Fifty PlusDennis M. Clough, Mayor Volume 28, Issue 12 Community Services Department December 2016

HOLIDAY LUNCHEON AT WESTLAKE CENTER Wednesday, December 14

11:30. Doors open. Please arrive on or after this time. There will be no early seating.

12:00. Lunch. Appetizers, Cream of Potato Soup, Beef Short Ribs with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable, Roll/ Butter, Coffee/Tea and Chocolate Truffle Cake. (Catered by Novotny’s.)

1:00. Entertainment. The Red Light Roxy. This group plays an upbeat mix of jazz standards, jump blues, swing, boogie-woogie and a dash of old-school R&B. Its repertoire comes from the Great American Songbook and includes familiar songs made famous by such legendary performers as Ella Fitzgerald, Ruth Brown, Frank Sinatra, Peggy Lee, Nat King Cole, Ray Charles and Louis Armstrong. If the music is swingin, it’s got to be Red Light Roxy! (Door prizes provided by Home Instead, Hospice of the Western Reserve, Devon Oaks, The Renaissance, Manor Care and The Normandy Senior Living.)

Cost: $28; payable by 12/7.

Reserved seating will be taken for this event. If you wish to sit with someone, then all reservations MUST be made at the same time.

DENIM TO DIAMONDS—AN EARLY NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION Wednesday, December 28

“Diamond’s talk, but they don’t sing and dance and they don’t walk. As long as we have you here with us, we’d much rather be forever in blue jeans!” (Adapted from the Neil Diamond song “Forever in Blue Jeans.”)

11:00. Entertainment. A true beauty, inside and out, Linda Kirk will entertain you with her DAZZLING and extensive repertoire of songs. (Sponsored by Symphony Health Solutions.)

12:00. Lunch. 24-CARAT Salad, Meatballs in Marinara with BOWTIE Pasta, GOLDEN Crusted Rolls, Southern Comfort Cake and a Special Non-Alcoholic Beverage to toast the New Year, Coffee/Tea.

Cost: $10, payable by 12/21. Page 2 Web site: www.cityofwestlake.org; Government tab; Departments—Community Services December

Contents MEN’S MORNING—Wednesday, December 7

9:45. A delicious homemade breakfast by Debbie. Activity Programs 1-6 10:00. This first-person portrayal of a defense-plant worker in Elyria, Ohio Community Info 6 illustrates the many ways women contributed to the war effort on the home-front during World War II. From riveters and bullet-inspectors to taxi drivers and air-raid Movies 5 wardens, women began to believe that they really could do anything. Our speaker, Janet Bird, is from the Lorain County Historical Society. Fitness 6 RSVP by 11/30. Health 6 AGING ALONE—MEMORIES Support Groups 6 Wednesday, December 7

Social Services 7 10:00. Come learn about the power of positive memories. While reminiscing together, Bob Piovarchy of Far West Center will help us learn to use those Travel memories and adapt them to fit your reality today. You will come away with ideas (Back of calendar) to make your holidays a bit brighter.

RSVP by 12/2.

NEWS & VIEWS THE CENTER WILL BE Wednesday, December 7 CLOSED FOR ACTIVITIES ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16 11:00. Join Janet Carnall as she discusses current and world events. Janet’s extensive knowledge-base leads to lively discussions about today’s CITY OFFICES ARE trending news topics. CLOSED ON MONDAY RSVP by 12/5. DECEMBER 26

IN OBSERVANCE OF THE BALLROOM DANCE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY. Wednesday, December 7

AND 2:00-4:00. John Kowalski will delight you with all of your favorite dance music. JANUARY 2 Come to dance or just to listen. (Light refreshments sponsored by Sprenger Hospice.) IN OBSERVANCE OF THE NEW YEAR. Cost: $4, payable day of.

NOTE: Next year’s dances are scheduled for the first Thursday of each month. The next date is January 5th. HOLIDAY GIFT WRAPPING Monday, December 5 COFFEE AND CONVERSATION—NOTE DAY CHANGE 9:00—11:00. Hospice of Thursday, December 8 the Western Reserve 11:30. Community Services Director Lydia Gadd will share news about the city’s has offered to provide gift current events and our department’s information. Today, Hot Dogs and Chips will wrapping for patrons free be served. of charge. You may bring a few gifts of appropriate RSVP by 12/5. size to have wrapped. ART APPRECIATION—MICHELANGELO Stop by and show your Friday, December 9 appreciation for this 11:00. Michelangelo created a work that sealed his fame. The generous service. work was Pieta. Two years later, he was commissioned to NO RSVP required. create the iconic statue of David. According to Goethe, “...until you have seen the Sistine Chapel, you have not seen evidence of what man has done.” Michelangelo was 33 when he started the largest fresco painting on earth in one of the best known Chapels in the world. The presentation will focus on several of his works but mainly on the ceiling frescos, their emotional states symbolizing the world in anticipation of Christ coming. Bill Mannion, presenter.

RSVP by 12/7. Fifty-Plus Go to: www.cityofwestlake.org and like us on Facebook! Page 3 MEET AND EAT MANAGING AND PREVENTING DIABETES—WRAP UP Monday, December 12 Tuesday, December 13

12:00 Today’s location is Stella Mia on 28751 Center 11:00. To wrap up our year, we will celebrate our Ridge Road in Westlake. Their lunch buffet includes progress over the last year and discuss challenges and strategies for coping with those challenges. Come be a pork, chicken, vegetables, pasta,, salads and more—all part of the conversation. for $10.99. Lunch is on your own. RSVP by 12/9. RSVP by 12/5. MOSAICS WITH PAPER Tuesday, December 13

1:00—3:00. The art of Mosaic has been around for centuries and is the art of assembling small bits of glass or tile to create a beautiful picture. We will be creating mosaics using paper and a simple design. Debbie Wang will walk us through this creative project that you may take with you after the session.

Cost $5; payable by 12/7. BRAIN HEALTH Wednesday, December 14 MUSICAL BINGO

Thursday, December 15 2:00—Note time change. Games, laughter and fun. Come celebrate the 10:00. This entertaining form of Bingo is exciting holiday season with activities designed to and fun using familiar music of the Big Band, keep your brain healthy and firing on all Golden Oldies, Crooners and 50’s and 60’s theme cylinders. Lisa Anthony of Arden songs along with a fun host. Courts will be here to lead the group. Lunch. Sandwiches, Chips and Dessert.

RSVP by 12/12. Cost $2 payable by 12/8. MERRY MONDAY MOVIE—HOME ALONE DRUGLESS DOCTOR Monday, December 19 Monday, December 19 10:00. Family/Comedy. Starring Macaulay Culkin, Daniel Stern, 1:00. Dr. Anthony returns to discuss Catherine O’Hara, Joe Pesci. When bratty 8-year-old Kevin “Picking the Right New Year’s Resolution.” McCallister acts out the night before a family trip to Paris, his moth- Have you ever wondered what to do for a er makes him sleep in the attic. After the McCallisters mistakenly New Year’s Resolution? Dr. Anthony is leave for the airport without Kevin, he awakens to an empty house going to discuss a variety of exciting and assumes his wish to have no family has come true. When he health topics that can get your New Year realizes that two con men plan to rob the McCallister residence, he started right. Come ready to learn. alone must protect the family home. Seasonal treat provided. (PG for slapstick action/violence, some language and crude humor; 103 min.) RSVP by 12/14.

RSVP by 12/12. INTERESTING PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS—MARY KAY ASH Wednesday, December 21

10:00. After a successful career in direct sales, Mary Kay Ash started her dream company with $5,000 in life savings and the goal to enrich women’s lives. Discover how a small-town Texas girl from humble beginnings turned her dream of giving women new opportunities into a reality. A sweet treat will be served.

RSVP by 12/16.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION The Community Services Department’s Food Service License, issued by the County Health Department, prohibits patrons from taking prepared food home from our facility—there are no exceptions.

Program Disclaimer: Any views or opinions presented are solely those of the presenter(s) and do not represent the views or opinions of the City of Westlake, its employees, agents or officials. The City of Westlake accepts no liability for the content of these programs or for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the information provided through said program(s). Page 4 December

THANK YOU TO ALL WHO GENEROUSLY SPONSORED AND VOLUNTEERED FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS IN 2016! AARP Tax Volunteers, Advisory Council Members, Alice McCarthy, Always Best Care, Arden Courts, Avon Oaks, Berea Park Towers, Bridgewater Senior Care, Caring Hands Volunteers, Carnival Volunteers, Concord Reserve/Lutheran Home, Corporate Challenge Volunteers, Crossroads Hospice, Devon Oaks, Diana Walsh, Donna Fratianne, Dr. Tanvir Syed, Drugless Doctors, Emerald Village, Far West Center, First Choice Home Health, First Light Home Service, Flu Shot Volunteers, Gardens of Westlake, Gateway Health, Generations Management, Genesis Healthcare-West Bay, Home Instead Senior Care, Homewatch Caregivers, Hospice of the Western Reserve, Humana, Independence Village, Jack Hogue, Jackie Garvin, Joshua Tree Senior Living Campus, Justin Watling, Kathy Hoole, Kitchen Volunteers, Kiwanis, Life Care Center of Westlake, Lifechoice Hospice, Lifeline, Lisa Anthony, Manor Care, Normandy Manor of Rocky River, O’Neill Healthcare Bay Village, Jason Orsky—Wealth Management, Our House, Parkway Pharmacy,

Rae-Ann/Belvedere, Rockport Retirement, Rose Senior Living, Sherry Ascher (Realtor with Howard Hannah), UH St. John Medical Center, St. Mary of the Woods, The AbbeWood, The Gathering Place, The Normandy, The Northridge, The Stano Law Firm, The Villa Camillus, Tridia Hospice, Via Quest, Westlake Fire Department, Westlake Food Pantry Volunteers, Westlake City Schools, Westlake Garden Club, Westlake Porter Public Library, Westlake Rehab & Nursing Center, Westlake Service Club, Westlake Village/Brookdale Senior Living. Happy Holidays from Westlake Community Services

THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING FOR THEIR GENEROUS DONATIONS TO WESTLAKE’S COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

Monetary Pantry Items Roy & Delores Danahey Dorothy Beckett Pat Suchy Jeane Furber Barbara Hayden Westlake Christian Church Kathrine Jensen Henkel Corporation Westlake City Schools

Lydia Lenz Ashley Hill

CARDS, GAMES, AND MORE Activities must end by 4:30.

Bridge: Tuesdays, 9:00 (just drop in). HOSPICE CARDS HOLIDAY POTLUCK Monday, December 12 Chess: Tuesdays & Fridays, 1:00 (Not 12/16) 12:00. Hospice volunteers will be celebrating another Pinochle: Mondays, 1:00; beginner/intermediate. (Not 12/26) successful year of card making. Happy Holidays Tuesdays, 1:00; advanced. everyone!

Poker—Mixed: Thursdays, 12:00-3:30 (Not 12/15 & 22) SERVICE CLUB Wednesday, December 21

WATERCOLOR—PAT 9:00. Assemble Community Services Wednesdays, 1:00-3:00 (Not 12/ 21 & 28) newsletters. Intermediate experience level.

Cost: $10/class; payable before class. BEGINNER WATERCOLOR

Fridays, 1:00-3:00 (Not 12/16, 23, 30)

WATERCOLOR—DIANE Each week instructor Diane Reinhart will Fridays, 9:00-12:00 (Not 12/16, 23, 30) demonstrate and teach basic skills. A list of supplies Intermediate experience level. available when you register for the class.

Cost: $10/class; payable before class. Cost: $8/class, payable before class. Fifty-Plus Page 5 THURSDAY AT THE MOVIES Morning: 9:00 Snacks; 9:30 Movie Afternoon: 1:00 Snacks; 1:30 Movie BE SURE YOU ATTEND THE MOVIE AT THE TIME YOU RESERVED. LIMITED SEATING—CALL IF YOU NEED TO CANCEL. ALL MOVIES SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES Please remember—Panera bread is available beginning at 8:30 and is first come, first served. December 1—The Meddler

Comedy/Drama/Romance. 2015. Starring Susan Sarandon, Rose Byrne, JK Simmons. With a new iPhone, an apartment near the Grove, and a comfortable bank account left to her by her beloved late husband, Marnie Minervini has happily relocated from New Jersey to Los Ange- les to be near her daughter Lori, a successful (but still single) screenwriter, and smother her with motherly love. But when the dozens of texts, unexpected visits, and conversations domi- nated by unsolicited advice force Lori to draw strict personal boundaries, Marnie finds ways to channel her eternal optimism and forceful generosity to change the lives of others – as well as her own – and find a new purpose in life. (PG-13 for brief drug content; 100 min.)

RSVP by 11/23.

December 8—Wish for Christmas

Drama/Family. 2016. Starring Joseph Lawrence, Leigh-Allyn Baker, Anna Fricks, Bill Engvall. When a high school senior finds out from her parents that she has to miss the town's winter dance to attend Christmas Eve service at church, she successfully wishes their faith away, bring- ing disastrous consequences to her family and community. To restore their faith, she is led through a series of Christmas adventures that change her heart and those around her. (PG for some mild thematic elements; 89 min.)

RSVP by 12/1. December 15—How The Grinch Stole Christmas (AM Movie Only)

Family/Fantasy/Comedy. 2000. Starring Jim Carey, Jeffrey Tambor, Christine Baranski. Discover the magic of the Mean One this holiday season! Oscar-winning director Ron Howard and Oscar-winning producer Brian Grazer bring Christmas' best-loved grump to life. The Grinch is a celebration of the holiday spirit no home should be without. Why is The Grinch such a grouch? No one seems to know, until little Cindy Lou Who takes matters into her own hands and turns both Whoville and The Grinch's world upside down, inside out… and funny side up in her search for the true meaning of Christmas. (PG for some crude humor; 104 min.)

RSVP by 12/8.

December 22—The Shop Around The Corner (AM Movie Only)

Comedy/Drama/Romance. 1940. Starring Margaret Sullivan, Frank Morgan, James Stewart. Alfred Kralik and Klara Novak are employees at Matuschek and Company, a general store in Budapest. Klara and Alfred are constantly at odds with each other, butting heads and disagree- ing on almost everything. Both are enamored of their respective pen pals, who serve as wel- come distractions in their lives. Little do they know, they are each the other's pen pal and, despite outward differences, have unwittingly fallen in love through their letters. (Not Rated; 99 min.) RSVP by 12/15. December 29—The Holiday

Comedy/Romance. 2006. Starring Kate Winslet, Jude Law, Jack Black, Cameron Diaz. Iris is in love with a man who is about to marry another woman. Across the globe, Amanda, realizes the man she lives with has been unfaithful. Two women who have never met and live 6000 miles apart, find themselves in the exact same place. They meet online at a home exchange website and impulsively switch homes for the holiday. Iris moves into Amanda's L.A. house in sunny California as Amanda arrives in the snow covered English countryside. Shortly after arriving at their destinations, both women find the last thing either wants or expects: a new romance. Amanda is charmed by Iris' handsome brother Graham and Iris, with inspiration pro- vided by legendary screenwriter Arthur, mends her heart when she meets film composer Miles. (Rated PG-13 for sexual content and some strong language; 138 min.)

RSVP by 12/22. Page 6 December

FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS AND SUPPORT GROUPS AT WESTLAKE CENTER

STROKE/PARKINSON’S—COPING AGING ALONE DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP Monday, December 5 Wednesday, December 7 Tuesday, December 13

1:30. This holiday session will include an open forum. Details on pg. 2. Details on page 3. We will discuss coping with the holidays and other topics. Come armed with questions and ideas! BLOOD PRESSURE Thursdays, 11:30-1:00

RSVP by 12/1. 1st, 3rd, and 5th sponsored by Rae-Ann Suburban. 2nd and 4th sponsored by O’Neill Healthcare.

Before you settle in for the flight (or train or bus ride), run disinfecting wipes over the armrests the tray table and latch, the air vent and your seatbelt buckle, then let it air dry. Clean anything you might touch so you don’t pick up germs that were left behind from those who sat there before you. (Amy Nichols, RN, Director of Infection.)

FITNESS-EXERCISE The City of Westlake does not assume any responsibility for the physical activity readiness of anyone participating in an exercise or exercise- related program. All participants engage in physical activity at the Westlake Center for Community Services at their own risk.

Arthritis Foundation ASIAN EXERCISE FOR LIFE YOGA AT WESTLAKE CENTER EXERCISE & TAI CHI Thursdays, 12:30-1:30 (Not 12/15) Cost: $6/class; pay prior to class,

Tuesdays, 1:00-2:00 (Not 12/27) Learn gentle movements that before 5:00.

Certified arthritis instructor Madeline redirect circulation enhancing your Mondays, 10:00-11:15 (Not 12/26) Crandall. 30 minutes of Tai Chi and body’s natural healing ability. Gentle therapeutic chair yoga.

30 minutes of exercise. Cost: $5/class; pay prior to class. Stress management, flexibility,

strength and balance. EXERCISE CHAIR MASSAGE Mondays, 6-7:15 p.m. (Not 12/26) Mondays, 8:30-9:15 (Not 12/19 & 26) Friday, December 9 Yoga for Flexibility. Stretch and Instructor Kelly Rigo, NCSF CPT. By Appointment. Ellen Tudron, strengthen. Perfect for beginners as Cost: $4/class (passes must be LMT, provides 15-minute massages. well as yoga practitioners. used within 90 days of purchase) Cost: $13, prior to appointment. Fridays, 9:00-10:15 (Not 12/16, 23, 30) EMBRACING YOUR BALANCE Beginning to moderate chair and FIRST FRIDAY FOCUS Wednesdays floor yoga. Stress management, MEDITATION PRACTICE Six week on-going series flexibility, strength and balance. Friday, December 2 8:30. Leg conditioning sequences to Fridays, 10:30-11:45 (Not 12/16, 23, 30) help with balance. May be done with 1:00. Join Instructor, Lizbeth Wolfe Gentle therapeutic chair yoga. or without a chair. as she guides you through the basics of meditation—bring your life back into focus. TAI CHI FOR YOU Cost $24/6-week session or Cost $5, payable before class. Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm (Not 12/15) $5/class, payable before class. $5/class; pay before 5:00. COMMUNITY INFORMATION

WESTLAKE PORTER LIBRARY OUTREACH SERVICES WESTSHORE LIONS CLUB

An outreach information flyer is posted in the reception The group is collecting old eyeglasses, sunglasses area or contact Kristine Netzel in the Porter Library and hearing aids. Drop off your donations at Outreach office at (440) 250-5448. Westlake Center, Westlake Police Department or Westlake Porter Public Library. INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY

The Community Services Department leaves it up to the discretion of each patron whether or not to attend programs when the weather turns nasty; our building is always open. Please take into consideration your safety before leaving your home! HOWEVER—Westlake Transportation may be cancelled when Westlake City Schools are closed due to inclement weather. Calls will be made to all transportation clients that morning if a cancellation is necessary. Fifty-Plus Page 7

Every day we see news stories of young people overdosing on heroin, fentanyl and all manner of opioid pain relievers. Many of you wonder what you can do to help stem the tide of drug abuse. One important thing that you can do to play your part in fighting drug abuse is to properly store and dispose of your medications.

Many of us take prescription drugs that could be harmful to others, especially to an addict or curious teen on the path to addiction. We have grandchildren, friends, and even workers in our homes who may be tempted to take whatever is in your medicine cabinet. Ideally, pain relievers, cold medicines and other drugs should be kept under lock and key. If you cannot do that, please keep them well hidden so visitors cannot steal them. The bathroom medicine cabinet or kitchen counter are not safe places for potentially abused drugs.

It is also vital to properly dispose of unused medications. The City of Westlake is a participant in the Operation Medicine Cabinet program, which collects unused and expired prescription and over-the- counter medications. A locked container is located outside the entrance to the police station. Liquids cannot be placed in the contain- er. Liquid meds should be mixed with something such as kitty litter or coffee grounds and disposed of in a sealed container such as a can. Use a marker to black out any prescription information on bottles that you discard, even if the bottles are empty. If you use patches, like a fentanyl patch, they should NOT be thrown in the trash after use. They should be flushed in the toilet. Small amounts of drugs remain on the patch after use and can be used by an abuser. Finally, NEVER share your meds with a friend or family member.

Need help? Contact the Outreach Coordinator Donna Feorene 440-899-3544 Office appointments 1:00-4:00 pm, Monday-Friday

 Medicare PRIVATE MEDICARE  Transportation—for Westlake residents 60 years and over ONSULTATIONS TM C  Are You Okay? —computerized home calling service BY APPOINTMENT—  Food Pantry 440.899.3544  Applications for government programs Tuesday; December 6  Wheelchairs & Walkers available to loan—call to reserve, 440.899.3544 1:30-3:30. An OSHIIP vol- LEGAL HELP FINANCIAL HELP unteer will be at Westlake BY APPOINTMENT 440.899.3544 BY APPOINTMENT Center to work with you on Tuesdays, December 6, 13, 20 Medicare choices. You will 3:30 & 4:00 RETURNS IN JANUARY. need to bring a current list of your prescriptions and Attorney Justin Watling, helps with Living Wills and your current health Health Care Directives at no cost. insurance cards.

COMMUNITY SERVICES FOOD BANK

The food bank is available year-round to Westlake residents with limited incomes. It includes an emergency three-day food supply of non-perishable food as well as holiday food baskets.

SPECIAL REQUEST FOR DECEMBER: LARGE CANS/JARS OF PEACHES AND APPLESAUCE

Donations of non-perishable foods, cleaning supplies, personal care and paper products are accepted at Westlake Center for Community Services during regular business hours (with charitable forms available for taxes) or at Westlake Porter Public Library.

Please check expiration dates before donating—we cannot distribute expired food.

SENIOR SUPPER CLUB Monday-Friday 4:00-7:00 pm Saturday-Sunday 4:00-5:30 pm

Seniors can eat at St. John Medical Center's Terrace View Cafe (cafeteria) for a discount. Anyone over the age of 60 can simply pick up a card from our receptionist for a 40% discount on all food (except bottled beverages and "Simply to Go" items). There is a $10.00 limit per customer for discount, after that the items are full price. FREE MONTHLY COMMUNITY MEALS

A list of free community meals for residents in need may be found in our reception area. Community Services PROGRAM LIST—DECEMBER NAME______Department Men’s Morning Aging Alone News & Views Lydia Gadd December 7 December 7 December 7 Director

Cindi Lindgren Office Manager Ballroom Dance Coffee and Conversation Art Appreciation December 7 December 8 December 9 Jodi Rodriguez $4/at door Jennifer Yoo Program Planners Meet and Eat Managing and Preventing Mosaics with Paper

Donna Feorene December 12 Diabetes December 13 Outreach Coordinator December 13 $5

Madeline Crandall Holiday Luncheon Brain Health Musical Bingo Youth Coordinator December 14 December 14 December 15 Michele Hassen $28 $2 Administrative Assistant Merry Monday Movie Drugless Doctor Interesting People/Places/

Susan Laschinger December 19 December 19 Things—December 21

Secretary

Evelyn Bosau NY Eve-Denim to Diamonds Movie—December 1 Movie—December 8 Gloria Flint December 28 AM PM AM PM

Receptionists $10

Debbie Wang Movie—December 15 Movie—December 22 Movie—December 29

Cook AM AM AM PM

Marsha Herring Jim Holcepl Fifty Plus subscription information: Cost: $13 Transportation  Checks payable to City of Westlake or Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Exp. Rich Frolo  Mail to: Westlake Community Services, 29694 Center Ridge Road, Westlake, OH 44145-5117. Custodial  Subscription renewal date is shown on top line of the mailing label. OFFICE HOURS:  Individual newsletters available at Reception for $1.00. Monday—Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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