March

2017

Enhancing the quality of life for older adults by

providing access to a continuum of services,

programs, and resources that promote healthy

living and independence.

Rich Thoughts from the Executive Director

Yahoo spring is in the air! What a wonderful time of the year when all that is old is new again.

The greens are returning, the buds are bursting, and the sweet smells of spring are everywhere.

Did you catch our Senior Fashion Show last month? The story aired on WNCT and was featured

on our Facebook page. Talk about what is old is new. Our seniors keep me young and inspire me

DAILY with their enthusiasm and excitement. In a world that at times is so ungrateful, our

seniors are examples of gratitude and humility.

There is so much happening here at the Council on Aging, it’s hard to keep track. Last February

2016 we had 133 programs scheduled here for seniors to choose from. Last month, February

2017, we had 180 programs which is a 35% increase in choices for our community! We have something for everyone, and if we

don’t, let us know and we’ll see what we can do.

So, how can you keep track of what’s happening at the COA? First, sign up for the newsletter by emailing your request to

aguion@pittcoa.com . Second, go to our Face Book page: https://www.facebook.com/Pitt-County-Senior-Center-

113015328731580/, like us and comment on our stories. Thirdly, come out of your cave, get off your sofa or step out of your

comfort zone, and come on down and see us. Stop in at the front desk and tell them you want a personal tour and either Ainslie or

myself will show you around.

This spring, hop on over and start a budding adventure with us and see what will blossom.

Blessings,

Rich Zeck

Executive Director

COA Executive Board

Rich Zeck—Executive Director

Malcolm Smith—Chair

Kelly Kurz—Past Chair

Mary Hall—Vice Chair

Ed Tew—Treasurer

Linda McGehee—Secretary

Susan Schwing, Volunteer Healthy Aging Specialist has found

the perfect place to use her talents as a volunteer at the Council on Aging. As a social

worker she spent years helping older adults stay in their homes. Today she works with

Sharon Elliott showing older adults how to overcome obsta-

cles that will allow them to healthfully age at home. When

asked what she likes about the position she said, “I get to

do something different everyday and positively impact the

lives of others. Just today, I was able to find a walker for a

woman who had hers stolen. She was so appreciative and

was able to walk again!”

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Council on Aging and Greenville Senior Center 4551 County Home Road

Greenville, NC 27858 Phone: 252-752-1717 Fax: 252-752-9365

www.pittcoa.com

Thank you to everyone that made a donation of time, supplies, or monetary contributions to the Council on

Aging in February

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2017 Council on Aging Holidays & Closings

April 14th Good Friday May 29th Memorial Day July 4th Independence Day September 4th Labor Day November 10th Veterans Day November 23rd Thanksgiving Day November 24th Day after Thanksgiving Day December 18th thru 30th Sites Closed December 25th thru 30th Office Closed

Please note that on these days, ALL Senior Centers will be closed, and Meals on Wheels will not be delivered.

Don’t forget that the Council on Aging has Ensure, Glucerna, and Nepro for sale at discounted prices. No

prescription or ordering needed! Just stop by.

Ensure $23/ 24 cans- Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry Ensure PLUS $25/ 24 cans - Chocolate, Vanilla,

Strawberry

Glucerna $36/ 24 cans - Vanilla Nepro $65 / 24 cans—Vanilla

Trillium Mary Hall Mid-East Commission Duplicate Bridge Scrapbook Group SHIIP Volunteers Meal Delivery Volunteers Instructional Volunteers Office Staff Volunteers

Senior Center Volunteers

Special Thanks To: John Minges Tonya Johnson & Team for Valentine Fashion Show Quilting Group for Sewing for Seniors Day Pitt Community College Advanced ESL Class

“Like” us on Facebook “Pitt County Senior Center”

or visit us on the web www.pittcoa.com

William McGregor Bell Jr. Charlotte Cox Ivynetta Bradley Harris Teeter—Charles Blvd Harris Teeter—Firetower Rd Danny Smith Cathy Critchfield Faye Dempsey First Presbyterian Bridge Club Hooker Memorial Mary Lou Brown Oakmont Baptist Gateway Health Charlotte-Anne Alexander Linda Wolfe Theresa Mann Ashley Reece Carissa Spencer Rosie Grinder Barbara Haney Carol Dyer

Your Time: Spend 1 hour a week delivering meals

or answering phones.

Your Talent: Teach a class, use your computer skills,

lead a project, or paint a room

Your Riches: $6.50 to feed someone one meal or

$1,700 to feed them for a year.

Your Extras: Copy Paper, Sticky Notes, Paper Plates

Paper Towels, Craft Supplies, Books,

Pens, Hand Soap, Disinfecting Wipes

And Lysol.

Spring Wreath Class

Friday, March 17th 12:30pm—2:00pm

Free Class You bring wreath. Mesh and decorations provided. Call 252-752-1717 ext. 13 to Register. Limited spots.

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For more information, call (252) 752-1717 ext. 7.

2017 Road to Resources:

A Guide to Services for

Older Adults

Date Topic

March 20th Hoarding: Tips To Overcome The Clutter

April 17th Unraveling The Myths About Veteran Benefits

May 15th Staying Active: Recreational Programs

June 19th Social Security Benefits: Question & Answer

When: 3rd Monday of Each Month

Time: 3:00pm to 4:00pm

Where: Council on Aging

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Susan is certified as a Matter of Balance instructor and helped teach the class last spring

at the COA. This year Susan and a specially trained Physical Therapist will once again

offer this valuable program. Evidence has shown that those who have fallen or have had

problems with balance benefit greatly from this program. According to Susan, “clients

become more environmentally aware and gain the strength and confidence to move

safely in their own environment.”

The proper environment is key to safe aging and the Council on Aging offers a home safety assessment to

identify issues that hinder safety and independence. The COA also offers a falls risk assessment to reduce the

risk of falling and if necessary is able to install bathroom grab bars, stair handrails, and make minor home

safety changes.

To learn more and make an appointment call 252-752-1717 ext. 14.

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Medicare

Matters

Monday

9-9:30 Coffee & Conversation

9:30-11 Bible Study

1-3:30 Billiards ET Group

1-5 Duplicate Bridge

5:30 Golden Sneakers Exercise $2

7-9 Line Dancing $4

Tuesday 9-9:15 Coffee & Conversation

9:15– 10 Intergenerational Music

10:15-11 Fun & Fit Exercise

10-2 Mexican Train Dominos

1-3 Knit & Crochet Group

2-3 Silver Sneakers $1

2-5 Card Games & Billiards

6-9 Duplicate Bridge

March

Wednesday 9-9:30 Coffee & Conversation

9-5 Duplicate Bridge

10-12 Billiards

1-3:30 Billiards ET Group

1-4 Beginning Mahjong

5:30 Golden Sneakers Exercise $2

6:30 Beg. Shag Dance R$

7:30 Int. Shag Dance R$

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9-12 Whimsical Applique

Quilting & Embroidery R$

10-12 Flexibility Screening

10:15 Senior Info. Class

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10-12 Knitting Class (LLP) R$ 10-12 Greenville Museum Art 2-5 Family Stories (PCC) R$ 6-9 Applique Quilting R$

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10-12 Knitting Class (LLP) R$ 11:30 AARP Chapter Meeeting 2-5 Family Stories (PCC) 6-9 Applique Quilting R$

7-9 Healthy Vibrant You

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10-12 Knitting Class (LLP) 2-4 Road to Resources: Estate & Adv Care Plan 2-5 Family Stories (PCC) R$ 6-9 Applique Quilting (R$

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10-12 Knitting Class (LLP) 2-5 Family Stories (PCC) R$ 6-9 Applique Quilting R$

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8-1:30 Tax Prep (R)

6-9 Watercolors (PCC ) R$

6:30 Calligraphy (PCC) R$

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8-1:30 Tax Prep (R)

10-12 Fashion Show /Valentine Party

9-12 Threads of Love

6-9pm Watercolors (PCC) R$

6:30 Calligraphy (PCC)R$

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8-1:30pm Tax Prep (R)

12:30-1:30 Explore Travel

w/Chamber and COA

6-9pm Watercolors (PCC) R$

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8-1:30 Tax Prep (R)

6-9pm Watercolors (PCC) R$

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9:30-10 Brain Exercises

10-12 PT Screening

9:30-11 Crafts with Barb

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9:30-10 Brain Exercises

9:30-1:30 Healthwise

BP Screening

9-12 Whimsical Applique Quilting &

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9:30-10 Brain Exercises 10:15 Trillium Health Topic 9-12 Whimsical Applique Quilting & Embroidery R$

Monday

9-9:30 Coffee & Conversation

9:30-11 Bible Study

1-3:30 Billiards ET Group

1-5 Duplicate Bridge

5:30 Golden Sneakers Exercise $2

7-9 Line Dancing $4

Tuesday 8:30-1:30 Tax Prep R

9-9:15 Coffee & Conversation

10:15-11 Fun & Fit Exercise

10-2 Mexican Train Dominos

1-3 Knit & Crochet Group

2-3 Silver Sneakers $1

2-5 Card Games & Billiards

6-9 Duplicate Bridge

Wednesday

9-9:30 Coffee & Conversation 9:30-10 Brain Exercises 9-5 Duplicate Bridge 10-12 Billiards 1-3:30 Billiards ET Group 1-4 Beginning Mahjong 5:30 Golden Sneakers Exercise $2 6:30 Beg. Shag Dance R$ 7:30 Int. Shag Dance R$

NOTE:

Sunday, 5th

2-4 Cooking Class with

Alarita R$

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9-12 Whimsical Applique

Quilting & Embroidery R$

10:15-11 Senior Information

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1-3 Advance Care Planning

2-5 Family Stories (PCC)

6-9 Applique Quilting (5of7)R$

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9-10:30 Legislative Breakfast

10-12 Terrarium & Container Gardening (LLP) 11:30 AARP

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10-12 Terrarium & Container Gardening (LLP) 3 Overcoming Clutter 2—5 Family Stories (PCC) R$ 6-9pm Applique Quilting (7of7)R$

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2-5 Family Stories (PCC) R$

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9-12 Threads of Love

9:15-10 Intergenerational Music

9:30-12 Beginner Bridge

6-9 Watercolors (PCC)

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9-12 Threads of Love

9:15-10 Intergenerational Music

6-9 Watercolors (PCC) R$

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9-1 Hot Process

Soap Making (LLP)

9:30-12 Beginner Bridge

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6-9 Watercolors (PCC) R$

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9:30-11 Crafts with Barb

10:15 Games

10-12 Measuring Gate Speed:

The 6th Vital Sign

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9-12 Whimsical Applique

Quilting & Embroidery R$ 10:15 Games 9:30-1:30 Healthwise Pharmacy

Blood Pressure Check

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9-12 Whimsical Applique Quilting & Embroidery R$ 10-12 Affordable Hearing Screening/Aide Repair 9-1 Hot Process Soap Making (LLP)

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9-12 Social Media Class (PCC) 9-12 Whimsical Applique

Quilting & Embroidery R$ 10:15 Trillium Health 6-9 Applique Quilting R$

March

Thursday

9-9:30 Coffee & Conversation

10:15-11 Fun & Fit Exercise

10-2 Canasta or Hand & Foot

12:30 Quilting Group

2-3 Silver Sneakers $1

2-5 Card Games & Billiards

5:30 TOPS Weight Loss

Friday

9-9:30 Coffee & Conversation

10-11 BINGO

2-3 Chair Yoga $1

Saturday

1-5 Card Junkies

12:30 Duplicate Bridge

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8-1:30 Tax Prep (R)

10-12 Acrylic Painting

12-1 Grandparents Raising Grandchildren 3-5 Calligraphy (PCC) R$

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8-1:30 Tax Prep (R)

3-5 Calligraphy (PCC) R$

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8-1:30 Tax Prep (R) 9:30-2 Sewing for Seniors 3-5 Calligraphy (PCC) 7-9 Nature Photographers

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8-1:30pm Tax Prep (R)

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3-4:30 Laughter Yoga (LLP)

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12:30 Duplicate Bridge

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9:30-4:30 Scrapbooking

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9:30-4:30 Scrapbooking

12:30 Duplicate Bridge

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12:30 Duplicate Bridge

Key:

$ = Fee

R = Registration Required

Thursday

8:00-1:30 Tax Prep R

9-9:30 Coffee & Conversation

10:15-11 Fun & Fit Exercise

10-2 Canasta or Hand & Foot

12:30 Quilting Group

2-3 Silver Sneakers $1

2-5 Card Games & Billiards

5:30 TOPS Weight Loss

Friday

9-9:30 Coffee & Conversation

10-11 BINGO

2-3 Chair Yoga $1

Saturday

10:00 TOPS Weight Loss

1-5 Card Junkies

12:30 Duplicate Bridge

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10-12 Acrylic Painting

12-1 Grandparents Raising

Grandchildren

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2-4 Matter of Balance R

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2-4 Matter of Balance R

7-9 Nature Photographers

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2-4 Matter of Balance R

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2-4 Matter of Balance R

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9:30-4:30 Scrapbooking

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12:30-2 Spring Wreath Class R

2-4 Road to Medicare

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9:30-4:30 Scrapbooking

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$ = Fee

R = Registration Required

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Prevent Falls in Your Home

The Council on Aging is seeking City of Greenville home-owners age 55 and over, and Pitt County homeowners

age 60 and over who are at risk for falls, are fearful of falling, or who have fallen. Our goal is to facilitate suitable living environ-ments to enable adults to live safer and more independently in their current home. This would be accomplished through the provision of a home safety as-

sessment, falls prevention education, and recommen-dations/resources and/or assistance for safety equip-ment such as grab bars, hand rails, etc. Please call 252-752-1717 x 14 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Edenton Playhouse

Day Trip

April 18th

Play, Lunch, & Transportation

$45

Call 252-752-1717 to register

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Lynette Sullivan Independent Sales Representative

252-412-2505

lynettesullie@yahoo.com youravon.com/lynettesullivan

Ask Me About Fundraising

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Look for the Red Cross

on our calendar for free health screening

events this month!

Join us for Senior Day the FIRST Tuesday of EVERY Month.

We offer a variety of services for your convenience:

Immunizations, Blood Pressures, Medication Therapy Management,

There are 6 convenient locations in Pitt County to help with all your needs.