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NOVEMBER,March, FranklinFranklin SeniorSenior Center’sCenter’s MonthlyMonthly NewsletterNewsletter 2018
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The Franklin “DEMENTIA CONVERSATIONS, ” LEARN MORE ABOUT Senior Center FRANKLIN RIDGE HOUSING 10 DANIEL MCCAHILL ST. FIRST OF A 3-PART SERIES
FRANKLIN, MA 02038
PHONE: 508-520-4945 Join us on Thurs., April 2, at 6:00 p.m., FAX: 508-520-4917 Learn more about the planned, new 60 when the Alzheimer’s Association will units of affordable rental senior housing OPEN MON-FRI present this program. When someone called Franklin Ridge Senior Housing on 8:30am - 4:00pm shows signs of dementia, it’s time to talk. Thurs., March 12 at 10:00 a.m. This pro- http://www.franklinma.gov/ Often, conversations with family about fsc ject has just completed the municipal changing behaviors can be challenging permitting and is now awaiting state and uncomfortable. This program offers funding. The Franklin Municipal Afford- BEN’S BOUNTY tips on how to have honest and caring able Housing Trust Fund has also com- GIFT SHOP conversations to address some of the mitted to help fund this project. Jon 10AM-2PM most common issues. Topics covered in Juhl, of Juhl Associates, the Project De- the program include: Going to the Doc- GREAT veloper, will be here along with the BARGAINS! tor, Deciding When to Stop Driving and building architect to review the project, Making Legal and Financial Plans. Two which is sited off Veterans Memorial other programs will follow: Effective Drive. Call to sign up for this presenta- Communication Strategies on May 5 tion and learn more about this exciting and Dementia Related Behaviors on June new housing option. 2. Please call to sign up. Common Grounds
Café FASHIONS IN THE Breakfast 8:30-10AM
Lunch 11:30-1:00PM GOLDEN AGE OF HOLLYWOOD
Karen (Ren) Antonowicz of Spirits of Fashion returns on Tues., March 31 at 11:00 a.m., to present this fascinating look at the glamorous fashions on the silver screen dur- ing the ‘30s, ‘40s, ‘50s. This era was not only glamorous and influential, but was en- joyed as an “escape” from the problems of these decades. In the depression era, folks could attend the movies as a way to forget their current circumstances, while the films OPEN DAILY served as both escapism and news reporting during the long years of World War II. FOR BREAKFAST Finally, the 1950s movies continued to show elegant fashions that were inspiring to the & LUNCH audiences of that period, but the advent of television caused fashion influence to be split between the silver screen and the smaller TV in America’s homes. Join us as we travel through these fascinating decades and enjoy a glimpse into the glamour of that golden age. Please call to sign up for this event. The Senior Center Café is closed on 3/6 & 3/13
Daily Activities...
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
9:00 AM 9:00 AM 8:30 -11:00 AM 8:30 AM -12:00 PM 9:30 HAIRDRESSER/ CRIBBAGE BLOOD PRESSURE BLOOD PRESSURE HAND & FOOT BARBER & SUGAR TESTING & SUGAR TESTING $8men/$10Women 9:30 AM 10:00 AM 9:00 AM CHAIR EXERCISE 9:00 AM WOODCARVING 9:30 AM $2 CLASS TRAILBLAZERS CRIBBAGE WALKING CLUB 11:30 am MEXICAN TRAIN BUSY BEES WALKING CLUB DOMINOES T.O.P.S. HAND & FOOT 9:30 AM 9:30 AM TAKING OFF POUNDS 9:30 AM (CARDS) S.H.I.N.E.; HEALTH BUSY BEES SENSIBLY, ITALIAN INSURANCE $32/YEAR DUES CHAIR EXERCISE COUNSELLING CONVERSATION 10:00 AM $2/CLASS SPANISH (BY APPT.) 1:00 PM GROUP CONVERSATION 10:00 AM POKENO
10:00 AM 10:00 AM DISCUSSION QUILTING GROUP 1:00 PM MANICURES $8 ASIAN MAH JONG - every other week KNITTING PODIATRY CLINIC 11:00 AM CALL FOR APPT. 3RD FRIDAY SCRABBLE CARDIO, 10:30 AM STRETCH, UKULELE CLASS 11:00 AM CHAIR YOGA/$3 2:00 PM CARDIO, STRETCH, STRENGTH, SILVERTONES 11:00 AM STRENGTH, & 1PM & BALANCE CHORAL GROUP BOOK DISCUSSION BALANCE POUND FITNESS $3 GP; 1st Monday $3 $3 1:00 PM OPEN ART STUDIO 1:00 PM 12:30 PM 1:00 PM TOURS OF AMERICAN MAH LEGAL SERVICES HAIRDRESSER/ BINGO!!! THE SENIOR JONG (3RD TUES) BARBER
BRIDGE CENTER 1:00 PM $8men/$10Women 1:00 PM BINGO!!! 1:15 PM OFFERED CHAIR 1:00 PM TAI CHI ON VOLLEYBALL QUILTING LINE DANCING $2 $3/CLASS TUESDAYS & 1:00 PM 1:15 PM CHAIR VOLLEYBALL 1:00 PM THURSDAYS: CRIBBAGE MOVIE MATINEE SENIOR FIBROMYALGIA (See page 5) INSTRUCTION SCRIBBLERS SUPPORT GROUP 9am to Noon
1:00 PM 3/26 6:00 PM 4:00 PM CHESS 1ST & 3RD CRIBBAGE TUESDAY CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP 2ND & 4TH WED
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MON., MAR. 2: PAGE TURNERS BOOK CLUB discusses Stories From the Shadows by J. O’Connell at 11:00 a.m. Call for more info.
WED., MAR. 4: ATTENTION VETERANS! Enjoy coffee & visit with fellow veterans at 10 a.m. Call (508) 613-1315 to sign up. WED., MAR. 4: BALANCE ASSESSMENTS will be provided at 11:30 a.m. by FYZICAL Dizziness
& Fall Prevention using new computerized technology to determine your balance issues . Call to sign up.
FRI., MAR. 6 & MAR. 20: HELP WITH SMART PHONES & TABLETS at 2:00 p.m. with savvy students from the Horace Mann Middle School; please call to sign up.
TUES., MAR. 10: LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP at 1:00 p.m., we will explore the many benefits of Smart Speaker (e.g., Alexa) technology for those with low vision. Please call to sign up.
WED., MAR. 11: BALANCE & STABILITY CLASS with Nurse Trish at 11:15 a.m., for 5 weeks, thru 4/8. Learn how to improve your balance and prevent falls. Call to sign up. WED., MAR. 11: “TAKING AN INVENTORY OF YOUR HEARING LOSS” at 1:00 p.m., to help you identify your needs and select the right components for your particular issues before you buy a hearing aide. Call to sign up.
THURS., MAR. 12: FRANKLIN RIDGE HOUSING PRESENTATION at 10:00 a.m.; see page 1.
FRI., MAR. 13: 50+ JOB SEEKERS NETWORKING GROUP, “NAVIGATING YOUR WAY TO A NEW CAREER!” from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. To register, call Erin Rogers at (508) 520-4945 or email: [email protected] FRI., MAR. 13: ST. PATRICK’S PARTY with THE BLACK VELVET IRISH BAND at 10:30 a.m. A great Irish band and be sure to wear your green! Lunch is Shepherds pie or Fish & Chips and tickets ($6) are available now!
THUR., MAR. 26: GARY HYLANDER at 10:30 a.m. Gary reviews The Boston Massacre, which energized anti- British sentiment and paved the way for the American Revolution. Please call to sign up. THUR., MAR. 26: AUDIO BOOK CLUB at 1:00 p.m. This club enables people to listen to books instead of read- ing them from the page. This new Audio Book Club reads the same books as the Franklin Public Library’s Book Club, but we meet during the day. This month we will be reading Nickel Boys, by Colson Whitehead. For more information, please contact Maggie at the Senior Center at 508-520-4945.
FRI., MAR. 27: 50+ JOB SEEKERS NETWORKING GROUP, “YOU MUST GIVE TO GET!”, from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. To register, call Erin Rogers at (508) 520-4945 or email: [email protected] FRI., MAR. 27: MINDFULNESS MEDITATION with Kerry Paulhus, at 11:00 a.m. This session will run for 6 weeks and is $18 ($3 per class). Join us and learn how to de-stress for better health! Payment due upon sign up. FRI., MAR. 27: YELLOW DOT PROGRAM with the NORFOLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE at 11:00 a.m. The Yel- low Dot decal provides EMT’s with quick access to your medical and emergency contact information in the event of an accident and/or health emergency. Yellow Dot info and packets will be distributed. Call to sign up.
MON., MAR. 30: MEMORY CAFÉ at 3:00 p.m. A time when people living with dementia and their care part- ners enjoy social interaction. Join us this month when students will help us with a fun craft; call to sign up.
TUES., MAR. 31: FASHIONS OF HOLLYWOOD at 11:00 a.m. with Karen Antonowicz; see page 1. TUES., MAR. 31: DEAN COLLEGE INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS CULTURAL EXCHANGE at 4:00 p.m. International students from Dean College will review various aspects of their countries and cultures. Call to sign up. THURS., APR. 2: “DEMENTIA CONVERSATIONS” presented by the Alzheimer’s Association at 6 p.m.; see page 1.
UPCOMING & ONGOING: CAFÉ CONNECT: Join us on Thurs., April 16 at 4:00 p.m., for a monthly Supper Social for LGBT seniors, friends and allies of the LGBT community. For more information, call Erin Rogers. SPRING FLING at FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL is planned for Sun., Apr.26 at the Franklin High School at 10am. National Honor Society students host a free luncheon with entertainment and games! Call to sign up.
Caregivers Corner...
THE SUNSHINE CLUB offers frail elders individual attention and socialization. Fun activities, lively discussions and gentle exercise make for a stimulating day. If you care for a loved one who is frail, socially isolated, or living with dementia, call Ariel Doggett or Donna Haynes at 508 520-4945.
COMPANION CAREGIVERS IN-HOME RESPITE PROGRAM offers a screened, trained Com- panion to stay with your loved one, providing socialization and stimulation for your loved one and respite for you. The first visit is free and scholarship funding may be available. For more information, call Ariel at 508 520-4945.
CAREGIVER’S SUPPORT GROUP is scheduled on March 11 & March 25, at 4:00 p.m., and supports caregivers regardless of attendance at the Sunshine Club. Please call to schedule on-site Respite care if needed.
MEMORY CAFÉ is offered on Monday, March 30, at 3:00 p.m. The Café offers those living with dementia and their care partners a time for informal conversation, refreshments and enjoyable activities. Join us this month for lots of fun with Jug of Punch, an upbeat Irish music duo. Wear your green & bring your blarney! Call to sign up.
VISION or HEARING IMPAIRED? In Appreciation... The Stella Jeon Low Vision Assistance Center THE FRIENDS OF FRANKLIN ELDERS for donating offers free training on equipment & funds for postage for mailing our newsletter and technology to help those with low vision with coffee at the Center. daily tasks. We offer one-on-one FRANKLIN FIREFIGHTERS for hosting a St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon. classes and state-of-the art equipment. BETH MUCCIARONE for donating plants to the Cen-
JOIN US! The Senior Center’s new audio book ter for party gifts. club enables people to listen to books instead JANICE GRISI for a generous donation in memory of of reading them from a page. The club reads ANNE GRONCKI. HARRO & SUZANNE WEISE for a generous donation the same books as the Franklin Public Library’s in memory of DAVID SUTCLIFFE and in honor of book club, but we meet during the day. We will PEARCE MURPHY. be reading Nickel Boys, by Colson Whitehead in BENJAMIN FRANKLIN CHARTER SCHOOL for do- February. For more information contact Mag- nating Valentine’s candy bags. gie at the Senior Center at 508-520-4945. JOHN F. KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL for delivering Valentines. Low Vision Support Group at 1:00 p.m.
Tues., Mar. 10, we will explore the many ben- efits of Smart Speaker (e.b., Alexa) technology HOME DELIVERED MEALS, CALL: for those with low vision. Please call to sign up. TRI-VALLEY, INC., 1-800-286-6640
Hearing Loss Support Program at 1:00 p.m. GATRA TRANSPORTATION, CALL: Wed., Mar. 11: “Taking an Inventory of Your KIESSLING TRANSIT, 1-800-698-7676 Hearing Loss”, can help you identify your particu- lar hearing needs and select the right components for your particular issues before purchasing a hear- CHECK OUT OUR NEW ing aid . Please call to sign up. DVD LENDING LIBRARY We use the honor system but feel free to take DVD’s home, watch & return. Enjoy! Information & Referral... WANT TO LOWER YOUR MEDICARE COSTS? The income and asset limits for the Massachusetts Medicare Sav- ings Program have increased significantly, which will make thousands of Massachusetts Medicare Beneficiar- ies eligible for this valuable benefit. The income for a single person went up to $1,738 and for a married cou- ple, to $2,346. Asset limits will double, going up to $15,780 for a single person and $23,600 for a married cou- ple. The program pays your monthly Part B Premium ($144.60 for 2020). You will also be eligible for Extra Help from Social Security to help pay for prescription drug costs. Call the Center to make a SHINE appointment or download an application at: shinema.org.
TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS IN FRANKLIN: (to arrange a ride with GATRA, call 1-800-698-7676) GATRA DIAL-A-RIDE offers handicapped accessible, door to door, transportation for elderly and disabled residents to surrounding towns. Rides are $1.75 each way but a bus pass for 10 rides can be purchased at the Senior Center for $10, a $7.50 discount. Passes are subsidized by the Friends of Franklin Elders. GATRA FRANKLIN AREA BUS provides bus route transportation through Franklin on a specified route. Rid- ers wait at a designated stop. The cost is .75 per ride for elderly and disabled residents. GATRA MILES FOR HEALTH offers long distance medical transportation to Boston, Burlington, Framing- ham, Newton-Wellesley and Worcester for elderly and disabled individuals at a cost of $10 each way. FISH provides free transportation to Franklin residents for medical appointments through a network of volunteers. For more information, call (508) 528-2121.
THE CIRCUIT BREAKER TAX CREDIT can mean money in your pocket! For homeowners 65 and over, the credit is equal to the amount by which the taxpayer's property tax payments, including water and sewer charges, ex- ceeds 10% of the taxpayer's total income, for the taxable year. For renters, the credit is equal to the amount by which 25% of the rent paid, exceeds 10% of the taxpayer's total income for the taxable year. For tax year 2019, the maximum credit amount is $1,130. You must file taxes to receive this credit. Call the Center for more info.
RESPITE CARE GRANTS OFFERED TO CAREGIVERS: Home Instead is offering respite care grants for families who cannot afford to hire home care help. The goal of these home care grants is to provide exceptional home care to families affected by dementia and to give these families much needed support and rest. They are not income-based – no specific finances are requested. Family caregivers can apply online at https://www.helpforalzheimersfamilies.com/get-help/hilarity-for-charity Terrific Trips... Monday Matinee
Free Movies & Popcorn at 1:15 pm APR. ENCORE CASINO, EVERETT, Exciting $29 per per- 27 new casino offers slots, table games, son includes MAR. 2: PLAYING WITH FIRE (PG) When firefighters res- polka and more in an elegant setting transp; due- cue siblings from a fire, they get more than they bargained with spectacular views. by 3/27. for; with John Cena & John John Leguizamo.
APR. THE CORVETTES DOO WOP REVUE - $69 pp; all MAR. 9: A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD (PG) 28 at Lake Pearl, Wrentham. Hear your inclusive; When a reporter meet Fred Rogers, the interview takes a great Doo Wop favorites from The Stuffed Chix strange turn; with Tom Hanks & Matthew Rhys.
Drifters, The Platters, The Marvel- Breast or MAR. 16: KNIVES OUT (PG-13) A crime novelist is found lettes, The Shirelles, and more!. Baked Scrod dead and a detective determines that the dead man's Drive on your own event. nurse can identify the killer; with Daniel Craig & Toni Collette.
MAY CAROLE KING TRIBUTE at the Dan- $94 pp; all MAR. 23: BOMBSHELL (R) The explosive story of the 20 versport Yacht Club, Danvers. Deb inclusive. women who brought down the man who created Fox DeLucca performs “Home Again”, Stuffed Chix News; with Charlize Theron & Nicole Kidder.
her tribute to Carole King, capturing Breast or MAR. 30: MIDWAY (PG-13) Epic saga about the Battle of the spirit of this unique time in musi- Baked Midway, a pivotal turning point in WWII; with Woody Har- cal history. Scrod. relson & Mandy Moore.
BIG NEWS TO ADVERTISE IN THE FRANKLIN CONNECTION, call 508 528-4988 FRIENDS OF FRANKLIN ELDERS, INC.
The Friends of Franklin Elders, Inc. (FOFE) is a pri- vate, non-profit organization whose purpose is to MEMORIALS DONATIONS provide funds for programs, services, and equip- ment for the Franklin Senior Center that cannot be Janet Y. Jewett in memory of Christiane Y. provided by state or local government. The Friends Goguen raise funds through membership fees, donations, Irene H. Allison in memory of Francis Allison and special events. Our next meeting is Friday, Mar. Louise Breed in memory of Joseph & Mary Lozzi, 27, at 9:30 a.m. The public is welcome to attend. Arthur & Julia Breed & Mark Young Joannah Brunelli in memory of Peter Brunelli MEMORIALS DONATIONS Kathleen Gookin in memory of Jules Martin Louise C. Vozzella in memory of Joseph P. Barbara Ann Kelly in memory of John D. Kelly, Jr. Vozzella Lorraine Schratz in memory of Patricia Townsend Catherine Gianetti in memory of Albert Gianetti Judith Ferland in memory of Randall & & Melo Family Alice Berndt Jacqueline R. Higgins in memory of Josie Medal Paul L. Holst, Jr. in memory of Margaret Holst Linda Huempfner in memory of Alice Dunn Elizabeth Picard in memory of Edward Picard Anthony Luzzo in memory of Geraldine Luzzo & Bob Miller in memory of Bob Vail Bruno Luzzo, Rose Toscano & Anna Rago Marylou Degnim in memory of Paul Degnim Mary T. MacDonald in memory of Francis J. Clarice Cargill in memory of David Cargill MacDonald Ralph Masi in memory of Phyllis Masi & Anne Bissanti in memory of Tony Bissanti Elisabeth Masi Donna Cupelo in memory of Angela Chevalier &
Nora Minnichelli in memory of Helen Boghosian Bill Cupelo, Sr. & Anthony Minnichelli Ann Boulanger in memory of Paul E. Boulanger
Tony Mucciarone in memory of Joanne Ann (Nancy) McCarthy in memory of Betty Mucciarone Villiard, John H. McCarthy, Sharon McCarthy-
Hilary Perry in memory of Geoff Perry Ballou Catherine & George Mansfield in memory of Stanley & Margaret Rozak in memory of Alta John E. “Jack” Crehan Zinchuk
Marie Santoro in memory of Nick Santoro GENEROUS DONATIONS Ann E Seymour in memory of Donald J. Seymour Claire & Walter Vaughan in memory of Sheila, Lyle & Carol WIcker Sue & Marlene John & Marie Daddario
Deborah C. VonRueden in memory of Paul D’Amelio Mary Curran Diane & Bill Howard
Carol Belcher in memory of Allan Belcher, Sr. Charles & Jane Maguire Carol Ross Margaret Holland in memory of George Murch Judith Murphy Pierina D’Ascenzo in memory of Dominic & Paul Susan & Joseph Leary D’Ascenzo Dick Neal Joanne Roche in memory of Neil J. Roche Virginia McBride FRANKLIN COUNCIL ON AGING Friends of Franklin Elders, Inc. Pre-Sorted c/o Franklin Council on Aging Standard Officers: 10 Daniel McCahill Street Franklin, MA Chairman……..………………....Bob Crowley Permit No. 13 Vice-Chairman (Interim)……….. Janet Milici Franklin, MA 02038 Secretary………….……………..Lyn O’Brien Members: Faith Flaherty, Mary Hick, Ron Higginbottom, Ken Norman, Lester Quan & Suzanne Wade
Staff:
Certified Director ..…………....……...Karen Alves Program Coordinator…….…….…….Sue Barbour Vet’s Agent…………………….....……..Dale Kurtz
Social Svc. Coordinators..…...Maggie Gundersen & Erin Rogers Franklin Senior Center Supportive Day Coordinator…..….Donna Haynes “Independence, Engagement & Connection!” Respite Coordinator……………….. Ariel Doggett Supportive Day Prg. Asst………Karen Calabrese The Franklin Council on Aging meets on the second Tuesday of the month at Health & Wellness Nurse………….Trish Collatos 10 :00 a.m. This is an open meeting; the public is invited to attend. Receptionists………..……….…..…...Claire Lewis & Gloria Gelineau The mission of the Franklin Council on Aging is to enhance the independence and Grill Cook…………………...………...Paul Ledwith quality of life for Franklin older adults by: Companions…..Susan LaRosa, Susan Iodice & Identifying the needs of this population and creating programs that meet Jeanette Thornhill those needs. Offering the knowledge, tools and opportunities to promote mental, social and
physical well-being. The Franklin Connection is distributed with Advocating for relevant programs and services in our community. funds provided by the Executive Office Serving as a community focal point for aging issues and as liaison to local, of Elder Affairs, and the Friends of state and Federal resources for older adults and their families. Franklin Elders, Inc. AND ON THE LIGHTER SIDE...
IRISH INSIGHT
St. Patrick was a gentleman Always remember to forget
Who through strategy and stealth, The troubles that passed away.
Drove all the snakes from Ireland. But never forget to remember
Here's toasting to his health. The blessings that come each day. But not too many toastings Lest you lose yourself and then Forget the good St. Patrick May your right hand always And see all those snakes again. Be stretched out in friendship.
CELEBRITY QUOTES
“My doctor told me that I need to stop having intimate dinners for four unless there are three other people there.” ―Orson Welles “A woman is like a tea bag; you never know how strong it is until it's in hot water.” ― Eleanor Roosevelt “A lie can travel half way around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes.” — Mark Twain “How many people here have telekinetic powers? If you do, raise my hand.” ―Emo Phillips