Town of Glastonbury Human Services The Sharing Tree Office Hours: Main Information Number (860) 652-7638 Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Dial –A-Ride Numbers: Tues. & Thurs. 8:00 am to 8:30 pm Reservations: (860) 652-7643 Saturday 9:00 am to 3:30 pm Cancellations: (860) 652-7638

June 2015 Newsletter Online: www.glastonbury-ct.gov

Yale University Art Gallery Thursday, June 11 Transportation fee: $7.00 9:30 am Leave RCC Approximate Return to RCC: 3:30 pm First enjoy a scrumptious breakfast at The Breakfast Nook, a local favorite in North Haven, followed by a one hour guided tour of the permanent collection of the renowned Yale University Art Gallery, the oldest university art museum in the western hemisphere. After the tour you will have time to browse the museum on your own. Current exhibits include: The Critique of Reason: Romantic Art, 1760-1860, and Whistler in Paris, London, and Venice.

Lunch and a Show in the Charming Countryside Town of Ivoryton Wednesday, June 17 10:45 am Leave RCC 12:00 pm Lunch 2:00 pm Show Approximate Return to RCC: 5:00 pm Cost: $70.00 (includes transportation, lunch and performance). Enjoy lunch at the elegant and sophisticated Copper Beach Inn, located in picturesque Ivoryton. After lunch delight in a fun-filled performance of “Calendar Girls” at the Ivoryton Playhouse. Based on an inspiring true story that is both poignant and hilarious. The story follows a group of extraordinary women, members of a very ordinary Yorkshire Women’s Institute, who spark a global phenomenon by persuading one another to pose au- natural for a charity calendar with a difference! As interest snowballs, the Calendar Girls find themselves revealing more than they’d ever planned…

Summer Solstice Celebration Tuesday, June 23 $4.00 Special Ticket Required 12:00 pm Lunch 12:30—1:30 pm Entertainment “East Chicago Joe” will perform songs by Sinatra, Bennett, Bobby Darin, and the Great American Songbook. Start the first official week of summer off right by celebrating with your friends at the Glastonbury Senior center. Enjoy a yummy lunch of summertime favorites: Oven Fried Chicken, Vegetable Tortellini Salad with an “oh so cool” frosty dessert. Join the fun!

Pizza Party & Dance with “The Elderly Brothers” Friday, July 17 Doors will open at 5:45 pm 6:00 pm Dinner (pizza, salad, beverages and dessert) 7:00—8:30 pm Entertainment Cost: $8.00 pp (advance purchase) $10.00 pp at the door. Be prepared for an awesome show by two long-time popular solo artists, T-Bone Stankus and Brian Gillie, who are now teamed up as the Elderly Brothers! Together they will be serving up mint-condition “oldies” rock‘n’roll. Their radiant renditions and audience interactions are unsurpassed. Enjoy the upbeat, move-it-or-lose-it, 50’s and 60’s bandstand repertoire that has made them each such talented and innovative performers. shBOOM! 2 The Sharing Tree June 2015

The Seafood Express from Hartford - to the Shoreline June—August

Ancient Mariner - Mystic - Monday, June 15 Transportation Fee $7.00 10:30 am Leave RCC Approximate Return to RCC: 2:00 pm Relax and enjoy a delicious lunch at the Ancient Mariner restaurant in beautiful Mystic. Considered one of Mystic’s most memorable dining experiences, the Mariner is as picturesque as a “painted ship upon a painted ocean.”

The Wharf - Madison - Thursday, June 25 Transportation Fee $7.00 10:30 Leave RCC Approximate Return to RCC: 2:00 pm Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Long Island Sound as you savor the fresh and delectable flavors of the season with an impeccably prepared meal served by the Wharf’s attentive staff.

Coming in July and August...Jimmie’s Savin Rock –West Haven; Lenny & Joes-Madison; Bill’s Seafood- Westbrook; The Bridge-Westerly, RI

“At the beach life is different… Time doesn’t move hour to hour, but mood to moment… We live by the currents, plan by the tides, and follow the sun…”

Hartford Blooms Tour Tuesday, June 9, 2015 9:00 am Leave RCC 12:30 pm Lunch on Own 3:00 pm Return Cost: $15.00 (includes tour book & transportation fee ) Hartford Blooms is a nine-day event showcasing Hartford’s spectacular gardens and historic architecture. Your day will be spent enjoying a guided tour in the morning of some of Hartford’s most amazing public and private gardens as well as visits to historic sites. Lunch will follow the tour at the iconic Vito’s by the Park.

Shriner’s Hospital & Cracker Barrel Restaurant Monday, June 29, 2015 9:45 am Leave Riverfront Community Center 10:30 am Deliver Tabs & Tour Hospital 12:00 pm Lunch at Cracker Barrel Restaurant 2:00 pm Approximate Return to RCC Cost: $7.00 transportation fee plus money for lunch Did you ever wonder what the Shriner’s Hospital does with over 200 pounds of flip tabs that our town delivers to them annually? Help deliver this year’s collection of tabs to find out. During the tour you will witness the steps the hospital takes to ensure that patients and their families receive the best possible treatment and are made to feel at home. Lunch is at The Cracker Barrel, known for many specialties, including biscuits made from scratch, and double chocolate fudge Coca-Cola cake. June 2015 The Sharing Tree 3

Featured Classes and Activities

Invigorating Town Walk About Thursdays 8:30 am Program Leader: Nadine Lester Enjoy the warmth of the sun as you walk around Riverfront Park and other locations with friends.

Book & Author Discussion Group Thursday, June 18 10:30 am Facilitator: Geri Andrew No charge or registration needed From Pulitzer Prize winner Katherine Boo, “Behind the Beautiful Forevers” carries the reader headlong into one of the twenty-first century’s hidden worlds, Annawadi, a present day slum of Mumbai, India, and into the lives of people impossible to forget. Brilliantly written, this fast-paced book is based on three years of uncompromising reporting, earning numerous literary awards.

AARP Smart Driver Thursday, June 18 8:30 am—12:30 pm Cost: $15.00 for AARP Members; $20.00 for Non-members – Check payable to AARP due upon advance registration. The insurance discount afforded to seniors taking the course remains the same.

Watercolor Class Saturdays, June 6 & 20 9:30 am - 11:30 am Cost: $20.00 Drawing is not a prerequisite - Students will explore different techniques using watercolors, in a relaxed environment. Additional $10.00 supply fee due to instructor per project.

Fun & Games Tuesdays/Thursdays/Saturdays 6:00 - 8:00 pm (Tues/Thurs) 1:00 - 3:00 pm (Sat) Come to the Center and enjoy socializing with others who like to challenge themselves by playing and learning new games. Setback; Cribbage; Kings in the Corner; Canasta; Scrabble; Mahjongg and Checkers. Bring, meet or make new friends. Check out the Café evening meal and make a night of it.

Technology

“Keeping up with your Grandchildren” Workshop Tuesday, June 9 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Presented by Nicole Cignoli, Reference Librarian at Welles-Turner Memorial Library. This workshop will give provide you with information on internet and email safety protocols. Learn how to download videos, pictures and other attachments safely. The class is limited to the first 12 people who register so reservations are required online or at the Reference Desk at 860-652-7720. iPad Workshop Monday, June 8 & 22 11:00 am - Noon Limited to 6 Facilitators Melanie Messier and Christina Chapman will help you learn to navigate your iPad. This is not a formal training, but a time to connect, share and learn with other iPad enthusiasts. No experience is necessary. To register please call Norma at (860) 652-7655.

Kindle / Computer Assistance by appointment Tuesdays 9:00 am - Noon Facilitator: Ron Massimino Individuals can now set up 30 minute appointment blocks for assistance on their Kindle or computer help. To make an appointment please call (860) 652-7638.

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Lifelong Learning with The Great Courses: “The Everyday Guide to Wine” Tuesdays, May 5 - July 21 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm No Fee however Registration required Enjoy a series of lectures on tape about the world of wine; it’s glamour, sophistication, and romance - presented by Master of Wine Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan. Through these 24 lectures on tape you can become knowledgeable about the complexities of wine, including the grape varieties, styles and wine making regions, as well as how to pair wines with foods and the art of tasting. The program series will culminate in a group trip along the CT Wine Trail in late summer.

Upcoming DAY TRIPS

WHALE WATCH - Boston Thursday, July 23, 2015 Cost: $121.00/pp all inclusive (Transportation, Whale Watch, Lunch and Driver Gratuity) 8:00 am Approximate Departure from RCC Approximate Return to RCC: 6:00 pm Upon arrival, we’ll have lunch at Phillips Old Colony Restaurant. Then, we’ll board our multi-level Whale Watch vessel for maximum viewing opportunities. On our three hour excursion we’ll head out to Stellwagen Bank, the East Coast’s most famous whale watching destination. The boat will have a naturalist trained by the New England Aquarium on-board to talk with you about all the remarkable marine life. You’ll learn how to identify different species, how scientists keep track of individual animals, and much more. (Checks payable to GETAWAY TOURS)

SWEET TASTE OF ITALY” - Providence, RI. - Wednesday, August 19 Cost: $95.00/pp all inclusive (Flyer available at RCC) Registration required by July 21, 2015 7:45 am Leave RCC Approximate Return to RCC: 6:15 pm Experience a ‘taste of Italy’ without needing your passport! A morning guided tour highlighting the Italianate architecture, Italian Immigration to Providence, and the ‘Seven Hills’. A stop at Venda Ravioli, an Italian grocery located in the heart of Federal Hill. The next stop is lunch at the fabulous Geppetto’s Grilled Pizza, including a table-side demonstration on the techniques in grilling the perfect pizza. After lunch a brief walk brings you to Scialo Brothers Bakery for a brief tour and tasting. This afternoon visit the Johnson and Wales University's Culinary Arts Museum. Through exhibitions the museum strives to interpret the evolution of culinary equipment, technology, food preparation and presentation. (Checks payable to “TOURS OF DISTINCTION”)

FRIESIANS OF MAJESTY HORSE FARM - Vermont - Thursday, October 22, 2015 Cost: $90.00/pp all inclusive. Please note: Walking on uneven surfaces at times. 8:00 am Leave RCC Approximate Return to RCC: 6:30 pm You won’t want to miss this amazing fall foliage trip! Stops along the way will include: the Kringle Candle Company, the Country Barn with its three levels of specialty gifts, and the Chocolate Cottage in Bernardston, MA. After our shopping excursion, we will head to Brattleboro, VT for lunch at the New England House where internationally acclaimed owner and chef, Kurt Johnson will work his magic. After lunch we’ll visit the FRIESIANS OF MAJESTY HORSE FARM, nestled in the rolling hills of Vermont. Here some of the most beautiful horses in the world are bred and trained. You’ll meet these gentle giants up close and personal and enjoy a guided tour of the beautiful European-style stables as well as a captivating show set to inspiring music! (Checks payable to Getaway Tours) June 2015 The Sharing Tree 5 Social Services News

Call (860) 652-7634 if you want to: SPEAK with a member of the Social Work staff FIND out what programs you may qualify for MAKE an APPOINTMENT for any financial assistance applications Get REFERRALS to appropriate programs and services Learn about and/or apply for MEDICARE or ACCESS HealthCT insurances If you wish to speak to a particular worker please call them directly.

Janine Fiedler: (860) 652-7644 Theresa Buckson: (860) 652-7640

Susan Strayer: (860) 652-7652 Susan Parrotta: (860) 652-7636

Renters Rebate: Renters Rebate applications will be accepted through October 1. Glastonbury residents age 65 or older by 12/31/2014 or those receiving Social Security Disability are eligible if their 2014 income was $34,600 or less for an individual or $42,200 or less for a married couple. There is no asset limit for this program. The following documentation is required: 1) Income for 2014 – SSA 1099 required; income tax, if filed, or all 1099s if not 2) Monthly rent paid in 2014 3) Monthly utilities paid in 2014 4) Proof of disability if not on Medicare and below age 65 Appointments are necessary. Please call the Community Center at 860-652-7634 to request an appointment or for more information.

Additional Veterans Exemption: Income eligible disabled and war time veterans may apply for the Additional Veterans Exemption Program through October 1, 2014. This program provides additional property tax exemptions to eligible veterans or their surviving spouse with 2014 income at or below $34,600 for an individual and $42,200 for a couple. Proof of all income received in 2014 is needed. For further information, an appointment or to apply, please contact the Social Services Department at 860-652-7634.

Food Share: The Foodshare truck will be at First Church of Christ, 2183 Main Street, Glastonbury from 10:15 to 10:45 on June 10 & June 24. Mobile Foodshare is an outdoor food distribution for persons of low income. The food choices vary from week to week but usually include bread and several types of fresh produce. Other items may also be offered depending on availability. Please remember to bring a bag or box with you to carry your food.

Naubuc Green Apartments The waiting list has reopened and applications are being accepted. If your gross annual income (including Social Security) is less than $30,000 for 1 person or $34,300 for 2, you may qualify to live at Naubuc Green. Call them at 860-659-0809 for more information or to get an application.

Social Security website: Social Security is expanding the online services available at www.socialsecurity.gov. Social Security beneficiaries are now able to quickly and easily obtain a replacement SSA-1099 from the agency’s website with a my Social Security account. my Social Security is a secure, online account people use beginning in their working years and continuing throughout the time they receive Social Security benefits. Once the account is created, it is used by people who are working to keep track of their earnings and to get estimates of future benefits. People already receiving benefits manage them with their account—changing their address, starting or changing direct deposit, getting a benefit verification letter, and more. This is a great way to immediately get a SSA-1099 replaced without needing to call or visit an office.

Mother’s and Father’s Day Regifting: Thank you for your kind donations, which were selected by children from low income families to be gifts for Mother’s and Father’s Day. Your generosity and support is appreciated!

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Support Group News

“Eye Openers” Low Vision Discussion Group Monday, June 15 10:00 am - 11:30 am In the Special Activities Room at the Riverfront Community Center. This group is an opportunity for people living with low vision to learn about resources and confidentially share concerns, receive support, ask questions and get suggestions for dealing with issues. New members are always welcome! For more information or to receive monthly meeting announcements, please call Janine Fiedler at (860) 652-7644.

Caregiver Support Meeting Wednesday, June 10 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Come and join other caregivers to discuss the various challenges and rewards of caregiving. You all make a positive difference in a person’s life and can assist other caregivers by sharing your experiences. If you are planning to attend or for more information, please contact Susan at (860) 652-7652 or email [email protected]

Bereavement Support Group Wednesdays, June 3 & 17 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Have you had a family member or friend die recently? Are you experiencing the “symptoms” of grief such as the inability to eat or overeating; loss of sleep or need for too much sleep; lack of concentration and feelings of hopelessness? Joining this group will provide you with support and strategies to cope. This group is co-sponsored by Glastonbury Visiting Nurse and Glastonbury Senior Center. Call Ki Miller, VNA Bereavement Support Counselor at (860) 493-7328 for additional information.

The Friendship Circle Memory Program The Friendship Circle Memory Program is a social engagement program designed for Glastonbury Seniors with early stage dementia. The program provides the opportunity to gain the many benefits derived by being active and socially engaged in a supportive group environment. Activities are coordinated by a trained Program Coordinator and volunteers. The program offers a variety of engaging mental and physical activities including music, arts and crafts, exercise, puzzles, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the company of others. Friendship Circle meets 3 days a week- Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday usually from 9:45 to 12:45 pm. A monthly fee of $100.00 is charged. Lunch and transportation are included. For more information contact Lisa Kociubinski at (860) 652-7650

AARP Chapter # 2010 News:

AARP BOARD MEETING/GENERAL MEETING : Tuesday, June 9, 2015 11:30 am Banquet at The Gallery

UPCOMING TRIPS: July 8, 2015 All You Can Eat Lobster - Delaney House August 25, 2015 Lake George Luncheon Cruise Sept. 23 - 25, 2015 Rocking Horse Resort - Highland, NY October 4, 2015 Fabulous Sunday Brunch—Log Cabin - MA November 10, 2015 USO Show Troupe - Oakville, CT December 10, 2015 Glenn Miller Orchestra - Aqua Turf– CT

To register: Contact Diane Mansur @ 860-569-6745 for additional information

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Free Blood Pressure& Wellness Clinics Wednesdays, June 3, 10, 17 & 24 RCC 10:15am— 11:45 am Thursdays, June 4, 11, 18 & 25 Welles-Turner Library 10:00 am—noon Glastonbury’s Community Health Nurse will be conducting the above clinics this month. Blood pressure, medication, diet questions, symptom management and other health related concerns can be addressed at any of the clinics. Walk-ins are encouraged.

Healthy Foot Clinic Thursday, June 18 and Monday, June 29 8:40 am – 4:20 pm Appointment Required – Call (860) 652-7638 to schedule an appointment Cost: $29.00 – check made payable to: Pedi-Care A Registered Nurse will trim & file toenails, smooth calluses and corns, massage with lotion and powder. Walk-ins will not be accepted. Payments must be made at the time of your visit.

Hearing Screening & Aids Serviced -Tuesday, June 9 (Last screening until September) 10 am - noon Call (860) 652-7638 to schedule your appointment. A free hearing exam will be conducted by a licensed hearing specialist. Hearing aids will be cleaned, checked and minor adjustments made.

Dial-A-Ride Shopping and Schedule Information For All Reservations Call: (860) 652-7643 For Cancellations Call: (860) 652-7638 Information Line Call: (860) 652-7638

Weekly Shopping:

For residents who live north of Hebron Avenue (Zone A) Mondays Stop & Shop (Glastonbury Blvd.) 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month: Shop Rite

For residents who live south of Hebron Avenue (Zone B) Thursdays Stop & Shop (Oak Street) 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month: Shop Rite

Out-of-Town Shopping trips: First Fridays - TJ Maxx (East Hartford Plaza) 10:00 am Depart RCC 12:00 pm Return to RCC Buckland Mall Wednesday, June 24 10:00 am Depart RCC 2:30 pm Return to RCC Transportation fee: $5.00

Other Transportation Options FISH Phone: (860) 647-3911 Transportation for Glastonbury residents to out of town medical appointments is available Tuesday through Friday from Glastonbury to the following towns: Hartford, East Hartford, West Hartford, Manchester, Rocky Hill and Wethersfield. Please note: pickup can be no earlier than 8:00 am and no later than 4:00 pm. FISH also transports to the Farmington Health Center for appointments between 10:00 am. and 2:00 pm. You must request a ride by noon of the previous day. FISH is unable to transport wheel chairs; parking fees are the responsibility of the rider. American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery Transportation Service Phone: 1-(800)-227-2345. They can provide transportation for doctors’ appointments and treatments. Patients must be ambulatory. Requests must be made 3 business days before the appointment. A.D.A. Transportation, CT Transit This service provides door-to-door service for any purpose to persons unable to use regular CT Transit bus service, if the pick-up and destination is within their service area. (7 days a week with a charge of $3.00 each way). For application and info, call: (860) 724-5340

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Cozy Corner Café Tuesday & Thursday Evening Café Menu 5:00 pm—7:00 pm Cost: $5.00

JUNE 2 - Chicken Penne Florentine, Tossed Salad and Magic Cookie Bars JUNE 4 - Macaroni and Cheese, Mandarin Oranges & Beets and Lemon Bars JUNE 9 - UnSloppy Joes, Cole Slaw and M&M Shortbread Cookies JUNE 11 - Baked Ziti, Tossed Salad and Strawberry Cheesecake Bars JUNE 16 - Quiche Lorraine, Tossed Salad and Blondies JUNE 18 - Shepherd’s Pie, Tossed Salad and Chocolate Macaroons JUNE 23 - Lasagna with Meat Sauce, Tossed Salad and Peanut Butter Truffles JUNE 25 - Chicken Pot Pie, Tossed Salad and Red Velvet Cookie Bars JUNE 30 - Meat Loaf, Confetti Corn Salad and Brownies

Special Diet Requests Procedure For those individuals who may have special dietary needs or prefer a vegan or meat free diet, we will now stock foods to meet your needs on a given day. Please contact the office the day prior. Thank you.

11:45 am Lunch 12:15 pm Program (If Planned) Ticket Prices: $2.50 per person includes hot entrée, vegetable, dessert & beverage. $5.00 per Guest (does not live in town and/or not a senior citizen). $4.00 Special Ticket includes Meal & Program (Registration Required)

June Lunch Entrée Menu Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri

1 2 3 4 Bear Smart Talk 5 Shepherds Pie Glazed Pork Chops Turkey Wrap Spaghetti w/ meat sauce Breaded Fish

8 9 10 Sri Lanka 11 12 Beef Stew Stir Fry Chicken Travelogue Baked Ham Cheeseburger Manicotti w/meat sauce

15 Birthday 16 17 Dementia Talk 18 19Stretchercize Demo Celebration Chicken Breast Pasta w/meat sauce Hot Dog Steamed Fish Baked Meatloaf

22 Wildlife Talk 23 Summer Solstice 24 Name that Tune 25 26 Pork Roast Celebration Smothered Cube Steak Baked Chicken Leg Chef’s Choice Oven Fried Chicken Quarter

29 30 1 2 3 NO LUNCH NO LUNCH NO LUNCH NO LUNCH CLOSED

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Shutdown Week- June 29 - July 2 Please note that the dining room will be closed during the week of June 29th (no lunch will be served) to allow the maintenance department to do cleaning and repair work to the building. The Cozy Corner Café will remain open Monday-Thursday for lunch and on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. June 2015 The Sharing Tree 9

Celebrate Your Special Day With Us! Monthly Birthday Party - Monday, June 15 Special Flute Music by Wendy Anderson (Please register in the office by Friday, June 12) The June birth flower is the Rose. Although roses are available in many colors from red, pink, white and yellow, each with its own special meanings; the underlying message the flower conveys is that of love and passion. June has three traditional birthstones – Pearl, Moonstone, and Alexandrite. Famous individuals born in June are, Shemar Moore, Jessica Lange, Queen Elizabeth, Anthony Quinn and Tony Danza.

Lunch & Learn Series

Being Bear Smart Thursday, June 4 Presented by Master Wildlife Conservationist Ginny Apple. Don’t miss your opportunity to learn more about bears and how to co-exist with them. The presentation will also include a discussion on various birds, types of bird feed & feeders. Learn how to enjoy our flora (plant life), and fauna (animal life) while maintaining balance in the natural world.

Sri Lanka Travelogue Wednesday, June 10 Presented by Leo St. Michel Sri Lanka is an island country in the northern Indian Ocean off the southern coast of South Asia. Known until 1972 as Ceylon, Sri Lanka has maritime borders with India and the Maldives. Its history spans 3000 years. Its geographic location and deep harbors were vital from the time of the ancient Silk Road through World War II. It is a diverse country; home to many religions, ethnicities and languages. It produces tea, coffee, gemstones, coconuts, rubber and cinnamon. Sri Lanka has been called “The tear drop of India” because of its shape and location. The beautiful island contains tropical forests, and diverse landscapes with high biodiversity.

Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors Wednesday, June 17 Presented by Patty O’Brian, North Central Regional Director of the Alzheimer’s Association CT Chapter Do you know someone living with Alzheimer’s? This presentation will help you understand the basics of memory loss and how to better connect and communicate with someone experiencing these dementia-related behaviors. Stretchercize Demo Friday, June 19 Presented by Instructor Gina Schriver Don’t’ miss your chance to learn more about this valuable low-impact form of exercise for people of any age. Using stretch bands & weights (which are provided) to increase your range of motion this class will help you to build strength and improve range and motion.

Our Home, Their Home: Wildlife Friendly Backyards Monday, June 22 Presented by: Edith Royce Schade, aka “Duffy”. Duffy expresses her passion for the natural world through her photography. She has lived and photographed in Glastonbury since l963. She is a founding member of Connecticut Audubon Society Center at Glastonbury, active with Great Meadows Conservation Trust, a DEEP Master Wildlife Conservationist and member of Connecticut Women Artists. Along with show-and-tell including slides and stories about some of the wild creatures who share her home, she will explain the importance of including native plants to attract and help furry and feathered creatures and pollinators. By supplying their basic needs of food, water and shelter, we can bring added beauty to our own landscapes.

Name that Tune with Jennifer Wednesday, June 24 Join the fun as we try to name that tune. Prizes Awarded!

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Keeping You Informed Medicare Card Changes

A new Medicare card is coming, one that will no longer display a cardholder’s Social Security number, or SSN. To protect seniors from identity theft, President Obama recently signed a bill that requires the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to issue new Medicare cards that don’t display, code, or embed SSNs.

Medicare advises senior citizens to carry their cards at all times, but doing so makes them more vulnerable to identity theft. If a wallet or purse is lost or stolen, identity thieves have access to an SSN. For more than a decade, senior advocates have recommended taking SSNs off of Medicare cards. However, the amount of money and effort this would take has prevented it—so the new law includes funding and instructions for HHS to consult with the Social Security Administration to "establish cost effective procedures” to modernize Medicare cards.

The bill gives HHS four years to issue modernized cards to new beneficiaries, and four more years to issue the new cards to existing beneficiaries.

U.S. Rep. Sam Johnson, Chairman of the House Ways and Means’ Subcommittee on Social Security, has long advocated removing SSNs from Medicare cards. Johnson recently said to the New York Times, “The Social Security number is the key to identity theft, and thieves are having a field day with seniors’ Medicare cards.” With more than 4,500 seniors enrolling in Medicare every day, we have repeatedly recommended removing the SSN from Medicare cards.

With a stolen SSN, identity thieves can commit any number of financial crimes in the victim’s name, or they can steal money from the victim. If the victim is a senior citizen, the thief could even target the victim’s Social Security benefits.

Thieves might attempt to change the victim’s Social Security direct deposit information, redirecting benefits to other accounts. If they’ve also obtained an individual’s personal information, they may also try to establish a fraudulent mySocial Security account.

Although this will reduce one risk, others remain. Previously, we have warned about other identity theft schemes via phone calls, emails, and social media that target Social Security beneficiaries. As a reminder, seniors are strongly encouraged to verify the legitimacy of text messages, emails, or phone calls by people who say they are from Social Security. Please contact your local Social Security office, or call Social Security’s nationwide toll-free customer service at 1-800-772-1213. (Those who are deaf or hard-of-hearing can call Social Security’s TTY number at 1-800-325-0778.)

Movies At the Riverfront Community Center Please note that we receive many recommendations on what type of movies we should and should not show at the center, and as a result have concluded that no two seniors are alike… Some folks want to see only comedies or romantic films. Others want the latest thrillers with lots of action. Because we offer a variety of films, there will be times when a film might not meet an individual’s personal preference. Going forward, we will always show you the rating of the film, highlighting its content so that there will be a clear warning that the film may contain sexual content, violence, rough language etc.. Then the choice is yours! June 2015 The Sharing Tree 11

Movies At the Riverfront Community Center

For the movie programs, popcorn and an iced beverage will be available. There is no charge for these programs and no reservations are needed. Due to the length of movies and other circumstances there will be no previews If you wish to recommend a movie, please complete a suggestion form in the Senior Center office. Please be respectful to others during the movie by turning off cell phones and refraining from talking during the movie.

Monday Movie Madness Movies start promptly at 1:00 pm June 1 “Still Alice” - Starring Kristen Stewart, Julianne Moore, Kate Bosworth and Alec Baldwin - When 50 year old linguistics professor Alice Howland begins having trouble remembering words, her symptoms ultimately lead to a diagnosis of early-onset Alzheimer’s — which forces Alice and her family to make radical changes in their lives. Rated PG-13/Drama/102 minutes June 8 “Mickey” Starring Harry Connick Jr., Sherri Richmond, and Mark Joy - Best-selling author John Grisham deviates from his usual literary thrillers with this winning film . Tripp Spence, a widower who goes on the run from the IRS with his 12-year-old baseball-phenomenon son, Derrick. But will fame give away his true identity? Rated PG/Drama/104 minutes. June15 “Non-Stop” - Starring Liam Neeson and Julianne Moore - On a commercial flight at 40,000 feet, federal air marshal Bill Marks starts receiving text messages from a threatening blackmailer who claims he’s on the airplane too. Can Marks identify his camouflaged adversary before he begins killing passengers? Rated PG-13/ Drama/Action/Thriller/107 minutes. June 22 “The Good Lie” Starring Reese Witherspoon , Corey Stoll and Sarah Baker - In this fact-based drama, a young Sundanese War refugee wins a lottery that allows him to start life anew in the United States. But adapting to his new home presents challenges - both for the “lost boy” and for the American woman who’s helping him. Rated PG-13/Drama/110 minutes. June 29 “Keep on Keepin’ On” - Starring Clark Terry, Justin Kauflin, and Quincy Jones - Legendary jazzman Clark Terry is profiled in this touching documentary that traces the trumpeter’s long career. At age 89, he begins sharing his passion and experiences with an aspiring jazz pianist — Justin Kauflin — who’s 66 years Terry’s junior. Rated R/Documentary/86 minutes.

Saturday Matinees Movies start promptly at 12:00 pm June 6 “Seven Days in Utopia” Starring Lucas Black, Robert Duvall and Melissa Leo - Talent can only get you so far. For golfer Luke Chisholm, that turns out to be Utopia, Texas - where he’s left stranded after blowing his pro debut. Luckily for Luke, a cagey old rancher enters his life there to change it -- and him — forever. Rated G/ Drama/98 minutes. June 13 “Foxcatcher” - Starring Channing Tatum, Steve Carell and Mark Ruffalo - Preparing for the 1988 Olympics, two sibling wrestlers cross paths with a paranoid schizophrenic millionaire in this drama based on a true story. The competitive Schultz brothers soon learn their new acquaintance is a dangerous distraction. Rated R/Drama/134 minutes. June 20 “Fried Green Tomatoes” - Starring Jessica Tandy, Kathy Bates, Mary Stuart Masterson, Mary-Louise Parker - In this adaptation of Fanny Flagg's novel, flashbacks reveal the remarkable and mysterious story of soul mates Idgie (Mary Stuart Masterson) and Ruth (Mary-Louise Parker), whose antics cause an uproar in their rural Southern town during the 1920s - Not Rated/Drama/136 minutes. June 27 “The Hustler” - Starring Paul Newman and Jackie Gleason - Pool shark “Fast Eddie” Felson, who tours the country hustling games -- even challenging reigning champion Minnesota Fats - in this brooding drama that explores the synergies between good and evil, love and desperation. Not rated/Drama/135 minutes. .

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The Sharing Tree

How to read/get a copy of The Sharing Tree This newsletter is published monthly for Glastonbury seniors. You may access it online through the town website: www.glastonbury-ct.gov-senior services. Copies of the newsletter are also available at the library and town hall as well as delivered to the congregate senior living facilities throughout town. If you are not currently receiving a copy and wish to do so, please contact the Senior Center office to arrange for receipt via e-mail or postal service.

Registration Information: Sign-up for all trips and activities will take place on Thursday, June 4 at 9:30 am. Registration will take place in Community Room A. One person may make reservations for up to two people only. Checks should be made payable to the Town of Glastonbury. Registration for activities and lunches (not trips) can be made at the office before and after this date based upon space availability. Additionally, reservations can be mailed with payment and will be processed after registration date as received.