COUNCIL ON AGING BOARD Watertown Senior News Patricia Gold, Chairperson COA/SENIOR CENTER Watertown Council on Aging/Senior Center STAFF Carol Airasian 31 Marshall St. Caryl Leslie Fox, Director Dorothy Jean Brown Kathleen Wolf Michael Donham Watertown, MA 02472 Laura Gold Burt Greenburg Deborah A. Dunn 617-972-6490 Alfredo Bartolozzi Mary Keenan Joseph Cavallaro Genevieve C. Martin www.watertown-ma.gov Will Twombly Alice Wadden FEBRUARY 2014

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“Greenland - A Journey Into The Land of Ice” Greenland is the world’s largest island and least densely populated place on earth. With over three- quarters of the land covered by ice, the population is limited to a handful of habitable places along the coast. World traveler and photojournalist, Barry Pell recently visited this Danish colony. Traveling by boat, plane and helicopter (there are no roads), he photographed the stunning beauty of the ice floes, glaciers and icebergs. In this program, he will discuss the island’s history and culture, as well as how global warming is chang- ing the landscape and impacting the lives of its peo- ple who depend on fishing and hunting for their sur- vival. WHEN: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, February 26 WHERE: Watertown Senior Center , 31 Marshall St. Please sign up for this program by calling the Senior Center at 617-972-6490

Inside this issue: Taking Control of Your Future: HOUSING OPTIONS and February Movies 2 TRUSTS FOR SENIORS 3 Book Club A seminar presented by Attorney Dale J. Tamburro.

Computer Classes 3 WHEN: 9:30 a.m. February 19, 2014 SHINE Program 3 WHERE: Watertown senior Center, 31 Marshall St.

Food Choices for Attorney Tamburro, will cover the following major topics during this session: 3 Heartburn & IBS  Revocable Trusts VS Irrevocable Trusts Circuit Breaker 4  Irrevocable Trust to Protect from Nursing Home and other Creditors  Staying Home Benefits and Disadvantages Issues Medical Update 6  Mortgage Options: Home Equity, Reverse Mortgages others Be the 1st to Know 6  Homestead Reverse Mortgages in some detail  Downsizing in General Knitting Group 6  Renting, Children move in with you BC Legal 6  Assisted Living Facilities or Continued Care Communities basics CALENDAR 7  Special options if you own a multi-family  Creative Asset Protection if you want to move in with someone else LIHEAP Fuel Assis- 8 tance Program Please call the Watertown Senior Center at 617-972-6490 to register.

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Relax and enjoy a movie in our comfortable lounge Thursday aŌernoons at

1:00 p. m. This month, enjoy Oscar winning movies of past years.

(Eva Marie Saint). The movie fea- journey, he finds a kindred spirit in tures Brando's famous "I coulda a youthful hitchhiker (Melanie May- been a contendah" speech and ron), who eventually finds happi- 2/6-MY FAIR LADY (1964) Out- won Oscars for Best Picture, Best ness with Harry's grandson side Covent Garden on a rainy Director, Best Adapted Screenplay, (Joshua Mostel). evening in 1912, disheveled cock- Best Actor for Brando, and Best Harry makes ney flower girl Eliza Supporting Actress for Saint. stops at the

Doolittle (Audrey homes of his 2/20-ALICE DOESN'T LIVE HERE Hepburn) meets grown children linguistic expert ANYMORE (1974) Alice Hyatt (Philip Bruns, El- Henry Higgins (Rex (Ellen Burstyn), a resigned South- len Burstyn, and Harrison) who tells west housewife, takes advantage of Larry Hagman), his companion her trucker husband's sudden but each visit is Colonel Pickering death to hit the road with her bratty more disappointing than the last; (Wilfred Hyde- son Tommy (Alfred Lutter) and pur- he also touches base with an old White) that, within sue her childhood dream of a sing- flame (Geraldine Fitzgerald), who six months, he could transform Eli- ing career. She finds a job as a has slipped into senility. By the za into a proper lady, simply by lounge singer, but after a horrific time he arrives in L.A., Harry has teaching her proper English. The encounter with an become dispirited by his desultory movie won Best Picture, Best Di- abusive new beau visits with friends and family, but rector, Best Actor for Harrison, and (Harvey Keitel), she he eventually realizes that each five other Oscars, and remains flees and winds up new day can be a beginning rather one of the all-time best movie mu- taking a waitress job than an end. Carney won the Os- sicals. at Mel's Diner, run car for Best Actor. by gruff cook Mel 2/13-ON THE WATERFRONT (Vic Tayback). With 3/6-ALL THE KING’S MEN (1949) (1954) Mob-connected union boss her career on hold, Willie Stark (Broderick Crawford) is Johnny Friendly (Lee J. Cobb) Alice soon finds a model politician -- until he's cor- rules the waterfront with an iron strength and self-worth through her rupted by the very system he tries fist. The police know that he's friendship with the other waitresses, to reform. Based been responsible for a number of saucy Flo (Diane Ladd) and spacy on the cautionary murders, but witnesses play deaf Vera (Valerie Curtin). When sensi- Pulitzer Prize- and dumb. Washed-up boxer Ter- tive rancher David (Kris Kristoffer- winning novel, ry Malloy (Marlon Brando) has had son) starts courting her, Alice won- the film was nom- an errand-boy job ders if she wants to abandon her inated for seven because of the goals for domesticity again. The Academy influence of his role won Burstyn the Oscar for Best Awards. It won brother Charley, a Actress. Oscars for Best crooked union Picture, as well as Best Actor and lawyer (Rod Stei- 2/27- HARRY AND TONTO (1974) Best Supporting Actress awards ger). Witnessing Harry, (Art Carney) a 70-plus Man- for stars Crawford and Mercedes one of Friendly's hattan widower who loses his tiny McCambridge (later the voice of rub-outs, Terry is apartment to the wrecking ball. Ac- the possessed Regan in The Exor- willing to keep his companied by his pet, an aged cat cist). Stark's character is based on mouth shut until he meets the named Tonto, Harry sets out on an Louisiana governor Huey Long. dead dockworker's sister, Edie odyssey to Los Angeles. During his

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THE SENIOR CENTER BOOK CLUB The SHINE PROGRAM Meets at the Watertown Senior Center, 31 (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) is a free service Marshall St. funded by the Executive Of- WHEN: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, February 19 fice of Elder Affairs to help to discuss WHITE OLEANDER by Janet Fitch you find your best health in- surance and prescription drug Here’s a brief synopsis: The book is a com‐ coverage options. The SHINE ing‐of‐age story about a child (Astrid) who is volunteer is at the Watertown separated from her mother (Ingrid) and Senior Center, 31 Marshall placed in a series of foster homes. When St. Tuesday morning by ap- Astrid's mother, a beauful, headstrong po‐ pointment. Call 617-972-6490 et, murders a former to make an appointment. lover and is imprisoned for life, Astrid becomes one of the thousands of BEGINNERS COMPUTER CLASSES foster children in Los Sign up for beginners-level computer classes at Angeles. As she navi‐ the Senior Center. Classes meet once a week gates this new reality, for an hour, for four weeks. The groups are Astrid finds strength in small, and the pacing is designed for seniors her unshakable certain‐ with little or no computer experience. The ty of her own worth course fee is $25.00, and pre-registration is and her unfeered required. Call 617-972-6490 to register or for sense of the absurd. more info.

Healthy Food Choices

for Heartburn and IBS Prepare for emergencies before they happen by making your own Come to an engaging workshop to learn how better food choices can heal your EMERGENCY KIT CHECK LIST! digestive tract.

3 days of nonperishable/non-cook WHEN: 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 5 food, water, medications per person WHERE: Watertown Senior Center, 31 Marshall St.

Flashlights, extra batteries, hearing If you suffer from Heartburn and/or Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), you’re not aid batteries battery operated radio alone. Heartburn affects 60 million and IBS affects up to 50 million people in the US. First aid kit, cash, cell phone & charger This is the second workshop by Norman Robillard, Ph.D., the founder of Di- gestive Health Institute and author of Fast Tract Digestion book series follow- ID & medical cards, family/friends ing the “Digestive Health and You” workshop in January. He will go in-depth on contact info, toothbrush/toothpaste, each digestive health issue and provide healthy food choices to treat and pre- blankets and warm clothing vent heartburn and IBS without drugs or antibiotics. Michael R. Eades, M.D., Pet supplies if you need them co-author of New York Times Best Seller, Protein Power, endorses his dietary approach.

General digestive health questions are welcome at the end of the workshop.

Please sign up by calling the Senior Center at 617

-972-6490 so that we have enough materials avail- able for all.

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MEDICAL UPDATE

COUNCIL ON AGING BOARD Medical screenings listed The COA Board meets at the Watertown Senior Center, 31 Marshall St. at 5:30 p.m., below are all held on Wednesday February 12, 2014. Thursday mornings

ENERGY AND BALANCE WITH TAI CHI

Anyone, regardless of age or physical ability, can practice Tai Chi. Older adults find it especially ap- pealing because the movements are low impact and February 13: Routine Foot Care by podiatrist, Dr. David put minimal stress on muscles and joints. Alper in order of sign-in starting at 11:00 a.m. The cost Although Tai Chi’s best docu- for this service is $25.00 payable to Dr. Alper. Insur- mented health effect is its ability ance is not accepted. to improve balance, it can also February 27 Blood Pressure by Linda Micklay, R.N. from reduce stress, increase flexibility, improve strength and increase CareGroup Home Care in order of sign-in starting at 9:30 energy. a.m. There is no charge for this service but donations to the Senior Center are appreciated. WHEN: Fridays at 12:30 pm WHERE: Watertown Senior Center 31 Marshall St COST: Drop-in fee of $5.00/class BE THE FIRST TO KNOW! Have the Watertown Senior News emailed DO YOU KNIT OR CROCHET? to your home computer every month by going to the Town website: www.watertown-ma.gov The Knitting Group makes items for veterans, seniors, infants, and others in need. and signing up on the ‘Notify Me’ list. This month they meet: Follow the link on the left side of the home page, WHEN: 1:00 pm Wednesday, February 19 scroll down to Watertown Senior News WHERE: Watertown Senior Center and check it off! Or call the Senior Center at 31 Marshall St. 617-972-6490 with your email address The group always needs of yarn! Please bring & we’ll add it for you! donations to the Senior Center. Thanks!

NEED LEGAL ADVICE? Many Thanks…. The Boston College Legal Assistance Bureau To the Watertown Commission on Disability! Thanks to a generous grant provides community outreach services at the from the commission, the Senior Center was able to have automatic door Senior Center through the Elder Law Services openers installed on the front entry doors.

Project. Legal advice is available by appointment: The Senior Center WHEN: 10 am - noon will be closed Friday, February 21 Monday, February 17 Call the Senior Center at 617-972-6490 to in observance of Presidents Day make an appointment.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

SENIOR CENTER 3 COA SHOPPING BUS 4 SENIOR CENTER 6 COA SHOPPING BUS 7 SENIOR CENTER 5 SENIOR CENTER SENIOR CENTER 9:30 Art Class 10:00 Yoga Class 11:00 Exercise Class 10:00 Watch Our Weight 11:00 Exercise 10:00 Bingo 10:00 SHINE (by appt) LUNCH M-F Class 11:00 Games 11:00 Exercise Class 11:30 Woodland Towers 11:15 Line Dancing 1:00 Movie: My Fair Lady 12:30 Bridge 12:30 Cribbage 12:30 Whist 12:30 Tai Chi

SENIOR CENTER 10 COA SHOPPING BUS 11 COA SHOPPING BUS 12 SENIOR CENTER 13 COA SHOPPING BUS 14 SENIOR CENTER SENIOR CENTER SENIOR CENTER 9:30 Art Class 10:00 Yoga Class 10:00 Watch Our Weight 10:00 Bingo 11:00 Exercise Class 11:00 Exercise Class 11:00 Foot Care 10:00 SHINE (by appt) 11:00 Exercise Class LUNCH M-F 12:30 Whist 11:30 Woodland Towers 11:15 Line Dancing 11:00 Games 12:30 Tai Chi

12:30 Bridge 12:30 Cribbage 5:30 COA Board mtg 1:00 Movie: On the Waterfront Happy Valentine’s Day

SENIOR CENTER 17 COA SHOPPING BUS 18 SENIOR CENTER 19 SENIOR CENTER 20 COA SHOPPING BUS 21 CLOSED SENIOR CENTER SENIOR CENTER 9:30 Lecture – Atty Tamburro

Housing Options & Trusts 10:00 Watch Our Weight 10:00 Yoga Class 10:00 Bingo 9:30 Book Club 10:00 SHINE (by appt) 11:00 Games 10 – 12 B.C. Legal (by apt) 11:00 Exercise Class 11:15 Line Dancing 11:00 Exercise Class 12:30 Whist 12:30 Cribbage 1:00 Movie: Alice Doesn’t 1:00 Knitting Live Here Anymore 12:30 Tai Chi

SENIOR CENTER 24 COA SHOPPING BUS 25 COA SHOPPING BUS 26 SENIOR CENTER 27 COA SHOPPING BUS 28 SENIOR CENTER SENIOR CENTER 9:30 Art Class SENIOR CENTER 9:30 Blood Pressure 11:00 Exercise Class 10:00 Watch Our Weight 9:30 Barry Pell – “Greenland – 10:00 Bingo 10:00 Yoga Class LUNCH M-F 10:00 SHINE (by appt) A Journey Into the Land of Ice “ 11:00 Exercise 11:00 Games Class 11:30 Woodland Towers 11:15 Line Dancing 11:00 Exercise Class 1:00 Movie: Harry and Tonto 12:30 Tai Chi 12:30 Bridge 12:30 Cribbage 12:30 Whist

INCOME TAX PREPARATION March Preview CALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT 3/5 Lecture: Healthy Food CALL 617-972-6490 Choices for Heartburn & IBS

3/6 Movie: All the King’s Men

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INCOME TAX PREPARATION LOW INCOME FUEL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LIHEAP) ASSISTANCE The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a Volunteers, trained at an IRS certi- Federal Program that operates between November 1st and April 30th fied program sponsored by AARP to provide home heating assistance to residents who are at or below provide tax assistance at the Sen- 60% of the state median income level. Eligibility is based on house- ior Center by appointment. The vol- hold size and the gross annual income of every household member, unteers are not able to prepare re- 18 years of age or older. Household income cannot exceed 60% of turns that include income from rent- estimated State Median Income (see 2013/14 chart below.) al property, trusts, partnerships or Household of one- $32,065 Household of two - $41,932 businesses. Household of three - $51,797 Household of four - $61,664 One hour appointments will be Watertown seniors (first-time applicants) may apply at the Senior Cen- scheduled beginning February 1. ter by calling 617-972-6490 to make an appointment. Individuals un- Call the Senior Center at 617-972- der age 60 may contact Community Teamwork, Inc. Fuel Assistance at 978-459-6161 or toll free at 1-877-451-1082. 6490 to make an appointment. Please note: Utility companies may not shut off service to house- While there is no fee for this ser- holds where all residents are 65 years or older without written approv- vice, donations to the Senior Cen- al from the Dept. of Public Utilities. Inform your utility company if all ter are greatly appreciated. residents of your household are over age 65.

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