News For All Seasons
Hunterdon Hills Playhouse presents “Sherlock Holmes Returns” Tuesday, April 5, 2022
$96.00 per person
Reserve your seat with Marie at 570-253-5540 or Debbie at 570-630-2385 by Thursday, March 24th, 2022
Sherlock returns to the playhouse with Dr. Watson, of course. This uproarious musical features an all new
plot and a slew of new songs! Buckingham Palace has been robbed and it’s up to Sherlock, Dr. Watson and YOU to go on a hilarious hunt to find the missing royal treasure.
PACKAGE INCLUDES SHOW, TABLE-SERVED MEAL, DESSERT, COFFEE OR HOT TEA, TAX AND
GRATUITY, TRANSPORTATION AND DRIVER’S TIP.
Depart: Return: Honesdale (old K-Mart) at 8:30 AM Honesdale (old K-Mart) at 6:00 PM Hawley Center at 9:00 AM Hawley at 5:30 PM Hamlin Center at 9:30 AM Hamlin at 5:00 PM *Payment is due by Thursday, March 24, 2022. *Make checks payable to: Wayne County Area Agency on Aging (WCAA) *Cancellation Policy: Money refunded ONLY if your seat can be filled.
MONEY WILL NOT BE REFUNDED AFTER MARCH 24, 2022.
GET ON THE BUS!
Mt. Airy Casino “That’ll Be The Day” Musical Tribute to Buddy Holly
Tuesday, May 31, 2022 $65.00 per person
Reserve your seat with Marie at 570-253-5540 or Debbie at 570-630-2385 by Friday, May 13, 2022
PACKAGE INCLUDES: $15 SLOT PLAY, $15 MEAL VOUCHER, BUDDY HOLLY TRIBUTE SHOW AT
3:30 PM, TRANSPORTATION AND DRIVER’S TIP. (After the show go directly to the bus for departure.)
Depart: Return: Honesdale (old K-Mart) at 9 AM Honesdale (old K-Mart) at 6:30 PM Hawley Center at 9:30 AM Hawley at 6:00 PM Hamlin Center at 10:00 AM Hamlin at 5:30 PM *Payment is due by Friday, May 13, 2022. *Make checks payable to: Wayne County Area Agency on Aging (WCAA) *Cancellation Policy: Money refunded ONLY if your seat can be filled.
MONEY WILL NOT BE REFUNDED AFTER MAY 13, 2022.
Two trips planned—read on!
Suggested meal price:
due to availability.
*HB=Home bound
*NW=Northern Wayne
1)
Mardi Gras Jambalaya over Rice Southwestern Corn Donut Mixed fruit
2) Vegetarian Shepherd’s pie Spinach Biscuit/butter Fresh apple
3) Chili con carne Baked potato Cauliflower Cornbread/butter Fresh orange NW: Juice, tuna fish sandwich, pickled beets, peaches & pears
4) Lemon pepper fish Roasted potato cubes California blend Wheat bread/butter Peaches & pears
7) Fish Sticks Macaroni & cheese Zucchini & tomatoes Wheat bread/ butter Mandarin oranges
8) Chicken smothered in Mushrooms Mashed potatoes Brussel sprouts Wheat bread/ Butter Pudding
9) Roast pork Cabbage & Noodles Carrots Wheat bread/ Butter Fresh orange
10) Sloppy Joe on Wheat bun Red potatoes California blend Fresh apple
11) Cheese Ravioli Creamed spinach Italian blend Wheat bread/butter Peaches & cottage Cheese
14) Salisbury steak w/ Gravy Noodles Cauliflower Wheat bread/ butter Fresh apple
15) Chicken and biscuit Roasted red Pottoes Carrots Fresh orange
16) Turkey & Gravy Sweet potatoes Mixed vegetables Wheat bread/Butter Pudding
17) St. Paddy’s Day Ham & cabbage Boiled potatoes Baby carrots Pumpernickel Bread/butter Mint pears NW: Juice, ham & cheese sandwich, bean salad, mint pears
18) Spinach & cheese bake Roasted potato wedges Winter blend Wheat bread/ Butter Fig Newtons
21) Meatloaf Scalloped Potatoes Roasted broccoli Wheat bread/ butter Pineapple chunks
22) Goulash Over noodles Cauliflower Wheat bread/ Butter Vanilla pudding
23) Pork chop Brown rice Carrots Wheat dinner Roll/ butter Fresh orange
24) Tuscan chicken Pasta with sauce White beans with Collard greens Italian bread/ Butter Fresh apple
25) Breaded fish Baked potato w/sour Cream Butternut squash Wheat bread/ Butter Mandarin oranges
28) BBQ chicken Red potatoes California blend Wheat bread/ butter Mixed fresh fruit
29) Hawaiian pork Over brown rice Cauliflower Wheat bread/ Butter Pineapple chunks
30) Chicken Potato pancakes Red cabbage Bavarian pretzel Fresh orange
31) Shepherd’s pie Candied carrots Rye bread/butter Chocolate Pudding
Hamlin Senior Center
Tuesday 10:00 Crafts & Games 10:00 Pinochle 1:00-2:00 Bingo
Wednesday 10:00-11:00 Healthy Steps in
Motion Exer- cise
*Schedule Subject to Change
March Special Events CHAIR YOGA – Mondays--3/7, 3/14, 3/21, and 3/28 at 1:00 PM. HEALTHY STEPS EXERCISE – Wednesdays & Thursdays at 10 AM DANCERCIZE – Thursdays at 11 AM in Multipurpose room BINGO – Tuesday at 1 PM and Friday at 10 AM GAMES – Every Monday. Pinochle at 10 AM and other games. Afternoon Mahjong at 12:30 PM in the side room. VETERANS’ AFFAIRS REP. VISITS--Wednesdays, 3/2 & 3/16, 8:30-3:00 PM. MARDI GRAS – Tues., 3/1, Celebrate Fat Tuesday all in one! Wear your Purple, Green, and Gold and play BINGO! ENTERTAINMENT BY LENNY & KAREN – Tues., 3/8 at 11 AM, Enjoy Camp Ladore vocal entertainers, goodies, and infor- mation on upcoming Camp Ladore vacation retreats for seniors. ST. PATRICK’S PARTY & BINGO– Thurs., March 17th. St. Paddy’s Bingo at 1 PM. Wear your green, enjoy Irish tunes, and Irish food! MARYANN’S CRAFT CORNER - Tues. 3/22 at 10 AM *Schedule subject to change
The Hamlin Fire Department allowed us to use their in-house flag pole during the construction of their new firehouse. We returned the flag when the firehouse was completed. Vicki Wargo, Veter- ans’ Affairs rep received permission to purchase a flagpole for the center. She was pleased to have the honor of putting the flag to- gether. Tom Bernard Gillette wanted to donate his time and ener- gy, and center manager Becky asked if he would build shelves inside the shed received from the Salem Township. Tom’s wife, who is a board member of the Hamlin/Lake Ariel Rotary, presented the project to the Rotary who agreed to sponsor the lumber cost. Tom did an outstanding job making an organized area for storage. A BIG thank you goes out to Salem Township, Hamlin/Lake Ariel Rotary, Hamlin Fire Department, Vicki, and Tom for the support provided to our center!
Super Bowl Bingo
Marianna Duffy, a dedicated volunteer at Hamlin center, wanted our seniors to share her love of football. She held a Super Bowl Bingo with a raffle, special prizes, favors, a Family Feud game, and football mints. Tailgate party goodies were served. It was great fun, and many thanks to Marianna for her generosity!
Expressing Gratitude to Those Who Help the Hamlin Senior Center Shine
MARCH BIRTHDAYS Joseph Olsen 3/2 Fran Kurz 3/24 Catherine Laud 3/7 Judit Vegh 3/30 Diane Ratcliffe 3/18 Marilyn Wormuth 3/30
Hawley Senior Center
Class
We enjoyed our day celebrating Chinese New Year. See pictures below. 1st pic standing is L to R Jesse Palinkas, Joan Palinkas, Kathy Powlics and Jim Firestine. 2nd pic standing L to R are Judy Maneval, Dee Cullen, Gail Vanderwall and Bob Vanderwall. ) It was nice seeing people out and about having fun with good friends and deli- cious Chinese cuisine.
During the winter months the ceramics class was busy making Christmas trees for family and friends. Here are the pictures. (Pictured is our ceramics teacher Karen Mehrtens and Fred Hannel.) Moving on to better weather and more events to look forward to. Valentine’s Day brought out the meaning of Love and affection in all of us. Valentine’s Day is a very old tradition. Starting out in the year 496. A festival celebrated in the middle of the month to officially start the Spring season.
Mardi Gras is on Tuesday, March 1st. Mardi Gras is French for Fat Tuesday, leading us into the Lenten season.
St Patrick’s Day will be celebrated on Thursday, March 17th. The holiday is a celebration of Irish culture, parades, special foods, music, dancing, drinking and a lot of green.
The 1st of April we are having crazy day. Wear your craziest outfit or hat-whatever you have and win a prize.
Birthday’s for the month of March are: Patricia Dennis, Bill Bursis, Theresa Cleary, MerryAnn Daniels, Sarah McAllister, Hank Vreeland, Theresa Nurnberger, Charlotte Bell, Karen Lutz, Pat Stephenson, Joann Dugan, Marilyn Demray, Fred Hannel, Ronald Devens, Thomas Olszewski, Jesse Palinkas and Sharon Peduto.
Monday 9:00-10:00 “Mondays with Marie”— Exercise streamed live on Wayne County PA Human Services’ FACEBOOK page
Tuesday 10:30-1:30 Exercise 1:00-4:00 Billiards
Wednesday 10:00-11:00 Exercise 1:00–2:00 BINGO
Thursday Northern Wayne Center meets twice monthly, March 3 and 17
Friday 10:30–11:30 Exercise 1:00-4:00 Rummikub tile game
*SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND LIMITATIONS
NORTHERN WAYNE/LAKEWOOD CENTER
Honesdale Senior Center
The February 3 get together was cancelled, unfortunately, due to weather-related school closings. March brings the
return of twice-a-month meetings (yay for spring!), the first and third Thursday of the month. Looking forward to meet-
ing on March 3, 2022. Tuna is on the menu for the 3rd and ham and cheese on the 17th. Please call Marie at 253-
5540 to make a reservation.
From left, staff member Ann followed from left to right by Maggie,
Diane and Oliver.
Marie.
So fun to see so many babushka-covered heads in spirit of the Polish luau held on January 26, 2022
March 1, 2022—Laissez Le Bon Temps Rouler! Let the good times roll by joining us for Mardi
Gras! Jambalaya, followed by King Cake will be served. Will you be lucky and get the slice with
the baby figurine for a year’s worth of good fortune?
March 4, 2022—Birthday Friday! Help us celebrate all those born in March. Special treat served.
March 17, 2022—It’s time for the wearing of the green! Please join us for ham and cabbage and
even a green dessert. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Won’t you come out and try the Chair Exercise program? Shown are participants in Northern Wayne.
Veterans’ Affairs Update
One in four women and one in seven men will experience domestic abuse in their lifetime. Domestic
violence is a pattern of coercive behavior used by one person to gain power and control over another
in an intimate or familial relationship. Abusers are skilled at using power and control over their vic-
tims, which can make leaving the situation difficult and dangerous. VIP’s trained advocates are here
to help you and your loved ones. If you are experiencing abuse or have survived past abuse, you may
benefit from speaking with one of our counselors. All VIP services come at no cost to you and are
100% confidential. Reach out today!
Call: 570-253-4401
Text: 570-798-4847
Coercion & Threats
Economic Abuse
Minimizing & Blaming
Using Children
The 1960’s was indeed a decade of contradictions. It was highlighted by one of the largest and most peaceful mu-
sic concerts that we have ever seen. The opposite of Woodstock, might be the demonstrations and protests held
against our involvement in the Vietnam War. The Vietnam War is the second longest war involving America.
There were 2.7 million men and women who answered their nation’s call and served in Vietnam. Over 1,200 sol-
diers (missing in action) have not yet returned home. Over 58,000 soldiers paid the ultimate price; their names are
written on a black granite wall in our nation’s capital. In previous (and current) conflicts, our soldiers were wel-
comed home with honor; such was not the case for the soldiers returning from Vietnam. Countless soldiers and
their families have tales that tell of the deep disrespect that was shown to them upon their return. For many, these
scars of war have not yet healed.
In an effort to right this terrible wrong, legislation was passed and signed into law in 2017 proclaiming March 29th as
National Vietnam War Veterans Day. This date coincides with the withdrawal of troops from South Vietnam. On
this day, (and every day) please remember to honor and thank all those soldiers who answered their nation’s call
and served during this war. Their bravery and sacrifices have not been forgotten!! Thank You.
NATIONAL VIETNAM WAR VETERANS DAY
There Is Help
WOULD YOU LIKE SOME COMPANIONSHIP?
EXTRA INCOME ?
If you answered “yes” to these questions, the SHARE program may be just what you need.
SHARE (Shared Housing And Resource Exchange) is a housing program being offered in Carbon, Monroe, Pike and Wayne Counties.
Professional Housing Counselors screen and match people who have extra space in their homes with people seeking an affordable living situation.
If this sounds like a good idea for you or someone you know, please contact: Larisa Yusko (570) 832- 5133, email lyusko@pikepa.org
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE OMBUDSMAN
PROGRAM
specially trained to help clarify responsibilities and rights
of consumers in long-term living facilities. If you are
available for a few hours a month, over 18 years of age,
concerned about the rights of nursing home & assisted liv-
ing/personal care home residents and interested in mak-
ing a difference in the lives of long-term living residents,
then you may be perfect for the Volunteer Ombudsman
Program. For more information, please contact:
Ombudsman Linda Korgeski at 570-344-7190 or send
email: lcombudsman@epix.net
Online Pharmacies and Pre-packaged Medications
As the population of the U.S. ages, the need for online pharmacies and safer dis- pensing methods such as pill packing is growing each day. One in five Americans takes more than five pre- scription drugs each day. Many of them are seniors who must pay attention to what time of day they take their medications. The technological advancements and automation services in recent years make it unsur- prising to hear how online pharmacies are changing the way prescriptions are managed. More and more, seniors are embracing this change as they are the ones who could benefit the most from these new ser- vices. PillPack Amazon offers PillPack, an online pharmacy offering pre-packaged medications, which aims to make it eas- ier for consumers to remember to take their medications by delivering all their daily tablets in a convenient packet. In the industry this service is referred to as multi-dose drug dispensing (MDD). In addition, these companies help automate pharmacy calls for refills and co-pay information. Competition for PillPack Most all CVS stores and some independent pharmacies, Walgreens and Rite Aid stores, offer the MDD ser- vice. Call your pharmaceutical provider to see if they participate in the prepackaged medication service. More than Just Medications For example, PillPack ships medication packs every two weeks meaning customers get 14 individual pack- ets each with a daily dose of prescription medicines and any vitamins they specified in their package re- quest. A label on the package details the time and dosage of each medication making it easier to regulate their daily health routine. Because the pharmacy is online and available around the clock means customers don’t have to travel to a location and wait in line for the medications, a service that is especially convenient for those with disabilities, without transportation, or are otherwise homebound. Easier for Caregivers Caregivers can also take advantage of these online services. Many of them are friends or family members of the elderly person and also work full-time and care for their own families. Having access to an online pharmacy with the ability to order and refill medications from a computer or smartphone can make a big dif- ference. It eliminates long lines, multiple trips to the pharmacy for different medications, and remembering to fill days-of-the-week pill boxes. Pricing The online pharmacy accepts most major prescription insurance plans and types of Medicare Part D. A team of pharmaceutical professionals and customer service persons are available for questions or advice or to speak to a customer’s insurance provider thus freeing customers of the middle-person role between pharmacy and insurance. By going online, customers can see a dashboard of their current medications and doses, the arrival date of their next shipment, and the total amount of their co-pays and over-the-counter drugs they have ordered. They can also change their prescriptions or update their insurance information. The sorting, timetables, refills are in plain view and straightforward. (Check with your pharmacy for up-to- date pricing information.) Smartphone Sync Pill packs are an easy option for obtaining daily doses of medications. Companies are perfecting packages that sync with smartphones and allow cell phone reminders to clients to take their medications. By using packaging that is temperature-sensitive, medications stay in a stable environment and don’t lose their po- tency. In addition, pre-packaged medicines help alleviate dispensing errors, which protects patients’ health and takes a strain off rushed pharmacy employees. By having a pack of daily pills, seniors are less likely to inadvertently double-up on one medication and forget another one. MedMinder: Keeping Medications on Track If a patient wishes to switch to an online pharmacy, they must notify their doctor who will pass on the pre- scription information to the new pharmacy. These companies also offer devices such as inhalers, diabetes testing supplies, and creams.
MARCH 2022—CONTACT 570-253-1220
TO REGISTER
The Community Hubs Task Force reorganized at the end of 2021 as two new Co-Chairs took over the reins. Holly Przasnyski serves as Executive Director of the Chamber of the Northern Poconos, and Mik- ki Uzupes is the Digital Media Specialist for the County. Together, they bring unique perspectives to the concept of Community Hubs and to how they can function in the larger society.
Their first order of business has been to draw distinction between the Community Hubs Task Force, and its mission to create a connective network to serve the needs of the community, and the community hub spaces that are popping up in Hawley, Newfoundland and Hamlin. To that end, they created a brand for this connective tissue:
"WT! Connex, A business, education & community network for Wayne County, PA"
“It was necessary to draw a line between Community Hubs, the Task Force, and community hubs, the spaces,” said Mikki Uzupes. “It was confusing to our partners, it was confusing to the public, and frankly, it was confusing to our funders.”
“Community hubs are physical spaces,” said Holly Przasnyski, “and often the conversation about ‘What do you need?’ comes down to a safe place where young and old can gather. Yet as a Task Force, we are also interested in how these spaces can communicate . . . with each other and the wider world.”
WT! Connex will be the connective tissue that brings all these spaces, where they may produce their own programming to add to the offerings, or simply make the services available to those who would like to participate.
“That’s up to the community,” said Uzupes. “We are here to convene, guide and eventually equip each area to join the others in helping local businesses thrive, helping students of all ages to learn, keeping people healthy and getting them connected.”
Community Hubs Distinguishes Projects from Programs
1. Winter Book Club— (January 2022 through March 2022)—Read away the winter months.
A. For each book you read, receive a small prize once you drop off or mail in a one-sentence review of the book.
B. Accept the library challenge to read a classic, read a book about animals, or read a book about someone you
would like to meet and turn in your one-sentence book review, select a book from our book sale.
C. All book reviews will be entered for a grand prize of an Amazon gift card drawing on March 31, 2022
2. 2022 Seasons of Spice (Grab & Go)—January thru March pick up a spice and recipe each month at the li-
brary. Make that recipe or use your own recipe. Email a comment or photo about the spice.
3. Creative Writing (January thru March)—If you want to become a better writer, the best thing you can do
is practice writing every day. For the months of January thru March we will provide writing prompts, reviews,
suggestions about your writing, a sharing or works and encouragement at the end of each month.
4. Painting with Debby--March 2—Contour drawing (pencil); March 16---Gesture (ink); April 27—Memory
drawing (pencil); May 4—Line, shape and color (acrylic paint); May 11—Imagination drawing (pencils, markers
& watercolor); May 25th—Five senses (collage). All sessions are stand alone. Masks are required. $5.00 fee to
help with supply costs.
Tax Preparation Services at No Charge
Due to COVID-19, AARP volunteers provided a limited one day a week drop-off tax preparation service.
If you were unable to schedule an appointment at the Honesdale Senior Center, VITA (Volunteer Income
Tax Assistance) volunteers may be able to help you. This program is for households and senior citizens
from Northeast PA that have income of $57,000 or less. In addition to the appointments at the Keyser Valley
Community Center in Scranton, VITA is staffing mobile locations for seniors 65 and older and for those with mobil-
ity issues. Locations are in Carbondale, Clarks Summit, Hawley and Moscow. To schedule an appointment,
please go to www.uwlc.net or dial 211 (the United Way’s helpline).
Additionally, The University of Scranton has set up a drop-off system in Scranton—for more information, please call (570) 941-4045.
EMERGENCY/INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY If the schools are closed for inclement weather which affects roads and travel, the Senior Centers, Home Delivered Meals and County Transportation System will not operate. Wayne Highlands School District: ALL Centers closed. Western Wayne School District only: Hamlin Center closed. Wallenpaupack School District only: Hawley Center & Adult Day program closed. If the schools are closed for other reasons (i.e. power outages), a determination will be made if the Centers, Home Delivered Meals and Transportation will operate. This will be announced on local radio (Bold Gold Media), TV (WBRE) and the County website (www.waynecountypa.gov) as early in the morning as possible, no later than 7:00 am. If the schools have a delay for inclement weather, the Senior Centers and Home De- livered Meals will work a normal schedule with no delay. Transportation will attempt to run as close to schedule as possible. PLEASE NOTE: The only time the offices will close is when the Courthouse closes. Home Delivered Meals may not be delivered if clients’ sidewalks or driveways are not clear. Transportation may cancel your ride if the local roads are not plowed or safe to transport – even if they are open/operating during in- clement weather or questionable road conditions. A determination will be made on a case by case basis. *Early closing of schools will be considered on a case by case basis.*
Production Coordina- tor: Kathy Robbins
Menu Coordinator: Lynn Potter, RD LDN
Editor: Suzanne Putzi
323 Tenth Street
Honesdale, PA 18431
570-253-4262 / 570-253-9115 fax
Elder Abuse/Protective Services:
800-648-9620
Honesdale Center: Earl J. Simons Center, 323 10th Street, Honesdale, PA 18431, 570-253-4262/570-253-9115 fax. Locat- ed at end of 10th St. across from Old Stone Jail.
Hamlin Center: Salem Tow nsh ip Bu i ld ing , 15 Township Bldg. Rd, Route 590, Hamlin, PA 18427 570-689-3766 // 570- 689-5002 fax, Route 191 South to Hamlin 4 corners, turn right onto 590 West, go 1/2 mile, turn right after UPS sign
Hawley Center: Rober t J. Drake Sen ior Communi ty Center, 337 “A” Park Place, Bingham Park, Hawley, PA 18428, 570-226-4209 / 570-226-3422 fax. Route 6 to Haw- ley, past ball field across from Mayor's office, just before bridge, left onto Park St.
Northern Wayne/Lakewood Satellite Center located at: Northern Wayne Fire Company, 1663 Crosstown Highway, Lakewood, PA 18439 570-798-2335 (fire co #) November- February Events — 1st Thursday only Events March-October - 1st & 3rd Thursday. For reservations, please call Marie at 570- 253-4262
Transportation: 323 10th Street, Honesdale, PA 18431; 8:00 AM—4:00 PM www.waynecountypa.gov go to "Human Services" click on "Transportation" 570-253-4280; out of 253 exchange 1-800-662-0780
Wayne County Veterans Affairs Representative: 323 10th Street, Honesdale, PA 18431; For an appointment call 570-253-- 5970, ext. 3114 or email: va@waynecountypa.gov
The Wayne County Adult Day Program - Hawley Center
Robert J. Drake Senior Community Center 337 “B” Park
Place, Bingham Park, Hawley, PA 18428 We are accepting
applications for new participants. Please call: 570-390-7388;
fax 570-390-4564
necting people to services in Wayne County.
Get Connected / Get Help Dial 211 OR 1-855-567-5341
Website: pa211ne.org Text your zip code to: 898211