March /April 2021 THE BRIDGE INSIDE THIS ISSUE: “Change is inevitable“ - Information -John C. Maxwell - Services / Programs This past year we have found ourselves at home more than ever trying - Transportation to remain safe from COVID-19. We, here at the Council on Aging, have realized the need to find new ways to communicate with all of you. - Calendar of Events That being said, The Bridge will continue to be mailed to you but will - Online Programs & also be available on our website at: Events www.townofbourne.com/council-on-aging/pages/newsletter - Friends of BCOA If you follow us on Facebook, it will be posted there as well. www.facebook.com/Town-of-Bourne-Council-on-Aging - Cyd’s Kitchen Menu The goal is to make the newsletter more accessible and THE BOURNE COUNCIL environmentally friendly. Funding for the printing of this publication ON AGING MISSION will now be made possible by a grant through The Massachusetts STATEMENT Executive Office of Elder Affairs and the postage and mailing supplies The Mission of the will be graciously paid for by The Friends of Bourne COA. Council on Aging is to plan, develop, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Friends of Bourne implement and provide programs and services Council on Aging for their many years of support funding both the that enhance the quality printing and postage of the newsletter. They will continue to support of life for residents of the Bourne Council on Aging and we look forward to preserving our Bourne who have longstanding partnership. reached their 60th year of age and to advocate Debi Oliviere, COA Director for programs and services that support seniors. Further, the COA will promote the The printing of “The Bridge” is funded by a well-being of Bourne grant from the Massachusetts Executive residents of any age by Office of Elder Affairs. The postage and acting as the Human Services Agency for the mailing supplies are generously paid for by Town of Bourne. The Friends of Bourne Council on Aging. INFORMATION & SUPPORT GROUPS COVID-19 VACCINE COPING WITH COVID-19 Phase II for Adults WHILE CAREGIVING 75+ Began in February A Support Group for Caregivers Via Zoom Please use one of the Tuesdays from 10:00am – 11:00am following websites to register: Facilitated by an ESCCI www.mass.gov/COVIDVaccineMap Family Caregiver Outreach Specialist www.maimmunizations.org Select a location on the map and follow the registration instructions. Please be aware this may take several attempts Registration required to get an appointment. by calling 508-394-4630 x204 Free Men’s coat for Veterans! We have a supply of free men’s coats at Senior Center graciously donated by the Massachusetts Until further notice all SHINE Military Support Foundation. appointments will be telephonic. Call the Bourne Senior Center and make an appointment with a SHINE Counselor. If possible, create a mymedicare.gov account before your appointment. To make an appointment Call Kari Leighton Call the Bourne Senior Center at 508-759-0600 ext. 5227 508-759-0600 Ext. 5300 The Alzheimer's Family Support Center of Cape Cod (www.alzheimerscapecod.org) currently offers 47 FREE virtual support groups for caregivers, as well as for people CCHC ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA experiencing memory loss. Please call SUPPORT GROUP 508-896-5170 for more info and to register This group meets on Zoom on the 2nd & for the group that meets your needs. We 4th Wednesday of the month also provide step-by-step phone support on To register contact Alan Johnson at how to access these groups through Zoom. 774-552-6080 2 PROGRAMS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Mobile Dental Foot Care with Dr. Gavigan Monday, May 3, 2021 8:45 am—11:00 am Tuesday, March 23rd Services are for those who are NOT diabetic: Tuesday, April 20th For Bourne Residents aged 60+ Cost is $30 per visit Please contact Mobile Dental Hygiene Service to Great for overall podiatric health Referrals are available if needed schedule an appointment Call the COA to schedule an appointment 508-827-6725 508-759-0600 Ext. 5300 Elder Law Appointments If you need assistance with Trusts, Wills, Estate Planning, Probate, Disability, Nursing Home Asset Protection, Power of Attorney, Guardianships, etc. South Coastal Legal Tuesday, April 13, 2021 1:00 - 3:30 Michael Lavender Tuesday, March 16, 2021 12:30 - 3:00 Tuesday, April 20, 2021 Patti Mello Assoc. Wednesday, March 24, 2021 9:00 - 11:30 Wednesday, April 28, 2021 9:00 - 11:30 (Please note that some appointments will be telephonic) Call the Senior Center to schedule an appointment 508-759-0600 Ext. 5300 Fuel Assistance Need help applying for fuel assistance? You can apply now through April 30, 2021 Please call to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are currently unavailable. For more information call Kari Leighton at 508-759-0600 Ext. 5227 3 TRANSPORTATION Thursday Grocery Shopping Available for Bourne residents only Face masks are required | One Passenger at a time To schedule a ride call our Transportation Coordinator Shauna at 508-759-0600 Ext 5224 March 4 and April 1 & 29 ON CAPE March 11 and April 8 OFF CAPE March 18 and April 15 ON CAPE March 25 and April 22 OFF CAPE COVID-19 TRAVEL POLICY: Perform a wellness check (no fever, coughing, sneezing, etc.) All passengers must wear a face mask. Only one passenger per ride. No physical contact with the driver. The CoA will not transport persons under any form of anesthesia or who need medical attention. TRANSPORTATION IS FOR BOURNE RESIDENTS ONLY Donations are greatly appreciated but never required Medical Appointments: Mondays, Tuesdays Wednesdays and Fridays Scheduled appointments should be made between 9:00 am—1:30 pm and all rides should be scheduled 48 hours in advance and are based on availability. AREAS OF SERVICE: Bourne, Sandwich, Falmouth, Plymouth, & Wareham 4 ONLINE PROGRAMS COFFEE TALK Zoom Chat Every Tuesday At 9:30 am with Sherrie & Kari Free Online Courses are available on the Jonathan Bourne Library website www.bournelibrary.org Select digital Library then click on the Great Courses link. All you need is a library card and your world is open to several online courses such as: Travel, History, Science, Literature, Finance, Music, Hobbies, Food & Wine, and more! Call Sherrie at 508-759-0600 Ext. 5230 If you do not have a library card please To register and receive contact the Jonathan Bourne Library at: the Zoom ID 508-759-0644 Need help with Zoom? If you would like to participate in Zoom activities offered by the Senior Center but are in need of some assistance with either your tablet, phone or laptop, please call the Council on Aging for help at 508-759-0600 Ext 5221. SENIOR FITNESS PROGRAMS CURRENT SCHEDULE: Monday: 10:00am- Zumba with Michelle Thimas Tuesday: 10:00am- Senior Chair Exercise & Meditation w/ Sherrie Best Wednesday: 10:00am - Senior Fitness with Barbara Barsham Thursday: 10:00am - Senior Yoga & Weights with Linda Sheldon Friday: 10:00am - Gentle Chair Yoga with Sherrie Best Friday: 10:30am - Senior Fitness with Barbara Barsham Broadcast Monday - Friday at 10:00am on BTV CHANNEL 13 Or watch online anytime at www.townofbourne.com/council-on-aging/pages/exercise-classes and select an exercise class 5 Bourne Senior Center march 2021 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 2 3 4 5 9:00-3:00 AARP Tax Prep 9:30 Coffee Talk Zoom 10:00 BTV13 Senior Fitness 9:00-3:00 AARP Tax Prep 10:00 BTV13 Chair Yoga 10:00 BTV13 Zumba Gold 10:00 BTV13 Chair Exercise/Meditation 10:00-1:00 SHINE Appointments 10:00 BTV13 Senior Fitness 10:30 Senior Fitness 10:00 ESCCI Zoom Support Group 1:00 Songbirds of the Northeast 10:00-1:00 SHINE Appointments for Caregivers Zoom with John Root 12:00 Cyd’s To Go Pick Up 10:00-1:00 SHINE Appointments 8 9 10 11 12 9:00-3:00 AARP Tax Prep 9:30 Coffee Talk Zoom 10:00 BTV13 Senior Fitness 9:00-3:00 AARP Tax Prep 10:00 BTV13 Chair Yoga 10:00 BTV13 Zumba Gold 10:00 BTV13 Chair Exercise/Meditation 10:00 CCHC Alzheimer’s & 10:00 BTV13 Senior Fitness 10:30 Senior Fitness 10:00 ESCCI Zoom Support Group Dementia Support Group Zoom 10:00-1:00 SHINE Appointments 12:00 Cyd’s To Go Pick Up for Caregivers 10:00-1:00 SHINE Appointments 10:00-1:00 SHINE Appointments 15 16 17 18 19 9:00-3:00 AARP Tax Prep 9:30 Coffee Talk Zoom 10:00 BTV13 Senior Fitness 9:00-3:00 AARP Tax Prep 10:00 BTV13 Chair Yoga 10:00 BTV13 Zumba Gold 10:00 BTV13 Chair Exercise/Meditation 10:00-1:00 SHINE Appointments 10:00 BTV13 Senior Fitness 10:30 Senior Fitness 10:00-1:00 SHINE Appointments 10:00 Voyage of the Pilgrims Zoom 11:00-12:00 Corned Beef & Cabbage 10:00 Tenant Rights Zoom 10:00 ESCCI Zoom Support Group Drive Thru Event 11:00 COA Advisory Board for Caregivers Zoom Meeting 10:00-1:00 SHINE Appointments 12:00 Cyd’s To Go Pick Up 12:30-3:00 Elder Law Appointments 1:00 Friends BCOA Board Mtg. 22 23 24 25 26 9:00-3:00 AARP Tax Prep 9:30 Coffee Talk Zoom 9:00-11:30 Elder Law Appointments 9:00-3:00 AARP Tax Prep 10:00 BTV13 Chair Yoga 10:00 BTV13 Zumba Gold 10:00 BTV13 Chair Exercise/Meditation 10:00 BTV13 Senior Fitness 10:00 BTV13 Senior Fitness 10:30 Senior Fitness 10:00 ESCCI Zoom Support Group 10:00 CCHC Alzheimer’s & 10:00-1:00 SHINE Appointments for Caregivers Dementia Support Group Zoom 12:00 Cyd’s To Go Pick Up 10:00-1:00 SHINE Appointments 10:00-1:00 SHINE Appointments 10:00-2:00 Mobile Dental 29 30 31 9:00-3:00 AARP Tax Prep 9:30 Coffee Talk Zoom 10:00 BTV13 Senior Fitness 10:00 BTV13 Zumba Gold 10:00 BTV13 Chair Exercise/Meditation Bourne Senior Center April 2021 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 2 9:00-3:00 AARP Tax Prep 10:00 BTV13 Chair Yoga 10:00 BTV13 Senior