaving a message, stopping at the front desk and telling the volunteer, or telling
or leaving a note for Esther.
Reservations are REQUIRED by the POSTED reservation (RSVP) dates noted on the menu. Otherwise, meals cannot be guaranteed. Call 410-386-3850. Advanced notice of changes will be given when possible. Lunch is served at 11:30.
BOX MEAL A
COLD CUT &
AMERICAN
CHEESE
LETTUCE &
TOMATO
COLESLAW
APPLESAUCE
BOX MEAL B
VEGGIES &
CHEESE
LETTUCE &
TOMATO
COLESLAW
APPLESAUCE
BOX MEAL C
COLD CHICKEN
PATTY SANDWICH
COLESLAW
APPLESAUCE
BOX MEAL D
ROAST BEEF &
SWISS CHEESE
LETTUCE &
TOMATO
COLESLAW
APPLESAUCE
Food Giveaways on Mondays (unless no items): 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm Participants must be present to receive food. Choose an item when your number is called. Tickets are available in the Dining Room after 11:00 am. Remaining items are available Tuesdays or Wednesdays.
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WEEKLY CLASSES AND ACTIVITIES
MONDAY
TIME PROGRAM ROOM COST
8:45 - 9:45 Stretch & Strength, video exercise group Multi-Purpose FREE
9:00 - 11:00 Needle Circle, knitting, crocheting,
helping & learning Craft None; drop-in
10:00 - 11:00 Country & Party Line Dance
Next session begins: TBA Multi-Purpose
Cancelled until further
notice
11:00 - 11:30
Dance Movement - for those who just want to
move, no experience necessary, just a love of
music & movement
Next session begins: TBA
Multi-Purpose Cancelled until further
notice
12:00 - 4:00 Carroll County Duplicate Bridge, ACBL
Sanctioned, experienced play
Game
Call for info:
410-549-0678
12:30 - 3:00 Drawing & Painting by CCC
Next session begins: May 14 Craft $25 for 10 weeks
12:30 - 1:30 Keeping Fit Exercise: Chair & Standing
Next session begins: May 14 Multi-Purpose
Next session: Donation;
Sponsored by Koons
2:00 - 3:00 Walking Indoor Multi-Purpose None; drop-in
DAILY ACTIVITIES MONDAY THRU FRIDAY
8:00 – 4:00 Billiards Billiards Room
8:00 – 4:00 Computer Lab Computer Lab
8:00 – 4:00 Exercise Room Open
Proper Use of Equipment Required Gym
8:00 – 4:00 Library Dining Room
8:00 - 4:00 Puzzles, Board Games and Wii Games (by request)
TV (unless room in use by a scheduled group or Wii game) Dining Room
9:00 – 11:00 Bingo-Penny Bingo, except Third Thursday is Nickel Bingo Game Room
9:00 - 11:00 Reminiscing & Conversation Dining Room
***All class start dates subject to change. ***
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TUESDAY
TIME PROGRAM ROOM COST
8:15 - 12:00 Stained Glass
$15 one-time fee plus $2/class for materials Craft
Space is Limited - Leave
name on waitlist at front desk
9:00 - 10:00 Arthritis Exercise
Next session begins: TBA Multi-Purpose FREE for 12 weeks
10:00 - 11:00 Thinking Power Dining None; drop-in
10:00 - 11:00 Line & Country Dance Practice Multi-Purpose Included with
Thursday’s class
11:00 - 2:00 Hand Built Pottery
$15 one-time fee plus $2/class for materials Ceramic
Space is Limited - Leave
name on waitlist at front desk
12:30 - 1:30 Brain Games Lobby None; drop-in
12:30-2:30 Tuesday Coloring Club - let your creative
side relax you into a state of zen Craft FREE
1:00 - 2:00
Tai Chi Movement (physical exercise)
Next session begins: May 1 Multi-Purpose
Next Session = $25 for 10
weeks
WEDNESDAY
TIME PROGRAM ROOM COST
8:15 - 12:00 Stained Glass
$15 one-time fee plus $2/class for materials Craft
Space is Limited -
Leave name on waitlist at
front desk
9:30 - 11:30 Wii with Ron and Jeff Dining None; drop-in
11:45 - 12:45 Yoga, with modification for chair if needed
Next session begins: July 11 Multi-Purpose
Current Session = Donation;
Sponsored by Koons
Next Session= $55 for 10wks
12:00 - 2:30 Needle Circle: sewing, needle point, knitting,
crocheting, etc. Craft None; drop-in
12:00 - 4:00 Duplicate Style Bridge Game None
12:30 - 4:00 Canasta: more players welcome Dining None; drop-in
1:30 - 2:30 Dance Fitness Exercise Class
Next session begins: July 18 Multi-Purpose
$25 for 8 weeks;
Next Session: Donation;
Sponsored by Koons
1:30 - 4:00 Pickleball Robert Moton
Center Gym
$10 one-time fee
Pay at WSC
2:30 - 3:30 Walking Indoor Multi-Purpose None; drop-in
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THURSDAY
TIME PROGRAM ROOM COST
9:00 - 11:00
Quilting Circle - Quilting &
Smiling with Stitches - Project Linus blankets
community service group
Craft None; drop-in
10:00 - 11:30 Line & Country Dance Class
Next session begins: June 28 Multi-Purpose
Current Session= Donation;
Sponsored by Koons;
Next Session= $30/ 12 wks
12:00 - 4:00 Pinochle Classroom None; drop-in
12:00 - 4:00 Carroll County Duplicate Bridge, ACBL
Sanctioned, experienced play
Game
Call for info:
410-549-0678
12:30 - 2:30 Afternoon at the Movies Conference None; drop-in
12:30 - 4:00 Stained Glass
$15 one-time fee plus $2/class for materials Craft
Space is Limited -
Leave name on waitlist at
front desk
12:45 - 1:45 Arthritis Exercise
Next session begins: TBA Multi-Purpose FREE
1:00 - 4:00
Mahjongg, Beginners welcome with private
instruction available at 12:30.
Interested? Contact Erica.
Dining None
FRIDAY
TIME PROGRAM ROOM COST
8:45 - 9:45 Better Health Exercise
Next session begins: July 27 Multi-Purpose $25 for 12 weeks
9:00 - 2:30
From The Heart Needlework Group:
making items for Project Linus community
service
Craft
None;
Join in for community
projects.
10:00 - 11:00 Chair/Walking Dancercise
Next session begins: TBA Multi-Purpose
Cancelled until further
notice
12:00 - 2:00 Wood Shop
New Participants Welcome Ceramic ON HOLD
12:30 - 4:00 Experienced Pinochle Game None
1:00 - 4:00 Pickleball - Beginner instruction
First Friday of each month
Robert Moton
Center Gym
$10 one-time fee
Pay at WSC
2:00 - 3:00 Walking Indoor Multi-Purpose None
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EXERCISE PROGRAMS: see pages 28-30 for details.
GYM: Monday thru Friday; FREE; Proper Use of Equipment Required
ARTHRITIS EXERCISE: Tuesday or Thursday; FREE for 10-12 classes
BETTER HEALTH EXERCISE: Friday; $25 for 12 weeks
CHAIR/WALKING DANCERCISE: Friday; $25 for 12 classes *ONHOLD*
DANCE MOVEMENT: Monday; $15 for 12 weeks (30 min. classes) *ONHOLD*
DANCE FITNESS: Wednesday; $25 for 8 classes
KEEPING FIT EXERCISE: Monday; $25 for 12 classes
LINE & COUNTRY DANCE: Thursday (practice on Tuesday); $30 for 12 weeks
NEW STYLE COUNTRY & PARTY LINE DANCE: Monday; $25 for 12 classes *ONHOLD*
PICKLEBALL: Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday; $10 one time fee
STRETCH & STRENGTH: VIDEO EXERCISE: Monday; FREE
TAI CHI MOVEMENT: Tuesday; $25 for 10 classes
WALKING INDOORS: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday; FREE
Wii BOWLING: Wednesday; FREE
YOGA: Wednesday; $55 for 10 classes
THE EXERCISE ROOM IS OPEN MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Exercise Classes Benefiting from Koons Toyota Donation!
Koons Toyota again for FY 2018 has supported the senior centers of Carroll County with another great donation of $10,000 for our Exercise and Health programs. As
we move on through the year, Westminster’s portion of the Koons donation is being put toward offsetting the costs of some of our exercise classes again.
This is the SIXTH year Koons has honored the senior centers with a donation and we look forward to their continued support of our wonderful programs.
Thank you Koons. You’ve made it possible for Westminster to make great improvements to our exercise equipment room in the past and in
supporting our exercise classes you share your belief in good health with our seniors.
Come Exercise With Us!
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12:45 to 1:45 pm
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Massage and Reflexology
May 1, 8, & 15
9:30 am- 2:30 pm - by appointment only
Seated massage: $10 for 20 min. Foot Reflexology: $20 for 30 min.
Sign up at the front desk or call 410-386-3850.
Only two appointments per month per person.
FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING
by Carroll Hospital Center (CHC)
Wednesday, May 23
11 am - 12 pm
FREE HEALTH EDUCATION PROGRAM Presented by
TERRY SERIO, Maryland Cooperative Extension Program
Join us for the WalkWays program
Meets the third Wednesday of each month
Next meeting: Wednesday May 16 ~ 10:00 - 11:00 am
STRESSED? NEED SOME RELIEF? LOVE ANIMALS?
Annie, the Therapy Dog visits us once a month
For some de-compression and a little bit of pet time
Come see Annie ~ 10 am May 8 Check-in at the front to find out where she’ll be
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Almond Energy Snack
Ingredients:
1 C almonds
1 C raisins
1 tsp. cinnamon
Instructions:
Rinse the raisins and almonds with some water. Toss them in a food processor with
the cinnamon. Whirl away! Roll into balls and enjoy. Makes 12 snacks. SO easy.
5 Essential Nutrients for Older Americans:
1. Calcium and Vitamin D: In order to maintain bone health our bodies need calcium and vitamin D. Adults should have 3 servings of vitamin D fortified low-fat or fat-free milk each day. Foods that are also high in these nutrients are yogurt, fortified breakfast cereals, fortified fruit juices and dark leafy greens. If you are taking a calcium supplement it is strongly advised to choose one that contains vitamin D as well.
2. Vitamin B12: Most people past age 50 do not get enough B12. Fortified cereal, lean cuts of meat and fish are foods that are high in B12.
3. Fiber: Fiber helps our bodies stay regular, prevent heart disease and type 2 diabetes and maintain a healthy weight. Whole grains, beans, vegetables and fruits all contain fiber.
4. Potassium: To help lower blood pressure an increased intake of potassium along with a decreased intake of sodium is recommended. Milk, yogurt, fruits and vegetables all contain potassium.
5. Fats: Low intake of saturated and trans fats are good to reduce risk of heart disease. Check the nutrition facts panel to ensure that the foods you eat are low in these types of fats.
adapted from eatright.org by Meals On Wheels
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NEW EXERCISE SESSIONS
Tai Chi Movement: Tues. 5/1
Keeping Fit Exercise: Mon. 5/14
Line Dance: Thur. 6/28
Yoga: Wed. 7/11
Dance Fitness: Wed. 7/18
Better Health Exercise: Fri. 7/27
Arthritis Exercise: Tue. TBA
Arthritis Exercise: Thur. TBA
Line Dance: Mon. ON HOLD
Dance Movement - Mon. ON HOLD
Chair/Walk Dancercise: Fri. ON HOLD
**Please note all new start dates are
subject to change
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE EXERCISE ROOM EQUIPMENT
Bring a clean pair of shoes to use on the exercise equipment. No street shoes, sandals or flip flops. Shoes that are worn outside have imbedded dirt and stones that can get into the machines.
If you are unsure how to use a piece of equipment, please ask for assistance. A personal trainer is available, for a small fee, to provide instruction on all the
pieces of equipment and help you set up an exercise routine, please let the center manager know if you are interested in scheduling a time with the personal trainer.
Clean the equipment before and after use. Spray the paper towel with the cleaner provided. Wipe down the equipment. Wipe down the handle bars and the seats. Please DO NOT spray directly onto the equipment.
Donations are always gladly accepted towards the maintenance of the equipment and purchase of replacement equipment.
BEFORE STARTING A PHYSICAL ACTIVITY PROGRAM
The Carroll County Bureau of Aging and Disabilities suggests that those interested in a physical activity program should consult with a medical professional before engaging in activities involving physical exertion or other implications that may be inappropriate for people with certain conditions. Your consent from the intake application packet must be selected and signed.
Unsure of How to Properly Use the Exercise Equipment ??
Inquire with Erica about a Personal Training Session
UNAVAILABLE AT THIS TIME
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Presented by Terry Serio Third Wednesday of Each Month
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FROM CHARLIE BAKER, VOLUNTEER AT WSC
If you have personal memories that you are willing to share, I’d surely like to get them from you so we can create a collection of memories book.
Let me know if you want me to record or type up your story. I’d be happy to help. Contact me, Charlie Baker, at 410-795-3178.
VOLUNTEERS
Being a volunteer at the Westminster Senior and Community Center is a rewarding experience that can make a difference in the lives of many people. We need YOU to help with fundraising, special events, and more. Call 410-386-3850 for more information.
Volunteers Needed For: Site Council Activities - decorating, party planning, craft making,
fundraising, etc.—Talk with Site Council Board.
Bingo Caller
Scrapbooking
Woodworking - room monitor & basic teaching
Veteran’s Board Updating
Looking for a volunteer to help with coordinating volunteers to available opportunities - see Erica.
SIGN IN! VOLUNTEERS
Don’t forget to sign in every day you come in. Please select both Volunteer Buttons - the “Volunteer” button in the list of the day’s activities AND the “Volunteer Hours” button where you enter the number of hours worked!
The Thursday morning Quilting Circle, 9:00-11:00 am, also make blankets for Project Linus, As Smiling with Stitches they make and collect blankets, both sewn and crochet/knitted, as well as pillows for hospital patients. The group is open to all - whether you quilt, crochet, knit or just want to lend a hand to someone else in the group - you are always welcome. Project Linus items can also be dropped off for the group to label and deliver, but hopefully we’ll see you there.
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“From the Heart," means that we make blankets from our hearts with love, knowing that a traumatized child will someday have their very own blanket to keep them warm and comforted.
Project Linus distributes approximately 550 blankets a month to traumatized children, ages birth to eighteen years of age, to area hospitals and women’s shelters. Unfortunately, we are 100 blankets short each month, as we have committed to 650 blankets to cover the needs of the organizations below.
If you would like to participate in this worthwhile community project, join us here at the Westminster Senior Center, in the craft room from 9:00am until 2:00pm every Friday. Bring a friend to help us reach our goal. We learn from each other. Come, bring your own supplies (fabric, yarn, needles, etc.) and share your talents with us. It is amazing to see the varying ideas created by our talented members.
Please remember our teens in the hospitals and shelters. They are our older children, in need of love and comforting warmth. Boys of all ages are the forgotten ones, as so many blanketeers tend to make blankets with pink and light purple shades. These colors are often not appreciated by boys. Patriotic colored blankets are great in months of May, July, and September. Holiday colors for Christmas, Valentine’s, and Easter.
It takes no special talent to make a blanket. You can do something as simple as buying a blanket and attaching an iron-on or sew on an application. This makes your blanket homemade and Project Linus contributable.
You are invited to just come to chat and work on your own project if you like. Everyone is welcome. Many of us have formed friendships that extend beyond the walls of the Senior Center.
We will gladly share pictures of our projects and thank you letters from the recipients of blankets made by "From the Heart" volunteers.
If you cannot join us, maybe you can donate CLEAN yarn or fleece to help with the making of the blankets. Four ply yarn makes a warm blanket. Two and three ply yarn is also useful in making a lighter weight blanket. To donate, mark your donation to "From the Heart," and drop it off at the front desk or bring it to the craft room on Friday between nine and two. All donations are used for Project Linus. Sometimes we use donations to make items to sell to raise money for the Westminster Senior Center.
Amy Flemming is the coordinator for Carroll County Project Linus. You can contact Amy by phone, 443-900-1778, or email, [email protected].
Hoping to
SEE YOU HERE
Where Do The Blankets Go…
Carroll Hospital Center Johns Hopkins Hospital St. Joseph’s Hospital Greater Baltimore Med Ctr University Hospital Kernan Hospital Mercy Hospital PACT-Kennedy Krieger Northwest Hospital Sinai Hospital Baltimore Child Abuse Center Frederick Co. Sheriff’s Dept. TAPS Frederick Hospice/Camp Jamie Carroll County Schools Carroll County Women’s & Children’s Shelter Individual Children in Need
208 blankets were made & donated in
2017
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WESTMINSTER SENIOR CENTER
COMMUNITY PROJECTS
DON’T FORGET ABOUT OUR ON-GOING COMMUNITY PROJECTS! They continue to provide help to various groups and needs. Stop by the table in the lobby to drop off items in the boxes on display. We want YOU to participate! MANUFACTURER’S COUPONS: We are collecting manufacturer coupons from newspapers and magazines to support service personnel and their families. Coupons can still be used up to 90 days after the expiration date. No store specific or restaurant coupons are accepted. Please cut the coupons out before bringing them to the senior center. The senior center membership has taken on the mailing and postage to ship the coupons to the military posts. Help us support our service people and their families.
Please NOTE the changes to the manufacturers’ coupon collection (in bold above). The WSC seniors have now taken on the mailing of the coupons. To help us help the service families, please cut the coupons before you drop them off. Please no store specific or restaurant coupons. PULL TABS: Pull tabs are found on soda cans, canned vegetables and soups and pet food. The tabs are being collected for the Ronald McDonald House in Baltimore. The Ronald McDonald Houses act as a home away from home so families can stay close to their children who are in the hospital. EYE GLASSES: The local Lions Club collects and recycles glasses in the community. BOX TOPS AND LABELS FOR EDUCATION: We are collecting these for local school Westminster West Middle School. CANCELLED POSTAGE STAMPS: Stamps are collected and given to patients at Asbury Methodist Home for various projects. CELL PHONES: Old, working cell phones, their chargers and instruction books are collected at the front desk and are distributed for the Carroll County Senior Citizens Cellular Phone Program. Unusable/broken cell phones may be dropped off for recycling.
USED PRINTER INK CARTRIDGES: We collect used printer ink cartridges for recycling. There is a box on the Community Projects table for your used desk-jet, ink-jet and laser jet cartridges.
Please touch the “ComProjects” button on the touchscreen computer when you participate in any community project.
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Memory Screening
by
Carroll Hospital
given at your local Senior Center
Memory Screenings will be conducted at all 5 Carroll County Senior
Centers. YOU MUST MAKE AN APPOINTMENT.
CONTACT ONE OF THE CENTERS BELOW TO SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT PRIOR TO THE DATE
OF THE SCREENINGS.
A MEMORY SCREENING is a simple and safe evaluation tool that checks memory and other thinking
skills. It can indicate whether additional follow-up with a qualified professional is needed
The screening takes approximately 10-15 minutes.
Consists of a series of questions to gauge memory, language and thinking skills
Is conducted face-to-face in a private setting
Memory screens are not a diagnosis but may suggest the need for follow-up with a physician for a
full evaluation.
Results are completely confidential.
EARLY DETECTION - Research suggests that screenings may detect cognitive impairment up to 18 years
prior to clinical diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Some memory problems can be readily
treated, such as those caused by vitamin deficiencies or thyroid problems. The earlier the diagnosis, the
easier it is to treat or slow down the condition causing memory problems.
The Americans with Disabilities Act applies to the Carroll County Government and its programs, services, activities, and facilities. Anyone requir-
ing an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication or who has a complaint should contact The Department of Citizen Services,
410.386.3600 or 1.888.302.8978 or MD Relay 7-1-1/1.800.735.2258 or email [email protected] as soon as possible but no later than 72 hours be-
Bureau of Aging & Dis-
Tuesday, June 5, 2018 - 9am to 11am Mt Airy Senior Center
410-386-3960
Tuesday July 31, 2018 - 10am to 12pm North Carroll Senior Center
410-386-3900
Monday, August 13, 2018 - 9am to 11am Taneytown Senior Center
410-386-2700
Monday, September 10, 2018 - 9am to 11am Westminster Senior Center
410-386-3850
Monday, October 15, 2018 - 9am to 11am South Carroll Senior Center
410-386-3700
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Community Update: Aging in Place
Wednesday, May 23, 2018 │ 5:00pm-7:00pm Doors will open at 4:30pm
FEATURED SPEAKER
Diane Martin, PhD Director, The Center for the Study of Aging at McDaniel College
Location: McDaniel College | The Forum- Decker College Center
WHAT TO EXPECT
Surveys from across the country overwhelmingly find that as people age, if given the choice, they want to remain in their own homes for as long as possible where they can continue as members of their community and to be of service whenever possible. As a
result, communities are developing plans to assist their residents to age in place-- defined by the CDC as "the ability to live in one's own home and community safely, independently, and comfortably, regardless of one's age, income, or ability level..." These initiatives develop a community of like-minded people to provide sustainable
resources to help older persons to age in their own homes safely, healthily, affordably, and happily. In anticipation of nearly 20% of residents soon reaching retirement age, Carroll County is also considering plans to promote aging in place. Over the past four years, the Center for the Study of Aging at McDaniel College, in partnership with the Carroll County Commission on Aging & Disabilities have been gathering information
from County residents to gauge the need and desire for aging in place initiatives throughout Carroll County. Current results of this survey will be presented as we
discuss how aging in place promotes optimal aging through independence, control, and happiness.
Free General Admission
For more information, please call the Bureau of Aging & Disabilities at 410-386-3800
To register for the event please follow the link provided: https://mdc-event.sparksites.io/event/54112
We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday, May 23!
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DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT NURSING
HOMES OR ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES?
The Carroll County Bureau of Aging and Disabilities Long Term Care
Ombudsman Program (LTCOP) provides a valuable resource to assist
you in learning about nursing homes and assisted living facilities. The
Older Americans Act requires that every state have a long term care
ombudsman program. The local county programs in our state are part
of the Maryland State Long Term Care Ombudsman Program. The
LTCOP helps residents in long term care facilities maintain their legal
rights, control over their lives, and personal dignity.
The word “Ombudsman” is a Swedish word that means ”Advocate”.
An advocate is someone who can provide information and assist you or
your loved one in addressing a concern or complaint. A Long Term
Care Ombudsman is not a legal representative. The LTCOP is a
valuable resource.
The Carroll County LTCOP visits all nursing homes and assisted living
facilities monthly, and provides a number of services including:
Provides information about the Nursing Homes and Assisted
Living facilities located in the County
Educates the public about residents’ rights and good care
practices
Investigates and works to resolve residents’ problems and
complaints
Advocates for the health, safety, welfare and rights of residents
of Nursing Homes and Assisted Living facilities
Provides confidential consultations to protect the identity of those
raising a concern or making a complaint
Volunteer opportunities for community involvement
There is never a charge for the Long Term Care
Ombudsman services. To learn more or to take
advantage of this resource, call 410-386-3800.
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MEDICAL ASSISTANCE TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM CARROLL COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
You may be eligible for MA Transportation if you: Are a Carroll County resident Have full MA coverage Have no other means of transportation.
How do I schedule MA transportation? Call 410-876-4813 8 am-5 pm. Transports must be scheduled 5 business days before your appointment.
Who is not eligible for MA ride? Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) Specified Low Income Medicare Benefits (SLMB) Primary Adult Care (PAC)
Who will provide my transport? Butler, CTS, Blue Blazes, or Carroll Cab Do you have a friend or family member who may be able to transport you to your appointment? If so, they may be eligible for gas reimbursement. They MUST register with our office prior to providing transports. Call 410-876-4813 for more details.
What information will I need to schedule MA transportation? Your full name, address & phone number Your medical assistance number & social security number Your date of birth Date and time of scheduled appointment Name, address & phone numbers of your scheduled appointment
When are transportation services provided?
Monday - Friday 7am - 5pm
What are my responsibilities as a recipient?
Be ready and waiting for transportation 1 hr. prior to scheduled pick up time. Please be aware
your ride may arrive approximately 30 min. before & up to 15 min. after scheduled pickup
time.
Provide documentation for out-of-county transports
Do not eat, drink, or smoke in vehicles
Be respectful
What if my request for MA transportation is denied?
Contact the Transportation Supervisor for Carroll County at: 410-876-4813
Do you need a ride to the doctor and have no other transportation available? If YES, you may be eligible for...
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Carroll County Government Veteran’s Transportation Shuttle Program
The Veteran’s Transportation Shuttle Service is provided by Carroll Transit System (CTS) operated by Butler Mobility. The Veteran’s Shuttle provides service to specified Veterans
Administration (VA) medical sites. There is no cost to the veteran or his/her personal care assistant for the Shuttle Program.
HOW TO RIDE 1. All Veterans must be pre-qualified for the use of the Veteran’s Shuttle. To register/pre-qualify for the service or for general questions, please call the Carroll County Bureau of Aging & Disabilities at 410-386-3800. If you are an active user of the Veteran’s Shuttle and have not registered with the Bureau of Aging& Disabilities, please call (410) 386-3800 as soon as possible.
2. Once registered, to use the Veteran’s Shuttle call Carroll Transit System (CTS) operated by Butler Mobility at least two (2) business days in advance of your appointment to schedule a ride. The number for CTS is (410) 363-0622 and the website is http://carrolltransitsystem.com.
VETERAN’S SHUTTLE OPERATIONS The Veteran’s Shuttle operates Monday - Friday on a first come, first served basis. Registered riders must call CTS two (2) business days in advance to schedule their ride.
SERVICE LOCATIONS / SCHEDULED RUNS To Baltimore VA Medical Center on Greene Street, the Loch Raven Center on Loch Raven Boulevard or To Fort Detrick, MD Outpatient Clinic Riders can board the shuttle at either: 8:00AM—Carroll County Bureau of Aging & Disabilities, 125 Stoner Ave., Westminster 8:30AM—Shoppers, 6300 Georgetown Blvd., Sykesville (Front of Store) Transportation is also available to the Martinsburg VA Medical Center in West Virginia upon request.
Be sure to bring with you a form of identification (MD Driver’s license, SSN card, etc.) and your Military Service DD Form 214 or Department of Veterans Affairs Photo ID Card.
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Carroll Transit System (CTS) INFORMATION
Procedures for Riding CTS Bus to Carroll County Senior Centers CTS transportation to the senior center is available Monday through Friday by reservation only. Reservations and cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance. A senior rate is available between 7:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M.; the pick- up time is usually between 8:00 A.M. and 9:00 A.M. each morning and the return trip is set to return the senior to their home between 2:00 and 3:00 P.M. If you attend the senior center regularly, CTS requests you make your ride reservations through the Senior Center. Please call 410-386-3850 and ask for the Center Manager. If you choose to ride at different times, the senior rate will not apply and you must pay the regular rate. Please follow the CTS Calling Schedule:
• 7 am - 5 pm - Calls for scheduling and cancellations Next day scheduling is based on availability
If the senior needs to cancel their ride during the week to the senior center, it will be the SENIOR'S responsibility to cancel themselves by calling CTS. Contact information: 410-363-0622
CTS Ticket Sales Information & Assistance at the Bureau of Aging and Disabilities has a limited number of Carroll County Transit Ticket books for sale. Each book consists of ten $1.00 tickets. For seniors age 60+ and other adults with disabilities (18-59 years), there is a limited supply of tickets that can be sold for a donation each month until the supply is gone. Donation books are limited to ONE book per person. There is also a supply of tickets that are $5.00 per book of ten tickets. Seniors and adults with disabilities that have purchased their donation books for the month may purchase FIVE $5.00 books per month. Tickets are available the first business day of each month and are available until the month’s supply has run out. Many months the supply is exhausted within the first few days they are available, please plan accordingly. Donation and $5.00 transit ticket books are for older adults (60+ years of age) and disabled adults (18-59 years of age) who reside in Carroll County. These tickets cannot be re-sold to businesses or agencies.
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Using Your Senior Center Membership Card Anyone who uses any of our five county Senior Centers is required to fill in a registration packet, called “Intake Forms,” and receives a Senior Center Membership Card. This card makes you eligible to participate in the Senior Centers’ activities. Please swipe your membership card at the touchscreen computer located near the front desk of each center every time you use a center. Swiping your card is very important. The statistics your swiped card supplies helps us maintain funding that allows us to stay open for your benefit and helps us keep more accurate records of program attendance which assists us in determining future needs and interests.
Someone is always available to help you sign in, if assistance is needed!
How To Use the Touchscreen Computer
Swipe your membership card on the right side of the touch screen.
Touch with your fingertip the word/s of each program/activity you are planning to attend. A check
mark will appear to the right side of the word/s you selected. It takes a moment for the check mark to appear. Not finding the program/activities you want? Touch MORE or BACK to move from page to page of programs/activities.
If you wish to Un-Check one of your selections, touch the word/s again and the check mark will
disappear.
When you finish making your selections, touch DONE, centered near the bottom of the page. A
screen will appear thanking you for signing in.
Forgot to check a program/activity? You can swipe your card as many times as needed to check
all you are participating in; the additional program/activities will be added to the ones you selected earlier.
The Westminster Senior Center now has a website www.seniorstat3.net/SeniorStatPortal/Home/Home?AgencyName=45
where you can:
complete a senior center new member application,
for current members, set up a login account to pay for selected programs and classes by credit card
make donations by credit card
Accepted credit cards are Visa, Master Card, and
Discover.
*need Internet Explorer 10 or 11 for web page to open OR Firefox’s Mozilla
For those interested in using this new website, see Erica for the “How To” .
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FUTURE EVENTS AT WSC: DON’T MISS THEM!
June Birthdays Tuesday, June 19
RSVP for Lunch by June 11
Lunch begins at 11:30 am Laura the Harpist Thursday, June 28 9:45—10:45 am
Tuesday Coloring Club
Meets EVERY Tuesday
at 12:30 pm
Blood Pressure Screening Wednesday, June 27 11:00 am—12:00 pm
WalkWays with Terry Serio
Wednesday, June 20
10:00 - 11:00 am
The Staff of Westminster Senior Center: Erica Starr (Manager), Esther Baldwin (Assistant Manager), Jeff Slaubaugh (Custodian),
Chuck Stull ( Custodian)
Spring Tea
Friday, June 1
1:30-3:30 pm
Tickets On Sale
May 14-24
Father’s Day Lunch
Friday, June 15
RSVP for Lunch by June 7
Freedom Celebration Maria Rose & Danny Elswick
Wednesday, July 5
RSVP for Lunch by June 26
Lunch begins at 11:30 am
July 4th Indoor Picnic Lunch Monday, July 3
RSVP for Lunch by June 25
Lunch begins at 11:30 am
Annual Car & Truck Cruise –In
Thursday, June 7
Rain date - June 28
World Elder Abuse Day Observed
Thursday, June 15
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8/2 Senior Day at the 4-H Fair
8/15 Luau Party
9/10 Memory Screening Program
9/20 Fall Harvest Lunch
WESTMINSTER SENIOR CENTER 125 Stoner Ave., Westminster, MD 21157 HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Front Desk 410-386-3850
CONTACTS
Manager: Erica Starr 410-386-3852 or [email protected]
Assistant Manager: Esther Baldwin 410-386-3854 or [email protected]
http://ccgovernment.carr.org/ccg/aging/centers.asp
SAVE THE DATE!
Directions to Westminster Senior & Community Center
Located at 125 Stoner Avenue in Westminster. Stoner Avenue can be reached from Center Street, between the Farm Museum and the Robert Moton Center or from Washington Road turning at the intersection with the White Rabbit and the Carroll Hospice Dove House. The Senior Center sits back from the road and our driveway is located between Change, Inc.’s facility and the Fisher Medical Building.
6/7 9:00 am-2:00 pm Annual Car & Truck Cruise-In; Rain date 6/28
6/15 11:30 am Father’s Day Lunch; RSVP by 6/7
6/20 10:00 - 11:00 am Walkways with Terry Serio
6/21 11:30 am June Birthday Lunch & Strawberry Treat, RSVP by 6/13
6/27 11:00 am-12:00 pm Blood Pressure Screening by CHC
6/28 9:45 am Laura the Harpist
6/14-
21 All Day Early Voting
7/3 11:30 am July 4th Indoor Picnic; RSVP by 6/25
7/5 12:30-1:30 pm Freedom Celebration with Maria Rose & Danny Elswick
7/18 11:30 am July Birthday Lunch; RSVP by 7/10
7/25 11:00 am Blood Pressure Screening by CHC
7/19 9:45 am Laura the Harpist
7/26 11:30 am Farmer’s Market Voucher Distribution Day