No. 4 Volume 46 August-September 2016 August 2016

SPECIAL SEMINAR ON LOCAL SCAMS FRIENDS ANNUAL UPDATE The Amherst Police Department, in partnership The Friends of the Amherst Senior Center is pleased with the Amherst Senior Center and Peoples United to announce that we raised $40,677.71 during FY16. Bank in Amherst, are sponsoring a “Fraud Seminar” Many of you made our fundraising efforts successful to be held on Wednesday, August 17, 2016, at 1:00 PM, in through your contributions to the Annual Drive, the Cen- Room 101 of the Bangs Community Center. sus envelopes, tag sales, bake sales, craft sales and by Identity theft, credit card fraud, and wire transfer fraud has been a growing problem in our community, and senior citizens voting for the Friends at the Annual Florence Savings are specifically targeted in these crimes. Identity Theft is a Bank Community Choice Awards. crime in which someone obtains the personal or financial infor- You may wonder how that money is used. Since the mation of another person for the purpose of assuming that per- Senior Center only receives $1,000 from the Town for son’s name or identity in order to make fraudulent transactions expenses, the Friends provides funds for all of the other or purchases. Credit Card Fraud is the theft or fraud committed expenditures needed, such as, office supplies, food sup- using a credit card or any similar payment mechanism as a plies for special events, coffee and condiments for our fraudulent source of funds in a transaction with the sole purpose lunch program, filtered water, convalescent equipment to obtain goods without paying, or obtaining unauthorized funds from an account. and repair of that equipment, and routine operations. We While the type of scam often differs, one similar characteristic pay for entertainers for the Musical Showcases and for is that the scam artist often uses wire transfers as the method to the printing and postage for about 4000 Senior Spirit steal the victim’s money. Many people erroneously believe that newsletters. In FY16 we also funded the Senior Health money sent via a wire transfer is safe and easily retrievable and Services nurse, Lisa White, to do outreach at the Ann this could not be further from the truth. In addition, if funds are Whalen Apartments and the Clark House. Due to the in- wired outside of the country, as is the case in the majority of creased need for these scams, the Amherst Police Department can do little to Social Workers, we provided funds so that our part-time recover the money. Some common scams include: social worker, Helen MacMellon, could increase her Auction Fraud Scam: Involves fraud/misrepresentation of a product advertised for sale through an Internet auction site or hours. We purchased desk furniture, office chairs and the non-delivery of products purchased through an Internet auc- contributed to the successful Lock Box program of the tion site. SALT Council. There is much that goes on behind the Lottery Scam: Randomly targets an email address and scenes at the Senior Center. We are indebted to you for advises a citizen that he/she has been selected as the winner helping to make our services and programs possible. Our of an International lottery. goal is to help elders maintain their health and independ- Nigerian Scam: Communication from individuals representing themselves as Nigerian or foreign government officials offers the BANGS PARKING STICKERS 1/2 PRICE recipient the “opportunity” to share in a percentage of millions of The Town of Amherst’s parking decals allow visitors to the dollars. Senior Center to park in the Boltwood Walk Garage (lot adjacent Grandchild in Trouble Scam: Grandparents receive a to the Senior Center) for an annual fee of $25. Because the distraught phone call from an individual they believe is their year is now half gone, it has been decided that the decals would grandchild. The supposed grandchild typically explains that they are travelling in Canada and have been arrested or involved in be sold for half price, $12.50 , for the remainder of the year. an auto accident and need the grandparent to wire money to Those who have not previously had a parking decal should bring post bail or pay for damages—usually amounting to a few with them the fee, their driver’s license and their automobile thousand dollars. registration. A few additional decal rules will be explained at the IRS Scam: Communication via telephone from individuals time of purchase. representing themselves as IRS agents demanding money immediately. COUNCIL ON AGING MEMBERS Chief of Police Scott P. Livingstone said, “Each one of these Dan Clapp (Chair), Sue Dierks, John Magarian, Tim scams has been reported recently to the Amherst Police Depart- ment. It is a disgrace that these criminals target the senior Atteridge, Richard Kofler, Norma Hallock, Mary Hough, members of our community. Unfortunately, once the money has Etta Walsh, Elli Hein been transferred there are very few avenues of recovery. We hope that by educating the community, especially our senior Editors of THE SENIOR SPIRIT: population, that we will deter these scams from happening.” Nancy Hirsh Pagano, Karen Erman The Amherst Police Department urges people to report to them WEB SITE: www.amherstma.gov/seniorcenter if they have been defrauded out of any funds. For additional 70 Boltwood Walk in Amherst MA 01002 information please contact Captain Jennifer Gundersen at (413) 259-3060; 259-2413 (FAX) 259-3012 or via email at [email protected]. EMAIL: [email protected] Deadline for the next issue is September 5, 2016 Page 2 The Senior Spirit

WHO ARE THE “FRIENDS”? You are invited to ... A fundraising corporation called “Friends of the Amherst Senior TWO MUSICAL SHOWCASE SPECIAL EVENTS Center” was established in 2007 to help support the Senior At the Bangs Community Center Center when Town budget cuts eliminated funding of all programs and services for elders. The ’Friends’ now raises FREE ADMISSION — FREE REFRESHMENTS

money to provide for services, equipment, supplies, programs, BILL FOLEY and classes that benefit seniors in our community. It is a 501C-3 and all contributions are tax deductible. Friday, August 12th, 2 PM A native New Englander, Bill has been FRIENDS ANNUAL SOLICITATION performing music for over 30 years, the The Friends of the Amherst Senior Center’s 7th annual solicita- past eight of which have been spent tion and membership campaign is underway. The Senior Cen- ter, especially in these difficult times, relies on your help to keep bringing a unique, energetic and programs and services going. This year we will again need to expansive repertoire to seniors of all raise all program money through grants and donations. Any ages. Whether at assisted living and amount of money you can give is appreciated and needed! We nursing homes, senior centers or adult are always working to keep our elder “safety net” intact. day facilities, Bill has dedicated his time and energy to putting smiles on folks' faces, songs in their hearts, taps FY16 DONATIONS TO THE FRIENDS (7/1/15-6/30/16) in their toes and memories in their minds. With his guitar, $20,199.91 Thayer & Anita Greene, Debra & Frederick Wirth, Mary Jane harmonicas and sweet, soulful voice, Bill presents a Laus, Razoo Foundaton (Valley Gives Day) Amazon Smile, wonderful atypical mélange of tunes from the early 20th White Elephant Sale, Al Cohen & Dade Singapuri, Ron & Cincy century right up to the 1970's. From Brattleboro to Lashway, Barbara Ford, Claire Constable, Helen Reynolds, Boston, Portland to Providence and all points in between, Louise D’Alessandro, Florence Rosenstock, Strawberry Social, Bill has established himself as one of the Community Foundation of Western Mass., Jaymie Chernoff, most appealing and in demand performers Alicia & Tom Morton, Hampshire Community United Way around. "You must remember this....." (UMACCDesignations), Olivia Bernard, Razoo Foundation (Valley Gives Day) Johnny’s “Dine for Seniors”, Debra & Frederick Wirth DOUG SCHMOLZE Friday, September 16th, 2 PM 2016 ANNUAL FRIENDS CENSUS DONATION Singer and guitarist with a unique flair! $6,474.00 to date This show explores vintage songs from the John & Mildred Donahoe, Michele Barale, Kay F. Butler, Lisa “jazz age” 1920’s (Boom) and the 1930’s Raskin, Erik & Diane Kjeldsen, Cleve & Barbara Willis, (Bust). Composers such as Irving Berlin, George Mary McCarthy Gershwin and Harold Arlen (find out who he was) among others are represented. A power-point presentation JOY OF SONG—with Sara Snyder provides images to accompany each song or lyrics, Thursdays, August 18th & September enabling the audience to join in on some classic sing-a- 15th, 1-2 PM longs from the era. Ranging from pathos to humor, with Please join us for a fun, informal com- stories and historical anecdotes, the show has something munity singing hour. Join in on familiar for everyone and a few surprises. Doug studied composi- old songs, and enjoy the proven health tion and guitar at the Berklee School of Music and voice benefits of group singing. Lyrics will be with Frank Kelley. He performs at a variety of venues in provided. All abilities welcome – it’s the New England and beyond. For more information visit spirit that counts! www.dougschmolze.com. Sara is an experienced musician with an MA in World Music and a full-length CD. She has been leading group sings in a variety of places in Western Mass. This is the first of three sings “NAME THAT TUNE” funded by the Mass. Cultural Council. Sara has a repertoire of WITH STEVE DAMON more than 275 classic songs and she accompanies groups with an antique banjolele! Sing-along with Steve usually the 1st and 3rd Mondays year-round from 11-11:45 AM Amherst Senior Center Staff in the Large Activity Room. Nancy Hirsh Pagano, Director/Program Director Maura Plante, Program Director/Social Worker August 1st~ Name That Tune: TV Theme Karen Erman, Administrative Assistant (Office Manager) August 15th~Name That Tune: Americana September 12th~Hand Chime Workshop Helen MacMellon, Social Worker—Outreach September 19th~ Name That Tune: Children’s Songs Lisa White, Senior Health Services Director Kathleen Nelson—Lunch Site Director Steve Damon is the Founder and Lead Educator of Kazem Rahmani—Program Assistant ANatural Music School ~~~~~ www.anaturalmusicschool.org Reception Desk Main Phone # 413-259-3060 [email protected] Fax # 413-259-2413 The Senior Spirit Page 3

SPECIAL EVENTS and SEMINARS FOR YOUR HEALTH AND SAFETY

WHAT IS THE AMHERST S.A.L.T. COUNCIL? Seniors and Law Enforcement Together (S.A.L.T.) Council members work with the Police, Fire and Sheriff’s Departments on projects that increase the safety and the well-being of our older residents.

THE MAJESTY AND MYSTERY OF WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A MEMBER? CROP CIRCLES Meetings are held the second Tuesday of every month (except With Naturalist, John Root July and August) at 10 AM at the Amherst Police Department. New members are always welcome to join. Call Mag Coty at Wednesday, August 10th, 1:30-2:30 PM 253-5832 for more information about S.A.L.T. * featuring images of complex designs found annually in farmers’ crops and other loca- tions worldwide, descriptions of their effects SENIOR SAFE: on soils, plants, animals, and human visitors, Senior Awareness of Fire Education and theories about their origins and meaning. The Amherst Fire Department is offering a special program for Seniors called Senior SAFE (Senior * handouts with informative websites and a bibliography Awareness of Fire Education). It’s funded though the Depart- will be offered to participants ment of Fire Services. The program is run by Amherst www.johnroot.net Firefighters and consists of home inspection for fire safety, free carbon monoxide detectors and house numbering with no cost

to seniors. PROTECT YOURSELF FROM If you are interested in a home safety inspection, a free carbon MEDICARE FRAUD monoxide detector and/or house number, please contact Nancy Did you know that $60 to $90 Pagano at the Senior Center, 259-3114. billion of our tax dollars are lost to Medicare fraud each year? “Our Senior SAFE Program has had over 200 contacts in Come meet a representative of the the past 2.5 years—nearly 175 house numbers, 160 Home Massachusetts Senior Medicare Patrol (MA SMP) Program on Safety Visits, and too many smoke and CO detectors to Thursday, September 1, at 1:30 PM at the Amherst Senior count.” Center, 70 Boltwood Walk, Amherst, MA 01002, and participate in a discussion on how to prevent, detect, report healthcare errors, fraud and abuse. We all can have an active role in pro- TRIAD SAFE ENTRY PROGRAM tecting Medicare for ourselves and future generations. Flyers are available at the Amherst Senior Center This free information workshop will provide you with the tools about this program of the S.A.L.T. Council offered in to become a more informed & engaged health care consumer. collaboration with the Senior SAFE Program of the For more information and to reserve your seat, please contact Amherst Fire Department. A generous donation from the Nancy Pagano at the Amherst Senior Center at 413-259-3114 Center for Extended Care and the Arbors is helping to fund the or at: [email protected] lock boxes. If you cannot attend this workshop but have questions about This is a program in which seniors have a lock box installed your healthcare bills, Medicare Summary Notices, or other that holds their house key. The lock box is a small secure box health insurance explanation of benefits statements, please call with a combination (which you choose) that holds your house the MA SMP Program office at 800-892-0890. key. The location and combination will be on file with the This event is jointly sponsored by the Amherst Senior Center Amherst 911 Dispatch Center. and the Massachusetts Senior Medicare Patrol Program. The When an emergency call comes to the Dispatch Center, the Massachusetts Senior Medicare Patrol Program is funded in dispatcher informs the responding officer or paramedic (via a part by grant number 90-MP0226-01-00 from the U.S. Depart- secure format) of the lock box location and combination which ment of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Commu- will allow the officer quicker entry to offer assistance. There is nity Living, Washington, DC 20201. no charge for this lock box thanks to community donations. Contributions by recipients are gratefully accepted always. An application form is available at the Amherst Senior Center which should be given to Nancy Pagano when completed. Senior Center Second Hand Clothing Shop SPECIAL SEMINAR ABOUT THE SALT COUNCIL’S Fridays 9 AM-12 Noon LOCK BOX & HOUSE NUMBER PROGRAMS Bangs’ Large Activity Room Wednesday, August 3rd, 1:30 PM To help support the programs and services of the Please come to the Senior Center and meet Walter Hoffman, Amherst Senior Center. Donations of clean, gently used SALT Council member and supervisor of the Safe Entry (lock box) program. Walt is a retired 20-year Amherst Fire Depart- clothing will be accepted during shop hours. ment veteran who can answer any and all questions about the Arline Wright is the shop manager. SALT Council and its house number and Safe Entry programs. Over 100 lock boxes have been installed now!! AMHERST SENIOR CENTER’S SECOND HAND SHOP

NEEDS DONATIONS OF CLEAN ADULT CLOTHING, JEWELRY, SHOES, AND SMALL HOUSEHOLD ITEMS.

THE SHOP IS OPEN EVERY FRIDAY IN THE BANGS COMMUNITY CENTER FROM 9 AM– 12 NOON.

DONATIONS CAN BE LEFT ANYTIME MON-FRI AT THE SENIOR CENTER OFFICE Page 4 The Senior Spirit CLASSES/SEMINARS DRAWING CLASSES SHAKESPEARE CLASS: Instructor: Carolyn Bruneau HENRY VI (PART 2) Mondays, 9:30-11:30 AM Instructor: Mrs. Dorothy Canciglia Wednesdays: September 21st, 28th, 10/5 , 10/12, Those of you who have been in class the past 10/19. These five classes meet from 10-11:30 AM. few weeks have chosen to work with AB- The sixth class is October 26th—9 AM-12 noon (movie.) STRACT ART. So, the month of AUGUST In part one, we saw how the boy king was faced with will be dedicated to that. the death of his father, wars in France, ambitious nobles

vying for power in his court, and unrest throughout his AUGUST 1st——WHAT IS ABSTRACT ART?? The elements of art and design will be presented....or re- realm. By the end of the play, he has at least survived viewed .....and the “rules” of composition will again be dis- till young adulthood without being assassinated, the cussed. YOU will then “doodle”, in black and white, to either begin wars in France are temporarily over (with England the or review what effect these elements can have when viewing your victor), and he is looking forward to marriage with a abstract design. French noblewoman—which he hopes will cement an PLEASE bring graphic pencils, graphite sticks, charcoal pencils or alliance between the two countries. pen and ink, and appropriate paper. Join us as we read and discuss Henry VI part two. Please bring a copy of the play with you to the first AUGUST 8TH——MUSIC AS INSPIRATION session. The New Folger Library Edition is Today we will discuss how music can be used to create an abstract recommended, but other editions are good, too. drawing. Also, how does color fit into the drawing?? You will com- There is no charge for this class, but pre-registration is plete two different drawings as you listen to two different kinds of helpful. Contact the senior center at 259-3060 to music...... what color is that music?? reserve a spot. PLEASE bring whatever color medium you’d like to work with and appropriate paper. FOOD WRITING COURSE Fridays, 3-4:30 PM, Sept.16-Oct. 21st, 2016 AUGUST 15TH——ABSTRACTING FROM NATURE Let’s encourage each other as we explore Using photos of nature (birds, flowers, trees, etc.) you will practice writing about favorite family foods, the food eliminating reality. Focusing on the shapes, color, and texture, you industry, restaurant reviews, recipes, and will create an abstract drawing. local food products. We’ll look at tips and PLEASE bring whatever medium you would like to work with, and tactics for focusing and improving our writing about appropriate paper. food experiences, volunteer to read our writing aloud, AUGUST 22ND—ABSTRACTING FROM THE HUMAN FORM and share our longer pieces. Please bring a food photo Using photos of people, you will practice eliminating reality, and printed or on your device for inspiration at the first focus on the shapes, color, and texture creating an abstract draw- class, if you have one. (A minimum of 5 people are re- ing. Your choice of medium quired for this course to happen, so PLEASE PRE- REGISTER.) AUGUST 29TH——COMBINATION ABSTRACTIONS Judith Rathbone is an experienced college writing instructor Today you will create an abstract drawing or painting using abstrac- who also taught creative writing for five years at a senior center tions from nature with abstractions from the human body. You may in California before returning to Amherst last year. Contact her FOR YOUR INFORMATION also want to add “doodles” from your imagination. Your choice of at [email protected] with any questions or to introduce medium. yourself before the course starts!

SEPTEMBER 12TH THRU OCTOBER 24TH—–—BASIC LECTURES ON COSMOLOGY DRAWING (no class on Sept.5th, Labor Day and October 10th, Taught by JAMES van LUIK, Professor Emeritus, Philosophy of Science Columbus Day) SPACE, TIME AND VARIOUS KINDS OF MATTER This 6- week Basic Drawing class is offered almost every year, and is Eight Tuesdays, 1-3 PM loosely based on Betty Edwards’ book, Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain. You will learn to see like the artist sees, and draw what you 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/4,/10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1 see, not what you think is there. This is a great class for people who Professor van Luik will lecture on several cosmological aspects have never drawn before, and is a wonderful review for those of you of space, time & various kinds of matter. In order to form a black who have been drawing. All levels of ability are welcomed and will hole there must be a critical amount of mass in a small area benefit from this approach. perhaps smaller than the size of a proton, produced by a ran- dom quantum fluctuation, in order to maintain subatomic integ- BEGINNERS...... all that is needed is an open mind, a pencil and eraser, and a drawing pad at least 9X12. rity. It may be the case that one can have a black hole inside a EXPERIENCED...... you will be given more complicated “assignments”, dark matter conglomerate, but this wouldn't necessarily mean if wanted. You may use pencils, pen and ink, in black and white or that the black hole is constituted of dark matter. There is specu- color, and appropriate paper. lation that being smaller than a proton, perhaps a dimensionless point particle, such a particle rather than being destroyed in a Everyone on all levels is welcome to join us! Feel free to call me, black hole, could emerge in a new universe. Carolyn Bruneau, 413-527-0579 with individual ideas, needs, ques- tions & requests. Classes are $10 each payable to the instructor. No advance registration is required for these Free classes held in Room 101 of the

Bangs Community Center. The Senior Spirit Page 5 AMHERST SENIOR TRAVEL CLUB BUS TRIPS Contact Nancy Pagano at 259-3114 for further information.

FAST FERRY TO PROVINCETOWN, MA MULTIBAND POPS AT UMASS FINE ARTS CENTER DATE: Wednesday, August 24th, 2016 LEAVE: 6 AM RETURN: 9 PM (approx.) DATE: Friday, September 30th, 2016 COST: $130 (ferry, motorcoach, gratuity) LEAVE: 6:45 PM RETURN: 10:30 APPROX. NOTES: Participants will have a 90-minute ride each way. We COST: $20 (ticket only, transportation by van, car) leave Boston at 8:30 AM and will be in Provincetown from 10 AM NOTES: This showcase of the Minuteman Marching Band and until 3 PM. Provincetown is a very fun vacation destination—funky other music and dance groups is always a wonderful experience. shops, good restaurants, beautiful scenery! A special thing to do is

to take a dune buggy ride! We’ll stop at Maggiano’s/Legal Seafood for dinner before returning home (you order/pay yourself.) LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE FALL FOLIAGE TRAIN RIDE &TURKEY DINNER ONBOARD

BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 9 DATE: Monday, October 10th, 2016 TANGLEWOOD SUNDAY CONCERT 8 AM 7:30-8 PM approx. LEAVE: RETURN: DATE: Sunday, August 28th, 2016 COST: $90 (turkey dinner, motor coach, train, gratuity) LEAVE: 10 AM RETURN: 6:30 PM (approx.) NOTES: This is a three-hour train ride with a Hart’s Turkey Farm hot turkey dinner included. (This trip was a big hit last year and is COST: $53 (lawn seats, van) Buy your own Shed tickets if now back by popular demand and is already filling fast.) you prefer. (This will reduce your price by $22.)

NOTES: This is The Evelyn and Samuel Lourie Memorial Concert featuring the Boston Symphony Orchestra conducted by Christoph BOSTON SYMPHONY AFTERNOON von Dohnanyl; Rachel Willis-Sorensen, soprano; Ruxandra Donose, CONCERT AT SYMPHONY HALL— BOSTON mezzo; Joseph Kalser, tenor; Gunther Groissbock, bass; Tangle- wood Festival Chorus. (The concert starts at 2:30 PM) DATE: Friday, November 11th, 2016 Participants may bring lawn chairs & picnic food of their choice. LEAVE: 8 AM RETURN 6-6:30 PM Pizza, sandwiches & drinks are also available at Tanglewood. COST: $120 (motorcoach, concert)

NOTES: We will order a limited number of tickets. For those NEW YORK (BRONX) BOTANICAL GARDENS people who order their own tickets, the bus cost is $29.

PROGRAM: Andris Nelsons, conducting. A new composition by a DATE: Saturday, September 10th, 2016 person named Nathan, followed by Brahms Symphony No. 2 (a LEAVE: 8 AM RETURN: 10 PM magnificent work) COST: $90 (admission, motorcoach, gratuity) NOTES: See spectacular seasonal exhibitions in- AMHERST SR. TRAVEL CLUB LONG TRIPS 2017 side a landmark glasshouse that also features a tropical rainforest and cactus-filled desert! Ride the tram or walk to explore diverse SPOTLIGHT ON BARCELONA, SPAIN gardens and plant collections across 250 acres of year-round May 13-19, 2017 beauty throughout the National Historic Landmark Landscape, in- 7 Days ● 8 Meals: 5 Breakfasts ● 1 Lunch ● 2 Dinners cluding 30,000 magnificent trees. Enjoy exciting hands-on activi- ties in two gardens and shopping in the very nice Gardens gift shop. Per Person Rates: Double $3,879; Single $4,579; Triple $3,849 Participants have two meal options at the Gardens: a lunch café or Included in Price: Roundtrip Air, Attraction, Insurance ($280), the “Hudson Garden Grill”. Call ahead for a reservation for the Air Taxes, Hotel Transfers Grill—646-627-7711. Supper at Blue Colony Diner in Connecticut. Highlights: Barcelona ● Pare Güell ● La Sagrada Familia ● EASTERN STATES EXPOSITION Choice of Gothic Quarter & Cathedral or LaBoqueria Open- Air Market & Güell Palace ● Penedès Wine Region ● DATE: Thursday, September 29th, 2016 Cooking Class ● Winery Tour & Tasting ● Sitges LEAVE: 8:30 AM RETURN: 7:30 PM ~~~~~ COST: $10 (van ride) You pay your own admission. NORTHERN NATIONAL PARKS NOTES: Hop on our van and enjoy the deliciousness of the September 8-15, 2017 Big E! Don’t miss the fun—space is limited. 8 Days ● 10 Meals: 7 Breakfasts ● 3 Dinners Per Person Rates: Double $3,069; Single 3,769; Triple $3,039 Included in Price: Roundtrip Airfare, Insurance ($240), Air SENIOR TRAVEL CLUB GUIDELINES Taxes, Hotel Transfers Highlights:  PLEASE SIGN EARLY FOR TRIPS SO THEY DON’T GET CAN- CELLED AND EVERYONE IS THEN DISAPPOINTED Salt Lake City ● Jackson Hole ● Yellowstone National Park ● Old Faithful ● Grand Teton National Park ● Park City  Anyone, any age, from any town may participate. ~~~~~  All trips leave from the Big Y parking lot—please park behind the For a brochure, stop by the Senior Center or call Nancy at Goodwill store. 259-3114  Money for each trip is due TWO WEEKS IN ADVANCE. Make checks out to: “Senior Travel Fund”.  Call Nancy’s cell at 413-575-2681 if you are cancelling at the last minute so the bus won’t wait unnecessarily. Page 6 The Senior Spirit

SENIOR CENTER WELLNESS CLINICS HELD AT THE BANGS COMMUNITY CENTER SENIOR HEALTH SERVICES SENIOR FOOT CARE: Lisa White, BS, RN Sharon Beaulieu, RN, staffs our foot care (and ear irriga- “Helping seniors help themselves stay healthy” tion) clinics EACH FRIDAY from 9:40-12:40 PM. The fee for service is $28. For an appointment, call 259-3060. Foot care Bangs Center Hours: includes nail clipping, callous removal, therapeutic foot massage and Mondays 10 AM-12 PM & 1:30-3:30 PM hygienic foot bath. Sharon is willing to do home visits for foot care, Thursdays 1:30-3:30 PM if that is necessary. Call the Senior Center and leave your name & phone # and Sharon will call you to make and appointment for your in- Screening & Monitoring Symptoms of Health Problems home visit. (home visits are $40). blood pressure, blood glucose level, weight measurements, etc. Senior Health Services seeks to promote health & monitor EAR IRRIGATION CLINICS ongoing health conditions. with Sharon Beaulieu, RN  First aid for minor trauma Appointments are 20 minutes and may be scheduled for  Health information and resource materials two sessions. Patients need to use Debrox Wax Softening medications, diet, health conditions, concerns, better health care, drops at home two days prior to their appointment for hardened wax etc. We can help you identify and possibly change risk factors for problems. Treatments are $25. developing health problems such as high blood pressure, heart Sharon offers ear irrigation or foot care on Fridays from 9:40- disease, stroke and diabetes. 12:40 PM. Call the sr. ctr. at 259-3060 to schedule your appoint-  Assistance with health care needs ment. Do you need help with a non-emergency health issue? Are you unsure who to go to? EAR IRRIGATION CLINICS Please call 413-259-3257. with Dr. Daniel Clapp Lisa will call you back to discuss. Dr. Daniel Clapp is providing ear irrigation clinics the 2nd & 4th Did You Know? Tuesday of each month from 3-4:30 PM to seniors at no charge. The Senior Health Services Nursing Center is a fee-free Those who avail themselves of this service will be encouraged to service thanks to generous community donations. make a $10 donation to the Amherst Senior Center Wellness Grants Gift Account instead of paying a fee. No Debrox drops are needed. FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CLINICS Appointments can be made by dropping in or calling the Senior Tuesdays, 9-10 AM at the Amherst Senior Center at 259-3060. Upcoming clinics are: 8/9 & 8/23 and 9/13 & Center in the Senior Center’s Garrabrants Room. No advance appointments are needed MASSAGE CLINICS to participate. This clinic is run by retired or Licensed Massage Therapist, Talya Solomon, is semi-retired nurses who volunteer their time. scheduling head and neck and full body massages at the Bangs Center. Her charges are reduced for seniors and are $40 per hour and $25 for a half hour. Clinics are HEARING CARE SERVICES held Tuesdays by appointment. Courtesy of the Avada Hearing Care Center, Call Talya to schedule your appointment at 256-8225. Home visits are hearing aid repair service is available regularly at also available. Talya’s website is www.massagewithtalya.com. the Bangs Community Center. Walter Nowak, a Hearing Instrument Specialist, provides hearing aid “HAND PAIN” SEMINAR repair clinics and hearing screening every other month at the Senior Center. He will be available Wednesday, Thursday, August 4th, 2016 1-2 PM August 17th, 1-3 PM. Angela Menard, hand therapist for Attain Therapy + Fitness, an ATI Partner, will be The following services will be provided at no cost: presenting a free seminar at the Senior Center  Evaluations ● Screening reviewing general hand pain diagnoses, the causes of these  Counseling ● Ear Canal Inspection diagnosis, as well as tips on modifying activities to avoid  Hearing Aid Assessment pain with recommended treatment options. At the end of the If there is an internal problem with the hearing aid, Walter will presentation, she will welcome questions and discussion. assist you with returning it to the factory for repair. There will be a “During our normal day, our hands experience many stress- factory charge for all aids that need to be repaired at the factory ors, causing us pain – when we dress and bath, cook, clean, unless the aid is still under factory warranty. Please call the Senior Center at 259-3060, if you wish to garden, and even type and text. Let’s discuss these aches schedule an appointment. If you wish information on hearing and pains while enjoying a short hand massage, and see if health, call 1-800-247-5666. we can improve and even try to decrease these reoccur- At AVADA, our mission is to make sure that every person rences.” over the age of 55 in our community has an annual hearing screening as part of their overall health and wellness. COME ON OVER TO THE SENIOR CENTER TO When you suffer from hearing loss, you also suffer from a diminished quality of life. At AVADA, we are committed to KEEP COOL, TAKE PART IN PROGRAMS, DO A helping people regain their hearing and the lifestyle they PUZZLE, ENJOY FRIENDS & RELAX IN OUR deserve. If you know of someone who we can assist, COOL AIR. LUNCH CAN BE ARRANGED TOO please contact us. You may be part of changing someone’s IF YOU CALL AHEAD BY 10 AM THE DAY life. BEFORE. WE HAVE LEMONADE & MUNCHIES ON HAND FOR YOU IN THE AFTERNOON. The Senior Spirit Page 7

SENIOR CENTER FITNESS CLASSES

GENTLE FITNESS—Mon, Wed, & Fri. 11-11:30 AM—with Dona Motts & Penny Nolan Gentle fitness classes continue Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 11-11:30 AM at the Bangs Community Center. All exercises are done in a standing or sitting position and are set to music.

Suggested donation is $1 per class. Newcomers are welcome anytime.

NOT JUST ANY LINE DANCING—Tuesdays, 10:45-11:45 AM—with Anastasia Christie Dona Penney Anastasia teaches an ongoing fitness class entitled NOT JUST ANY LINE DANCING Tuesdays, 10:45-11:45 AM. The cost is $5 per class (payable to the instructor). Beginners can start at any class; advanced registration isn’t necessary. No line dancing classes in August.

BALLROOM DANCING—Fridays, 9:45-10:45 AM, Instructor Anastasia Christie What can be better than starting out your morning to the tunes of big bands while getting a great workout for your body and soul? This course covers the basics of Waltz, Swing, Foxtrot, Tango, Cha-cha, Rumba and Mambo. Sign up for Anastasia’s class for eight weeks or take it one at a time. Anastasia instructs on the DVD companion to the book, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Ballroom Dancing. No experience or dance partner necessary. Friendly atmosphere. New- comers can join anytime. The fee per hour lesson is $8 per couple, $5 single. No ballroom dance classes in August.

FOLK DANCING—Tuesdays 1-2 PM—Instructor Eva Goldwater Exercise your mind as well as your body with INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCING. Folk dancing is a gentle, weight- bearing activity that engages your brain as well. Best of all, it’s FUN! If you can walk, you can do these dances. All dances are taught. The folk dance group meets Tuesdays, 1-2 PM in the Bangs Center’s Large Activity Room. Newcomers can join at any time, and there is no fee.

TAI CHI—Mondays 3-4 PM—Instructor Bailing Li THERE IS NO TAI CHI IN AUGUST Tai Chi is very helpful to elders to improve balance, flexibility, & concentration. It is a particular help for people who have arthritis because Tai Chi involves slow motion and reduces joint inflammation. Tai Chi for Seniors imparts great health benefits, such as: improved posture and balance to help prevent falls, better circulation, improved metabolism, enhanced immune and neuromuscular functioning, as well as healing and prevention of illness. According to Bailing, the American Medical Association recently researched Tai Chi and found that it also helps in coping with headaches, shin- gles and osteoporosis. Bailing Li’s weekly TAI CHI classes are open to newcomers anytime. The charge is $75 for ten sessions— speak to the instructor about her payment policy if necessary. There is no Monday Tai Chi in August. Classes resume 9/12.

ARTHRITIS EXERCISE—Mondays, Weds. & Fridays 12:30-2 PM led by Lynn Vennell, Judy Atwood This is a group exercise program specifically designed for people with arthritis and related rheumatic diseases or musculoskeletal conditions, taught by trained & certified Arthritis Foundation instructors. Each class includes a variety of stretching, strengthening, endurance-building and relaxation exercises. Scientific studies have shown, after eight weeks of at least bi-weekly participation in Arthritis Exercise, you are likely to experience reduced joint pain and stiffness, as well as maintained or improved mobility, muscle strength and functional ability. In short, if your joints need a “tune-up”, this is the exercise class for you. The Amherst Senior Center’s Arthritis Exercise classes are 90 minutes in length, and are held every M-W-F from 12:30–2 PM and are $2 each. Newcomers are now wait listed.

MOVING IN RHYTHM—Thursdays from 3-4 PM—Instructor Alicia Morton This class uses easy to follow and pleasurable movements, which are known to improve bone density, done to a selection of world music--from Mali, Norway, Haiti, Ireland and more. The music is beautiful and makes moving irre- sistible. Wear comfortable clothing and soft-soled shoes. Drop-ins welcome. This is a free class . No classes until September 15th.

HEALTHY BONES & BALANCE (FORMERLY KNOW AS OSTEOPOROSIS RESISTANCE TRAINING CLASSES)— Mondays & Wednesdays 8:30-10 AM and Tuesdays & Thursdays 2:30-4 PM The Healthy Bones and Balance Program (HBB) is designed to increase participants’ strength, mobility, flexibility and balance. Weekly classes are led by trained RSVP volunteers. Healthy Bones & Balance classes are a free, fun way to exercise and socialize. Participants use light hand weights and/or leg weights or their own resistance to increase muscle strength and stimulate joint health. Instructors offer modifications that make this class safe while still offering appropriate challenge to achieve results. HBB leaders are part of a network of trained volunteers with interest in and knowledge about exercise and wellness. Jaymie Chernoff and Betsy Howlett lead the morning classes and Sophie Rogers and Mary Beth Seminario lead the afternoon classes.* *If you are interested in the afternoon class, please call one of the instructors first: Mary Beth at 413-253-0894 or Sophie at 413-835-0644.

“FUNCTION WELL”—Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30-9:30 AM—Instructor Greg Coleman In this class, students build strength and improve mobility, range of motion, and coordination—all things that are crucial for functioning well into your later years. Come and enjoy this fun morning class! Classes are $3 each. It is expected that Function Well on Mondays will resume in September. (Tuesdays and Thursday classes continue in the summer.)

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WEDNESDAY MORNING YOGA CLASSES GENDER: AN ANTHROPOLOGICAL LED BY DANA ORSMAN PERSPECTIVE Wednesdays, 9:30-10:45 AM 9 Thursdays, 10-11:30 AM 7/7-9/1 & Fri- Yoga is a powerful practice for maintaining lifelong day, 9/9. As the course progresses, there health and well-being. Curious participants of all may be a Thursday that will be skipped ages are welcome to come and try out yoga at the Amherst Senior Center! No pre-registration is necessary. Drop-ins are but at this point that is only a possibility. always welcome. Wednesdays at 9:30 AM. Energizing, An examination of the biology, psychology, and cultural under- strengthening and calming chair and floor yoga postures are pinnings of sex and gender. The greatest emphasis is on con- offered in a playful, relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Modifi- structed gender and the manner in which it varies across cul- cations are offered for all poses, both in the chair and on the tures. The goal of this course is to promote an understanding of floor. The fee for each class is $10 payable to the instructor. what some of the genuine differences are between the sexes and of the significant variability that, nonetheless, is held to be TAI CHI for Arthritis and Fall Preven- biologically given. This is a free course, but please pre-register at the tion – Tues/Thurs 10:30-11:30 AM Senior Center or by calling 259-3060. Come enjoy the Instructor Arianne Pfoutz (We want our classroom to be set up adequately) gentle, fluid movements of Tai Chi while boosting your health and mobility. Dr. Paul Lam’s Tai Chi Douglas Raybeck is professor emeritus of anthropology at for Health (Arthritis) program has been endorsed Hamilton College. He received his PhD in anthropology from by the CDC as an effective tool for reducing the Cornell University in 1975. He has published more than 60 pa- risk of falling; the Arthritis Foundation recommends it to help pers and six books, four of which were coauthored. Topics have reduce pain and stiffness and increase balance and flexibility. ranged from fieldwork in Kelantan, Malaysia, to psycholinguis- This program emphasizes safety and working within your indi- tics, to study skills, the likelihood of extraterrestrial intelligence, vidual comfort zone. Participants experience relaxation, calm, and future studies. His most recent book is Looking Down the and a boost in energy and clarity that often spills over after Road: A Systems Approach to Future Studies. class. Our focus is on having fun, feeling more empowered, and creating a higher level of mind and body wellness by practicing WELLNESS GRANTS ARE AVAILABLE these easy yet profound exercises. Even a few minutes of Tai Chi stimulates the body to move toward healing. The Senior Center doesn’t want anyone to be left Classes are $5 each payable to the instructor. out of its fitness classes or clinics because of lack of funds. A $15 “wellness grant” is available to low-income Amherst elders upon request. Speak to Karen or Nancy at the Senior Center to fill out a simple means-test form. A maximum of two $15 grants is allowed per month ($150 yearly cap) and can be used for clinic appointments or fitness classes. (The funds for this come from donations.)

Three lectures on Nutrition and Metabolism will be given by Professor Frans Huijing, a medical scientist and emeritus professor of biochemistry and molecular biology of the University of Miami.

Nutrition: Not All Carbohydrates Are Bad Tuesday, August 16th, from 10-11:30 AM The difference between good and bad carbohydrates: Eat complex carbohydrates to feed your brain and your bacteria. Avoid simple sugars and artificial sweeteners. Nutrition: Not All Fats Are Bad Tuesday, August 23rd from 10-11:30 AM The difference between good and bad fats: Eat foods prepared with oil squeezed from seeds (olive, corn, canola, etc.). Avoid solid fat and tropical oils. Nutrition: Proteins in Your Diet, all are good, some are better Tuesday, August 30th, from 10-11:30 AM The role of protein in the diet. Eat mostly plant proteins from seeds and nuts, supplemented with some protein from fish, eggs, milk and a limited amount of meat. Eat some good protein with each of your meals. Excess dietary protein is mostly converted into fat.

In his lectures with PowerPoint slides, Professor Huijing will explain the difference between good and bad carbohydrates, good and bad fats and the role of protein in the diet. He will hint at the importance of the bacteria in our intestine for our health and their re- sponse to the food that we consume. Professor Huijing was born and educated in the Netherlands. He taught medical and undergraduate students in Miami for 48 years. He developed methods to make the diagnosis of genetic diseases of metabolism by tests in blood cells rather than in liver and mus- cle biopsies. He also developed nutritional treatments for some of these diseases. The Senior Spirit Page 9

NEW OPTIONS COMMUNITY GROUP CALENDAR FOR SEPTEMBER 2016

Since 1997we have been expanding our conscious knowledge about a wide variety of new re- search findings, concepts and practices from scientific, humanistic and psycho-spiritual commu- nities worldwide. No topic is out of bounds. Our discussions are always mutually respectful and empathetic. Our mission? To inform our conscious responses to life situations so that our choices will be made within integrally wise and healthful parameters.

September 7 – Holistic Approaches to Health. New Options member, Bev Jemison, and guest, Becky Turner, will present information on holistic approaches to health, and then lead an interactive workshop on the subject with group members. Both Bev and Becky have backgrounds in this field, as well as extensive experience working inter- actively with individuals and groups.

September 14 – The Coming Food Crisis. New Options co-coordinator, Dick Stein will lead a discussion on the problems of food shortages and what might be done to mitigate them. The growing world population suggests a growing need for food at a time when the means of producing it are declining. The challenges include decreasing availability and productivity of farmland and environmental changes such as draughts.

September 21 – Workshop on Writing. New Options member, and published author Natalie Gallo will give a pres- entation on elements involved in writing, read selection from her own works and provide group members an oppor- tunity to write a bit of our own, using a few of the elements that Natalie has presented.

September 28 - The Incorporation of Yoga and its Spiritual Practices in Today’s Culture. New Options member Debra Wirth will introduce Yoga spiritual practices. She and New Options coordinator, Jane Madden, will prepare a power point presentation to clarify this less well known topic. Then as a group we will look for what com- monalities we see in all our spiritual lives.

Our group is coordinated by Jane Madden, Dick Stein and Jay Stryker. We meet Wednesdays from 2-4PM in Room 101 of the Bangs Community Center. Should you have questions, please feel free to call Jane Madden at 413 230- 3460 or by email at [email protected].

RICHARD WAGNER: THE RING OF THE NIBELUNG PART 2

Taught by Stephen A. Gottlieb, Emeritus Professor of English Literature Dates and Times: Starts September 1, THURSDAYS, 1:00 to 3:00 PM in Room 101 of the Bangs Community Center: Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6 and 20 [NOTE: we skip Oct. 13 and the Sept. 8th class starts at 1:30 PM.]

This class is free, but please sign up at the Senior Center if possible. In this second of two courses on Richard Wagner's Der Ring des Nibelungen (The Ring of the Nibelung), premiere 1876, I will discuss Siegfried and Die Götterdämmerung (The Twilight of the Gods) the 3rd and 4th of the Ring music dramas. We will watch complete live video perform- ances of them. As the musical core and compendium of Wagner's music, The Ring cycle possesses complex musical and psychological depth, based on Wagner's brilliant adaptation of Icelandic and other myths. In addition to writing the librettos and composing the music, Wag- ner controlled all aspects of cast and production and built an opera house specifically for these operas. Few other sets of operas bet- ter represent the variety and emotional depth of the human condition, from the imagined creation of a world to its destruction. With a full spectrum of charming and horrid characters and creatures, the characterization of these final two operas is more subtle and musi- cally more advanced than the first two. We continue to explore many details of these visually startling and very human music dramas. Attention also is paid to the philosophic and political background for Wagner, as well as his opera production, Germany, religion, European music. As always, I have designed this course for people who enjoy classical music, or who are curious about it, with a format of lectures, watching the operas, and discussion. —Prof. Stephen A. Gottlieb [email protected]

A multi-media presentation of poetry, painting, dance and music, followed by discussion with the audience.

SEEKING SERENDIPITY Friday, September 9th, 2016, from 3-4 PM

Alicia Morton ~ Poetry-Dance Tom Morton ~ Projections, Paintings Chris Stetson ~ Music

Alicia finds unexpected affinities between her poems and Tom’s paintings; enriched by Chris’s music, inspiring Alicia’s Dance Page 10 The Senior Spirit

SPECIAL EVENT SENIOR CENTER SOCIAL PROGRAMS

CHINESE MAHJONGG Tuesdays 12:30-2:30 PM, Ethel Moore Gallery

SOCIAL BRIDGE GAMES — ALL WELCOME Wednesdays 12-4 PM, Ethel Moore Gallery

SCRABBLE Keep your mind active & enjoy the camaraderie! Tuesdays, 1-3 PM, Ethel Moore Gallery

PRESENTATION with Q & A MEXICAN TRAIN DOMINOS DEREK & Dylan VOLK, authors of Mondays & Fridays, 1-3 PM.

“Chasing the Rabbit: A Dad’s Life BILLIARDS Raising a Son on the Spectrum” Daily by request.

Monday, August 29, 2016, at 1:30pm CRIBBAGE GAMES Amherst Senior Center/COA 9 AM Registration, 9:15-12 noon Fridays To significant international acclaim, Maine businessman Derek Mary Burlington, facilitator, has played cribbage for Volk has released his poignant memoir Chasing the Rabbit: A over 25 years and is a member of the ACC. Dad’s Life Raising a Son on the Spectrum. Co-written with his twenty-four-year-old son Dylan, who has Asperger’s syndrome, CHESS GAMES ANYONE? Thursdays, 1-4 PM the book highlights the Volk family’s significant challenges and Garrabrants Room (next to Senior Center Lounge) heartfelt triumphs as well as the various coping strategies they Beginners and advanced players are welcome.

have employed throughout Dylan’s life.

The book details the Volk family’s frustration before Dylan’s diagnosis at age eight. It also offers an honest account of the experiences raising a son with Asperger’s, a developmental disorder that most notably affects the ability to socialize with others. Stories in Chasing the Rabbit range from Dylan’s early days to the specific behavioral challenges of his adolescent years to life in the “real world” as he transitioned to a young adult with the dream of pursuing a career in comedy. Through- out the book, readers are treated to “Dylan’s Take,” which

offers Dylan’s perspective.

Testimonial from the Pine Tree Society about the presentation by Derek & Dylan: In their feedback on the keynote presentation, 2015 attendees used words like “phenomenal,” “inspiring,” and “amazing.” In the seven-year history of the conference, no keynote has resonated so deeply with our attendees. Why? Derek and Dy- lan’s open and honest story- told with plenty of humor sprin- kled in for good measure- was quite familiar to our attendees. While the stories Derek and Dylan told were certainly enter- taining, they were also our audience members’ stories. The connection they created with attendees was both immediate and personal.

THE WRITTEN WORD MEMOIR WRITING The Memoir Writing Workshops are held from 1-3:30 PM on Thursdays but are taking a summer break until September 22nd. Are you writing down your memories or would you like to? Join a group of spirited writers on Thursdays from 1-3:30 PM. We’ll write both in and out of class and read our work to the group. Sharing, support, and fun for all. The group meets weekly. For further information contact George Cernada at 549-7815. The Senior Spirit Page 11

FROM MAURA PLANTE, 259-3213 and HELEN MACMELLON, 259-3062 BENEFITS COUNSELING AND CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP APPLICATION ASSISTANCE The Caregivers Support Group will meet The Benefits Counseling and Application on Thursdays, Sept. 15th & 29th from Assistance (BCAA) volunteers are available at the Amherst 1:30-3 PM (No August meetings). Helen Senior Center to provide application assistance and advocacy MacMellon, LCSW and Peg DeNault, RN, will continue as co- for Fuel Assistance, SNAP (formerly Food Stamps) and utility facilitators. Sessions provide emotional support, resource infor- discounts and repayment assistance programs. Benefits Coun- mation, nurse consultant and a loaning library for caregivers. For seling Services are essential for understanding how to com- information or to register, contact Helen at 413-259-3062 or plete multiple, complex and confusing applications. Scheduled [email protected] appointments are on Wednesdays,1:30-3 PM at the Senior Center. CAREGIVERS LOANING LIBRARY “Two-thirds of elder households are economically insecure, Thanks to a generous Title III grant renewal from as their income falls short of monthly expenses. Older adults Highland Valley Elder Services and thoughtful book donations, can not sustain such an imbalance forever. The BCAA Pro- we have built a wonderful caregivers library. To borrow a book, gram will help secure a more solid financial foothold for older just stop in to visit one of the senior center social workers, Maura adults who must take advantage of every cost savings strategy Plante or Helen MacMellon. We will continue to build our library available to them or outlive their savings,” said Mary Kay over time and are accepting book suggestions and donations on Browne, Director of Special Projects at the Massachusetts caregiver topics. Council on Aging (MCOA). Call 413-586-2000 to schedule your BCAA appointment. BROWN BAG MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS On August 4th, Brown Bag staff will be visiting our Brown Bag site to renew memberships. They will need HEALTH PLAN OPTIONS WITH your monthly income and change of address or phone MEDICARE number to complete your renewal. You must check in with Brown Thursday, September 22nd, 10 –11 AM Bag staff before picking up your bag. Health Plan Options is a presentation and discussion led by a Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts CAREGIVING AND YOUR EMOTIONS representative. The presentation will address the needs of Thursday, Sept. 29th, 1:30-3 PM, RM 101 those approaching Medicare to gain an understanding of what Helen MacMellon, LCSW, will talk about Medicare covers and the options outside of employer cover- caregivers and their unique emotions. Caregiving is age. The presentation will also help individuals on Medicare an incredibly stressful job! A variety of emotions may be stirred who may have questions about their health plan or other avail- up such as anger, anxiety, depression, denial, resentment or able plan types. Topics covered will include: Medicare, Medi- guilt. Come learn how to cope with these various feelings that gap vs Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare Part D and time can add to your caregiver stress. For information contact Helen frames when enrollees can switch plans. at 413-259-3062 or [email protected].

POWERFUL TOOLS FOR CAREGIVERS Powerful Tools for Caregivers is an edu- cational program to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend. Classes meet weekly for six weeks on Tuesdays, Sept. 13th, 20th, 27th, Oct. 4th, Oct. 11th and Oct. 18th, 10 AM– 12 noon. Class size is limited and registration is required. Led by experienced caregivers Geralyn Rogers and Helen MacMellon. The class is free and a copy of the Caregiver Helpbook will be provided. Co-sponsored by Highland Valley Elder Services. To register contact Helen at: 413-259-3062 or [email protected] The Senior Spirit Page 12

FOR YOUR INFORMATION FINANCIAL INFORMATION

WHAT IS S.H.I.N.E.? ED SMITH, ESTATE PLANNING (Serving the Health Information Needs of Elders) & ELDER LAW ATTORNEY SHINE provides confidential counseling and assistance to FRIDAYS, AUG 19th & SEPT 16 th 1-3 PM Once a month, Ed Smith, a local estate planning and Medicare beneficiaries and assistance with Medigap and elder law attorney, offers free 15-minute private appointments at the HMO coverage, Medicare, Prescription Advantage applica- Senior Center. Ed will be on hand to answer questions about ways tions, public benefits and more. to plan effectively for your own and your loved ones’ future. Have Call the Senior Center at 259-3060 to make an you got your will, power of attorney, health care proxy and other necessary documents in order? Will a trust be helpful? Do you or a appointment. Counselors will be available from 1– 4 PM loved one have special needs? What kind of public assistance is available and how do you go about obtaining it? How do you avoid Monday, August 1 & 15, 2016 lengthy and expensive court involvement when it comes to handling Monday, September 19, 2016 your affairs? What effect will the Affordable Health Care Act (Obamacare) have on Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security? You The SHINE program is a free confidential program may have created a financial plan—complete the process with an of the Executive Office of Elder Affairs in conjunction effective estate plan or a review of your existing plan. You’ll feel with Franklin County Home Care Corporation and good that you’ve got one in place, and the next generation will be grateful that you cared to look out for them. Attorney Smith also local Councils on Aging. offers help with MassHealth applications. Call the Senior Center at 259-3060 to make your free SENIOR CRAFT WORKSHOPS 15-minute appointment. There is no charge. Most Fridays from 9-11 AM, in the Bangs Center, handcrafters work on projects of their own choos- AYAZ MAHMUD’S “MONEY TALK” ing. This is a social group with lots of chatting, TUESDAY, SEPT 13th (No August Talk) helpful instruction (upon request), and refresh- Ayaz Mahmud, a local, fee-only advisor from West ments. Handcrafts that are donated by members, Branch Capital LLC, conducts monthly seminars for or others in the community, are sold at the Senior Center to the Amherst Senior Center. Ayaz leads a meeting the second Tues- raise funds for SC programs. day of the month from 11 AM-12 PM at the Bangs Center for soon- Parvin Niroomand is the Craft Club Director. You may call to-retire and retired individuals who want the facts, not the fantasy, her at 413-218-5093. Please call the Senior Center to check about money matters. You are invited to attend Ayaz’s informative meetings, whether you are a first-timer or a long-timer. on whether this program is meeting on the Friday you wish to Some of the topics to be discussed are: cash flow planning, low risk attend. investment strategies, income investments (without commissions), Many free craft supplies are available such as long term health care issues, estate taxes, gifting strategies & more. fabric, yarn and thread. Newcomers are welcome. (Howard Singer has retired.)

FREE SUMMER CONCERT AMHERST COMMUNITY BAND SWEETSER PARK IN AMHERST AUGUST 19th ~ 7-8 PM

The Amherst Community Band is a multi-generational band led by UMass Minuteman Marching Band director Timothy Anderson. The band plays favorites from all eras in the beautiful, historic Sweetser Park. The concert is free and folks are invited to grab some take-out from our downtown cafes and restaurants and picnic in the park! The rain location is across the street at the First Congregational Church.

Presented by the Amherst Business Improvement District

Computer Tutors and Resources Training, Troubleshooting, and Support Reasonable Rates, Senior Discount, Free Initial Consult (413) 253-0629 [email protected] Maggie Magrath The computer tutor who comes to you! The Senior Spirit Page 13 Amherst Senior Center Activities August 2016 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

1 2 3 4 5 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 8:30-9:30 Function Well 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 8:30-9:30 Function Well 9-12 Second Hand Shop 9:30-11 Drawing Workshop 9-10 Blood Pressure Clinic 9:30 Free Bread Program 10-11:30 Gender Course 9-12 Craft Workshop 10-12 & 1:30-3:30 Senior 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 9:30-11 Morning Yoga 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 9-12 Cribbage Games Health Services 11:45 Lunch 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 11:45 Lunch 9:40-12:40 Foot Care & 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 12:30 Chinese MahJongg 11:45 Lunch 1-2 Hand & Pain Seminar Ear Irrigation with Sharon 11 Name That Tune! 1-2 Folkdancing 12-4 Bridge 1-3 Richard Wagner 10 Grocery Shopping 11:45 Lunch 1-3 Scrabble 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 1-4 Chess Games 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 1:30 Info Session on SALT 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 2:30-4 Healthy Bones 1:30-3:30 SHS Nursing Clinic 11:45 Lunch Council Lock Box and 2-4 Brown Bag 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos House Number Program 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 1-4 SHINE Appointments 2:30-4 Healthy Bones 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos 4-5 PM Friends Mtg.

8 9 10 11 12 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 8:30-9:30 Function Well 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 8:30-9:30 Function Well 9-12 Second Hand Shop 9:30-11 Drawing Workshop 9-10 Blood Pressure Clinic 9:30 Free Bread Program 10-11:30 Gender Course 9-12 Craft Workshop 10-12 & 1:30-3:30 Senior 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 9:30-11 Morning Yoga 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 9-12 Cribbage Games Health Services 11-4 Massage 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 11:45 Lunch 9:40-12:40 Foot Care & 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 11:45 Lunch 1-4 Chess Games Ear Irrigation with Sharon 12:30 Chinese MahJongg 11:45 Lunch 11:45 Lunch 12-4 Bridge 1:30-3:30 SHS Nursing Clinic 10 Grocery Shopping 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 1-2 Folkdancing 2:30-4 Healthy Bones 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 1-3 Scrabble 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos 11:45 Lunch 2:30-4 Healthy Bones 1:30-2:30 Majesty & 1:30-3 Heart Support Group 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 3-4:30 Ear Irrigation w/ Dr. Clapp Mystery of Crop Circles 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos 2 Musical Showcase: Bill Foley

15 16 17 18 19 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 8:30-9:30 Function Well 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 8:30-9:30 Function Well 9-12 Second Hand Shop 9:30-11 Drawing Workshop 9-10 Blood Pressure Clinic 9:30 Free Bread Program 10-11:30 Gender Course 9-12 Craft Workshop 10-12 & 1:30-3:30 Senior 10-11:30 Nutrition Lecture: 9:30-11 Morning Yoga 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 9-12 Cribbage Games Health Services Carbohydrates 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 11:45 Lunch 9:40-12:40 Foot Care & 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 11:45 Lunch 1-2 Joy of Song Ear Irrigation with Sharon 11 Name That Tune! 11-4 Massage 12-4 Bridge 1-4 Chess Games 10 Grocery Shopping 11:45 Lunch 11:45 Lunch 12:30 Boxes of Food 1:30-3:30 SHS Nursing Clinic 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 12:30 Chinese MahJongg 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 2:30-4 Healthy Bones 11:45 Lunch 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos 1-2 Folkdancing 1-2:30 Special Fraud 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 1-4 SHINE Appointments 1-3 Scrabble Seminar w/ APD & People’s 1-3 Atty. Smith Legal Clinic 1:30-3 Heart Support Group 2:30-4 Healthy Bones United Bank 1-3 Mexican Train Dominoes 1-3 Hearing Care Services

22 23 24 25 26 9-12 Second Hand Shop 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 8:30-9:30 Function Well 6 AM Provincetown Ferry 8:30-9:30 Function Well 9-12 Craft Workshop 9:30-11 Drawing Workshop 9-10 Blood Pressure Clinic 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 10-11:30 Gender Course 9-12 Cribbage Games 9:40-12:40 Foot Care & 10-12 & 1:30-3:30 Senior 10-11:30 Nutrition Lecture: 9:30 Free Bread Program 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis Health Services Fats in Your Diet Ear Irrigation with Sharon 9:30-11 Morning Yoga 11:45 Lunch 10 Grocery Shopping 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 1-4 Chess Games 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 11:45 Lunch 11-4 Massage 11:45 Lunch 1:30-3:30 Senior Health 11:45 Lunch 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 11:45 Lunch 12-4 Bridge Services 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos 12:30 Chinese MahJongg 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 2:30-4 Healthy Bones 1-2 Folkdancing

1-3 Scrabble 28 10 AM Tanglewood 2:30-4 Healthy Bones Sunday Concert 3-4:30 Ear Irrigation w/ Dr. Clapp

29 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 30 31 9:30-11 Drawing Workshop 8:30-9:30 Function Well 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 10-12 & 1:30-3:30 Senior 9-10 Blood Pressure Clinic 9:30 Free Bread Program Health Services 10-11:30 Nutrition Lecture: Proteins in Your Diet 9:30-11 Morning Yoga 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 11:45 Lunch 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 11-4 Massage 11:45 Lunch 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 37 E. Pleasant St. Amherst, MA 01002 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos 11:45 Lunch 12-4 Bridge 12:30 Chinese MahJongg 413.549.2854 1:30 Literary Book 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 1-2 Folkdancing www.amherstcopy.com Presentation “Chasing The 1-3 Scrabble Rabbit” 2:30-4 Healthy Bones [email protected]

Formerly Amherst CopyCat The Senior Spirit Page 14 Amherst Senior Center Activities September 2016 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

1 8:30-9:30 Function Well 2 9-12 Second Hand Shop If you or someone you know in Hampshire or Franklin County 10-11:30 Gender Course 9-12 Craft Workshop has a consumer problem or question, please contact: NEED A RIDE TO THE AIRPORT? 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 9-12 Cribbage Games The Northwestern District Attorney’s 11:45 Lunch 9:40-12:40 Foot Care & Consumer Protection Division Call: 1-3 Richard Wagner Ear Irrigation K & R Transport 1-4 Chess 10 Grocery Shopping 1:30 Protect Yourself from 9:45-10:45 Ballroom Dance Airport Car Service Medicare Fraud 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 1:30-3:30 Senior Health 413-404-4761 11:45 Lunch (413) 774-3186 Greenfield (413) 586-9225 Northampton Services 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise northwesternda.org 2-4 Brown Bag Pick Up 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos Working in cooperation with the Attorney General’s Office 2:30-4 Healthy Bones

5 6 7 8 9 9-12 Second Hand Shop 8:30-9:30 Function Well 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 8:30-9:30 Function Well 9-12 Craft Workshop 9-10 BP Clinic 9-10:30 COA Meeting 9-12 Cribbage Games LABOR DAY 9:30 Free Bread Program 9:40-12:40 Foot Care & Ear HOLIDAY 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 9:30-11 Morning Yoga 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 10 Grocery Shopping 10:45-11:45 Line Dancing 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 11:45 Lunch 9:45-10:45 Ballroom Dance 11-4 Massage 11:45 Lunch 1-3 Richard Wagner 10-11:30 Gender Course 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 11:45 Lunch 12-4 Bridge 1-4 Chess 12:30 Chinese MahJongg 1:30-3:30 Senior Health 11:45 Lunch 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 1-2 Folk Dancing Services 2-4 New Options 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos 1-3 Scrabble 2:30-4 Healthy Bones 3-4 Seeking Serendipity 2:30-4 Healthy Bones 10 8 NY Botanical Gardens

12 13 14 15 16 9-12 Second Hand Shop 8:30-9:30 Function Well 8:30-9:30 Function Well 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 8:30-9:30 Function Well 9-12 Craft Workshop 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 9-10 BP Clinic ~10 SALT Council 9:30 Free Bread Program 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 9-12 Cribbage Games 9:30-11:30 Drawing Workshop 10-12 Tools for Caregivers 11:45 Lunch 9:40-12:40 Foot Care & 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 9:30-11 Morning Yoga Ear Irrigation 10-12 & 1:30-3:30 Senior 10:45-11:45 Line Dancing 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 1-2 Joy of Song Health Services 1-3 Richard Wagner 10 Grocery Shopping 11-12 Financial Seminar 11:45 Lunch 9:45-10:45 Ballroom Dance 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 11-4 Massage 1-4 Chess 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 11 Name That Tune! 11:45 Lunch 12-4 Bridge 1:30-3 Caregivers 12:30 Chinese MahJongg 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 11:45 Lunch 11:45 Lunch Support Group 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 1-2 Folk Dance 2-4 New Options 1:30-3:30 Senior Health 1-3 Cosmology 1-3 Atty. Ed Smith Legal Clinic 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos 1-3 Scrabble Services 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos 3-4 Tai Chi 2:30-4 Healthy Bones 2:30-4 Healthy Bones 2 Musical Showcase 3-4:30 Ear Irrigation-Dr. Clapp 3-4 Moving In Rhythm 3-4:30 Food Writing Course

19 8:30-9:30 Function Well 20 8:30-9:30 Function Well 21 22 8:30-9:30 Function Well 23 9-12 Second Hand Shop 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 9-10 BP Clinic 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 10-11 Health Plan Options 9-12 Craft Workshop 9:30-11:30 Drawing Workshop 10-12 Tools for Caregivers 9:30 Free Bread Program with Medicare 9-12 Cribbage Games 10-12 & 1:30-3:30 Senior 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 9:30-11 Morning Yoga 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 9:40-12:40 Foot Care & Health Services 10:45-11:45 Line Dancing 10-11:30 Shakespeare 11:45 Lunch Ear Irrigation 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 11-4 Massage 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 1-3 Richard Wagner 10 Grocery Shopping 11 Name That Tune! 11:45 Lunch 11:45 Lunch 1-3:30 Memoir Writing 9:45-10:45 Ballroom Dance 11:45 Lunch 12:30 Chinese MahJongg 12-4 Bridge 1-4 Chess 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 1-2 Folk Dance 12:30 Boxes of Food 1:30-3:30 Senior Health 11:45 Lunch 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos 1-3 Cosmology 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise Services 1-4 SHINE Appointments 1-3 Scrabble 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos 2-4 New Options 2:30-4 Healthy Bones 3-4 Tai Chi 2:30-4 Healthy Bones 3-4 Moving In Rhythm 3-4:30 Food Writing Course

26 27 8:30-9:30 Function Well 28 29 8:30 Eastern States Expo 30 9-12 Second Hand Shop 8:30-9:30 Function Well 9-10 BP Clinic 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 8:30-9:30 Function Well 9-12 Craft Workshop 8:30-10 Healthy Bones 10-12 Tools for Caregivers 9:30 Free Bread Program 9-12 Oil Painting 9-12 Cribbage Games 9:30-11:30 Drawing Workshop 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 10:30-11:30 Tai Chi/Arthritis 9:40-12:40 Foot Care & 10:45-11:45 Line Dancing 9:30-11 Morning Yoga 11:45 Lunch Ear Irrigation 10-12 & 1:30-3:30 Senior 10-11:30 Shakespeare 1-3 Richard Wagner Health Services 11-4 Massage 10 Grocery Shopping 11:45 Lunch 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 1-3:30 Memoir Writing 9:45-10:45 Ballroom Dance 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 1-4 Chess 12:30 Chinese MahJongg 11-11:30 Gentle Fitness 11:45 Lunch 1:30-3 Caregivers Support 11:45 Lunch 1-2 Folk Dance 11:45 Lunch 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 12-4 Bridge Group & Your Emotions Sem. 1-3 Cosmology 1:30-3:30 Senior Health 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos 1-3 Scrabble 12:30-2 Arthritis Exercise 1-3 Mexican Train Dominos 2-4 New Options Services 3-4 Tai Chi 2:30-4 Healthy Bones 2:30-4 Healthy Bones 3-4:30 Food Writing Course 3-4:30 Ear Irrigation-Dr. Clapp 3-4 Moving In Rhythm 6:45 Multiband Pops at UMass The Senior Spirit Page 15

FOR YOUR INFORMATION

“WELLNESS RIDES” PROGRAM Our Wellness Rides Program provides medical

appointment transportation for Amherst seniors IF YOU RIDE THE FIXED ROUTE BUSES: who are completely independent with mobility Photo ID cards, for use by riders using PVTA fixed route and decision making. Additionally, seniors must buses, are made at the Northampton Senior Center not have family who can drive them to appointments, and the senior the first Tuesday of each month from 10 AM-12 noon. must live independently, not in a residential facility, such as an The Amherst Senior Center and the Amherst Town Hall offices assisted living community or a nursing home. do NOT sell any tickets for the fixed route buses. The 31-day

bus pass can be purchased at any Big Y market for a Fee Schedule discounted rate of $20 (for elders and disabled people) or $43 Amherst: $8.00 round trip (for the general public) if the Big Y Express Card is shown. Hadley: $9.00 round trip If getting to a Big Y location is difficult, an order can be Northampton, Hatfield: $12.00 round trip processed through the mail. Simply send a check to PVTA, Easthampton, Florence, Leeds, Belchertown: $14.00 round trip identify what you wish to purchase, and PVTA will send the Holyoke, Deerfield: $16.00 round trip order out promptly with a re-order form. Mail your check to: Greenfield: $20.00 round trip West Springfield, Springfield: $30.00 round trip PVTA Customer Service Center 1341 Main Street Springfield MA 01103 Contact Maura Plante, 259-3213, or Helen MacMellon, LCSW, 259-3062 to learn if you’re eligible for this service, to register and if LEARN TO RIDE ON A PVTA BUS you are a return rider from 9 AM–4 PM at 413-259-3270. For information about one-on-one travel training on a PVTA bus Please remember, we need at least two business days to find a contact Teri Koopman, mobility Services Coordinator at: driver; no last minute calls! 413-732-6248 ext. 235 or [email protected] SALVATION ARMY VAN RIDERS WHO RESIDE IN AMHERST: Purchasing your ADA or Dial-a-Ride Tickets at the Amherst The Salvation Army counselor, Kay Fite, holds office hours (for Amherst and Hadley residents only) at the Senior Center will save you money. The Town of Amherst Amherst Survival Center, 138 Sunderland Road, subsidizes the cost, so tickets are just $2 each for Amherst Amherst each Tuesday from 1-2:30 PM. For income- seniors and riders with disabilities. The Senior Center sells van eligible individuals, vouchers may be obtained for the tickets Mondays—Fridays, 9 AM-12 PM & 1 PM-4 PM. We following items: accept cash or checks as payment. We do not mail van tickets.  Prescription Eyeglasses: Eye exam within last 2 years and pre-

scription information is required. Voucher is redeemable at Vision HOT LUNCH IS SERVED Showcase (Route 9, Hadley). One time only.  Clothing Vouchers: Redeemable at: The Salvation Army Thrift WEEKDAYS AT THE AMHERST Store (Rt. 9, Hadley) or at The Hospice Shop (University Drive, SENIOR CENTER Amherst) The meals are served at 11:45 AM. Menus are available in  Emergency Assistance: advance. Your reservation should be made no later than 10 Utilities, if termination notice has been received. AM the previous day. Call Kathy Nelson, Lunch Site Director, Prescription medications, if not covered by insurance. One time only. at 259-3164 to sign up. Suggested donation is $2.

THE HOMESTEAD ACT An estate of homestead is a type of protection for a person’s principal residence. There is an automatic homestead protection of $125,000 with respect to a home that does not declare a homestead exemption with the Registry of Deeds. This automatic protection may be sufficient to protect a deposit made upon the estate; however it is not likely to be sufficient coverage to protect full value of your home. In order for homeowners in Massachusetts to protect the COMPREHENSIVE HOME CARE value of their property up to $500,000 per residence, per family, BECAUSE THERE IS NO PLACE LIKE HOME you must file a document called a “Declaration of Homestead”. The form is filed at the Registry of Deeds in which the property Providing a Full Range of Private Home Care Services is located. For Hampshire District, you may mail or record your Homestead in person at the Hampshire District Registry of Reliable, Flexible, Centered on your Needs and Wants Deeds, 33 King St, Northampton MA 01060. Since 1990 Homestead forms may be obtained at www.sec.state.ma.us/ rod and at most Registries of Deeds. Links to your county or For a complimentary assessment district’s website are also available. Be sure the form is filled Please call 413-665-9058 or 413-253-1881 out completely and has been properly notarized, and remember www.comprehensive-homecare.com to enclose a check for the $35 recording fee when sending in your completed form. Checks should be made payable to the [email protected] Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The Senior Spirit Page 16

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