OUR PLACE, OUR TIME

OUR PLACE, OUR TIME A PUBLICATION OF THE MEDFORD COUNCIL ON AGING

MEDFORD SENIOR CENTER, 101 RIVERSIDE AVE, MEDFORD 02155 OPEN MONDAY—FRIDAY 9:00 am to 4:00PM

TELEPHONE: 781-396-6010 FAX: 781-395-8912 CITY HALL T.D.D.: 781-393-2516

WEB SITE: WWW.Medfordma.org/departments/council-on-aging

February 2018

INSIDE THIS

ISSUE:

Things to Know 2

Trips and

Excursions 3

Classes 4

Health Programs 5

Daily Calendar 6/7

Activities 8

Ongoing Activities 10

Celebrating St Patrick’s Day

Medford Senior Centers annual luncheon

Friday, March 16th at 12:00noon

$6.00 per person tickets available February 20th

(max 2 tickets per person)

A traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner by Marty’s Catering.

Entertainment will be Jack the Magician

Door Prizes and 50/50 Raffle

VALENTINES PARTY Friday, February 9, 2018 at 12:00n

Cost: $6.00 per person

Tickets sold out (waitlist available)

Bring your sweetie, or come and find a new one at this celebration of love!

First, you will enjoy an array of Chinese foods! Music and entertainment by Denise

Doucette A Valentine Variety Show. Our Holiday Singers will also perform. There will be a

special prize for the couple attending who have been married the longest (no past win-

ners, please). 50/50 raffle and door prizes. Sponsored in part by Greater

AARP TAX AIDE You may call for an appointment. Appointments will be on Thursdays February 8th—

April 5th. Appointments are a must; call 781-396-6010. Please bring to your appointment

a copy of last years tax return and 2017 documents. Identity Theft continues to be a nation-

wide problem. Consequently, all taxpayers and spouses WILL need to bring a photo ID to

verify their identity. Additionally, taxpayers WILL need to bring their Social Security card

or other documents issued by the Social Security Administration such as the SSA-1099

(which shows the social security pension for the year ). No schedule C, complicated D, or E

forms will be prepared. Very important counselors will only have computer access to last

years tax returns if your tax return was prepared by AARP. If interested in the annual state

income tax credit (Circuit Breaker) of up to $1070; for homeowners bring documentation of

your annual income, property tax valuation, property taxes paid, and paid water and sewer

Social Work Notes—Karlene Bognanni

If you missed the open enrollment time to change Medicare Part D Plans, you may still be able to change your drug plan. As a member of Prescription Advantage, the State Pharmacy Program, you have the opportunity to change your plan once more during the year. You may apply for enrollment in Prescription Advantage at any time. Also, if you are enrolled in a HMO or PPO Medicare Advantage Plan, you have until February 14, 2018 to change your plan by disenrolling from it and enrolling in a stand alone Part D plan and a medigap insurance plan. You also have the opportunity to change, if you enroll in a five star Stand Alone Prescription Drug Plan or a five star Medicare Advantage Plan. Please contact me for more information. 781-396-6010.

Volunteer Notes– Arlene Carroll

We are looking for volunteers for 2018 who “Drive“ and are

willing to participate in our GAP Program. The program pro-

vides a ride to a day surgery or appointment when a ride

from family, friends or city resources are not available. Please

contact Arlene Carroll- 781-396-6010 for additional infor-

mation and thank you in advance for your compassion and

SEVERE WEATHER POLICY:

Don’t forget, if the Medford Public Schools are

closed the Medford Senior Center is closed. If

schools are closed for sec-

ond day please call the

Council on Aging at 781-

396-6010 When in doubt

Gifts to Medford Senior Citizens

Inc. (MSCI) of all sizes are appreci-

ated and support the continua-

tion of our community services.

You may also purchase a leaf on our

Tree of Hope, as a special way to

honor a loved one, friend, or group.

Engraved Silver Leaf for $50.00

The City of Medford is happy to offer on loan the M5 Mortice Rapid Entry System (commonly known as a Lock

Box). The Lock Box program is intended to provide Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

access to your residence in the event of an emergency when you are unable to open the door. A Key to your resi-

dence will be stored in a secure metal storage device, similar to a realtor’s lock box, at your residence. There is

a $15.00 fee that is refundable upon return of the box. The Lock box is requested through the Medford Senior

Center at 781-396-6010. Seniors who are 60+ or adults with disability may request an application. Federal

low—income guidelines are also required to apply .

Nuts and Bolts on Different Kinds of Trusts

Join Attorney Dale Tamburro

Tuesday, February 13th at 1:00pm

Medford Senior Center

What is a Donor? Trustee? Beneficiary? Contingent Beneficiaries? What are the benefits of all trusts?

What’s the difference between: Revocable Trust Irrevocable Trust Testamentary Trust Credit Shelter TrustSup-

plemental Needs Trust Life Insurance Trust. If you want to be educated with a well-practiced explanation from

simple to complicated come listen to Attorney Dale J. Tamburro who strives to make the incredibly complicated

TRIPS, EXCURSIONS, AND GET AWAYS

TWIN RIVERS—$20.00 per person. Next date March 26th. The bus will depart at 9:45am. Future dates June 11th, September 17th.

Foxwoods—$25.00 per person. Next date Tuesday, April 17th. The bus will depart at 7:45am. Future dates are July 16th, October 15th.

Mohegan Sun—$25.00 per person. Next date May 14th. The bus will depart at 7:45am. Future dates; August 13th,November 12th.

A minimum of 30 passengers is required for casino trips. Please remember you will need valid photo ID for all casino trips. Shopping trip to Market Basket in Chelsea -We will be offering our van to take Medford Seniors from the Senior Center to Market Basket in Chelsea Thursday, February 15th. The van will depart at 9:30am with approximately 1 1/2 hours of shopping time. You are limited to 4 bags per person. Re-serve your space today.

Lunch and Tour at the Arbors at Stoneham—Tuesday, February 13th. Our van will depart at 11:00am for a lunch and tour of The Arbors., an Assisted Living Residential Community in Stoneham Ma. Sign up today. Peabody Essex Museum—Tuesday, March 6th—$5.00 per person guided tour Georgia O’Keeffe exhi-bition. Our van will depart at 10:15am, return to Medford approx. 4:00pm Limited to 14 passengers. Sign up begins February 8th

St. Patrick's Lunch & Show at the Aqua Turf Club—Tues, March 20th—$74.00 per person includes Roundtrip motor coach departs at 8:30am to the famous Connecticut Aqua Turf, welcome reception fol-lowed by a delicious luncheon and then enjoy a Saint Patrick Show with Padraig Allen and the McLean Avenue Band. Tickets available

Newport Playhouse Exit Laughing—Thursday April 12th, 2018—$79.00 per person—includes motor coach transportation departing at 9:00am, a fabulous luncheon, Exit Laughing—When the biggest high-light of your life for the past 30 years has been your weekly bridge night out with the girls, what do you do when one of your foursome inconveniently dies? Just wait and find out. Tickets available Chicken and Slots—$56.00 per person Thursday April 26th—start your day at Wrights Farm restau-rant enjoy a family styled dinner, after head to Twin River Casino, receive their casino package and en-joy a few hours of casino fun. Tickets on sale.

Senior Center will be closed on Monday, February 19th to observe Presidents Day

NOTICE: Tickets must be purchased at time of reservation. Tickets are non-refundable. For com-

plete details about trips hosted by Medford Senior Center, including participant responsibility, a

comprehensive Trip Policy outline is posted at the Senior Center and copies available upon re-

quest. All participants are required to have Emergency Contact Information on them

throughout the trip. Wallet sized File of Life packets are available free, in the office

for your convenience! Some trips are funded in part though a CDBG Grant. Parking

for our motor coach day trips will be behind the Hyatt Hotel on Riverside Ave-

nue where you will meet the tour escort for special parking flyers, and also be advised on

where to park. Any questions please inquire in the COA office.

EXERCISE AND WEEKLY CLASSES

Zumba/Fitness Classes Mondays and Wednesdays

with Emily Brenner Zumba Gold ® Mondays at 10:00am takes the Zumba

formula and modifies the moves and pacing to suit the

needs of the active older member. Cost is $5.00 per

class drop in. No class Feb 19th

Dance Fitness/Yoga Dance Wednesdays at 10:00am

combines Yoga, dance, breath and energy with great

music. This class brings tons of fun and healing to

body, mind and spirit. Cost is $3 per class.

YOGA CLASSES - ROSA BROWN Mondays

$3.00 per class No Classes Feb 19th

Gentle Yoga ~ 12:45pm for those who want seated,

standing, and floor yoga poses. This is an amazing

group of seniors who are willing to stretch in every

way, and able to get down on the floor.

Chair Yoga ~ 2:00pm, seated and standing yoga poses

that are adapted to the needs of the group. We stretch,

strengthen, challenge our balance, and take time to re-

lax.

LINE DANCING for fun and fitness

with instructor Charlotte - Tues-

days, from 10:00am to 11:00am $3.00

per person, all levels of dance are wel-

come. Have fun learning some new

moves.

Strength & Balance —with Nancy K Free Wednes-

days 1 hour class with our instructor Nancy. Focus on

your strength and balance. Use of light

weights, seated chair program for begin-

ners as well, TIME 1:15pm to 2:15pm.

Donations accepted.

Tai Chi Chi Kung with Marie Favorito

- Fridays starting at 9:45am. Tai chi is an ancient

Chinese tradition that, today, is practiced as a graceful

form of exercise. It involves a series of movements per-

formed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied by

deep breathing. Drop In $5.00 per class.

Walking Club —Will resume in the Spring

Senior Memoir Class will begin on Tuesday, April

3rd from 10:00am to 12:00noon. A new six week free

memoir writing class with Judah Leblang. Sign up for

a seat today.

KNIT & CROCHET FREE Tuesdays,

10:00am. Please join our instructors

Dolores for Crochet and Jean for knitting in

creating some beautiful handmade crea-

tions.

Art Open Studio– Thursdays 1:00pm—3:00pm FREE

class will offer an artist the opportunity to join a talent-

ed group and the rule is BYOS (bring your own sup-

plies)! Relaxing coloring therapy, acrylics, charcoals,

whatever medium you choose that stimulates your crea-

tivity, along with wonderful conversation and idea ex-

change can be found in this

class.

CERAMICS: with Rosemary

Ardagna from Claydreams of

Arlington. Classes are held on

Fridays from 10am to 12noon.

Cost is $5.00 per 2 hour class,

(cost of pottery piece not in-

cluded).

Holiday Singers- Fridays at 2:00pm. Our group is

open and free to anyone who wants to sing, no audition

necessary. On some dates singers maybe off site per-

forming.

Mitsy Project Quilting Class -Wednesdays at 1:00pm

at the Medford Senior Center. FREE quilting class. All

age groups are welcome in this inter-generational activ-

ity; only 15 participants can be accommodated with pri-

ority being given to blind or visually

impaired registrants. Register by

calling 781-396-6010. Thank you to

the MCC/LCC for a partial grant mak-

ing it possible to continue the Mitsy Kit Project through

the COA.

Novel Idea Book Club – Friday, February 23rd, our

van will depart at 9:45am for the Public Library This

month’s Book –Boston Girl by Anita Diamant

Sign up today 781-396-6010.

TECH TIME WITH

MEGAN , SANDRA ,

& Olivia (MHS stu-

HEALTH & WELL BEING

Parkinson's Support Group - Learning How to live with Parkinson’s Disease The next meeting will be Tues-

day, February 6th at 1:00pm. Kim Arouth , RN from Greater Medford VNA will be leading the group. For ques-

tions feel free to call the Senior Center at 781-396-6010.

Veterans Coffee Hour Thursday, February 22nd, Veterans and their families are welcome to a coffee so-

cial at the Senior Center on the fourth Thursday of each month beginning at 2:30pm.Our facilitator will be Con-

nie Murphy. The first half hour we will discuss a designated topic and then we will open up the conversation to

everyone. Light refreshments will be served.

Low Vision Support Group will not meet again until March 23rd. The Low Vision support group is sponsored

by the Mass Association for the Blind and Visually impaired. The group is for individuals who are losing their

vision and would like to learn from and listen to others.

ASK A NURSE—Stop by and see Nisha Patel, RN. She is available most Wednesdays from

11:30am to 12noon for blood pressure checks, questions, and more. Program is sponsored by Great-

er Medford VNA.

From Heart to Hands each Thursday in February at 11:00am each Thursday—Join Marie, Occupational Thera-

pist who specializes in Hands, will offer hand massage, and KiKi a nurse who will offer free blood pres-

sure and answer any questions you may have.

CARE CAFÉ (Caregivers Assemble Relax and Enjoy) - meets the first Wednesday of each month,

Feb. 7th, from 10am—12noon. Memory Café style environment with social interaction featuring the Mitsy Kit

Project (a touch based sewing & quilting activity) for all participation levels. Call 781-396-6010

to reserve a seat today. David Driscoll from Body & Brain Yoga will lead the group in mindful

techniques.

Greater Medford Visiting Nurse and Community Health are happy to offer Podiatry Visits by

Shiho Kajita, RN. The podiatry visit will be the first Tuesday of the month starting February 6th

from 10—12. Along with podiatry needs, appointments will include a comprehensive assessment

by our certified provider. The cost is $35 per visit, cash or check due at visit. (No insurance at this time). Ap-

pointments are required call 781-396-6010 today.

Meet Maxi, our Therapy Dog! - Tuesday, February 6th from 11:30am to 12:3pm here at the Medford Senior

Center. Maxi is a 2 1/2 year old Goldendoodle. He is gentle, well mannered, enjoys getting attention and loves to

meet people. Maxi was certified as a therapy dog by the Dog B.O.N.E.S therapy dogs of Mass organization in

Dec 2017 and looks forward to his visit with you.

The Medford Vocation Technical High Schools Health Students (MVTHS) considering careers in healthcare

will be visiting the Senior Center on February 8th, Thursday from 12:45 to 2:00pm. Come meet students from

the Medford Vocational High School Health Assisting Program. These students have an interest in enter-

ing health care professions. they are able to check blood pressures or pulse rates or just visit and share your expe-

riences and conversation. We look forward to meeting you all!

Mystic Valley Elder Services will be presenting a FREE workshop series beginning Thursdays April 26th—June

14th at the Medford Senior center 10am to 12noon—A Matter of Bal-

ance! This award winning program designed to manage falls and increase

activity levels. You’ll learn how to see falls as something you can con-

trol. This workshop is designed for anyone 60+ - whether you are con-

cerned about falls, have a history of falling or are interested in improving

balance, flexibility, and strength. Sign up today, seats are limited 781-396

-6010.

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FOOD PANTRY for Elders Thursday, February 8th at 2pm. Elders and adults with disabilities who are

interested in taking part in the food pantry should visit the Medford Senior Center to fill out an application.

Participants must register prior to visiting the food pantry and qualify based on income, disability, and age.

Stop by the center or call 781-396-6010 for an application.

LEGAL SERVICES

Dale Tamburro from the Law Office of Dale J. Tam-

burro, PC will be available Monday, February 12th

beginning at 9:30am for one/one appointments.

Please call 781-396-6010 to set up an appointment.

Tuesday, February 13th Join Dale Tamburro at

1:00pm to discuss The Nuts and Bolts on Differ-

ent Kinds of Trusts. Please call 781-396-6010 to

reserve a seat

Jayna Stafford , Pro-Bono-Legal will be available on

Wednesday February 14th beginning at 10:30am.

She provides no-cost legal representation, advocacy,

brief advice, information and referrals to low-income

people who would otherwise struggle to gain access to

FREE Afternoon Movies

Tuesday, February 27th at 1:00

Victoria & Abdul

The amazing true story of an unexpected friendship

between Queen Victoria (Academy Award® win-

ner Judi Dench) and a young clerk named Abdul

Karim (Ali Fazal), who becomes a teacher, spiritu-

al advisor, and devoted friend. Rated PG-13

Meet with State Rep Paul Donato

Wednesday, February

28th, 2018

From 10:30am –11:30am

For immediate questions or

concerns please call his office

Mobile Banking at the Medford Senior Center

Wednesday, February 14th from 11am to 1:30pm

Yes, a bank that comes to you!. The mobile banking van,

offers an ATM, and two employees to assist with almost

any banking that you need. Do you need quarters for the

laundry? Do you want to cash a check? How about mak-

ing a deposit? Start your Christmas club? Yes the mobile

banking van will be here in our parking lot to help you.

SENIOR DINING PROGRAM MENU SPECIAL on Wednesday, February 14th

Mystic Valley Elder Services Valentine Special will be Lasagna in tomato

sauce served with green beans and red peppers. Snowflake wheat dinner

roll and chocolate mousse for dessert. Reservations required with Fay at

least 48 hours in advance. A suggested donation $2.00 per person.

WINNER FOR DECEMBER

Congratulations to Earle Davis the winner of the

December gift certificate.. You can be the next

winner, just use your Key tag to sign in each time

you come to the center and you will automatically

be entered. If you haven’t received your key tag

please come in to the office and get one today.

Coffee Hour and Conversation

With Mayor Burke

March 15th from 12:30—1:30 For any immediate questions or

concerns, please call the Mayors office

LOST & FOUND

If you lost it we may have found it, check with

our receptionist RECYCLE

We have a collection box for the button cell batteries,

please drop them off here at the Senior Center. We take

all button batteries. We also collect old eyeglasses for

the Lions Club

ONGOING ACTIVITIES

LUNCH: Noontime meals are served each weekday, lunch program is run in cooperation with Mystic Valley

Elder Services. Call at least a day prior by 12 noon to reserve your meal, $2.00 suggested donation.

BINGO: Most Wednesdays begins at 1:00pm; $2.50 for 11 games, coffee, and dessert.

Alterations with Carmina will be available Fridays at 1:00 pm in February. Excellent work at reasonable

prices, Master Tailor Carmina Cerbone is fast, efficient, and affordable. Cash Only please

Roland’s Jewelry Repair, Wednesday February 14th from 11—12 noon. John Racicot will help you with

your jewelry repair needs. He will also replace batteries in hearing aids for a small fee.

FREE MOVIE (Classics, Comedy's, Dramas, Musicals)— Fridays beginning at 10:00 am—FREE come

on down enjoy a cup of coffee, pastry and a movie in the comfort of our library and our large flat screen TV.

Weight Loss Support Group will meet each Friday at 1pm. $1.00 per meeting. Informal group sessions of-

fering private weigh-ins, recipe ideas, and support.

Treadmill—We offer the use of the exercise equipment on most days. Mondays 9am—4pm, Tuesdays, 12—

4, Thursdays 9-12. You must have a Dr.’s note allowing use of the exercise equipment. Please check with

the office for availability as some days the room may be in use.

Dominoes on Monday– from 10:00am to 12:00noon– join us for a fun game of Dominoes, we have several

people playing each Monday. Drop in for this FREE game

Knit and Sew Club/ Project Linus Mondays 9:30am—11:00am FREE No instructors, just get together with

others to knit, sew and socialize. Join us if you would like to participate in Project Linus, we are working to-

gether on making blankets for children who have experienced a recent trauma.

HOME MAINTENANCE with Craig

Jobs that contribute to home safety are a priority. Do you need the batteries changed in your smoke de-tectors? How about grab bars put up in your bathroom. That pesky light bulb that has blown out but is too high to reach! If any fees are applicable they are based on a sliding scale. To schedule service, call 781-396-6010. Funded through a Medford CDBG Human Services Grant.

THE CARD SHARKS

CRIBBAGE ANYONE? cribbage games on Mondays from 9:30am to 11:30am. Come on down and learn

to play or refresh your skills.

POKER– 1:00pm-3:30pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Fridays. Dealers choice, all are welcome

Canasta Mondays from 1:00 to 3:45pm– Do you want to try your hand at Canasta? Need to refresh your

skills—don’t worry the players are here to help at the Medford Senior Center .

Mahjongg– Fridays at 1:30pm to 3:45pm– Looking to join a great group or to learn the game, stop by. A

Chinese game played, usually by four people, with 136 or 144 rectangular pieces called tiles. The object is

to collect winning sets of these tiles, as in card games such as gin rummy.

SCRABBLE-CHECKERS-CHESS or other board games may be played nearly any afternoon. We have

the games, just ask at the front desk for your leisure.

WHIST on Mondays from 1:00pm to 3:45pm-–WHIST, do you want to refresh your

knowledge of Whist or jump right in, all are welcome!

If there is a card game that you are interested in, that we do not offer, let us

know - we may be able to put a group together.

Mobile Food Market Saturday, February 10th, 2018 1 to 2pm (weather permitting)

Location North Suburban (Malden) WIC Program 239 Commercial Street Malden

Donations will consist of fresh produce, dairy products and other refrigerated food items. Offered FREE of charge

Please bring a grocery cart or reusable shopping bags to transport food home. A shuttle will be provided from

Medford City Hall beginning at 11:30am. The shuttle continues to pick up and drop off. Pre-registration is re-

MEETINGS

Medford Council on Aging

COA Board meeting

February 15th at 10:15am

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Medford Senior Citizens INC.

(MSCI) meeting

February 13th at 10:00am

Medford Council On Aging

101 Riverside Avenue

Medford, MA 02155

This newsletter is supported in part with funding provided by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs.

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If you know of someone who would benefit from a “Get Well” or “Thinking of You” card or telephone call, please give the details to our main office, our volunteer group will be putting a list together and send-ing along sunshine thoughts.

Mystic Valley Eder Services’ TRIP Metro North Program—If you are 60+ or an adult living with a disability,

don’t drive, and public transportation isn’t an option, you can still get to appointments, visit friends, dine out, and

have a life with TRIP. This free program gives you money to reimburse friends, neighbors, and in some cases,

certain relatives, for taking you anywhere you want to go. Call 781-388-4819 to learn more.

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