SEPTEMBER 2011 City of Blue Island Senior 50+ Newsletter

Thank you! Comcast Channel 4 The City of Blue Recently Gerry & I have started filming a City of Blue Island Island Senior Office monthly Senior/50+ informational show Senior Office would like to Thank on the Comcast cable access channel 4 MetroSouth Medical called “The Senior Connection”. We are Rita & Gerry Center of Blue Island trying to keep you updated on all new for designing and events around town and give you Contact Us printing the City of information on up coming programs 708.396.7085 Blue Island Senior available for our Seniors. So, check out 13051 Greenwood Ave. Newsletter. It looks channel 4 around 3:00 pm. Blue Island, IL 60406 great! [email protected]

Flu Shots & Pneumonia Walgreens will be giving flu shots this year. For your convince they will be given at the Salvation Army in the last two weeks of September, during lunch time, 11 am-2 pm. You must call the Blue Island Senior Citizen Office (708.396.7085) to register. We need to let Walgreens know how many shots to bring.

Having trouble hearing on the phone? Illinois has a FREE amplified phone program! No age or income restrictions. A free program required and governed by Illinois law. www.itactty.org Progress Center for Independent Living 12940 S. Western Ave 3rd Fl., Blue Island (By appointment only) 708.388.5011

Senior Activities at the Salvation Army Please register with the Senior Office (708.396.7085) if you are interested in the following classes held at the Salvation Army starting in October. Classes are free to seniors.

Jewelry Classes Wednesdays from 1-3 pm

Crocheting, Floral Arrangement & Craft Classes Tuesdays from 1-2 pm

Speakers in September Monday September 12 Dr. Frank Vaugh will talk about Back Pain with a raffle.

Monday September 19 Dr. Barbara Bellar from MetroSouth Medical Center will talk about Senior Health. There will also be raffles and door prizes. 1 September 2011 Activities for Seniors at the Salvation Army 2900 W 127th Street • 708.332.0100 Provided for you by the City of Blue Island Senior Office 708.936.7085 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1 2 Movie: Fried Green Bingo Tomatoes 12:30-1:30 pm 12:30 pm Chapel Sr. Center Rm.

5 6 7 8 9 Closed Exercise Class Bingo Movie: The Notebook Bingo Labor Day 10-11 am 12:30-1:30 pm 12:30 pm Chapel 12:30-1:30 pm Sr. Center Rm Sr. Center Rm. Sr. Center Rm. Cards & Games Blood Pressure 12:30 pm 11:30 am-12:30 pm Sr.Center Rm. Sr. Center Rm.

12 13 14 15 16 Speaker: Dr. Vaugh from Exercise Class Bingo Movie: On Golden Pond Bingo Health On Earth Wellness 10-11 am 12:30-1:30 pm 12:30 pm Chapel 12:30-1:30 pm Center, LLC Sr. Center Rm Sr. Center Rm. Sr. Center Rm. 12:30 pm Cards & Games Sr. Dinning Rm. 12:30 pm Sr.Center Rm.

19 20 21 22 23 Speaker: Dr. Bellar on Exercise Class Bingo Movie: My Big Fat Greek Bingo General Health 10-11 am 12:30-1:30 pm Wedding 12:30-1:30 pm 12:30 pm Sr. Center Rm Sr. Center Rm. 12:30 pm Chapel Sr. Center Rm. Sr. Dinning Rm. Cards & Games Blood Pressure 12:30 pm 11:30 am-12:30 pm Sr.Center Rm. Sr. Center Rm.

26 27 28 29 30 Exercise Class Bingo Movie: Norma Rae Bingo 10-11 am 12:30-1:30 pm 12:30 pm Chapel 12:30-1:30 pm Sr. Center Rm Sr. Center Rm. Sr. Center Rm. Cards & Games 12:30 pm Sr.Center Rm.

Movies Gena Rowland, James Garner daughter be able to communicate On Thursdays, movies will be shown in the and Rachel McAdams. at last? Starring Katharine Chapel at 12:30 pm (nice comfortable Hepburn, Henry Fonda and Jane chairs and big screen). Come out to watch September 15, On Golden Pond Fonda. movies, keep cool and enjoy free popcorn! The loons are back again on Golden Pond and so are Norman September 22, My Big Fat Greek September 1, Fried Green Thayer, a retired professor, and Wedding A young Greek woman Tomatoes A homemaker who is Ethel who have had a summer falls in love with a non-Greek and unhappy with her life befriends an cottage there since early in their struggles to get her family to old lady in a nursing home and is marriage. This summer their accept him while she comes to enthralled by the tales she tells of daughter Chelsea, whom they terms with her heritage and people she used to know. Starring haven't seen for years, feels she cultural identity. Starring Nia Kathy Bates, Jessica Tandy and must be there for Norman's Vardalos, John Corbett and Mary Stuart. birthday. She and her fiancé are Michael Constantine. on their way to Europe the next September 8, The Notebook day but will be back in a couple of September 29, Norma Rae A poor and passionate young man weeks to pick up the fiancé’s son. A young single mother and textile falls in love with a rich young When she returns, Chelsea is worker agrees to help unionize her woman and gives her a sense of married and her stepson has the mill despite the problems and freedom. They soon are separated relationship with her father that dangers involved. Starring Sally by their social differences. Stars she always wanted. Will father and Field, Beau Bridges and Ron. September 2011 Salvation Army Senior Lunches 2900 W 127th Street • 708.332.0100 • 11 am-1 pm All are welcome: Under 60 years $5.00 (Carry-outs $5.50) 60 years and over $2.00 (Carry-outs $2.50) Over 90 years FREE! Dessert (Optional) $1.00

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1 2 lemon basil chicken fish & chips mashed sweet potatoes Cole slaw peas fruit & 2 bread fruit & 2 bread

5 6 7 8 9 Closed Labor Day sloppy Joe meatloaf egg roll lemon dill catfish spinach artichoke mashed potatoes orange chicken over vegetable pasta salad green bean casserole white rice barley fruit fruit & 2 bread fruit & 2 bread fruit & 2 bread

12 13 14 15 16 blackened chicken Tuscan pork chop chips & salsa Rosemary chicken Cajun catfish Cobb salad broc/gar paste beef taco salad mashed sweet potatoes red beans & rice fruit & 2 bread fruit & 2 bread fruit red pepper corn collard greens fruit & 2 bread fruit & 2 bread

19 20 21 22 23 chicken caesar salad Shrimp etouffee over beef stew over noodles chicken Vesuvio lemon basil catfish fruit & 2 bread white rice fruit & 2 bread potato wedges vegetable fruit & 2 bread peas barley fruit & 2 bread fruit & 2 bread

26 27 28 29 30 chef salad Italian sausage pork ribs Greek chicken fish & chips fruit & 2 bread peppers & onions over mashed sweet potatoes spinach orzo salad cole slaw pasta creamed spinach fruit & 2 bread fruit & 2 bread fruit & 2 bread fruit & 2 bread

Blue Island residents only LIHEAP & Circuit Breaker LIHEAP Appointments CEDA will be out to the Blue Island Senior Citizen Office located at 13051 Greenwood Ave. Please call the Senior Office at 708.396.7085 to make your appointment. Income Guidelines Family Size Gross income for 30 days. Prior to Application Date 1 person $1,361 2 people $1,839 3 people $2,316 4 people $2,794 5 people $3,271 6 people $3,749 Bring these documents to apply: • Proof of gross income from all household members for the 30-day period prior to the application. • Copy of most recent heat & electric bills (if you pay for your home energy directly) • Proof of Social Security number of all household members. If a member of your household receives TANF, you must bring their Medical Eligibility Card. Applicants that have their utilities covered in the rent must bring proof of rental agreement stating monthly rental amount that utilities are included, and landlord contact information. (Rent cost must be greater than 30% of household gross income for 30 days prior to application). Circuit Breaker New The Blue Island Senior Citizen Office will be having Catholic Charities out to help you with the Circuit Breaker in September & October. Please call the Senior Office at 708.396.7085 to set up your appointment. Eligibility: 65 years or older/age 16 or older if Disabled Income Limits (Gross income before any deductions) Illinois Care Rx Income Eligibility Household size New Income Limits Effective 9/1/2011 1 person $21,780 2 people $29,420 3 people $37,060 Benefit #1 Illinois Care Rx “Help with Prescription Drug costs’ *Illinois Cares Rx PLUS – covers almost all prescriptions drugs *Illinois Care Rx BASIC – covers drugs used in treatment of: Alzheimer’s disease, Arthritis, Cancer, Diabetes (including insulin, syringes and needles), Glaucoma, Heart & blood pressure problems, HIV/AIDS (if you have Medicare), Lung disease & smoking-related illness, Multiple sclerosis, Osteoporosis & Parkinson’s disease. Circuit Breaker, License Plate Discount & Ride Free Income Eligibility Household size Income limit 1 person $27,610 2 people $36,635 3 people $45,657 Benefit #2: Circuit Breaker Check (Property Tax Relief Grant) • One Grant check per year, per application • Base on your annual income and the amount of property taxes you owed/paid directly, or property taxes paid by your landlord through rent last year. Benefit #3 License Plate Discount – Save $75 (1 discount per year per application) Benefit #4 Ride Free Card (Senior age 65+ and persons with disabilities under 65) Required Documents: Medicare card, Social Security card, Valid Drivers License or State I.D. 1099 forms and/or W2 forms, awards letter and/or check pay stub, Proof of all assets All Health insurance cards, recent letters from Social Security and your retire health plan Housing: landlord information and rent paid and/or property taxes owed last year Most recent insurance card and letter from Medicare part-D prescription drug plan.

Elder Abuse By: Dr. Barbara Bellar, MD, JD, MA A dedicated & experienced Family Medicine Physician at MetroSouth Medical Center It is a sad commentary in today's world that we even need to be aware of "Elder Abuse".

Elder abuse is when an older adult experiences harm or mistreatment occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust that is violated. It can be abuse from a family member, neighbor or people that the older person relies on for services.

It can be physical, emotional, financial, sexual, sheer neglect or abandonment. Statistical data is very weak in this area but 25% of vulnerable older adults will report abuse in the previous month. Unfortunately, the majority of elder abuse is perpetrated against women. Adding years to your age or being of female gender, does not mean you subtract the respect and support you deserve as you mature.

So where does an elder victim turn for help and protection? You call always talk to your local police Dept. Or your local church staff. Especially discuss any abuse problem you may be experiencing with your primary care doctor at any point, call their office or make an appointment. Your Family Practice Physician is your personal advocate who will see that you get the help, protection and respect you deserve.

Other assistance options include; 1. Seek out your local Area Agencies on Aging. In Blue Island call the Chicago Dept. On Aging at 312-744-4016 2. Contact the National Center on Elder Abuse at 1-800-677-1116 3. Call the Illinois Dept. On aging Senior Help Line at 1-800-252-8966

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