All Together Now: Keynote for NJLA Adult Services Forum 2010
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A NOT FOR PROFIT AGENCY FUNDED UNDER CONTRACT WITH THE NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT FOR THE AGING AS PART OF THE OLDER AMERICANS ACT PROGRAM, ADMINISTERED BY THE NEW YORK STATE OFFICE FOR THE AGING.
Services Now for Adult Persons, Inc.
SNAP OF EASTERN QUEENS INNOVATIVE SENIOR CENTER NINA BHOLA, MA, CENTER DIRECTOR
♡ SPEAKING FROM THE HEART ♡
August greets us with sunny blue skies, a calm warm breeze and a gentle reminder to enjoy the waning days of summer before cooler temperatures prevail. Mother
Nature is a quiet teacher of life’s lessons. There is so much to be learned from the gardens that are blossoming with floral and vegetable life all around our community. They help to reveal truth about how we tend to and nurture relationships.
If you stand quietly among the summer fields and watch the bumblebees go from blossom to sweet blossom, you witness an intimacy that is one with the garden. The bees make a buzzing noise as they brush past you seeking only the sweetness of nectar. The instinct may be to brush away the insect. However, if you maintain your stance among the beautiful colors and scents that Mother Nature produces, you come to understand that the bees have no interest in you, but are solely focused on the garden blooms. Acceptance of the bees’ place among the growing vegetation, floral life and human kind, sheds light upon the shared space and time with nature and one another.
Summer’s warm days invite us to embrace the chance for adventure, excitement, or quiet contemplation. After a full afternoon of tasting the sweetness of life, allow yourself the peaceful respite of a serene evening where the only objective is to answer your need for self-care. The early evening quiet offers a tranquil pause for reflection, self-awareness and rejuvenation. Give yourself the gift of feeling comforted, with a renewed sense of strength to face tomorrow’s challenges.
Knowing that life is change, we often struggle to maintain a sense of order and control over our world. Our bodies, relationships and capabilities change before our eyes, leaving us to create a brand new tomorrow. Take the time to plan joyous celebrations that mark ordinary events worthy of recognition. Remember – YOU are important. Ask for what you need…reach out for a hug, an opinion, a listening ear, time together or time alone to celebrate the uniqueness of you.
With love, Marian
80‐45 WINCHESTER BLVD. BLDG. #4, CBU #29
QUEENS VILLAGE, N.Y. 11427 (718) 454‐2100
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NEWSLETTER AUGUST 2016
PAOLA MICELI, MPA, CEO/PRESIDENTMARIAN LEWEK, LMSW, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
CHRIS PANELLINO, EXECUTIVE BOARD CHAIR
AUGUST 2016 ‐ WEEKLY ACTIVITIES *** Represents classes where suggested donation is requested.
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SAT 9:00 AM: Line Dance Class 10:00 AM: Knitting & Crocheting Class 10:00 AM: SAIL - Fall Prevention Program 11:00 AM: Conversational Spanish 11:00 AM: Advanced Exercise Class*** 11:00 AM: Men’s Discussion Group 11:15 AM: Meditation Class 1:00 PM: Adult Coloring 1:00 PM: Beginners /Intermediate Exercise Class*** 1:15 PM: Bingo 2:30 PM: Bereavement Group
8:45 AM: Exercise Class*** 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Magic for Mature Adults*** 10:00 AM: Beyond the Barriers 10:00 AM: Absolute Beginner’s Computer 10:00 AM: Tai Chi 10:30 AM: Reminiscence 11:00 AM: Practical Computer 11:00 AM: Looming*** 11:15 AM: Line Dancing*** 1:00 PM: Music/Singing*** 1:30 PM: Computer***
9:00 AM: Arm Chair Yoga 10:00 AM: Plastic Mesh Class 10:00 AM: Zumba Gold 10:30 AM: Bingo 10:30 AM: Blood Pressure Screening (occurs every week) 11:00 AM: Chair Yoga*** 11:00 AM: Canasta for Beginners 11:00 AM: Women’s Discussion Group 1:00 PM: Body Conditioning*** 1:00 PM: Adult Coloring 2:15 PM: M.E.L.T. Fitness***
9:00 AM: Tai Chi*** 10:00 AM: Craft Workshop*** 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Open Recreation/ Conversation 11:00 AM: Creative Writing 11:30 AM: Wii Bowling 1:00 PM: Drawing & Painting*** 1:30 PM: Billiards 1:30 PM: It’s in the News: What’s Your Opinion? 1:30 PM: Computer Lab 2:30 PM: Exercise***
8:45 AM: Exercise*** 10:00 AM: Intermediate Computer Class 10:00 AM: iPad Class August 5th, 12th and 19th Only
10:00 AM: Quilting Class 10:00 AM: SAIL - Fall Prevention Program 11:00 AM: Chair Yoga*** 11:00 AM: Bingo 11:15 AM: Meditation Class 1:30 PM: Creative Expressions 1:30 PM: Body Sculpting***
9:00 AM:Exercise
Senior Center Luncheon Menu - August 2016
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, lunch is served from 12:00pm – 1:00pm Thursday & Friday, lunch is served from 12:30pm – 1:30pm
The suggested donation is $2.50. Your support is greatly appreciated and helps sustain our program! Please note, menus are subject to change without notice.
Thank you!
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 Sweet & Sour Chicken Egg Noodles Mixed Vegetables
< ‐‐‐ Split Pea
2 Egg Salad Herb Potato Salad Carrots & Raisins
Soup with
3Stuffed Shells with Meat Sauce Italian Blend Veg. Tossed Salad
Greek Salad
4Baked Fish with Cream Sauce Rice Pilaf Peas & Carrots
Platter
5 Hamburger Home Fries Lima Bean Succotash ‐‐‐ >
8 Chicken Parmigiana Spaghetti California Veg. Blend Garden Salad
< ‐‐‐ Mushroom
9 Meatloaf Smashed Red Potato Spinach
Barley Soup
10Chicken Salad Pasta Primavera Carrot Salad with Caprese Salad
11Hamburger, or Turkey Burger Roasted Sweet Potato Fries Corn on the Cob
Platter
12 Turkey Breast Mashed Sweet Potato Green Beans ‐‐‐ >
15 Tuna Fish Salad Broccoli Salad Garden Salad
< ‐‐‐ Vegetable
16 Baked Ziti with Meatballs Italian Blend Veg.
Soup with
17Lemon Pepper Fish Mashed Potatoes California Veg. Blend
Apple and
18Mushroom Chicken Brown Rice Pilaf Brussel Sprouts
Chicken Salad
19 Pot Roast Baked Potato Mixed Vegetables ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ >
22 Swedish Meatballs Bowtie Noodles Baby Carrots
< ‐‐‐‐ Chicken
23 Salmon Cake with Dill Sauce Mashed Potatoes California Veg. Blend
Noodle Soup
24Vegetarian Baked Ziti Baked Zucchini Garden Salad
With Power Salad
25Turkey Salad Bean Salad Lettuce, Tomato, Cucumber Salad
Platter
26 Chicken Hawaiian Brown Rice with Mushrooms Kale & Lemon
‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐ >
29 Seafood Salad Pasta Primavera Garden Salad
< ‐‐ Lentil Soup
30 Salisbury Steak Mashed Potatoes Spinach
with California
31Stuffed Cabbage Brown Rice Pilaf Baby Carrots
Salad Platter
LUNCHEON OPTIONS
During August you may choose from the suggested luncheon menu or the optional Soup and Salad Platter menu. Each Soup and Salad Platter lunch will consist of:
Vitamin C enriched Juice
Soup of the Day with Crackers
Salad of the Day
Potato Chips
Three Bean Salad, Cole Slaw or Potato Salad
Fruit Dessert
1 % Milk
The soup and salad options for this month are: August 1‐5: Split Pea Soup with Greek Salad Platter (Greens, Tomato, Cucumber, Feta Cheese & Olives) August 8‐12: Mushroom Barley Soup with Caprese Salad Platter (Tomato, Basil & Mozzarella Cheese) August 15‐19: Vegetable Soup with Apple and Chicken Salad Platter August 22‐26: Chicken Noodle Soup with Power Salad Platter (Mixed Greens, Tomato, Red Onion, Carrots, Turkey Breast, & Swiss Cheese) August 29‐31: Lentil Soup with California Salad Platter (Cottage Cheese, Mixed Fruit Salad & Jell‐O)
**WEEKEND MEALS** SNAP is very fortunate to be able to offer you a weekend take ‐ home meal every Friday. Stay healthy……. Eat a delicious SNAP meal cooked fresh. During AUGUST the following meals will be offered:
Friday, August 5 – Hamburger Friday, August 12 – Turkey Breast Friday, August 19 – Pot Roast Friday, August 26 – Chicken Hawaiian
SENIOR FARMERS MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM
SNAP will once again participate in the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program. Senior Farmers Market checks are issued to low‐income seniors on a first come, first served basis. Recipients may utilize the checks to purchase fruits and vegetables from authorized vendors in the Farmers Market Program. Please see Sherry if you are interested in receiving Senior Farmers Market checks and traveling to the Jamaica Farmers Market
with a SNAP van
SPECIAL TIMES TO CELEBRATE TOGETHER IN AUGUST 2016
NATIONAL DESSERT DAYS!
Let’s enjoy special desserts together at SNAP as we celebrate national event days. There’s always a good reason to celebrate……and what better place than SNAP! You will enjoy each dessert on the day listed below. Join us with your friends! Let us never miss an opportunity to create and engage in a celebration!!!!!
Tuesday, August 2nd: National Ice Cream Day
Tuesday, August 9th: National Rice Pudding Day
Wednesday, August 10th: National S’mores Day (Graham Crackers, Chocolate bar and Marshmallow)
Monday, August 15th: National Creamsicle Day (officially, Sunday, August 14th)
Wednesday, August 24th: National Waffle Day (Enjoy a waffle, scoop of ice cream and chocolate syrup)
Wednesday, August 31st: National Trail Mix Day
Wednesday, August 3rd Breakfast with Friends!
Join us for this complete and nourishing breakfast while we talk together about enjoying the end of summer, beginning at 9:00 AM in the dining room. The breakfast menu will consist of:
Pancakes with Syrup Scrambled Eggs Turkey Bacon Assorted Mini Bagels with Margarine, Cream Cheese & Jelly Assorted Pastries Banana Orange Juice Coffee or Tea
Breakfast with Friends event contribution will be $2.50 for breakfast only. If you plan to have breakfast and lunch on this day, we are asking for a $4.50 contribution for both. We hope to see a lot of participants!
Thursday, August 11th Diversity Day
Let’s join together on Thursday, August 11th to learn and celebrate Women’s
Equality Day which commemorates the passage of the 19th Amendment on
August 26, 1920 which granted women the right to vote. Join with us in a
discussion of women’s continuing efforts toward full equality. Assorted light
desserts will be served.
Thursday, August 18th Musicfest!
Let us welcome back musician Roberta Fabiano as she performs music of the 1960’s at 1:30pm. Refreshments will follow at 2:30pm for your pleasure and enjoyment ‐ Ice Cream and Brownies!
Friday, August 19th !!Happy Hour!!
SNAP’s famous Friday afternoon Happy Hour will be held between 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm!!! You will enjoy the spirited and musical entertainment of Francine & Joel! Snack on a wide assortment of chips and nibbles. Enjoy the company of your friends in the happy COOL comfort of SNAP. Don’t miss this once a month FUN experience ($2.00 contribution for a not to be missed experience)!
Friday, August 26th Hawaiian Luau!
Join us in your grass skirts and Hawaiian shirt for SNAP’s Hawaiian Luau. A contribution of $5.00 entitles you to a most pleasurable day at SNAP in the company of your friends. The day’s activities will include: 8:30 am Breakfast: Orange Juice Kaiser Rolls, Bagels or Muffins with Margarine and Assorted Jelly Assorted Danishes Banana Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate
11:00 am: Hula Dancing with Luau Dance Aloha. Also Games!! Raffles!! Prizes!! 12:30 pm: Lunch Chicken Hawaiian Brown Rice with Mushrooms Kale with Lemon Cantaloupe Pineapple Juice
1:30 pm: Dessert Coconut Cream Pie Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate
On Tuesday, August 30th August Birthday Party!!
Happy Birthday to you…Happy Birthday to you…Happy Birthday, Happy Birthday, Happy Birthday to you!!!
Celebrate your birthday with SNAP and share in the festivities of the day at our monthly birthday
party. Music will be provided by DJ Gary for your listening and dancing pleasure. BIRTHDAY CAKE AND ICE CREAM will be served after a delicious lunch of Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes and Spinach. If you have an August birthday, please remember to sign your name to receive a small gift and to be recognized at the party. Let us all celebrate together with joy and delight!
YOU ROCK, CAROLE VAHEY!!!
A Special Thank you to Carole Vahey and her daughter Debby Schwartz for their undeniable continued support of SNAP. Knowing our situation with the new building and the countless expenditures that keep adding up, much like buying a new home - Carole Vahey came to the rescue! Carole spoke to her daughter, Debby Schwartz about SNAP’s hardships and Debby leveraged her mother’s nudging into $15,000 from 3 different foundations! – Buchbinder & Warren, Inc., The Luminescence Foundation and Susan Buchbinder. With these funds, we will be able to purchase some new kitchen equipment to continue cooking delicious meals for everyone! Thank you again, Carole and Debby!
AUGUST 2016 SCHEDULED EVENTS Wednesday, August 3rd: 9:00 am: Breakfast with Friends! Enjoy a hearty breakfast and conversation with friends for $2.50, or you can
have our breakfast and lunch combo for only $4.50 10:00 am: Local trip to Chocolate Works
Thursday, August 4th: 11:00 am: Senior Summer Olympics Kick‐Off: Passing the Torch! Tuesday, August 9th: 9:00 am: Holocaust Museum Trip to Queens 1:00pm: Movie Afternoon in Multi‐Purpose Room (Viewer’s Choice), Snacks will be available, $2.00 per person Wednesday, August 10th: 10:00 am: Haircuts with Marilyn Thursday, August 11th: 11:00 am: Diversity Program “Women’s Equality” 12:00 pm: Senior Summer Olympic Games Part II Monday, August 15th: 9:45 am: Advisory Board Meeting Tuesday, August 16th: 9:00 am: Charlie Brown the Musical Trip 10:00 am: Haircuts with Marilyn Thursday, August 18th: 11:00 am: Senior Summer Olympic Games Part III 12:00 pm: Discussion on Fully Integrated Dual Advantage Program 1:30pm: MusicFest presents music from the 60’s Friday, August 19th: 1:30pm: Happy Hour with music provided by Francine & Joel Entertainment, $2.00 per person Tuesday, August 23rd: Senior Summer Olympic Games Closing Day – Trophy Distribution Wednesday, August 24th: 10:00 am: Alley Pond Environmental Trip Thursday, August 25th: 10:00 am: MetroBus is here! 11:00 am: Immunization Awareness Seminar with Nurse Mindy Friday, August 26th: 11:00 am: SNAP’s Annual Luau! Join us for a fun‐filled day of Hula Dancing, music, raffles and games.
Tuesday, August 30th: 10:30 am: Birthday Party with music provided by Gary the DJ. Wednesday, August 31st: 10:30 am: QCP Bellerose Day Habilitation Program presents: “PJ’s Super Singers”. Performance lead by music therapist Ms. Ingber.
Center Director's Message This August marks my first full year here at SNAP, and what a year it has been! I have had the opportunity to meet so many wonderful people, interesting personalities and caring hearts. With the help of so many people, I have been able to create and maintain a variety of successful programs throughout the year. As the years evolve, I will continue to rely on the amazing and out of the box ideas I receive from members. For the month of August, we will be celebrating Women’s Equality, the Olympic Games, and of course, SNAP’s Annual Luau. I hope to see all of you participate in each event.
Warmest Regards, Nina Bhola
A Message from the Advisory Board
At the board meeting held on August 18, 2016, many topics were discussed such as:
Welcoming of new members
Price increases for the Thrift Shop and Coffee Club items. It was agreed that the increases were necessary for the good of the center.
Since meals are such an important part for all members, we spoke about a few topics:
The quality of the food
New ideas for lunch tickets
Members’ personalities when they get hungry. As I have mentioned before, this is a home away from home and we are all here to enjoy our times together in the center. There is no need for being rude, or unkind. Everyone, will get to eat a nice meal. We just need to be a bit patient. Keep in mind, that meal times are set in accordance with the kitchen staff who prepare about 550 meals a day for center members and homebound seniors. It is not an easy task and they do a wonderful job of it.
Nina introduced her new intern Eileen to the board. Welcome to SNAP! Nina has instituted new programs for the members to attend, and they all seem to increase interest. Mindy also has quite a few discussion groups for the center. The recent jewelry sale went very well and the fundraising committee consisting of Andrea, Elsie, Kiki, and Nancy Schwarz did a wonderful job of selling. Problems that arise at the center which cause disruption of any kind should immediately be brought to Nina’s attention. Once again, I will remind everyone of the necessity of keeping SNAP clean and problem free. Please consider volunteering, it is so spiritually rewarding. Thank you all.
Carole Vahey, President
SNAP OF EASTERN QUEENS
INNOVATIVE TRIPS We want to hear from YOU! Let us know what types of trips and outings you are interested in and we will look into your suggestions. SNAP can also provide local trips with our SNAP vans to the movies, shopping or cultural outings to museums, zoos, or gardens. Let’s hop on the van for a day of adventure.
SENIOR CENTER TRIPS ‐ FOR TRIPS LISTED BELOW, PLEASE SEE SHERRY ROBINSON
Thurs., Aug. 18 Kruckers Picnic Grove, Pomona, NY – $78.00/pp
CULTURAL EXCURSIONS ‐ FOR TRIPS LISTED BELOW, PLEASE SEE NINA or EILEEN
Wed., Aug 3 Chocolate Works & Trader Joe’s $28.00 pp (Garden City): Enjoy the smells and tastes of
delicious chocolate. Satisfy your sweet tooth, learn how to make molds, see a movie, and then do a little shopping. Seats are limited, so make sure to sign up early! Bus leaves at 10:00 am. Arrive early, so that you can have your breakfast before departure. Trip includes: Transportation, Admission, and a Box Meal.
Tues., Aug 9 Holocaust Museum Trip $12.00 pp (Queens Borough College):
Trip includes: Admission, Transportation and a Box Meal.
Tues., Aug 16 Charlie Brown Musical $15.00 pp (Richmond Hill):
Trip includes: Admission, Transportation and a Box Meal.
Wed., Aug 24 Alley Pond Environmental Center $20.00pp: Enjoy a nice day out, while viewing and possibly
petting a few animals. Become one with nature on a walk, and don’t forget your bug spray!
Bus leaves at 10:00 am. Arrive early, so that you can have your breakfast before departure.
Trip includes: Transportation, Admission, and a Box Meal.
Tues., Sep 6 Louis Armstrong House Museum $16.00 pp (Corona):
Trip includes: Tour, Transportation and a Box Meal.
Wed., Sep 21 Cradle of Aviation Museum $20.00 pp (Garden City):
Trip includes: Guided Tour, Transportation and a Box Meal.
**REMEMBER**
Sign up in advance. Prices and dates are subject to change. When there is a coach bus, or school bus used for a trip, there are NO VAN PICK UPS
SNAP Senior Olympic Games August 4: 11:00 am: Opening Games and Passing the Torch walk. 11:30 am: We will be separating participants into 4 teams: Yellow, Red, Blue and Green. A minimum of 5 people per team. First day of games will include Chair Volleyball Games and Bean Bag Toss. August 11: 11:00 am: Badminton Event 12:00 pm: Discus Throwing Event August 18: 11:00 am: Relay Race 12:00 pm: Javelin Toss August 23:
11:00 am: Closing day Wii Bowling Tournament and Trophy distribution
SNAP’S VIEWER’S CHOICE MOVIE AFTERNOON
Tuesday, August 9th, SNAP will hold a movie afternoon for $2.00 per person. Snacks will be available. Viewers will have choice of one of the following: Option #1
“Brooklyn” (2015) Based on a best‐selling novel, Brooklyn is a warm and wonderful story about falling in love…and finding your way home.
Option #2
“The Age of Adaline” (2015) A young woman, born at the turn of the 20th century, is rendered ageless after an accident. After many solitary years, she meets a man who complicates the eternal life she has settled into.
Option #3
“One Day” (2011) Two acquaintances get a glimpse of the lives they might lead together, or apart. It’s a very complicated love story.
SUPPORT GROUPS AT SNAP
SNAP is pleased to offer several support groups for the senior community. Recognizing the importance of having a safe, comfortable and confidential space to share your thoughts and feelings, SNAP offers the following groups:
Men’s Discussion Group, Mondays at 11:00 AM
Women’s Discussion Group, Wednesdays at 11:00AM
Reminiscence Group, Tuesdays at 10:00AM
Caregiver Spouses Support Group 1st Wednesday of Month 10:30AM
Alert and Alive 3rd Monday of the Month, 10:00AM
Beyond the Barriers, Tuesdays at 10:00AM
THANK YOU!
Thank you to Mary Siska for her donation to SNAP in honor of her 90th Birthday!!!!
PLEASE REMEMBER SNAP IN YOUR WILL OR TRUST
There are many ways to give to charity and good causes. Bequests can serve as a memorial to honor the memory of a loved one, or establish a fund for a particular aspect of SNAP. Bequests are often a final communication one has with descendants, a way of demonstrating your values and setting an example for your heirs. A planned gift or bequest to SNAP helps you to determine your legacy in a truly meaningful way and have a profound impact on the future of the organization. Please remember SNAP so that we can continue to provide important services to others in our community. If you have any questions, you may call Ronald J. Schwartz, Elder Law Attorney at (718) 347‐6100.
ADVERTISEMENTS HERE: Next time you want to wish someone well, or make an announcement – for suggested donation, you can say it here! Anything from:
WELL WISHES
THANK YOU’s
BIRTHDAYS
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
ADVERTISEMENTS
ANNOUCEMENTS
See Nina for more information.
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