MAYFIELD VILLAGE HUMAN SERVICES NEWSLETTER 6621 Wilson Mills Road PHONE: 440-919-2332

FAX: 440-919-0207 www.mayfieldvillage.com MAY/JUNE 2009

MAYFIELD VILLAGE SCAM ALERT INSIDE THIS ISSUE: RESIDENTS The “Scam Artists” are back! Mark your calendars— Community Shred Page 2 One of our residents was Day • Mayfield Village informed that he was part of a Community Shred Day: group that would share Meals on Wheels Page 2 Saturday, May 16 millions of dollars. He had to Senior Stroll 9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. wire money as a transaction Page 3 • Anniversary Party fee to process his winnings. for Villagers age 60+: This was done several times. AARP Safe Driving Page 3 Saturday, May 30 Suffice it to say there were no 1:00—4:00 p.m. winnings. Anniversary Party Page 3

For details about these events that are exclusively for residents of Mayfield NEVER SEND MONEY Card-Making Page 3 Village, please see pages 2 & 3. TO CLAIM PRIZES ! ABC Village Quilters Page 4

FREE VISION REHAB SENIOR SPEAKER Mayfield Community Page 4 PROGRAM—EnVision SERIES Education Classes Independence East All adults ages 50 and over are Trips—MV Parks & Page 4 Recreation The Sight Center has invited to attend these free created a vision rehabilitation informational programs held at the Trips—MV Human Page 5 program which will enable seniors Mayfield Village Community Services with vision loss to remain safe and Room, 6621 Wilson Mills Road. Transportation — independent. This free program is Wednesday, May 6—2 p.m. Page 5 offered at Villa Serena in Mayfield Hillcrest Hospital How to Remain Independent Heights. with Limited Vision Computer Classes Page 6 In order to participate in this presented by the Cleveland program one must be over 55, able to Sight Center. Healthwise Page 7 participate in five-hour training Connection— Wednesday, June 3—2 p.m. sessions (with breaks), have no Real Choices Regarding major social or medical barriers such Long Term Care Public Radio Page 7 as total deafness, dementia, or active presented by AARP. alcoholism. Mailing List Updates Page 7 Wednesday, July 1st—2 p.m. The classes meet twice each week Summer Food Safety Ongoing Activities & Page 8 for seven weeks. presented by the Cuyahoga County Programs To learn more about this program Board of Health. Progressive Fitness and eligibility criteria contact Debi Page 8 Center Welsby at (216) 658-4674 or attend Please call to let us know if you our Senior Speaker program May 6 will be attending, or for more Homeowners—Having Page 8 Work Done…. at 2 p.m. See adjacent article. information: 440.919.2332. HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT NEWSLETTER PAGE 2

HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT MAYFIELD VILLAGE COMMUNITY SHRED DAY The Human Services Department is located Where: Parking lot of the in the rear of the Community Room at 6621 Mayfield Village Civic Center Wilson Mills Road. The entrance to the 6622 Wilson Mills Road, (Corner department is on the southwest side of the of SOM Center and Wilson Mills) building. When: Saturday, May 16 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Director of Human Services: Eunice G. Kalina, M.A. Residents may bring as many as five storage boxes of paper to shred. The shredding truck will be in the

Administrative Assistant: parking lot and you can either get out of your car and watch through the camera or have a Donna J. Roman representative unload your documents for you. It is Commission on Aging Members: not necessary to remove staples, paper clips, or binder clips. Marge Hutchinson, Bob Perna, Jan Perna, Ruth Petche, and Marie Urbancic Documents will be shredded on-site by Iron Mountain. Patsy Mills 2009 Council Representative: Contact 440-461-2210 with any questions.

HILLCREST MEALS ON WHEELS

PROGRAM The Hillcrest Meals on VOLUNTEERS Wheels Program NEEDED is available to The Hillcrest Meals residents of Mayfield L to R: Jan Perna, Marge Hutchinson, Bob on Wheels Program Village and the is in need of Perna, Ruth Petche, and Marie Urbancic. Hillcrest area who are volunteers. If you homebound or unable are interested in MAYFIELD VILLAGE HUMAN to shop and/or cook volunteering as little for themselves. Meals SERVICES DEPARTMENT— as two hours a week, are provided five days SOCIAL SERVICES contact Dottie Goldstein, Program a week. If you are a resident of Mayfield Village in Coordinator, at If you are need of social service information (i.e. 440-449-3551. interested in this whether or not you qualify for MEALS ON The office is open service, please call WHEELS, OPTIONS FOR ELDERS, Monday through Eunice Kalina, HEAP AND/OR PASSPORT, ETC.), please Friday between Mayfield Village contact us for assistance. Our office hours 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Human Services Your help would Director, at are Monday—Friday, 8:30 a.m.—4:30 p.m. be sincerely 440-919-2332. Phone: 440-919-2332. appreciated. HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT NEWSLETTER PAGE 3

SENIOR STROLL ANNIVERSARY PARTY Begin your day in a healthy way! Adults who are at Saturday, May 30 least 50 years of age and who are able to walk a mile 1 to 4 p.m. to a mile and a half in 30 minutes are invited to join Community Room others and walk through the park. (Always check with your physician before beginning a new exercise Doors open at program.) Your volunteer leader is Marie. The first 12:30 p.m. session began April 13. Reservations due SESSION II: Begins Monday, June 8. by May 15. WHEN: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.

TIME: Meet at the parking area at S.O.M. Enjoy a delicious luncheon and harp music Center Road and North Chagrin as you visit with neighbors and friends. All Parkway at 9:00 a.m. and walk for Mayfield Village residents who are at least about 45 minutes. 60 years of age are invited to celebrate the COST: $6 per 8-week session. 27th Anniversary of the Commission on Please call us at 440.919.2332 for more information. Aging. There is no charge to attend, but Registration Information: Page 7. reservations are required by Friday, May 15. Please call the Human Services AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS Department at 919.2332 with your name, address, and phone number. (See The AARP Driver Safety Program is the nation’s first and largest refresher course for additional registration options on page 7.) drivers ages 50 and older that has helped millions of drivers remain safe on today’s roads. There is no CARD-MAKING driving involved. Some insurance companies offer a discount to AARP Driver Safety Program graduates. AARP membership is not required to take the course When: 1st Thursday of each month and there is no final test to pass. Time: 9:00 a.m.—12:00 noon Cost: $18 per class includes NEW FORMAT: AARP has developed a new format instruction and materials. whereby the program is held in one session of four and Details: You will receive ten blank a half hours, and they now offer a discounted fee to cards with a packet of beautiful embellish- AARP members who present their membership cards ments for each card and rubber stamps for when they register. your use during class. Michelle, the instructor, Date: Wednesday, June 24 will offer ideas and tips to help you embellish 12:00—4:30 p.m. your cards. Come once, come often, or come MV Community Room whenever your schedule permits. Michelle Eligibility: Licensed Drivers ages 50 and over will bring ten cards with a different assortment Cost: $12 for AARP Members* of stamps and embellishments to each class so $14 for non-members. there will be a new variety each month. Hand- Please Note: Checks are payable to AARP. *To receive the made cards add a personal touch to your notes discounted rate, you must show your AARP membership and make great gifts. No experience card when you register. necessary! Deadline to Register: Friday, June 12, (or when we Registration Deadline: The Monday before reach the maximum number of students for the class.) the class you wish to attend. Registration Information: Page 7. Registration Information: Page 7. HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT NEWSLETTER PAGE 4

ABC VILLAGE QUILTERS MAYFIELD COMMUNITY EDUCATION & RECREATION Mayfield Community Education & Recreation offers an extensive variety of classes and programs for students of all ages—including seniors. Some of the classes for seniors are offered cooperatively with Mayfield Village Human Services Department. SENIORCIZE—Ages 55 plus Mondays, Wednesdays, and/or Fridays, 9-9:45 a.m. in the Mayfield Village Community Room. This fitness class is especially designed for the older adult to increase muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility. Come sweat to the oldies as we do low-impact exercises to burn calories and fat. Bring light hand weights, flex band, and water. We do not get down on the floor. Spring Session II—4 weeks beginning May 6. Please contact us for this course number and fee.

Summer Session—3 weeks beginning June 8. Course Number: U9E270. Summer fees: Two times a week—Fee:$25/Session/Mayfield Fifth graders from School District Residents; $29/Session/Non-School Center School District Residents. Three times a week—Fee: $38/ design and tie Session/ Mayfield School District Residents; $42/ quilts with the Session/Non-School District Residents. Sorry, special ABC Village pricing; no other senior discounts apply. Quilters. LINE DANCING—Ages 18 & up The ABC Village Quilters meet every Fridays, 9:45-10:45 a.m. at the Mayfield Village Com- Wednesday from 10:30 a.m.—1:00 p.m. at munity Room. Love to dance but don’t have a partner? the Mayfield Village Community Room, Need some exercise but keep putting it off? You can do 6621 Wilson Mills Road. Note: The group both if you join us for such dances at Country Walkin’, does not meet during the summer. Hardwood Stomp, Canadian Stomp, Lucky Strut, Stray

They meet with 4th graders one week and Cat Strut, Cowgirl Hustle, Electric Avenue, Waltz 5th graders the next. Quilts are given to Across Texas, Achy Breaky Heart and the Electric various hospitals and charitable Slide. Please contact us for these course numbers and organizations. fees. Spring Session II—4 weeks beginning May 15. Do you enjoy sewing or quilting? The Summer Session—3 weeks beginning June 12. group is always happy to welcome new For more information or to register, please contact helpers. Call Mayfield Village Human Mayfield Village Human Services at 440.919.2332 Services Department for more information. or Mayfield Community Education at 440.995.7600. Mayfield Village Parks & Recreation Department offers an extensive variety of trips. A few of the one-day charter bus trips on their spring/summer schedule are: Springtime in Cleveland (May 23—to Cleveland Botanical Gardens, etc. ); Wine Tasting and Tour of Trader Joe’s (May 26); The Dream Machines in Cleveland (June 10—to Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum and Macedonia Preservation Facility.) For fees and other details about these trips—or to register, call Mayfield Village Parks & Recreation Department at 440-461-5163. HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT NEWSLETTER PAGE 5

Offered by Mayfield Village PRESIDENTIAL GEM Human Services Department Hayes Presidential Center and Home Special Display: White House Gowns MUSIC, MUSIC, Red, Join us Friday, July 10 as we travel to Fremont, Hot… MUSIC Ohio to tour the home and Presidential Center of & Blue Friday, May 15. the 19th President of the United States, Rutherford As of this writing, a few openings remain. B. Hayes. See the gates which once adorned the White House and now grace the Hayes’ enclave. Delight in the variety of music—Big Band and Jazz— We will also view the special display of White from the 30’s to the 70’s by this ensemble from House gowns worn by various first ladies. Branson, Missouri. Enjoy a delicious, hot, sit down Lunch will be served by the Fremont Federation lunch at Carrie Cerino’s. Dietary restrictions honored. of Women at a private Victorian setting near the Hayes complex. With homemade rolls and We will leave from the Civic Center at 11 a.m. and dessert this promises to be a delectable dining return at approximately 4 p.m. experience. The cost of $60 includes lunch, entertainment, and We anticipate this trip to be a delightful day transportation. The deadline to register is Wednesday, leaving the Civic Center at 9 a.m. and returning May 6, or when sold out. See Registration Information at approximately 5:30 p.m. with coffee/rest stops on page 7. on the way to and from our destination. The total cost for this outing is $48.00. The deadline for MALTZ MUSEUM/ reservations is Wednesday, July 1 or when all ETON COLLECTION spots have been filled. See Registration Information on page 7. Join us Friday, June 19 for a guided tour of a special exhibit on loan from the Spy Museum in Washington, D.C. “The Enemy Within, Terror in America from TRANSPORTATION TO 1776-Present” is making its first appearance in Ohio at MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS the Maltz Museum in Beachwood. Hillcrest Hospital offers free transportation to There will also be time to visit the permanent medical appointments at eleven different medical collection of this outstanding new addition to facilities. The shuttle van operates weekdays from Cleveland’s cultural jewels. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Requirements include:

Our day will begin at Eton Collection where there will • You must reside within a 5-mile radius of be time to browse or shop, and enjoy lunch (on your Hillcrest Hospital. own) at any one of the various restaurants. Among the • You must be able to board the shuttle restaurant choices are Mitchell’s Fish Market, Bravo, independently. and the Stone Oven. • The medical appointment must be affiliated with Hillcrest Hospital. We will leave from the Civic Center at 11 a.m. and return at approximately 5 p.m. • You must make a reservation at least two weeks in advance of your appointment date. The cost of this trip is $25 which includes admission to • Reservations are made on a first come, first served the museum and transportation. basis. The deadline to register is Wednesday, June 10, or To make a reservation, call Hillcrest Transportation: when sold out. See Registration Information on pg. 7. 216-797-4014

SCHNURMANN HOUSE LUNCH PROGRAM — For more information about the hot lunch program at the Schnurmann House Campus in Mayfield Heights, call 440.461.3622 between 7:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT NEWSLETTER PAGE 6

COMPUTER CLASSES Basic Computers with Windows XP 1 & 2-$39 designed especially for older adults, ages 55+ Two Sessions: June 10 & 17, 1—3 p.m. No previous computer knowledge is required. Mayfield Village Human Services Provides hands-on experience. Part one Department is offering computer explains how to turn a computer on and off, the training classes in cooperation with basic functions of the mouse and keyboard, how the City of Mayfield Heights, taught to use windows, search menus, and more. Part by instructors from Tech Wise, two provides time for review and progresses to un- LLC. Classes are held Wednesdays derstanding scroll bars, drop-down menus, and from 1—3 p.m. at the DeJohn other ways to interact with your computer. Community Center, 6306 Marsol Road in Mayfield Heights. Basic Computers with Windows XP 3 & 4—$39 Two Sessions: June 24 & July 1, 1—3 p.m. The Tech Wise Advantage Prerequisite: Basic Computers 1 & 2 or equivalent

Tech Wise teaches computer classes specifically knowledge. This class offers hands-on experience designed for folks over 55. The classes are fun, practicing the fundamentals while taking your interactive, begin with the basics, and help seniors knowledge to the next level. You will learn how become tech wise. The portable computer lab to save information easily, find it, and create allows seniors to have hands-on experience using shortcuts on your computer. the buddy system. Housekeeping on Your Computer 1 & 2—$39 • Four hours of instruction are delivered in two Two Sessions: July 8 & 15, 1—3 p.m. classes of two hours each. Learn what you need to know in order to keep your computer running at its peak. We’ll cover • There is time for personal computer how to properly install and uninstall programs, questions. clean off your desktop and hard drive, and change • Training materials were developed specifically settings to customize your computer. Some for senior citizens (large print, easy to under- companies have costly charges to perform this type stand). of service. • Since there is a maximum of 12 students per Internet 1 & 2—$39 class, students receive small group training. Two sessions: July 22 & 29, 1—3 p.m. • Classes are taught by professionally trained Email 1 & 2 instructors with “real world” computer Two sessions: August 5 & 12, 1—3 p.m. experience. Please contact us for the course descriptions for

Check us out May 20 or 27 for a FREE class: Internet 1 & 2 and Email 1 & 2. Computer Terminology: (One Session) Registration is Easy! Choose one date: May 20 or 27 for this free class. Call Donna (Mayfield Village) at 440-919-2332, Come meet the instructor and learn what makes up or Eileen (Mayfield Heights) at 440-442-2626, a computer. We’ll discuss things like what’s a flash ext. 244. drive; what parts of the computer are hardware vs. Payment is Easy! software; what’s an operating system; what makes Make your check payable to Tech Wise, LLC and the whole thing run, and more. give it to the instructor the first day of class. If you would like a complete schedule of 2009 computer classes with course descriptions, please contact us. Courses will be listed in the issue of this newsletter published closest to the class dates. The computer class schedule is available in two booklets: the summer booklet lists courses scheduled between May and August; the fall booklet lists courses scheduled between August and December. HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT NEWSLETTER PAGE 7

A W —Y d a d a a a d a Over 50? Want to receive exclusive discounts and services? The Cleveland Clinic offers a free When you are in Mayfield Village, tune your membership program to Healthwise Connection to radio to 1640 AM. This is Mayfield Village’s help people age 50 and older preserve and protect public radio channel. You will hear a variety of their priceless health. Healthwise Connection public announcements including cancellations. members get exciting benefits ranging from parking discounts and physician referral services to access to MAILING LIST UPDATES educational programs and assistance with medical Please let us know of any changes to your forms. For more information or to enroll, call them name, address, or phone number so that our toll-free at 800-775-4492 or visit online at cleveland- records will be current. clinic.org/hwc. For membership applications, you may also contact MV Human Services Department. If you know of anyone age 50 or older who After the Cleveland Clinic receives your application, would like to receive this newsletter, please you will receive a membership card and welcome have them contact us at 440.919.2332.

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HOW TO REGISTER WITH MAYFIELD VILLAGE HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT:

Easy ways to register for all activities, classes, programs, and trips listed in this newsletter unless otherwise noted: Phone: 440-919-2332 Call Mayfield Village Human Services Department with your registration and MasterCard, Visa, or DiscoverCard information. In-Person: Register in person from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday at the Human Services Department, 6621 Wilson Mills Road, Mayfield Village. (Entrance to the Department is on the southwest side of the Community Room.) Fax: 440-919-0207. Fax your registration to Mayfield Village Human Services Department at 440.919.0207. Mail: Mail your registration and check or credit card payment to Mayfield Village Human Services Department, 6621 Wilson Mills Road, Mayfield Village, OH 44143. Checks are payable to Mayfield Village unless otherwise noted.

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ONGOING ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS • CLASSES All activities and programs are held at the A class to create your own greeting cards is Mayfield Village Community Room, 6621 held on the first Thursday of each month. For Wilson Mills Road, unless otherwise noted. details, see page 3. Handicapped parking is available; the • CLASSES IN COOPERATION WITH MAYFIELD handicapped entrance is on the southwest side COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND RECREATION of the building. Mayfield Community Education & • BLOOD PRESSURE TESTING/GLUCOSE Recreation offers a wide variety of classes year SCREENING provided by a nurse from round; some in cooperation with the Providence Home Health Care: Mayfield Village Human Services Department. 1st Tuesday of each month at See page 4 for details about some of the approximately 1 p.m. (Free; drop in.) courses. • BLOOD PRESSURE TESTING provided by Please call us with your suggestions for specific members of the Mayfield Village Fire programs, speakers, or classes: 440.919.2332. Department: 3rd Tuesday of each month at approximately 1:00 p.m. (Free; drop in.) PROGRESSIVE FITNESS CENTER • CARDS Mayfield Village residents ages 16 and older may Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1-4 p.m. purchase a membership to Progressive Fitness Center.

Bridge, Pinochle, and Hand and Foot are Progressive Fitness Center offers: certified fitness currently being played. Drop in at 1 p.m. staff to help you reach your fitness goals while any Tuesday or Thursday; no reservation instructing proper technique and safety; comprehen- necessary. Light refreshments are served sive cardiovascular, Cybex strength training and free- and birthdays and anniversaries are weight equipment; aerobic studios with all necessary celebrated. (50¢) Doors open at 12:30 p.m. equipment; fully appointed locker rooms which include soaps, shampoos, towels, hair dryers, lockers, • GAMES & PUZZLES and saunas. To apply for a new membership, bring a Mondays, 1-4 p.m. photo ID and a utility bill or postmarked piece of mail Drop in at 1 p.m. to select your favorite showing your name and address to the Mayfield game and to team up with old or new Village Civic Center. friends. We have a variety of games and Membership Fees: $130/6 months $260/12 months puzzles, but if you have a favorite bring it For more information, call Mayfield Village Parks with you. (Currently, people are playing & Recreation Department: 461-5163. Mah Jong and Progressive Rummy.) Light refreshments are served. (Free) Doors ATTENTION HOMEOWNERS— open at 12:30 p.m. HAVING WORK DONE AROUND YOUR HOME? • MEALS ON WHEELS (Information on page 2) A reminder to all residents that plumbers, roofers, landscapers, electricians, and most other • SENIOR SPEAKER SERIES contractors who perform work for you are required These free informational programs are to be registered with Mayfield Village and provide open to all adults ages 50 and over. required liability insurance. Programs are generally held on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at This is a protection for you. Make sure that any contractor working for you is registered by asking to 2 p.m. at the Mayfield Village see a current registration form or by calling the Community Room. See schedule on pg. 1. Mayfield Village Building Department 461-2213.