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Transcript of FiftyForward College Grove September 2014 newsletter
The Beatles weren’t singing
about Medicare in 1967, when they rec-
orded “When I’m 64.” Nevertheless,
now that we are 64, matters like health
care decisions and financial planning
have become a huge priority.
Our upcoming series of “When
I’m 64” seminars approaches these is-
sues head-on. They include:
Sept. 25 - Medicare Educational
Event with TN State Health Insur-
ance Program (SHIP)
Oct. 9 - Planning for the Future
Brings Peace of Mind with elder
law attorney, Barbara Moss
Oct. 30 - BINGO hosted by Stacey
Clayton, a local senior health insur-
ance broker with HealthTN.com.
TBA: SHIP returns to facilitate
Medicare enrollment
You need not be 64 to learn
children, nieces and nephews — anyone
who will find this information helpful.
We are delighted to announce
that Tennessean columnist, Mary
Hance, will be our featured speaker at
Birthday Potluck this month.
Better known to most of us as
“Ms. Cheap,” Mary has shared saving
tips with us since 1994. Reflecting on
the past two decades, Mary offered
“takeaways from Ms. Cheap after 20
years on the cheap beat,” including:
Nothing is a bargain unless you
need it.
“Cheap” is not a dirty word.
Being cheap just to be cheap doesn’t
get it.
Join us for more sage advice
from Ms. Cheap this September 17th.
Lunch is at 11:30, and Mary will speak
at noon.
The Center provides the main
course. Please bring a side dish.
Did you know that Charlotte almost became Tennessee’s state capitol? The Red Hats will
head for the town square in Charlotte this September 24th, where they will tour the court house
(the longest working court house in the state), see the historic Presbyterian Church, and stop by
an Amish grocery. Of course they’ll have lunch someplace good!
The van will leave the center at 10 am. Van fee is $8.
1 Center closed
for Labor Day
11 Jewelry Sale
at Williamson
Medical Center
11 United Way
Day of Caring
12 Center closed
for Staff Retreat
9 Bob Ross
Painting Workshop
17 Birthday Potluck
Ms. Cheap
18 Trip to Hohenwald
24 Red Hat Society
25 Lunch & Program
Medicare 101
30 Flu Shot Clinic
CLOSING ANNOUNCEMENTS Sept. 1 - The Center will be closed for Labor Day holiday
Sept. 12 - The Center will be closed for Staff Retreat
Sept. 23-26 - The GYM will be closed to refinish the floors
HELP CHILDREN SUCCEED! Friends Learning in Pairs (FLIP) is seeking volunteers 55 and
older to tutor elementary school students in reading and math. Tutors
spend two hours a week during school hours tutoring at a school near
their home. Training, ma-
terials and staff support are
provided.
If you are interest-
ed, contact Michele Clark,
FLIP coordinator at:
615.860.7180 or
FLIP is a program
of RSVP and FiftyForward.
The Elephant Sanctuary in
Hohenwald was founded in 1995
and is the nation’s largest habitat
refuge developed spe-
cifically for African
and Asian elephants.
It is operated as a true
sanctuary and is not
open to the public.
They do have a
Welcome Center, however, where
we will enjoy photo exhibits, learn
more about their resident ele-
phants, and watch live streaming
videos of the elephants in the hab-
itat.
Weather permitting, after
the Sanctuary, we’ll pick up a to-
go lunch in Hohenwald and head
for the nearby Meriwether Lewis
Park. We’ll have a picnic in the
park, visit the mon-
ument at the ex-
plorer’s grave and
see exhibits in a log
cabin near the site
of Grinder’s Stand,
the inn where he
last stayed.
The park is on the Natchez
Trace Parkway, so we’ll likely
take the scenic route along the
Sound like fun? Join us!
The van will leave the Center at
9:30. Van fee is $9.
Sarah
The Quilting
Group is motivat-
ed! In addition to
their regular
meeting time on
first and third
Wednesdays be-
tween 1 and 3,
they have decided
to meet every
Thursday morn-
ing from 9 to 10!
Walgreens will hold a Flu Shot Clinic at the Center on Tuesday,
Sept. 30 from 9:30 until 11 am.
When you sign up, please give your Date of Birth and Social
Security number to Libby. Walgreens needs this information before the
clinic. If they require ad-
ditional information, Lib-
by will ask you for it.
Williamson County
Medical Center is holding its
semi-annual jewelry sale this
month — and we are going on
Thursday, Sept. 11.
The van will leave the
Center at 9 am. Van fee is $5.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 25
We launch our “When I’m 64” series
with a seminar on Medicare from TN State
Health Insurance Program (SHIP).
SHIP Coordinator, Shauna Hammonds,
will provide essential information about Medicare and answer the
most frequently asked questions, including:
What is the difference between Medicare Parts A, B. C and D?
How do I know which Parts I need? And how do I enroll?
Do I need a prescription drug plan? And how can I determine
which plan will work best for me?
What is the difference between a Medicare Advantage Plan and
a Medigap policy? And how can I tell which one I need?
How can I compare the different plans and policies to choose
the one that makes the most sense for me?
This educational event will also be helpful for people
already enrolled in Medicare who need to make changes and want
to make an informed decision.
The beauty of hosting SHIP is that the information they offer
is unbiased. As a state agency, SHIP doesn’t work on commission.
They are not trying to sell anyone anything.
FiftyForward presents
Senior Day at the State Fair on
Tuesday, Sept. 9.
We will not be taking
the van , but there will be lots of
fun activities to enjoy.
9:40 FAM Clowns
10:00
10:20 Hedrick’s Racing Pigs
10:40 FAM Clowns
11:30
If you plan to go, you
might check out the poster on
the program table for additional
details.
CAN YOU LEGGO OF YOUR LEGOS? We would like to set up a Lego table. Will you please donate any generic pieces or kits
left over from your children, grandchildren, or other family members? Thank you very much!
BOB ROSS PAINTING WORKSHOP
Take home a finished oil painting at the end of class!
Tuesday, Sept. 9: 1 to 3 pm
Instructor: Liz Farar
Class fee: $20 members $23 non-members
(Cost includes all supplies)
QUILTING BEE
Every Thursday morning: 9 to 10 am
WRITING, ETC.
A safe place to share your writing,
whether poetry or
fact or fiction.
First and third Thursdays:
Sept. 4 and 18 1 to 3 pm.
Members: no fee
Non-members: $24 per year
AT FIFTYFORWARD
September selection is
The Kitchen Boy:
A Novel of the Last Tsar
by Robert Alexander
Tuesday, Sept. 16 9 am
BIBLE CLASS
A study of the Old Testament book of Joshua begins.
Class meets second and fourth Tuesdays.
Sept. 9 and 23: 9:30 until 11 a.m.
Instructor: Frances Greathouse
AEROBICS
Mondays & Wednesdays: 9 a.m.
Fridays: 8:30 a.m.
YOGA
Mondays & Wednesdays: 9:45 a.m.
Fridays: 9:15 a.m.
POSTURE THERAPY
Mondays & Wednesdays
10:30 a.m.
Instructor: Kelley Shannon
Members: $3 per class
Non-members: $5 per class
MASSAGE
Licensed Massage Therapist
Kathy McFarlane
has years of experience serving mature adults.
Wednesdays by appointment
Members: $45 Non-members: $60
LINE DANCING
Beginners and experienced line dancers learn the
latest and hottest line dances while getting
a great cardio workout.
Fridays: 10 to 11:30
Dance Instructors: Sam and Shirley Kirtley
Assistant Instructor: Cathy Smotherman
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
A support group for primary caregivers who would
like a safe place to discuss their unique challenges.
Friday, Sept. 26 9 am
Facilitator: Sylvia Couch
BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS
Every other Thursday at 10 am
Sponsor: Willowbrook
Library Associate: Betty Kirkeminde 368.3222
Hours: M-W-R-F: 9 to 5 Tuesday: 11 to 7
Pre-School Story Time: Thursdays at 10
Let your child read to a dog! Thursdays at 4
* No programs Thursday, Sept. 25
Sept. 18 at 10 am:
The Nashville Ballet presents
a one-person version of
Swan Lake
It is the mission of FiftyForward to enrich the lives of adults 50 and over
by providing pathways to health, well-being and lifelong learning.
Hours:
Center Director:
Program Director/Newsletter Editor:
Program Associate:
Williamson County FLIP Coordinator:
Williamson County Care Manager:
Phone: 368.7093 or 368.7278 Fax: 368.7935 Email: [email protected]
Monday through Friday 8 am to 3 pm
Sarah Stephens
Libby C. Beeson
Pat Connelly
615.376.4332
Jennifer Broadrick/376.4334
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8607 Horton Highway
P.O. Box 223
College Grove, TN 37046 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
FUN & GAMES CANASTA
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 10 am to 3 pm
BRIDGE
Mondays: 10:30 am to 2:30 pm
POKER
Wednesdays: 11 am to 1 pm
Pool, Pedro, Scrabble, Rummikub, Skip-bo
and other games daily.