A monthly newsletter published by the

CHATHAM SENIOR CENTER www.chathamcoa.com

193 Stony Hill Road • Chatham, Massachusetts 02633 • [508] 945-5190

Mandi Speakman, Director SEPTEMBER 2016 Vol. 46 No. 9

From The Directors Desk…You Asked For It & Here it is-A New Exercise Class!

FIT, FUN & FALL FREE! Sept. 20

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Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30am-10:30 am

The FIT, FUN & FALL FREE exercise program is a combination of strength, flexibility and balance exercises but will also incorporate a little “fun”. The “fun” portion will include simple dance steps for balance and coordination. According to the National Institute for Health, “studies show that exercise is important for promoting good health, functional independ-ence, and quality of life in older adults”. This exercise program being offered through the VNA of Cape Cod. Each session will run for 6 weeks with classes meeting for an hour, twice a week. To maximize the benefit of the classes, participants are asked to commit to attending twice a week. A Medical Release is necessary prior to participation. This session is free to participants, space is limited. Please call the Chatham COA at 508-945-5190 to register.

Comedian Tom Walsh Monday

Sept. 12, 2016 at 12pm Lunch & Show

Followed by The Best of Johnny Carson

Join Tom as he takes your

mind off all your worries and shows you that “laughter is the best medicine” for curing all ills. Bring a friend, or come and make a new friend, and enjoy an afternoon of laughter and happiness. On the Menu will be Poached Salmon over Mixed Greens with a Cucumber Dill Sauce, Lemony Hummus & Crostini and for dessert: Seasonal Fruit Cobbler

Tickets $9—Reservations Required Transportation Available

Call the COA at 508-945-5190

Friday, Sept. 9th, 2016 at 12pm

Come to the COA where Sgt. Massey from the

Chatham Police Department will show you how to

take your run of the mill baked potato and turn it

into a culinary masterpiece! Choose from a plethora

of toppings! So join us at our five star potato bar

where once you top you won't stop! We will be

having entertainment by Douglas Fields & Company

who will be playing Mandolin Guitar in a mixture of

musical themes such as blues Bluegrass ballads etc.

Don’t miss out on the fun, reserve your

spot today! Tickets $5, Reservations Required

Call 508-945-5190

Transportation Available

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MONDAY LUNCHEON at the Chatham COA Café ~ Noon

EAT IN or TAKE OUT Reservations required by the Friday before: 508-945-5190

Enjoy SomeEnjoy Some

Soup To Go Soup To Go

$4/Pint

Available through the week

while supplies last.

Heat and enjoy at

home, or stock up your

freezer!

September 12th Corn Chowder

September 19th White Bean, Tomato & Greens Stew

September 26th Butternut Squash Bisque

Please see the COA

receptionist for assistance.

September 12th-Lunch & Show $9 Poached Salmon over Mixed Greens with a Cucumber

Dill Sauce, Lemony Hummus and Crostini Dessert: Seasonal Fruit Cobbler

September 19th

Chicken Picatta with an Orzo, Tomato and Spinach Salad Dessert: Caramel Ice Cream Sundae

September 26th

Butternut Squash and Kale Lazy Lasagna, Classic Caesar Salad Dessert: Sorbet and Cookies

COA Café Gourmet LunchCOA Café Gourmet Lunch

Includes bread basket, entrée, beverage & dessert

Reservations for Lunch and Programs can be made at the COA office or by calling 508-945-5190.

If you have a food allergy please advise the office when making

your reservations and the Chef prior to being seated.

MOVIE MONDAYS at the COA CINEMA -FREE!

Call the COA for reservations at 508-945-5190 -Transportation is available.

Monday, September 19, 2016—”HELLO MY NAME IS DORIS” - R—1hr. 35min. When Doris Miller meets John Fremont, her company's hip new art director, sparks fly-at least for Doris. In the cluttered house she shared with her late mother, Doris mines the Internet for information on her one-and-only, guided by the 13-year-old granddaughter of her best pal Roz. Eager for all the experiences she has missed out on, Doris throws caution to the wind and follows her heart for the very first time. Stars: Sally Field, Max Greenfield, Tyne Daly

A D U L T CO L O R IN G C O N T ES T GO IN G O N NO W U N T IL O C TO B ER 3 1S T ! !

ADULT GROUP COLORING -EVERY FRIDAY FROM 10AM –NOON OR STOP

IN ANYTIME. We will have materials out in the library starting in

September for you to come in and color anytime!

Call the Chatham COA at 508-945-5190 to sign up.

Why should the kids have all the fun! Our adult coloring contest started

in August and runs through the end of October. We will be displaying all

our participants work for everyone to vote. The lucky winner will receive

a Cozy Warm Fall Blanket Throw, a Pumpkin Scented Candle, Luxury

French Hand & Body Wash -Sweet Almond Scent, Harry & David Moose

Tracks Popcorn and a Chatham COA Cloth Grocery Bag! It’s FREE and FUN! COME AND GIVE IT A TRY!

WE SUPPLY ALL THE MATERIALS.

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AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM -SEPTEMBER 19TH, 2016 Cars have changed. So have traffic rules, driving conditions, and the roads you travel every day. Even the most experienced drivers can benefit from brushing up on their driving skills. The AARP Smart Driver Course, offered by AARP Driver Safety, is the nation’s largest driver safety course and is designed especially for drivers age 50 and older. By taking the AARP Smart Driver Course you’ll learn the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques, and how to operate your vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving envi-

ronment. You may be eligible to receive a multi-year auto insurance discount upon completing the course (consult your insurance agent for details). AARP membership is not required to take the course and there are no tests to pass. The fee is $15 for AARP members/$20 for non-members. The course will run from 10-3 pm with a break for lunch. Bring a lunch or purchase lunch at the COA for $7, on the menu will be Chicken Picatta with an Orzo, Tomato and Spinach Salad, Dessert: Caramel Ice Cream Sundae. Space is limited, so register for the program and/or lunch by calling (508) 945-5190.

DAYTRIP- SENIOR DAY AT WHOLE FOODS & TRADER JOE’S Wednesday, September 21st, 2016

The Chatham COA will be offering transportation to and from Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s on Sept. 21st. Seniors are invited to visit the Whole Food’s store for a variety of different events, samplings and educational classes. The van makes a second stop at

Trader Joe’s in Hyannis. The event begins at 10am; the COA van will leave Chatham at 9am. Reservations required, call the COA at 508-945-5190. Space is limited.

DAYTRIP-WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH, 2016 DESTINATION ORLEANS

1st Stop-The French Cable Station Museum is located in Orleans, MA, and contains an historic collection of Atlantic undersea telegraphic cables, instruments, maps, and assorted memorabilia. We will be given a private tour. 2nd Stop-The Knack-as described by Cape Cod Times: “Every so often you come across a business that is doing every single thing right. The Knack in

Orleans is one such place. Brothers Van and Michael Haidas decided to perfect the Cape Cod roadside stand and the choices they have made say a lot about the type of people they are. Every single thing on the menu is handmade in house using the best local ingredients they can find.” Final Stop-Leave room for dessert, we will head over to the Local Scoop for make your own Sundaes!! Cost: Museum –Donations Accepted. Lunch and Dessert at your own cost. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Transportation is FREE! Space is limited. Call the COA at 508-945-5190 to register. Bus Departs the COA at 10am.

DAYTRIP– WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH, 2016 1

ST STOP– WHYDAH PIRATE MUSEUM- Experience Cape Cod’s newest

interactive science museum featuring real pirates and real treasures! A must-see attraction for all ages where you will touch, see and interact with the world’s only authenticated pirate treasure, discovered in 1984 off the coast of Wellfleet.

2ND

STOP– CAPTAIN PARKERS PUB —Famous for their Award Winning Clam Chowder. They also offer time honored American classic fare served with a beautiful view. COST: Museum Admission

$12.50. Lunch and Dessert at your own cost. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Transportation is FREE! Space is limited. Call the COA at 508-945-5190 to register. Bus Departs the COA at 10am.

Harwich Council on Aging has Ping Pong Tables and players for anyone who would like to join them and play for free; experience an asset but not necessary. They have 4 tables available and approximately 8 current players who love the sport and would love some company from any seniors around the Cape to join them! If you play/enjoy the game of Ping Pong and would like to visit their center to play and perhaps later on even join them for a fun Ping Pong Tournament, please call 508-430-7550, ext. 10 and leave the Harwich COA Director, Barbara-Anne Foley a message with your name and phone number.

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September is Fire Safety Month Older Adults are at the Greatest Risk for Fire Death. Older adults, those age 65 and above, accounted for 14% of the population, but 36% of the fire deaths in 2015. They were nearly two and a half times as likely to die in a fire. Working Smoke Alarms in 15% of Senior Fire Deaths Of the 20 senior fire deaths in 2015, 15% were in homes that either had no smoke alarms or had alarms that did not operate. Install smoke alarms on every level and outside each sleeping area. If you cannot install one yourself, call a friend or your

local fire department. Replace the batteries twice a year and test each one once a month. Smoke alarms themselves need to be replaced every ten

years. Alarms cannot guarantee escape; they can only provide early warning. It is important to make and practice a home escape

plan. Keep these three essential items by your bedside: your eyeglasses, a telephone, and a whistle. Eyeglasses will help you see

and avoid injury as you escape a fire. The whistle will alert other household members to the fire and rescuers to your location. The telephone will allow you to phone for help if you cannot escape through a door.

Do you need a smoke alarm, carbon monoxide detector or batteries? Did you know bed shaker alarms are available for the hearing impaired? Do you need assistance changing the batteries or installing new alarms?

Call COA Outreach for more information 508-945-5190.

PRESENTATION Monday, September 26th at 1pm

SHINE NEWS….OPEN ENROLLMENT IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER SO DON’T DELAY!

Medicare’s Part C (Medicare Advantage Plan) and Part D (Prescription Drug Plan) Annual Open Enrollment (October 15 – December 7) will be here before you know it and it is very important to review your Medicare options during this period. You will receive a notice from your Prescription Drug or Medicare Advantage (HMO, PPO) Plan in September. Make sure you read this notice- it will explain the changes (premiums, copays, tiers) to your plan for 2017.

During the Annual Open Enrollment (October 15 - December 7), you will have a chance to CHANGE your plan. This change takes effect January 1, 2017. SHINE Counselors can help you understand your plan’s changes, screen you for assistance programs and discuss other options you may have. If you do not change your plan during this period you may have to stay with your existing plan for another whole year. (Note: the open enrollment may not affect those with retiree coverage).

DO NOT WAIT UNTIL IT’S TOO LATE- Appointments fill up fast! Call the COA at 508-945-5190 and make an appointment with a SHINE counselor for this year’s open enrollment. Make sure you bring the list or bottles of your current medications to the appointment and if you are a couple, please ask for 2 appointments.

Why not join us before the program for lunch?

For $7 the menu includes: Butternut Squash and Kale

Lazy Lasagna Classic Caesar Salad

Dessert: Sorbet and Cookies

Reservations Required for Lunch & the Program. Transportation Available.

Call 508-945-5190

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FUEL ASSISTANCE RECERTIFICATIONS

Yes, it is that time of year again! If you have previously applied and been awarded Fuel Assistance, please

be on the lookout for the beige recertification form you will be receiving in the mail. Please complete this

form and return to South Shore Community Action Council with all supporting documents. If you have

questions or need assistance with this form please contact the Chatham COA at

508-945-5190 for an appointment.

The sooner this recertification process is completed, the sooner your funds will be awarded.

FALL COMPUTER CLASSES– COLIN CAMBELL COMPUTER SCHOOL AT 193 Stony Hill Road, Chatham, MA 02633 Open to residents of ANY town!

Call 508-945-5190 for information or to register.

COURSE Instructor DATE & TIME COST

iPad Beginner Plus—We will start with very basic functions and move to use of email, Facetime, Safari browser, taking photos, printing and student request-ed topics. Each student will be given a booklet re-garding topics covered and will also be provided with information on a free on-line learning site for them to work with at home.

Bill Jordan Thursday, Sept. 22, 2016 9-12pm Thursday, Sept. 29, 2016 9-12pm (2) 3 hour sessions.

$30

iPhone Beginner Plus-We will start with very basic functions and move to use of the iPhone to make and receive calls, send messages and email, Facetime, Safari browser, taking photos, and student requested topics. Each student will be given a booklet regarding topics covered, and will also be provided with information on a free on-line learning site for them to work with at home.

Bill Jordan Thursday, Oct. 13, 2016 9-12 pm Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016 9-12pm (2) 3 hour sessions.

$30

LOOKING TO HELP YOUR NEIGHBORS? - THE FISH PROGRAM IN CHATHAM IS IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERS.

We need drivers and dispatchers. Drivers do just that—drive Chatham residents to

medical appointments. You are free to drive as frequently or in-frequently as you wish.

Dispatchers are “On Duty” 4 hours, one day a month. They make themselves available

from their own homes to connect the need to the appropriate driver.

If you would like further information OR are ready to volunteer for either of these

opportunities please call Jean Williams at 508-945-4950.

C OA Library Corner

The Council on Aging and the Friends of the Council on Aging are grateful for the new custom made library sign-out table, which will make it easier and more efficient for our patrons to borrow books. It was possible to have it done with the expert skill of the Chatham-Harwich Newcomers Woodworker Group and funding from the Women’s Club of Chatham. Pictured: Chatham-Harwich Newcomers Woodworkers Group (Pictured left to right: Rich Clifford, Steve Patzman, Charlie Curtiss, Bob Labrecque)

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Social Activities Call 508-945-5190 to sign up

Monday Café Gourmet Lunch: Noon; $7 dine in or

take out. Reservations required by Friday before.

Soup-to-go, $4/pint while supplies last.

ESCCI Luncheon: Tue & Thu 11:30am, call 508-945-1783 at

least one day ahead to sign up. $2 donation suggested.

COA Cinema: 9/19 “Hello My Name Is Doris”-9/15—1pm –

R 1hr 35min

Men’s Discussion Group: Thursdays at 9:30am

“Busy Fingers” Knit, Crochet & Needlework Group:

Thursdays at 1:30pm

Bridge: Thursdays at 12:30 pm

Cribbage: Tuesdays at 12:30pm

Scrabble: Mon & Fri, 9am

Women’s Wisdom: 9/28 4th Wednesday of Month

Free Lending Library: Self-service at the COA

Low Cost Greeting Card Shop and Used Book Sale:

pay at the front office

Transportation for Chatham Residents Chatham COA van rides for Medical Appointments:

48 hours minimum notice required. Call 508-945-5190.

Chatham COA van rides for lunch: for Mon, call

508-945-5190; for Tue & Thu lunch call 508-945-1783

at least one day ahead to sign up.

Chatham COA van rides for local errands & food

shopping: Subject to availability. Call COA 48 hours

ahead to sign up.

Chatham COA van rides to the Orleans COA

Supportive Day Program: Call COA for details.

Other Transportation Resources Cape Cod RTA: DART (Dial a Ride Transportation). Reservations between 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri. Call 1-800-352-7155.

Cape Cod RTA, Boston Area Hospitals: For information & reservations call 1-800-352-7155, Mon-Fri, 8 am-5 pm.

FISH Transportation: Medical appointments only, for Chatham residents. Call Monday-Friday between 9:30-1:30 at 508-945-4611. Provide at least 48 hours’ notice.

Nauset Neighbors: A membership organization where “One Call Does It All.” Call 508-514-7067.

Quick Peek: Your COA Monthly Offerings

Health Care Offerings Call 508-945-5190 for appointment Blood Pressure Screening: Every Wed 9-11am, FREE Foot Care: Friday 9/9 8-3:30pm. $30, Home visit $50 Hearing Screenings: 9/28 2pm FREE call for information 508-945-5190

Legal Services Call 508-945-5190 for appointment Thomas Kosman 9/7 - (housing, government benefits, health law, guardianship, reverse mortgage, consumer issues) Michael Lavender 9/15 - (trusts, wills, estate planning)

Free Caregiver Support AFCSC Group with Molly Perdue 1st & 3rd Thursday of

each month, 2-3:30pm. Call to register (508-945-5190)

Hope Caregiver Support Group Hope Dementia &

Alzheimer’s, 2nd & 4th Tue. monthly,

2-3:30pm. Call to register. (508-945-5190)

Caregivers Support Group in conjunction with Elder

Services of CC&I, 2nd & 4th Wed. monthly,

11-12:30pm. Call for information. (508-945-5190)

Caregiver Support Group at Liberty Commons:

Tue., 1:30-2:30pm; Drop-ins welcome; 508-945-4611.

COA Outreach: Call COA at 508-945-5190.

LGBT Caregiver Support Group at Orleans COA;

call 508-255-6333, ext. 16.

Other Support Services New-Stroke Support Group—2nd Thursday Monthly at

Liberty Commons. Call Jerilyn Lemont 508-945-4611

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Neuropathy Support Group– call 860-912-3111

SHINE—Serving the Health Information Needs of Elders,

Wed. am by appointment call 508-945-5190.

Parkinson’s Support Group—10am on 3rd Weds.

Monthly at St. Christopher's Church. All are welcome. Call

Betty Magnusson at 508-945-1106 for more info.

Vision Impaired Technology Assistance at the Library (VITAL) -is available at the Brooks Free Library in Harwich. This program offers free one-on-one instructions in the use of their access software programs to individuals with sight loss. The VITAL resource area contains brochures, handouts and catalogs of special interest to people with vision impairment. Please contact the Brooks Free Library for more information at 508-430-7562.

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT… Deer Ticks: “One Bite Can Change Your Life…”

Presenter: Larry Dapis—Cape Cod Cooperative Extension AVAILABLE ON THE COA WEBSITE UNDER THE HOT TOPICS –NEWS YOU CAN USE TAB

“Caregiver Demands and Needs: Resources”-Personal Planning Committee Forum

September 22, 3:30PM—St. Christopher’s Parish Hall Presented by the St. Christopher’s Personal Planning Committee and the Chatham Council On Aging. Open to members of St. Christopher’s parish and residents of the Chatham community.

Recent surveys by the Chatham COA and St. Christopher’s Church have shown that a major concern of Chatham residents is dealing with loved ones in failing health. The purpose of this session is to clarify resources available through our COA and local health care facilities.

Speakers include Chatham COA Outreach; David Maloney RN, Director of Broadreach Hospice; Allen Ward MD, Director of Palliative Care at Liberty Commons. Program is free; no registration is required. Location is at St. Christopher’s Parish Hall. Questions may be directed to the church office 945-2832 or 945-1033.

MUSIC MAY HELP WITH RECOVERY AFTER SURGERY April 2016 Mayo Clinic Health Letter. Volume 34 #4

Researchers report that music may be a convenient, safe, and inexpensive way to help recover after an operation. Quite a few studies have sought to evaluate the soothing power of music in the surgical arena. To get a broader look at the evidence, investigators from the United Kingdom reviewed more than 70 randomized controlled trials – these are generally the most rigorous type of studies – in which music was played before, during or after a surgical procedure.

The overall results show that music played at any time---but particularly before a procedure—can lessen the pain and anxiety people often feel after the procedure. It can also reduce the need for pain relievers and improve a person’s satisfaction level. Music was effective even for people who were asleep (under general anesthesia) during surgery. One thing music didn’t do was make a difference in the length of the hospital stay.

The collection of studies reviewed was fairly heterogeneous, meaning that the parameters used for individual studies varied quite a bit from one to the next. In other words, it’s hard to be sure if the benefits of music apply equally to every procedural scenario. Overall, the authors concluded that there was enough research to recommend that music be an option for anyone undergoing surgery.

The next time you need to have a medical procedure done, consider asking your doctor or surgeon whether you can bring headphones and your favorite music. It just might help make the experience all the more bearable.

Note: I had to have a test recently and they offered headphones and a choice of music. It helped me, maybe it will help you.

Dee Yeater RN BA. Public Health Nurse

SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Wednesday, September 14th, 2pm at the COA

If you were born in the month of September (or August and missed the joint party in July) and reside in Chatham we hope you will join us at the COA for our monthly Birthday celebration. Guests are encouraged. Transportation is available. Call 508-945-5190 to register.

Remember to check the expiration date on your driver’s license!

ALZHEIMER’S EDUCATION SERIES FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS

This is a three part workshop for new caregivers to learn about: Disease Progression, Managing Behaviors, Communication Strategies. The three part series is offered at the Chatham COA on Tuesdays: September 13th , September 20th and September 27th from 11:00 am—12:30pm. There is no charge, but space is limited. Registration is required. Contact 508-775-5656 or Info@HopeDementia.org.

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Printing and Postage for the FLASH are generously provided by the Friends of the Chatham Council On Aging and a grant from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs.

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ORLEANS MA PERMIT NO. 32

Chatham COA Board Carole DeChristopher, Chairman Joe Gagliano, Vice Chairman David Speciale, Secretary Audrey Gray Betty Magnusson Barbara Segall Barbara Waters

Friends of the Chatham COA John Poignand, President Betsey Stevens, Vice President Bernie Pfeifer, MD, Treasurer Mal Ward, Secretary Dan Brown Sal Gionfriddo Judy Hanlon Edie Hoyda Jill James John Rafferty

Chatham COA Staff Mandi Speakman, Director Eva Souza, Outreach/Volunteer Coordinator Stephanie Shea, Outreach Coordinator Kathy Carucci, Program Coordinator Shawn Grunwald, Secretary Nancy Michniewicz, Receptionist

Chatham Council On Aging & Senior Center 193 Stony Hill Road, Chatham MA 02633 508 945-5190, Fax 508 945-5198, www.chathamccoa.com

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COA DISCLAIMER

The Chatham Council on Aging (COA) promotes programs and opportunities for patrons of the Chatham Senior Center to receive legal, financial, medical, recreational and other services or activities by volunteers or nominal cost practitioners. Seniors participating in these services or activities do so with the understanding that the COA, the Town of Chatham and/or its employees do not assume any legal or other responsibility for any advice or services rendered by such volunteers or nominal cost practitioners.

MISSION STATEMENT Established in 1974, the Chatham Council on Aging (COA) is your local community resource for older persons and their caregivers. The COA identifies the needs of Seniors in the community and works toward developing, coordinating and promoting programs and services to meet these needs. Our mission is to enhance the dignity, support the independence and promote the general health and wellbeing of Chatham’s older adults.

SUPPORT YOUR FRIENDS OF CHATHAM COA! Please make checks payable to: The Friends of Chatham COA

193 Stony Hill Road, Chatham MA 02633 Donations to the Friends of Chatham COA are tax-deductible.

Your Support is Greatly Appreciated. Thank You!

Name_________________________________________________________________Telephone______________________________ Address_____________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Friends of the Chatham Council on Aging is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that exists for the sole purpose of supporting the programming and the services of the Chatham COA. Since our inception in 1978, we have subsidized adult education classes, legal services, caregiver support, health screenings/education, transportation, monthly birthday parties for Chatham residents 60+ and much more. Through fundraising and volunteer support, the Friends supplements and fills the gaps in funding the COA receives from the Town of Chatham and grantors.