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Wilmington Senior Center901 N. Market Street

Wilmington, DE 19802302) 651-3400

[email protected]

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

Non-Profit OrganizationU.S. PostagePAIDWilmington, DEPermit No. 430

WILMINGTON SENIOR CENTERCITY STYLES THRIFT SHOP

1900 Tatnall Street

Open Monday-Friday, 9:00-1:00Proceeds from the Village Thrift Shop

benefit programs and services for seniors.

Bring your donations to the Thrift Shop orcall 651-3400 to arrange pickup of donations

and to volunteer.

A Community for Life!

February 2014 Happenings

WSC will be closed February 17for Presidents Day

WSC will be closed February 24for an All Staff Meeting.

However, AARP Tax Assistance willcontinue as scheduled.

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Call 302.651.3420 or

302.651.3460

for more information

and to register

Wilmingtons premiere resource for older adults, caregivers and families

1901 N. Market Street, Wilmington, DE 19802 302.651.3400 www.wilmingtonseniorcenter.org

CAREGIVER

SUPPORTGROUP2nd Thursday of the month

from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m.,

beginning February 13th

The group will be facilitated by

Heather Steuer,Community Education Coordinator

from Delaware Hospice.

Join others to talk about your

experiences as a caregiver:coping with the challenges andsharing the joys.

A Community for Life!

In partnership with:

Delaware Department of

Health & Social Services,

CARE Delaware and

Delaware Hospice

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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

2/3Chicken SupremeCranberry SauceMashed Potatoes w. GravyCarrotsFresh Pear

2/4Meatloaf withMushroom Spaghetti SauceRoasted Potato WedgesGreen BeansBananaWhole Grain Bread

2/5Turkey & Swiss onClub RollLettuce, Tomato, OnionOrangeCream of Mushroom SoupCrackers

2/6Salmon Croquette wiDijon Mustard SauceMashed PotatoesPeas & CarrotsWheat BreadApricots

2/10Flounder withLemon Dill SauceRoasted Potato WedgesStewed TomatoesMandarin OrangesDouble Fiber Bread

2/11Ham & Swiss onClub RollLettuce, Tomato, OnionBananaCream of Broccoli SoupCrackers

2/12Herbed Baked ChickenRoasted Sweet PotatoSpinachPeachesDouble Fiber Bread

2/13Chili topped with CheBaked PotatoMixed Greens SaladMini Corn MufinMango Yogurt Parfai

2/17

WSCCLOSEDFORPRESIDENTSDAY

2/18Pot Roast w. Au JusBaked PotatoBroccoliWheat BreadPineapple TidbitsSour Cream

2/19Stuffed Shells inSpaghetti SauceGreen BeansMixed Greens SaladApplesauceUltimate Grain Bread

2/20Herbed TilapiaMacaroni & CheeseStewed TomatoesPearsDouble Fiber Bread

2/24

WSCCLOSEDFORSTAFFMEETING

2/25Fire Braised PorkRoasted Potato Wedges

SpinachFresh Pear12 Grain Bread

2/26Beef Burgundy overEgg Noodles

Key West VegetablesPineapples withWhipped Cream12 Grain Bread

2/27BBQ Chicken BreastSouthern Potatoes w

Peppers & OnionCalifornia Blend VeggBananaMini Blueberry Mufi

All meals subject to change. All meals contain 1% milk

Meals are ordered according to projected number; over that number, backup meals will be

available.

CityFareMenuFebruary2014CIT

Saturday Mid Day meals served at St. A

Sunday Mid Day meals served at St. A

Tuesday & Thursday Evening Meals se

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MONTHLY ACTIVITIES February, 2014Mon Tue Wed Th

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9:00 AARP Tax Assistance*

1:15 Lets Learn Yahtzee*

4

9:00 Quilting

11:30 GRC Support

Group

1:00 Bingo

3:00 Red Hat Society

5:30 GRC-LINKS Program

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9:30 Strength Building

10:30 Wii Bowling

1:00 In-Place Walking*

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10:00 UNO

10:45 Bible Stu

1:00 Bingo

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9:00 Commodity Food Delivery


10:30 Wii Bowling

1:30 Line Dancing Class

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9:00 Quilting

11:30 GRC Support

Group

1:00 Bingo

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10:00 Council Meeting

10:30 Wii Bowling

11:00 Members Meeting


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10:00 Valentine

Trivia

10:45 Bible Stu

1:00 Bingo

1:30 Caregiver

Group*

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WSC closed for

Presidents Day

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9:00 Quilting

11:30 GRC Support Group1:00 Bingo

4:00 Board of Directors

meeting

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10:00 Volunteer Orientation*10:30 Wii Bowling


1:45 Sounds of Spring*

5:30 p.m. Volunteer Orientation*

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10:00 Scrabble

10:45 Bible Stu1:00 Bingo

24


WSC Closedfor All-Staff Meeting

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9:00 Quilting

11:30 GRC Support Group

1:00 Bingo4:00 Board Meeting

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10:30 Wii Bowling

11:15 Birthday Party1:00 In-Place Walking*

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10:00 Chair Ex

10:45 Bible Stu

1:00 Bingo

* See more information

about presentations,

trips and activities on

the following pages.

Daily:

Word Puzzles, Cards,

and Games; Exercise

Computer Rooms ope

table located in Exerc

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ACTIVITIESNG

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WSC: Experts at Living WGretchen Broadwater, Activities Coordinator (651-34

ACTIVITIES & PRESENTATIONS

2 Lets Learn Yahtzee, 1:15. Join others to learnto play Yahtzee, a fun dice game.

3,10,24 AARP Tax Assistance. Sign up at the frontdesk for the day of your choice. Clients will beseen in the order that they arrive. Be sure to

bring a copy of your 2012 tax return, W-2 andother income statements.

7 National Wear Red Day. Go Red for Women isa national effort to put focus on heart attacks inwomen and how symptoms differ from that ofmen.

24 WSC closed for All-Staff meetinghoweverAARP Tax Assistance is still scheduled.

28 Lets Learn Phase 10, 10:15. Join others to learnto play Phase 10.

TRIPS

7 Booths Corner & ProduceJunction. Bus leaves at 9:30. Cost is $3.50 fortransportation.

19 Sounds of Spring. Jazz piano at DownsCultural Center at 1:45. Cost is $1.00 fortransportation.

21 Trip to IKEA in South Philadelphia. Bus leavesat 9:15. Cost is $6.00 for transportation.

SNEAK PEEKMarch3,10,17,24,31 - AARP Tax AssistanceTBA Philadelphia Flower Show10 Defensive Driving Course12 Cracker Barrel Breakfast18 Cowtown

April12 Run for the Ages14 Shady Maple Buffet

MayTBA - Car Fit program for senior drivers12 Defensive Driving Refresher Class

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

Please check the Activities Book at the front desto sign up and pay for trips/events by the

designated deadline. Signing up for a trip indicayour interest. Your seat is saved only when the is paid.

If a minimum number of attendees is not met bythe deadline the trip/event will be cancelled andpayment will be returned. A late fee will beimposed on those not meeting the deadline dateproviding the trip/event has a sufficient number.Please bring only small bills to pay trip fees.

Current WSC members are placed first on theCenters 16 passenger bus for day trips. Non-members may attend if there are unpaid seatsafter the trips deadline date.

Please make suggestions for activities!

MEMBERSHIP DUES

Starting in 2014, memberships will be renewed a quarterly basis, as follows:

If your current renewal date is in January,February or March, your annual membershipdues must be submitted no later than March

31st.

If your current renewal date is in April, May oJune, your annual membership dues must bsubmitted no later than June 30th.

If your current renewal date is in July, Augusor September, your annual membership duemust be submitted no later than September30th.

If your current renewal date is in October,November or December, your annual

membership dues must be submitted no latethan December 31st.

Dues notices will be mailed at the beginning ofeach quarter. Prompt payments are appreciated

PRESIDENTS DAY ALL STAFF MEETINGFEBRUARY 17TH FEBRUARY 24TH

The Center will be closed. The Center will be closed.

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FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS

2/2 Betty Carter, Ernest Cornish, Reba Thomas2/3 Geraldine Dawkins2/5 Carl Brooks, Teresa Larkin, Carolyn Smoke2/10 Blanche Greene2/11 Lucy Cung, Mattie Flannary, Bill Getman,

Jacquelyn Walker2/12 Don Berghuis, Caroline Congo, Iola Seagers,

Joan Shaw2/14 Mary Bolden, Anna Pearson, Rose Shockley2/19 Dorothy Baker, Crystal Baynard-Norman, Pat

Oliver2/20 Hazel Talbert, Faith Thompson2/21 Mattie McBee2/22 Claudette Carr, Edwin Owens, Doris

Washington2/23 Karen Graves, Linwood Irons2/24 Sheila Johnson2/25 Lamotte Allen, Bernice Johnson, Guizelous

Molock, Jean Word2/28 Regenia Rochester, Pearline Waller

FEBRUARY BIRTHDAY INVITATIONIf your birthday is this month, please join us at themonthly birthday celebration on February 26 at11:15 a.m.-2:00. Lunch is free for members whoare celebrating their birthdays this month.

Please call to make a reservation at 651-3400 byWednesday, February 19 so we can be sure tohave enough meals.

You must call because you wont beautomatically included in our lunch count.

--------------------------------------------------------------------WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS...

Carla DouglasGreta HammondSenella KogerMary TorrenceEdgar White

LUNCH REMINDER

Lunch reservations for all members andstaff must be given to the front desk by1:00 the day prior. We cannot assume thatyou will be here for lunch on any given day. Lunchcost for those under the age of 60 is $4.50 and$2.00 for those 60 and older, in accordance withCity Fare guidelines.

NOTES:ACTIVITIES COORDINATORS HOURS

Please pay for trips duringthe following hours only:

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday10:00-noon and 1:00-2:00

------------------------------------------------------------------VOLUNTEER INFORMATION

If you are interested in volunteering with us atWilmington Senior Center, you must complete avolunteer application and register for the

orientation. The February Orientation will be on t19th at 10:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Please contact tWSC at 651-3400 or inquire at the reception des

------------------------------------------------------------------NOTE ABOUT CARES AND CONCERNS

To notify Wilmington Senior Center of memberswho are ill or hospitalized, please contact IrminaHudson at 655-2528.

------------------------------------------------------------------FYI

AARP Tax Assistance Volunteers willbe here Mondays, February 3 through April 7, tohelp seniors with taxes.

Defensive Driving Courses for 2014 will be:March 10May 12September 8November 10

AAA Mid-AtlanticDavid Baumberger

Brandywine Village OfficesGreat Dames Inc.

June GriffithThe Fresh Grocer

Robert OsgoodP&C RoofingGreg SawkaRichard Stat

Thomas SweeneyNancy ThrelfallClinton TymesWSFS Bank

THANK YOU TO OUR RECENT DONORS

THANK YOU TOChef Marsha for the delicious soup served tocelebrate National Soup Month in January!

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What You Absolutely Need to Know About Wills and Estate Planning

The principal goal of estate planning is to make sure that your assets are distributed the way you wantwith the least amount of federal and state taxes.As life events occur (e.g., widowhood or an interstate move), estate planning documents need to bereviewed and revised accordingly. If you die intestate, the state probate court will appoint anadministrator to oversee and manage your estate. The administrator's duties include paying finalexpenses and distributing assets. The choice of administrator is guided by local courts. The court mayrequire that an administrator be bonded to ensure that he or she properly performs the required duties.The estate must pay the bonding fee and other expenses, such as legal fees.

Beneficiary and contingent beneficiary designations in wills, trusts, insurance policies, and retirementaccounts should be reviewed periodically. Assets should be titled properly to avoid conflict between a wand joint ownership with right of survivorship arrangements.

Action Steps Gather information about personal property (e.g., bank statements, investment and retirement

accounts, cars, jewelry, insurance policies, etc.) and put it in one place. Make an appointment with an attorney to draft or revise a will, durable power of attorney, and a

living will. Once a will is written, let your children and your executor know where it is stored (original and

copies). Update your will and power of attorney, if and when circumstances change.

www.njaes.rutgers.edu/money/pdfs/older-adults-money-advice.pdf

For more information on Estate Planning, contact $tand By Me 50+ at 651-3401.

Need help with budgeting and saving? Call $tand By Me 50+ at 651-3401.

Would you like a free economic checkup?

See Kathleen or contact her at 651-3401.

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CAREGIVERS CORNER

What is Parkinsons Disease?

Parkinsons Disease (PD) is one of the most common nervous system disorders. It is a chronic andprogressive movement disorder, meaning that symptoms continue and worsen over time. Nearly onemillion people in the US are living with Parkinsons disease. The cause is unknown, and although there i

presently no cure, there are treatment options such as medication and surgery to manage its symptoms

Individual symptoms vary, but primary motor signs of Parkinsons disease include the following: tremor of the hands, arms, legs, jaw and face slowness of movement rigidity or stiffness of the limbs and trunk postural instability or impaired balance and coordination

Many celebrities have or are facing life with PD. After retiring from boxing, Mohammed Ali began showinsymptoms and was diagnosed with PD at the age of 42. Michael J. Fox was diagnosed at the age of 30with young onset Parkinson Disease. His foundation is dedicated to finding a cure, aggressive research

and developing improved therapies for those living with PD today. Former US Attorney General, JanetReno, is an active advocate for PD research.

People with Parkinsons disease rely on their caregivers for a wide range of support - from getting themdressed to driving them to a doctors appointment. Dependence on a caregiver will increase substantiallas the disease progresses. For example, the patient may experience difficulty in walking or maintainingbalance, dementia, hallucinations, severe depression, etc.

So the caregivers must take care of themselves, too. Being a caregiver can be complicated. It can be aphysically and emotionally draining experience. The caregivers need to learn how to handle their role asa caregiver.

Doctors strongly encourage caregivers to be involved in the treatment plan. Caregivers should take careof themselves and not neglect their own health by getting regular exercise, eating a balanced diet andgetting adequate sleep. Caregivers should consider joining a support group. And when necessary,caregivers should seek outside and professional help.

A NEW CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP WILL STARTAT WILMINGTON SENIOR CENTER ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH AT 1:30 P.M.

COMEJOINUS!

Support for Caregivers...is available from our Caregiver Resource

Center call 651-3420 for more informationGrandparent Support Group meets on

Tuesdays from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

New Castle County Caregiver Support Groups Newark Senior Center - 3rd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Easter Seals - 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.

Funding for the Caregiver Resource Center comes fromthe Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical Disabilities

as a result of the National Family Caregiver Support Program, Title III-E of the Older Americans Act.

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CITY FARE UPDATES

Getting Enough Vitamin D this Winter

Vitamin D is a nutrient that is needed for health and to maintain strong bones. It does so by helpinthe body absorb calcium (one of bones main building blocks) from food and supplements. People who gtoo little vitamin D may develop soft, thin, and brittle bones, a condition known as ricketsin children andosteomalaciain adults. Together with calcium, itamin D also helps protect older adults from osteoporosis

Vitamin D is important to the body in many other ways as well. Muscles need it to move. Nerves neeit to carry messages between the brain and every body part, and the immune system needs vitamin D tofight off invading bacteria and viruses.

What foods provide vitamin D?Very few foods naturally have vitamin D. Fortified foods provide most of the vitamin D in the US diet. Foosources of Vitamin D are usually better digested and absorbed.

Fatty fish such as salmon, tuna, and mackerel are among the best sources. Mushrooms, egg yolks, cheese provide some vitamin D. Almost all of the US milk supply is fortified with 400 IU of vitamin D per quart.

But foods made from milk, like cheese, and ice cream, are usually not fortified. Some brands of breakfascereals, orange juice, yogurt, margarine, and soy beverages have vitamin D added; check the labels.

City Fare meals must contain 4.25-5.75 mcg of Vitamin D. But, its up to you to eat the salmon, tuna,mushrooms and cheese when they are on the menu and drink you Vitamin D fortified milk or milkalternative every day!

How much Vitamin D do I need?Adults 19-70 years need 600 IU or 15 mcg per day. Those over 71years need 800 IU or 20 mcg per day. To find out what your vitamin D level is, ask your doctor to run theVitamin D blood test.

Do I need a Vitamin D supplement?Persons are at risk of vitamin D deficiency when their blood serumlevels of 25(OH)D concentrations are

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13TH ANNUAL 55+ EXPOWednesday, April 2, 2014

9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Dover Downs Hotel & Casino

Dover, DESee Gretchen for information.

COLLECTING SPECIAL ITEMSRecycled eyeglasses and hearing aids for the LionsClub and soda can tabs for Ronald McDonaldHouse. Please leave them with Gretchen.Thank you.

HEALTH & COMMUNITY INFORMATION

FREE MEDIATION SERVICESDelaware Elder Mediation Services, Inc. (DEMSI) isoffering free mediation services to the elderly ordisabled. DEMSI mediators can meet clients at home,assisted living facilities or Wilmington Senior Center.

If you have a conflict that needs help to be resolved,contact them at 302-287-9149.

FOOD DISTRIBUTIONAT SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH

If you or someone you know needs food,please visit Shiloh Baptist Church at215 W. 23rd Street on the second Thursdayof each month at 2:00 p.m. For moreinformation please contact Shiloh BaptistChurch at 655-5315.

DANCE YOUR HEART OUT!

Tuesday, March 20, 4:30-8:00 p.m.

Chase Center on the Riverfront815 Justison Street

Wilmington, DE 19801

Get moving and get healthy. Burn away calories whilelearning simple ways to stay active and fit. Have fundancing and take advantage of free health screenings.

Register: 800-693-2273 orwww.christianacare.org/lectures

UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE STUDY

Do you play bingo, cards or slot machines? Do youvisit casinos? Researchers at the University ofDelaware are conducting interviews about the role ofgambling activities in seniors daily lives. They inviteyou to share your experiences in a 60-120-minuteaudio-taped dialogue with them. You will receive a$15.00 gift card for participating in the study and youidentity and responses will remain confidential. Tolearn more about participating, please contact Tammat (302) 831-2291 or [email protected].

WILMINGTON SENIOR CENTERS5TH ANNUAL RUN FOR THE AGES

Wilmington Senior Centers 5th annual Run for the Ages will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2014. The racevents will begin and end at the Wilmington Senior Center, with USATF Certified 5K and 10K coursesgoing through the scenic Brandywine Park. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m., with the race events beginnias follows:

8:30 a.m. - 10K Run Online registration is available until 4/10/14 at

10:00 a.m. - 5K Run www.runfortheages.org. In person registration is 10:00 a.m. - 5K Walk available at the Wilmington Senior Center and the 10:00 a.m. - 1-mile Senior Stroll Delaware Running Company store in Greenville.

Pre-registration cost is $20.00. Registration on the day of the race is $25. Cost to run both races is $35(one T-shirt).

If youd like additional information, please email us [email protected] or call us at 302.651.3460.

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CASINO TRIP GET-A-WAY

With Wilmington Senior Centerto

HARRINGTON CASINOHarrington, DE

Monday, March 31, 2014

Bus leaves from Wilmington Senior Center1901 N. Market Street at 9:00 a.m.

Returns at 5:00 p.m.

DONATION: $27.00(Receive back $15.00 SD/Free Buffet)

Sponsored by WSC Membership Council

Come join us for a day of fun and relaxation!

Tickets and/or Information contact:Mary Bolden 302.652.6137

Claudette Car 302.654.6609Linda Burris 302.655.5011Marie Dash 302.655.8979

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