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The Senior Voice

Director’s Corner

May is Older Americans Month

Please come and join us celebrate our May birthdays and Older Americans Month on Wednesday, May 16th. DJ Dave Miceli will entertain us after lunch. Please sign up and join us for this fun afternoon of good food and music!! Friday May 11th is our Spring Breakfast fundraiser. All you can eat breakfast for $8.00. No reservations needed, just come and enjoy!! Without all of the tremendously dedicated volunteers, our Senior Center would not exist. Since July 1st last year, more than 100 individuals have performed over 5,000 volunteer hours for the Center. That’s over $50,000 worth of service provided to all of you. Whether your helping set up for our fundraisers, baking desserts, preparing the food, cleaning up, selling tickets, helping out during our noontime lunch program or volunteering on a committee, Board of Directors or Participants’ Council, without your help, we could not afford to operate. THANKS TO ALL OF YOU FOR YOUR DEDICATION!! May is Participants’ Council election, so please stop by and vote.

Enjoy the weather!! Summer is almost here

Jim

Please help us save costs on mailing the newsletter, signup to receive it via email or stop by the center and pick it up!

Thank you.

MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Oxford Area Senior Center is to enhance the quality of life of senior citizens in Southern Chester County by providing programs and services that promote health, wellness, and fellowship.

Center Voice 12 East Locust Street, Oxford, PA 19363

610-932-5244 www.oxfordseniors.org

email: [email protected]

May 2018

Center’s Hours are: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

IN THIS ISSUE

Director’s Corner Cover

Thanks, Upcoming Events New Members, Memorials, Wishes & Thoughts

2

Information & Referral 3

Lunch Menu 4

Calendar of Activities 5

Programs & Events 6

Birthdays Information

7

Trips 8

Day & Evening Workshop 9-12

Health & Wellness 14

Technology & Computers Medicare 101, Chester County Food Box Program

15

Board, Council, Staff and Instructors

16

Fundraisers 12

Miscellaneous Information 13

Enjoy Your Day

Sunday

May 13, 2018

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VOLUNTEERS All Our Soup and Sandwich Volunteers All of Our Wonderful Dessert Makers AARP Income Tax Volunteers Dan Margist Leda Widdoes John Tercha

IN KIND GIFTS Giant Food Store, Jennersville Philips Florist (Birthday Flowers) Barbara Bond-Moury Craig & Tula Nancy Dorer Karen Donnelly

DONORS Oxford Area Civic Association Oxford Presbyterian Church Eleanor Brown Thomas Goad Doris Groseclose Linda Hill Phyllis Lewis Donald Natelle Eileen Spingler Eva Thomas Wayne Wharton

THANKS TO LAST MONTH’S……

IN MEMORY

We wish to offer our condolences to the family and acquaintances of our dear friends:

Barbara Allen Howard Dowd Helga Hanelt

June Shepherd Emily Shiel

James Slauch Irene Strode

Family of Barbara Allen Family of Howard Dowd Family of Helga Hanelt Family of June Shepherd Family of Emily Shiel Family of James Slauch Family of Irene Strode Mary DeVito Kathy Goss William Shepherd Anne Dowd John Masciantonio

OUR BEST WISHES &

THOUGHTS GO TO:

NEW MEMBERS

William Allaband Hazel Owens

Edward Thorton

Endowment Fund Donation

We wish to thank the following for their donations:

Patsy To

In Memory of Albany To

JUNE DATE TIME EVENTS

8 6:30-8:30pm Evening - Line Dancing

12 1:00-2:30pm Daytime - Line Dancing

14 3:00-6:00pm Take-Out Spaghetti Dinner

20 12:00pm Birthday Party


25 1:00pm Medicare 101


JULY 10 9:30am-3:30pm Spirit of Philadelphia Trip

10 Center is Closed on Trip

11 7:00pm Bluegrass Under the Stars


16 7:00pm Medicare 101




AUGUST 7 1:00-2:30pm Daytime - Line Dancing





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Spring has really blossomed into a beautiful thing. Flowers grace our lawns and the flowering trees are beautiful. I love the fresh colors of spring. It’s time for fresh starts.

If you haven’t visited the Center in a while, now is the time for a fresh start, time to get rid of the depressive winter blues. Some of you will be able to start planting flowers and vegetables. Be careful not to overdue, start gradually. SilverSneakers classes can do a lot to loosen your joints and prepare for spring and summer activities. You might even want to try Zumba Classes or Gentle Stretching!! Any activity does much to improve mental and physical well being. GET INVOLVED!!

With Tax season officially over you can now direct your attention to TAX/RENT Rebates with a June 30 deadline. Please call for an appointment if possible, so I can give you proper attention. Walk-ins are OK as long as I have no appointments.

Chester County Food Bank in Exton, is supplying us with Senior Food Boxes. They are delivered to the Oxford Senior Center on the first Monday of each month. If you are at least 60, live in Chester County and fall within the income guidelines, you may qualify for the monthly box. Income is based on household income, not individual. Husband & wife may each receive a box if their combined income qualifies. See me as soon as possible to get your name on our list. Boxes contain vegetables, canned meat, pasta, milk, cereal, fruit, and non-fat protein. Great way to nutritionally supplement your food supply. Registration going on now.

Chester County Food Bank is also supplying us with fresh fruit & vegetables every Monday. This is available to everyone, regardless of income. Come, get & enjoy!! We are always open to talk with those ready to begin Medicare. If you, or someone you know is turning 65 or getting ready to retire, be sure to make an appointment to talk about all the choices necessary to be made. Missing the timetable for making these decisions can be costly! We will be scheduling more Medicare 101 classes. The next class will be Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at 7:00pm. Also June 18th at 1:00pm and July 16th at 7:00pm. Be an informed beneficiary.

I recently returned from a Pace plus training event. Some things have changed but, for the most part, Pace/Pacenet is the best kept secret in PA. If you are single, with yearly 2017 income below $23,500 you qualify for one of the programs. Married combined income must be below $31,500, even if only one is applying. If you’ve never applied, see me and we can apply on-line. This plan is restricted to PA residents and for use in PA pharmacies only. (Can’t use while snow birding in Florida!!) Get the word out—Pace plus is credible coverage for Medicare Part D. Stop by if you have any questions.

Enjoy the month of May with all it’s beauty. Summer is coming and with it comes the Farmers Market Food Vouchers. We do not receive them until June so stay tuned.

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INFORMATION & REFERRAL

REFER WEB The Chester County Department of Human Services is pleased to introduce Refer Web, an Information and Referral web-based application. Simply visit their web-site at www.chesco.org/human. Once on the site, locate the Refer Web icon, click on it and start searching.

WHAT IS INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE? From time to time we all know we need information but have no idea how to find answers.

WHO IS SALLY ARTER? Sally is the Center’s very own Information & Assistance Specialist. Her responsibilities include helping you find the answers to your questions.

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MAY 2018 MENU Call 610-932-5244 - Business Hours: 8:30 am - 3:00 pm

Call to sign up for lunch by 3pm Tuesday for the ENTIRE following week.

MENU IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE - Meal served at 12:00 pm

MON TUE WED THU FRI

1. Baked Salmon Parsley Potatoes Broccoli & Sliced Carrots White Bread Cookie

2. Orange Glazed Pork Loin Vegetable Rice Pilaf Cauliflower Wheat Bread Applesauce

3. Creamy Chicken Salad Croissant w/lettuce & tomato Tomato Soup WG Croissant Fresh Seasonal Fruit

4. Chicken Primavera Penne Pasta Tossed Salad Hardboiled Egg Dressing Garlic Breadstick Sliced Pears

7. Kielbasa BBQ Butterbeans Macaroni Salad Fresh Seasonal Fruit

8. Roasted Turkey Whipped Potatoes Peas & Carrots Wheat Dinner Roll Gelatin

9. Hamburger Sweet Potato Bites Green Beans Fresh Melon

10. Tuna Salad Sandwich Creamy Potato Soup Pineapple & Cherries

11. Baked Breaded Chicken Cutlet AuGratin Potatoes Sweet Peas White Bread Cookie

14. Roasted Pork Loin Sauerkraut Whipped Potatoes White Bread Applesauce

15. Taco Salad Black Bean Soup Nacho Chips Pineapple Tidbits

16. Birthday Party

Chicken Parmesan Rotini Pasta w/sauce Parmesan Zucchini & Corn Wheat Bread Birthday Cake

17. Center is Closed

We are at the COUNTY SENIOR PICNIC & GAMES

9:00-2:30 You must be registered.

Rain date: May 24

18. Pork Ribette Baked Potato Creamy Coleslaw Wheat Bread Sliced Peaches

21. Sweet Sausage Sandwich Cheesy Hashbrowns Yellow Beans Cookie

22. Southwestern Chicken Salad Tossed Salad Creamy Cauliflower Soup Biscuit Gelatin

23. BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich Potato Salad Baked Beans Fresh Seasonal Fruit

24. Pasta & Meatballs Italian Green Beans Italian Bread Sliced Peaches

25. Chili Cheese Hot Dog Sweet Potato Bites Apricots

28. Center

is Closed

29. Egg Omelet Sausage Patty English Muffin w/Jelly Orange Juice Fresh Banana

30. Chicken Marsala Buttered Bowties Broccoli & Carrots Wheat Bread Sliced Pears

31. Antipasto Salad w/Dressing Wedding Soup Breadstick Sunset Peaches

SENIORS 60 & ABOVE A voluntary confidential requested

$2.00 donation INDIVIDUALS

UNDER 60 $4.89

ALL MEALS SERVED WITH MILK, COFFEE OR TEA (HOT OR COLD)

Senior Center membership is not required for those 60 and older to participate in the lunch program. Chester County residents 60 and older are invited to attend their local Senior Center to enjoy a noon time meal. There is no cost for the meal but you must reserve your meal by 3pm Tuesday for the ENTIRE following week of meal service. A voluntary confidential contribution of $2.00 is appreciated toward the cost of the meal but is not required. The official registration and financial information of Chester County Department of Aging Services may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free, within Pennsylvania, 1 (800) 732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.

Rover Transportation Available

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MAY 2018 ACTIVITIES

MON TUE WED THU FRI

1. 9:30-11:30 Crafts 10:00 SilverSneakers 10-12 Cards/Games NO Practice Tai Chi 11-12 Q&A/Tech Help 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Oxford Main Street w/ Jane 4:30 Zumba

2. 8:30-11:30 Paint Class 10-11 Q&A/Tech Help 10-11 Blood Pressure 10-12 Cards/Games 10:30-11:30 Rover Outreach 12:00 Lunch 12:45 Bingo 2-3 Q&A/Tech Help

3. 10:00 SilverSneakers 10-12 Cards/Games 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Cards/Games 4:30 Zumba

4. 10-12 Cards/Games 10:30am Neighborhood Health w/ Linda 11:15-11:45 Gentle Stretching 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Cards/Games

7. 10-11 Q&A/Tech Help 10-12 Cards/Games 10:30 Participants Council Meeting 11:15-11:45 Gentle Stretching 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Cards/Games 1-3 Food Box Pickup 2-3 Q&A/Tech Help

8. 9:30-11:30 Crafts 10:00 SilverSneakers 10-12 Cards/Games NO Practice Tai Chi 11-12 Q&A/Tech Help 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Line Dancing 1:00 Make It-Take It 4:30 Zumba

9. 8:30-11:30 Paint Class 10-11 Q&A/Tech Help 10-11 Blood Pressure 10-12 Cards/Games 12:00 Lunch 12:45 Bingo 2-3 Q&A/Tech Help 7:00 Mother’s Day Greeting Card Stamping

10. 10:00 SilverSneakers 10-12 Cards/Games 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Cards/Games 4:30 Zumba

11. SPRING BREAKFAST $7 7AM –10AM 10-12 Cards/Games 11:15-11:45 Gentle Stretching 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Cards/Games 6:30 Line Dancing

14. 10-11 Q&A/Tech Help 10-12 Cards/Games 11:15-11:45 Gentle Stretching 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Cards/Games 2-3 Q&A/Tech Help 2:00-2:30 BeeFit Program

15. 9:00 Jane Freeman 9:30-11:30 Crafts 10:00 SilverSneakers 10-12 Cards/Games NO Practice Tai Chi 11-12 Q&A/Tech Help 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Bayada Arthritis 3:00 Board Meeting 4:30 Zumba

16. Birthday Party 8:30-11:30 Paint Class 10-11 Blood Pressure 10-12 Cards/Games 12:00 Lunch 12:45 Dance Party w/ DJ Dave Miceli 7:00 Intro to Guided Meditation (at the Salt Hut, not at the center)


We are at the COUNTY SENIOR PICNIC & GAMES

9:00-2:30 You must be registered.

Rain date: May 24

18. 10-12 Cards/Games 11:15-11:45 Gentle Stretching 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Cards/Games

21. 10-12 Cards/Games 11:15-11:45 Gentle Stretching 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Cards/Games 2:00-2:30 BeeFit Program

22. 9:00 Jane Freeman 9:30-11:30 Crafts 10:00 SilverSneakers 10-12 Cards/Games NO Practice Tai Chi 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Line Dancing 4:30 Zumba

23. 8:30-11:30 Paint Class 9:00-12 Reflexology 10-11 Q&A/Tech Help 10-11 Blood Pressure 10-12 Cards/Games 10:30-12 Constituent Outreach 12:00 Lunch 12:45 Bingo 1:00 Hearing Appointments w/Mike 2-3 Q&A/Tech Help 7:00 Medicare 101

24. Rain date for Senior Games

10:00 SilverSneakers 10-12 Cards/Games 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Cards/Games 4:30 Zumba

25. 10-12 Cards/Games 11:15-11:45 Gentle Stretching 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Memorial Tree Service 6:30 Line Dancing

28. Center

is Closed

29. 9:30-11:30 Crafts 10:00 SilverSneakers 10-12 Cards/Games NO Practice Tai Chi 11-12 Q&A/Tech Help 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Cookie Bake Off 4:30 Zumba

30. 8:30-11:30 Paint Class 10-11 Q&A/Tech Help 10-11 Blood Pressure 10-12 Cards/Games 12:00 Lunch 12:45 Bingo 2-3 Q&A/Tech Help

31. 9:30-4:30 Dutch Apple Dinner Theater Trip 10:00 SilverSneakers 10-12 Cards/Games 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Cards/Games 4:30 Zumba

Happy Mother’s Day

to all our Ladies Enjoy

May 13th!!

Rover Transportation Provided

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Oxford Main Street Volunteer Opportunities

w/Jane Tuesday, May 1

1:00pm

Bayada Arthritis w/ Barbara

Tuesday, May 15 1:00pm

Rover Outreach Wednesday, May 2, 2018

10:30am-11:30am

Wednesdays, May 2, 9, 23 & 30

Cards/Games May 3, 4, 7, 10, 11, 14, 18, 21, 24, & 31

1:00pm

Neighborhood Health w/ Linda

Thursday, May 4 10:30am

Intro to Guided Meditation Being held at The Salt Hut

Wednesday, May 16 6:00 pm and 7:15pm

See ad for more details

LINE DANCING - Daytime w/ Shirley Mackey

Tuesday, May 8 & 22 1:00-2:30pm (Auditorium)

County Senior Picnic & Games Thursday, May 17 9:00am-2:30pm

Raindate - Thursday, May 24

Make It & Take It Tuesday, May 8

1:00pm

Constituent Outreach w/ Tyler

Wednesday, May 23 10:30am - 12:00pm

Mother’s Day Greeting Card Stamping Wednesday, May 9

7:00pm

Medicare 101 w/ Sally

Wednesday, May 23 7:00pm

Please pre-register

Spring Breakfast Fundraiser Friday, May 11 7:00-10:00am

Memorial Tree Service See ad on page 10 for details

Friday, May 25 1:00pm

LINE DANCING - Evening w/ Shirley Mackey

Friday, May 11 & 25 6:30-8:30pm, $5 per person

Cookie Bake Off See ad on page 7 for details

Tuesday, May 29 1:00pm

BeeFit Program Monday, May 14, 21

2:00-2:30pm See ad for more detail

Trip to Dutch Apple Thursday, May 31 10:00am-4:00pm

BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

Our Birthday will be held on: Wednesday, May 16

Our entertainment will be: Dance Party w/ DJ Dave Miceli Sign up early. If you wish to give a Birthday card, please note it is your responsibility to deliver them. Do not leave any cards at the Center, we cannot distribute.

Upcoming Programs & Events

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1 James L. McLimans 1 Elizabeth Jones 1 Grace B. Yeatman 1 Hazel Shoemaker 2 Stephen J. Gontarz 2 Donna M. Bleiler 2 Jane A. Hershey 3 Ema V. Reid 3 Harold C. Broomell 4 Edward W. Kupper 5 Lucille Campbell 5 Janice B. Keen 6 Phyllis J. Tester 6 Nikolaus S. Fingerle 6 Joan M. Barnett 7 Esther Lewis 8 Carl N. Nardi Sr. 8 Robert L. Dawson 8 Lawrence W. Moore Jr. 8 Eleanor Y. Wells 8 Corinne L. Rhodes 9 Carolyn W. Lindsay 11 Evelyn R. Boyd 11 Aaron M. Shoop 11 Alpha F Kirk 12 Janet Scaperotto 13 Helen Mulholland 13 Carolyn L. Osborn 13 Sally Carr 13 Jane L. Freeman 13 Mary A. Sumner 13 Henrietta Wallace 14 Patricia J. Brolley 14 RC Bledsoe 14 Sylvia Gosztonyi 14 Gail C. Scott 14 Gayle Fisher 14 Wanda F. Forbes 14 William G. Bemis 14 Raymond C. Golly 16 Winifred E. Kaufman 16 Mary Adeline Saganich 17 Sonja Mellinger 17 Janice M. Young 17 Ellen F. Howell 17 Betty Robinson 19 Elizabeth Taylor 19 Nellie L. Patrick

20 Laura R. McKinney 20 Fred D. Main 21 Charles P. Miller 21 Dorothy A. Bradley 22 Jennifer Rosa 22 Frank A. Di Fabrizio 22 Joan M. Reisler 22 Kay Dorsey 23 John G. Wiencek 23 Carolyn P. Sacks 23 Roe F. Kirk 23 Deborah A. Rubincan 23 Judith D. Menzel 23 Betty L. Bledsoe 24 Edith H. Sumner 24 John D. Baker 24 Mary C. Griest 24 Barbara A. Price 24 Sandra E. Stuart 25 Mary A. Hammell 25 Catherine Shoop 25 Janet L. Wagner 25 Steven Trout 25 Ruth V. Crampton 26 Sandra E. Magness 26 Patricia Barker 26 William Preston 26 Charles R. McLaughlin 27 Francis X. Leadem Sr. 28 Rose W. Mills 28 Laura H. Jenkins 29 Elizabeth Rhoads 29 Janice Lorene Weaver 29 Terry S. Palmer 29 Stephen Roberts 29 Sharon M. Bruno 29 Virginia L. Noblit 30 Rufus P. Willis 30 James C. Saunders 30 Carol M. Carroll 31 Charles H. Wichhart 31 Helen N. Guanti

MAY BIRTHDAYS

CONSTITUENT OUTREACH

State Senator Andrew Dinniman’s Constituent Outreach Representative Tyler Arkatin will be at our Senior Center to answer any question you may have regarding Commonwealth of PA programs and services they offer. In addition, he will have the 2017 Rent and Tax Rebate forms with him!

Tyler will be at our center on the 4th Wednesday of every month.

Wednesday, May 23 from 10:30am to noon

ROVER OUTREACH

May 2, 2018 10:30am-11:30am

Jahayra Santiago will be here to answer your questions and help you to sign up with Rover.

Neighborhood Health Senior HealthLink

w/ Linda Clay, MSN, RN

Friday, May 4 10:30am - 11:10am

Please join Senior HealthLinks “Health Club”, attend a lecture and at the end of a program you have a chance to win a gift card from Walmart.

Cookie Bake Off

Tuesday, May 29, 2018 1:00pm

Bring your best cookie forward! Be sure to bring 2 dozen cookies

for sharing and to be judged. Only one variety of cookie can be entered

per person (one entry).

Who will win the cookie trophy?

The Senior Voice TRIPS

Join us for a trip on the Spirit of Philadelphia

Skyline Lunch/Bingo Cruise July 10, 2018

Itinerary: Motor Coach ride to and from center, Lunch, Cruise & Bingo Cost: $78 Leave: Promptly at 9:00 am from Luther House (be there at 8:45 am) Promptly at 9:30 am from Center (be here at 9:15 am) Return: 4:00pm(approx.)toCenter

We need 40 people to go

Reserve your seat Call 610-932-5244

TRIP DAYS AND PARKING Due to our limited parking, we ask that when you go on one of our trips, please park in the Nazarene Church parking lot. The church has graciously allowed us to park there. This will keep the limited street parking spaces open for folks visiting us during the day. Thank You.

Join us for a trip

to see the popular show

Thursday, May 31, 2018

Itinerary: Motor Coach ride to and from center, enjoy lunch, and the show. Cost: $74.00 (includes driver tip) Leave: Promptly at 10:00 am from Luther House (be there at 9:45 am) Promptly at 10:30 am from Center (be here at 10:15 am) Return: 4:00 pm (approx.) to center

We need 40 people to go Reserve your seat – Call 610-932-5244

NEW YORK CITY New York “...Be a part of it - New York, New York!

$579.00 per person double occupancy

$729.00 per person single occupancy

FOR INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS

CONTACT:

Oxford Area Senior Center Maria Reyes

12 E. Locust Street Oxford, PA 19363

(610) 932-5244

3 DAYS - 2 NIGHTS SEPTEMBER 19 - 21, 2018

PACKAGE INCLUDES: * 2 Nights lodging * 2 Breakfasts * 2 Dinners in Manhattan * Tour of Upper Manhattan * Tour of Lower Manhattan * Broadway Show * Ferry Ride and visits to the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island featuring a self-guided audio tour * National 9/11 Memorial Museum * Shopping along Fifth Avenue or at Rockefeller Center * Souvenir gift * Luggage handling * Taxes and meal gratuities * Motorcoach transportation

Cancellation insurance available upon request

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EVENING WORKSHOPS

Oxford Area Senior Center

Evenings of Fun and Dance

Instructor Shirley Mackey has over 23 years of dance experience ranging from Lines Dances and Swing to Jitter Bug and Two-Step. She will teach an assortment of popular line dances such as the Electric Slide, Cha Cha, Tush Push, Boot Scootin’ Boogie and more!!

Beginners and experienced dancers are welcome

Join us on the following Fridays from 6:30 to 8:30pm for a fun evening:

May 18th & May 25th, June 8th & 22nd, July 13th & 27th, August 10th & 24th

Cost is $5 per class/per person RSVP for your spot on the dance floor

by contacting the Oxford Area Senior Center at 610-932-5244 or [email protected].

Oxford Area Senior Center

Instructor Shirley Mackey has over 23 years of dance experience ranging from Lines Dances and Swing to Jitter Bug and Two-Step. She will teach an assortment of popular line dances such

as the Electric Slide, Cha Cha, Tush Push, Boot Scootin’ Boogie and more!

Cost is FREE

Oxford Area Senior Center , 12 E. Locust Street, Oxford, PA 610-932-5244 or [email protected]

Daytime Fun and Dance Beginners and experienced dancers are welcome

Join us on the following Tuesdays from 1:00pm to 2:30pm:

May 8th & 22nd, June 12th & 26th, July 24th, August 7th & 21st

DAYTIME PROGRAM

The Senior Voice EVENING WORKSHOPS

O X F O R D A R E A S E N I O R C E N T E R

Invites You To Attend

Mother’s Day Greeting Card Stamping

Join us for a fun and relaxing evening with Clarissa Sharrow making homemade Mother’s Day Gree ng Cards. Honor your Mother or a very special woman in your life with a homemade Mother's Day gree ng card. Clarissa will supply 4 cards and envelopes and stamping materials for your hear elt Mother's Day cards. Please join us and have your beau ful cards all ready to present on this very special occasion. Materials fee is for four cards and envelopes.

PleasejoinusforafuneveningonWednesday,May9,[email protected].

Costperparticipant:$10.00(CashOnly)

Classsizeislimitedto10

OxfordSeniorCenter,12E.LocustStreet,Oxford,PAToRegisterCall610‐932‐5244orEmail:[email protected]


Introduction to Guided Meditation Being held at the Salt Hut

2264 Baltimore Pike, Oxford, PA 19363

Wednesday, May 16, 2018 1st Session: 6:00-7:00 pm

2nd Session: 7:15-8:15 pm (6 person max in each class)

Cost $15

"Cluttered" does not only pertain to how some may describe their garages, closets, or attics. "Cluttered" can be used to describe our mind as well. Like cluttered physical storage, our mind, when disorganized, makes it difficult to use it effectively and efficiently. It can make the most minuet situation seem like Mt. Everest. Learn how to "Tidy-Up" the most crucial part of our body to help make better decisions and reduce stress through Guided Meditation.

ToRegisterCall610‐932‐5244orEmail:[email protected]

The Senior Voice DAYTIME WORKSHOP

ProgrambeginsMonday,May14,2018@2:00pm

ClassMinimumis15participants

Ifwedonothaveatleast15participants,

wewillnotholdtheprogram.

OxfordSeniorCenter12E.LocustStreet,Oxford,PA

ToRegister,Call610‐932‐5244orEmail:[email protected]

Living Healthy, Living Well offers educa on, support and mo va on in making the transi on to healthier choices.

Many serious health problems, from diabetes to heart disease to osteoarthri s, can be made worse by excess weight. If you’ve been wondering whether you should try to improve your health through weight loss, talk to your doctor about your body mass index. This is a weight management class and though this program you will be taught simple, small life style changes to make that will increase your longevity.

The mee ngs will be conducted by health care professionals. Each mee ng will include a confiden al weigh in and a nutri on class. The program is based on the USDA recommenda ons for Healthy Americans and is tailored to each par cipant's needs. There has been tremendous success in the community and we are pleased to be able to bring this program to you.

The cost for the 16‐week program is $160. Payment op ons are available and some insurance policies may cover all or a por on of the program. You are responsible for checking with your insurer about coverage and reimbursement. Payment is due at the first class and checks can be made payable to: BeeFit


Are you interested in ea ng more healthy,

losing weight and lowering your BMI?

Living Healthy, Living Well

nutri on and weight management is a 16 week, self‐sponsored program.

The mee ngs are once a week and run about 30 minutes.

Mondays

2:00pm‐2:30pm

Class dates:

May 14, 21, (no class on 5/28)

June 4, 11, 18, and 25

July 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30

August 6, 13, 20 and 27

September 10 (no class on 9/3)

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Oxford Area Senior Center TAKE-OUT

SPAGHETTI DINNER

Thursday, June 14, 2018

Pick up between 3PM and 6PM $7.00 per meal

Dinner includes: Spaghetti w/ meatballs,

Salad w/dressing, Fresh baked Roll

Homemade Dessert

Call the Center to reserve your dinner (610) 932-5244

ATTENTION Volunteers & Bakers

Spring Fundraisers are coming up. Cooks, waitresses, table setters, helpers to clean up and of course people to make those great desserts, are all needed to make our event a success. Our Spring Breakfast is Friday, May 11th. Our Take-Out Spaghetti Dinner is Thursday, June 14th. Please mark your calendars!! Sign up sheet for Fundraisers will be with the Hostess.

Oxford Area Senior Center Spring Breakfast

Friday May 11, 2018

7AM to 10AM

$8.00 All you can eat

Scrambled Eggs Pancakes Sausage Bacon

Chipped Beef Toast Juice

Coffee & Tea

No Reservations needed

FUNDRAISERS

EVENING WORKSHOPS The Oxford Area Senior Center Presents…

BLUEGRASS UNDER THE STARS

Free Concert Featuring Music by The Blades of Grass Bluegrass Band

Enjoy an evening of toe-tapping, knee-slapping bluegrass tunes performed by local favorite: the Blades of Grass Bluegrass Band. Bring your own lawn chair, blanket and refreshments (no alcoholic beverages). Music lovers of all ages are welcome!

Wednesday, July 11, 2018 7 p.m.

Oxford Area Senior Center 12 E. Locust Street, Oxford, PA

The concert is FREE; Donations are greatly appreciated.

If it rains, the concert will be rescheduled. RSVP by calling 610-932-5244 or email: [email protected]

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MEMORIAL RIBBON TREE Friday, May 25, 2018

The Oxford Area Senior Center is hosting a Memorial Day “Ribbon Tree” ceremony on Friday, May 25th at 1pm. A beautiful tree adorned with ribbons will be on display in our Dining Room for the month of May. The ribbons can commemorate good friendships, happy or special occasions you wish to recognize or the memory of loved ones. The ceremony will recognize the intentions of each ribbon donated. The cost of sponsoring a ribbon is $10 or you can purchase three for $25. Each additional ribbon will be $5. We hope that you will not only support our event but also attend our ceremony. For more information, please contact Maria or our Hostess.

Sponsor’s Form

Yes, I would like to sponsor a Ribbon (s) ________________ Amount enclosed: $________

Name of Sponsor:___________________________________________________________________

· Person/Event to be remembered: ___________________________________________________




Please make check payable to: Oxford Area Senior Center, 12 East Locust Street, Oxford, PA 19363 ***To be included in the program, please return no later than Wednesday, May 23, 2018**

PARTICIPANTS’ COUNCIL CORNER

Be a part of your center “Get Involved”

VOTE for your new PARTICIPANT’S COUNCIL members throughout the entire month of May. Your vote counts!

2018-2019 PARTICIPANTS’ COUNCIL CANDIDATES

Three are elected to a three-year term on the Council, and three are elected as a one-year alternate. Election is held during entire month of May. Ballots & Ballot Box are located in the Auditorium Room.

36th ANNUAL CHESTER COUNTY SENIOR GAMES

39th ANNUAL CHESTER COUNTY SENIOR PICNIC

Hosted by the Chester County Commissioners and the Chester County Department of Aging Services. . .a sports and recreation competition for Chester County residents age 50 and older .

THURSDAY, MAY 17, 2018 (Rain Date: Thursday, May 24, 2018)

YOUR REGISTRATION FORM MUST BE RECEIVED BY MONDAY, APRIL 30 2018

One form per person. NO LATE REGISTRATIONS CAN BE ACCEPTED

We need your help!

Looking for Monetary Donations

to help us buy supplies for our Crafts and

Make It & Take It Projects

CRAFTER’S WELCOME

Tuesdays 9:30am-11:30am

Come have fun craft-making with Thelma!! Each week will create a fun craft.

Have ideas for a craft project, let Thelma know.

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Health and Wellness Programs

Exercise Classes

Trivity Health’s Silver Sneakers Fitness Program is a comprehensive older-adults physical activities program that addresses the needs of the 60 + year old population. Muscular Strength & Range of Movement is the core class of this exercise program. Come on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10AM - 10:45AM and get yourself back in shape. Come and see how much better you’ll feel after a 45 minute workout.. There is no cost for this program and Senior Center membership is not required for individuals 60 and older.

Ditch the Workout and Join the Party!

ZUMBA fitness classes every

ADULTS OF ALL AGES WELCOME!!

Just $3 a class! Bring a friend or 2 or 3!!

Kim Malone, Certified Zumba Instructor

For more information, call Kim @ 610-620-4676 or OASC @ (610) 932-5244

Tuesday Thursday

4:30-5:15pm 4:30-5:15pm

Practice Tai Chi for fitness and health

Improve health & well being Improve balance & strength

Improve concentration Lower blood pressure

Relieve stress & anxiety

Practice group meets Tuesdays 11am-11:30am Cost is only $5.00 per session

Barbara McAdams ATCQA Certified Instructor

NEED HELP BALANCING YOUR CHECKBOOK?

For those of you who need help balancing your checkbook or paying a few bills, Jane Freeman can help you. You must contact Jane directly at (610) 932-2619 to schedule your appointment. Leave a message if she’s not home. This is a very helpful, free service that she is volunteering her time to do. All appointments are here at the Center.

She will be at the Senior Center on: Tuesday, May 15 Tuesday, May 22

Free Blood Pressure Checks

A volunteer nurse is at the Center on Wednesday mornings from 10am to 11am. Stop by, have your blood pressure checked, enjoy some coffee or tea and spend some time with us.

AUDIOLOGIST

Michael Piscotty, Audiologist: Superior Products, Exceptional Warranty, Outstanding Service. For appointment call: 610-932-5244

Wednesday, May 22 appointments starting at 1pm

Discover the Benefits of Reflexology

Reflexology: A caring touch that reduces stress and enhances quality of life.

ElainePinno,certifiedReflexologistwillbeattheSeniorCenterforhalf‐hourReflexologysessions.ThereisacostforaReflexologysession.Thismethodofrelaxationreflexologyisusedforstressreductionandrelaxationandpainrelief.

When: May23,2018 From9:00amto12:00pmWhere: OxfordAreaSeniorCenterCost: $20forhalf‐hoursession

RSVP:Spaceislimited…makeanappointmenttoday.Call610‐932‐5244oremail:[email protected]

Gentle Stretching

Monday & Friday 11:15 am - 11:45 am

Bread Every Wednesday morning the Giant in Jennersville donate their two day-old bread and pastries to our Center. Pick up some bread while you’re here between 10am-3pm. Pastries used as prizes at Bingo.

Produce Every Monday, Produce from Chester County Food Bank is available from 11am-3pm. First come, first serve until gone. Items vary weekly and may be available through rest of the week.

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Oxford Area Senior Center Computer Q&A and Technology Help

Do you need help with your electronic device? Are you confused about how to use that new electronic device? Please do not fret any longer. Questions can be regarding ANY computer related subject (Word, Email, Internet, etc.) or Technology Help with your Apple or Android mobile/cell phones and iPad/tablets. The goal is to provide hands-on and detailed instruction in a non-intimidating and patient environment.

Bring your device in and learn to use it!

Q&A’s and Technology Help Just stop in during one of the times listed below

$5 per session May 2018 Schedule

Oxford Area Senior Center 12 E. Locust Street, Oxford, PA

610-932-5244

www.oxfordseniors.org Click on Computers

Hours are: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 3:00 pm Colleen is in on Monday - Wednesday MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY

1. 11:00am - 12:00pm

2. 10:00am - 11:00am 2:00pm - 3:00pm

7. 10:00am - 11:00am 2:00pm - 3:00pm

8. 11:00am - 12:00pm

9. 10:00am - 11:00am 2:00pm - 3:00pm

14. 10:00am - 11:00am 2:00pm - 3:00pm

15. 11:00am - 12:00pm

16. No Sessions

21. No Sessions

22. No Sessions

23. 10:00am - 11:00am 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Prefer Private Lessons?

Private lessons are available for a fee, at the Center or your home. Please contact Colleen Owens at 610-932-5244 or by email at [email protected]


29. 11:00am - 12:00pm

30. 10:00am - 11:00am 2:00pm - 3:00pm

QUESTIONS?? Colleen will be happy to answer your technology questions. Here is how to contact her: Come to one of the Q&A/Tech Help sessions. Call Colleen at 610-932-5244 Email Colleen at [email protected]

Chester County Food Bank Chester County Senior

Food Box Program (CCSFBP)

Is a Chester County Food Bank program that helps seniors gain access to nutritious foods so they can better improve their health. If you or someone you know is at least 60 yrs. old and has low income, please register for the CCSFBP box that is available to qualifying seniors each month. Each box may contain fruit, non-perishable proteins, vegetables, carbohydrates & dairy!! Proof of age is required at sign up. There is no charge for this food. If you qualify then CCSFBP Box can be picked up the 1st Monday of every month between 1:00-3:00pm

For more information contact Sally Arter

(610) 932-5244

Medicare 101 w/ Sally Arter

Wednesday, May 23 7:00PM

If you will be joining the ranks of Medicare soon, are already in the Medicare system and have questions, this session is for you. Members of the APPRISE program, Pennsylvania’s volunteer statewide program of insurance consultation, will present an overview of Medicare including the definitions of Medicare A, B, C; exploration of the drug benefit (Part D), types of health care insurance available in Chester County, benefits available to low-income beneficiaries, and things to consider when selecting your medical coverage. A question and answer session will follow the presentations.

Reserve your space Call 610-932-5244

or email [email protected]

OXFORD AREA SENIOR CENTER 12 East Locust Oxford, PA 19363 610-932-5244 phone 610-932-8084 fax www.oxfordseniors.org [email protected]

Bulk Rate US Postage Paid Non-profit Org.

Permit No. 9 Oxford, PA 19363

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In accordance with Federal Law the Oxford Area Senior Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, handicap, sex, physical condition,

developmental disability, sexual orientation, or national origin.

The Oxford Area Senior Center is funded in part under a contract with the Chester County Department of Aging Services and PA Department of Aging. Funding is also provided by the United Way of Southern Chester County, Dansko Foundation, Oxford Area Foundation, 1675 Foundation, Chester County Fund for Women & Girls, Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, Chester County Community Foundation, Luther Management Company of SCC, BNY-Mellon, Oxford Area Civic Association and surrounding municipalities. Funds are also raised by participant donations, craft and bake sales and given through memorials, wills and bequests. The Oxford Area Senior Center is a non-profit organization. All contributions are tax deductible.

STAFF

Jim McLeod Executive Director

Maria Reyes-Tanon Program Coordinator

Laurie Nelson Kitchen Supervisor

Colleen Owens Information Technology Specialist

Sally Arter Information & Assistance Specialist

INSTRUCTORS

Thelma Teel Arts/Crafts

Albert Gans Painting

Barbara McAdams Exercise Instructor

Kim Malone Zumba Instructor

Janet Rivera Hostess

Amy O’Donald Evening Workshop Coordinator

Board of Directors 2017/2018 Ira Binder President Betsy Brantner

Kimberly Zuleba Vice-President Kevin Collins

William Ringler Treasurer Jane Freeman

Leda Widdoes Secretary Charles Hannum

Sylvia Reyburn Corresponding Secretary Edwin Herr

George Lauer

Theresa Taylor Participant’s Council John Masciantonio

Pennie Bellino Non-Voting Scott Massey

Rev. Aaron Smalley

Amy O’Donald

Bonnie Smith

Participants’ Council 2017/2018

Chairperson: Theresa Taylor Lorraine Broomell Beverly Parsons

Vice Chairperson: Pennie Bellino David Denny Ralph Roten

Secretary: Laura McKinney Millie Emerson Evelyn Stumpo

Ed French* Lori Walton*

Carmella Humble*

* Alternate—Non Voting Member

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