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June 2018
Newsletter of the Ipswich Council On Aging and Friends of the
Ipswich Elderly 25 Green Street Ipswich, MA 01938
978-356-6650 email: [email protected] Website:
ipswichma.gov/coa
Hours: Monday ~ Friday 8am - 4 pm
The mission of the Council on Aging is to advocate for Ipswich
senior citizens and to design, implement and promote programs and
services that support their independence, health and
well-being.
AARP SMART DRIVING PROGRAM
FRIDAY, JUNE 15 10am—3pm
This course helps older drivers better understand the updated
technologies in new vehicles, provides a refresher on the rules of
the road and teaches strategies to compensate for age-related
changes in vision, hearing, or response time. $15 for
AARP members, $20 non-member. Sign up at the Senior Center.
Bring lunch to enjoy during your break.
HEARING & BRAIN FITNESS
THURSDAY, JUNE 28 10:30am
Come discover how to keep your brain sharp through good
nutrition and better hearing. This program explores what ‘hearing’
means to the brain and how holistic approaches have reduced
dementia and Alzheimer’s symptoms for participants in controlled
clinical research. Free hearing screenings will be available after
the presentation. RSVP at 978-356-6650.
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The Ipswich Memory Café
– Coming in July! !
A memory café is a welcoming,
relaxedspaceforbothpeoplewith
memory challenges and their care
partners. Cafes strive for an
atmosphere that is more like a coffee house or
neighborhood party than a clinical program.
Typically, guests are not asked their diagnosis and
activities are structured to support and engage
individuals with a range of cognitive needs,
including those with changes in their thinking or
memory, mild cognitive impairment or dementia
due to Alzheimer’s disease or other disorders. For
carepartners,thecafeisamuch!neededbreakanda
chance to have fun together while making new
friends who understand “what we are going
through.” The goal is for everyone to enjoy
socialization, support and respite from disease and
disability.�!
The Ipswich Council on Aging, in partnership with
Senior Care, the Ipswich Public Library and the
Coburn Charitable Society are pleased to offer a
monthly“IpswichMemoryCafé”beginninginJulyon
the2ndMondayofthemonthfrom10AMtoNoon.If
youwould likemoreinformationabouttheIpswich
MemoryCafé,contactBethWrightat978.356.6650.�
YOUR ACHING BACK!!! TUESDAY, JUNE 19 11:00am
Avoid back pain and injury when bending and lifting in the
garden and around your home. Physical Therapist, Heather Waters of
Bay State Physical Therapy in Ipswich, will discuss good techniques
and tools to help you stay safe and active this spring and summer
while still getting all your work done. Light snacks and beverages
included. RSVP at 978-356-6650.
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MEAL PROGRAMS
IN JUNE
Sign-up for these meals begins Tuesday, June 5 at 10:00am.
You may only sign up for 2 people. Meals must be enjoyed at the
Senior Center. They cannot be brought home.
SeniorCare: Luncheon on Thursday, June 14 at
Noon $2.00/pp. Meal includes BBQ r ibs, macaroni & cheese,
baked beans, dinner roll, and peach & blueberry crisp. Lunch
followed by elder abuse prevention presentation.
Traveling Chef: Tuesday, June 19 at Noon
$3.00/pp. Meal includes turkey with gravy, cranberry sauce,
whipped potato, carrots, diced pears and ice cream sundae bar. Come
early & stay late for two good programs before and after
lunch.
BREAKFAST AND B-I-N-G-O Wednesday, June 13 and 27
8:30-11:30am
$3.00 for breakfast and two cards
YOU CAN PAINT!
Wednesday, June 6 From 12:45 - 3:45pm
Bill Duke will teach up to ten people how to paint a lovely
watercolor scene. No previous painting experience is necessary. All
you need is the desire for some creative fun! The cost is $20 which
includes all materials. Sign up at the Senior Center.
ARTHRITIS EXERCISE
TUESDAY, JUNE 19 12:45pm !
You can get signi8icant relief from arthritis with
this gentle pain relief exercise class, taught by
Certi8ied Arthritis Foundation Instructor, Carol
Pallazolla. Carol works for the PACE Program at
Element Care. You will learn techniques you can
useathome.Participantsofalllevelswillbene8it
fromthis.RSVPto978!356!6650.�
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CommonSenseSelfDefense!!
Wednesday,June13at1:30pm!!
ThisprogramistaughtbyTashiDebMahoney,a5th
degreeblackbelt from MarkWarner’sMartialArts
in Ipswich. It is geared to the non!martial artist.
Learnsimpletechniquesthatarenotdependenton
strength or 8lexibility. Become more con8ident in
avoiding, preventing, and responding to an attack.
Wearcomfortableclothing.Thisprogramisforeve-
ryone, so don’t let concerns about mobility stop
you.Thisisafreeclass!RSVP:978!356!6650.�
LOOK AT THE
ROBOTS STUDENTS
MADE IN CLASS!
NEW SESSION THIS
FALL!
THURSDAY, JUNE 21
1:00pm at the Senior
Center
Learn about Etsy which is the online marketplace for unique and
creative goods. It is home to a universe of special, extraordinary
items, from unique handcrafted pieces to vintage treasures. Whether
you are looking to sell some of your own hand-made items online or
interested in purchasing unique items, you should know how to use
this site safely and effectively. This presentation will be led by
our computer instructor, Michael Fried. RSVP at 978-356-6650.
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Our computer instructor, Michael Fried, will help you
with your computer questions about your computer,
mobile phone or tablet. Interested in learning more
about how the internet works? Want to learn how to
find and use the online help section for websites,
computers, devices, etc.? Bring your questions about
technology, websites, or software to any of the
sessions. Bring your passwords & devices with you!
Wednesday, June 13 and 20
Thursday, June 14 and 21
COMPUTER TRAINING
$10/CLASS 9am-Noon
Register at Senior Center
LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP
KITCHEN TIPS & TRICKS WITH KATIE !
THURSDAY, JUNE 14 NOON
Katie Shannon, producer of the Cape Ann TV show “Taking Care of
You with Mrs. Magoo,” will join us with some ideas on managing in
the kitchen with vision loss. Katie has been legally blind since
the age of 10 and currently lives in Ipswich with her husband and
two dogs. You don’t want to miss her humorous and inspirational
take on living life with vision loss. RSVP at 978-356-6650.
^|Çz Éy à{x eÉtw gÜ|Ñá Paul Valcour is the “King of the Road”
and drives you to and from your destination in the COA van.
Reservations cannot be made without payment. Refunds for ticketed
events can only occur if we have
someone to take your place. Sign-ups begin Tuesday, June 5th at
10am.
CHARLES RIVER SIGHTSEEING CRUISE –
Thursday, June 21. Enjoy a fully-narrated
sightseeing cruise along the Charles River. We will
stop for lunch on your way home. Van leaves at
9:30am. Price: $20.00 for cruise & van.
WINDRUSH FARM, BOXFORD - Tuesday, June
26. Visit this special farm which offers therapeutic
riding classes for children and adults with special
needs. They have 25 gentle therapy horses to meet
and wonderful trails to explore. Van leaves at 9:45am.
Enjoy lunch at the Bradford Tavern after the visit.
There is no cost for this trip.
MEN’s CORNER
ROMEOs (Retired Old Men Eating Out)
Airfield Café, Hampton, NH
THURSDAY, JUNE 14
The Airfield Café is a fun place to have a great afford-able
breakfast—located at the end of a small plane runway. Chances are
you will see a few planes take off or land while dining in the
midst of aircraft para-phernalia or outside on the breezy patio.
Plan to walk the Hampton Beach Boardwalk after. Van leaves at:
9:00am. Sign up by calling 978-356-6650.
FRIDAY AFTERNOON VAN TRIPS
The COA van will be taking passengers to various shopping areas
every Friday afternoon at Noon and return around 4:00 pm. The
charge is $2.00 for a round-trip ride. Call to reserve your space
on the van. The ability to be left unattended is required.
NOTE: YOU MAY SIGN UP FOR ONE WALMART TRIP PER MONTH. You may
put your name on the waiting list for a second trip to Walmart.
June 1: Walmart June 8: Christmas Tree Shop June 15: Walmart
June 22: Liberty Tree Mall June 29: Coastal New Hampshire ride with
stop for ice cream
LEARNTODRAW!NEW6WEEKCOURSESTARTS!
Tuesday,June12!July17,1:00�3:00pm�!
Learntheuseofpencils, importanceof fourbasicshapes, values and
techniques of basic drawing.Learn shading, blending, perspective
and proce-duresnecessarytocompleteadrawing. Thecostof the class
is$40.00which includesall supplies.Come and learn a new skill! This
class will betaughtbylocalartistLeeWescott.�
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DAY TRIPS
NEWPORTRAILTOUR:Wednesday,June20,$89pp.Enjoya90minuteexcursionalongbeautifulNarragansettBaywhilediningonboardandthenvisitBrickMarketplacealongtheharbor.�
ONGOLDENPOND/SQUAMLAKE,WALTER’SBASIN,MEREDITH’SMILLFALLS:Tuesday,
July17th,$119pp.ThistripisloadedwithgreatstopsincludingCanterburyShakerVillage,lunchatWalter’sBasin,aboatrideonSquamLakeandavisittobeautifulMeredith,NHontheshoresofLakeWinnipesaukee.�
BOBBYRYDELLLIVE!:Tuesday,August14th,$99pp.Startingasateenidolinthe1950s,Bobbyisstillbeltingouthisfamous“Volare”andmanymoresongsyou’llknowandlove.ChoiceofplatedmealattheVenusDeMilo.�
SCITUATELIGHTHOUSE&PLYMOUTHHARBORCRUISE:Saturday,August25th,$101pp.IncludeslunchatthehistoricBarkerTavernandanarratedcruiseaboardthepaddle!wheelerPilgrimBelle.!
MAINE’SFAMOUS“BULL&CLAW”LOBSTERBAKE:Wednesday,September12th,$84pp.Choiceofmeal.EnjoystopsinOgunquitand‘WherePigsFlyBaker’inKittery.�
SIMON PEARCE GLASSBLOWING & KING ARTHUR FALL FOLIAGE TRIP:
Wednesday, October
3$119pp.IncludedarestopsatQuecheeGorgeandlunchattheMillRestaurant.�
FOXWOODSCASINO:Thursday,November8$32pp.�
THESICILIANTENORSATDANVERSPORTYACHTCLUB:Tuesday,December4,$69pp.Driveyour-selfortakethevantohearthesesingersastheytaketheaudiencefromtearstolaughterwithwarmnos-talgiaandsoaringvoices.Aplatedlunchisincludedatthisevent.�
EXTENDED STAY TRIPS
MONTREAL&QUEBECGETAWAY:July10th�13th,2018(4days,3nights).DepartfromhomeenroutetotheMarriottChateauChamplainright
in theheartofdowntownMontrealand
juststepsawayfrom“OldMontreal”andthefamous“Underground.”DineattheDuVieuxPortRestaurant.Enjoyguidedtoursofthehistoricaldistrict,museumstheNotreDameBasilica,OlympicPark,theBotanicalGardenandtheuniqueBiodome.Tryyourhandatthecasinoorenjoyfreetime.InQuebecvisittheLatinQuarter,PlainsofAbraham,RampartsandtheworldfamousChateauFrontenac,NationalAssembly,Basilica,CityHallandPlace!Royale.StayatthedowntownHiltonHotelaftermakingaatMontmorencyFalls.VisittheCitadelforaguidedtourandseethe“ChangingoftheGuard”followedbytheRoyalRegimentMuseum.�!
ACOUNTRYCHRISTMASINNASHVILLE:Nov.30�Dec.3,2018(4 days/3 nights)
Trace Adkins
istheyear’sheadlineperformerfortheOprylandDinnerShow.StayattheGaylordOprylandHotelwhichwillbetransformedintoawinterwonderland.
ExperiencedinnerandashowattheGrandOleOpryattheRymanAuditorium.TripincludesavisittohistoricStudioB,aguidedtourofNashville,GeneralJack-sonShowboatRiverCruise,andadmissiontoICEatGaylordOpryland.�!
BOSTONTOBERMUDA:May10�17,2019(8days/7nights) Boardthebus in
IpswichtoBostonPierandsailtoBermudaaboardNorwegianCruiseLine.On!boardgratuitiesarepre!paidandincludeafullbeveragepackage.
SpendthreedaysdockedatKing’sWharf
inBermudaandenjoyeverythingtheislandandcruiseshiphavetooffer.PickupabrochureattheSeniorCenter.�
AssistiveTechnology/Hearing!
The Senior Center has purchased 5 “Super Ears,” an assisted
listening device designed
toincreasesoundfromupto100yardsaway.Thesesmallpersonalsoundampli8ierscomewithheadphones
and disposable hygienic earpad covers and are ideal for wearing
duringconversations and presentations. If you are having dif8iculty
hearing while enjoying
anactivityattheSeniorCenter,pleaseaskBethWrightorthefrontdeskaboutborrowingaset.�
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SENIOR MOMENTUM PROGRAMS
FITNESS CLASS: Join this popular low!impactexercise class every
Tuesday & Thursday
morningfrom9:00!10:15am.Feeis$5/class.ThisclassisforALL exercise
�itness
levelsandwillbemodi�iedforthosewhopreferseatedexercise.�!
SEATEDYOGA:Thurs.,10:30!11:30am$6/class.�!
SENIOR SWIM PROGRAM: Open swim time isavailable at the Ipswich
YMCA every Wednesdayfrom 11:00!12:00pm and every Friday from
12:00!1:00pm. The cost is $3/session, whichyoupayattheY.�!
LINEDANCINGCLASS:Margo Jones holds a linedancing class on
Mondays from 10:30am!noon
intheSeniorCentercafeteria.Costis$2/class.�!
TAI CHI: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30!
11:30am at Mark Warner’s Professional
MartialArtsAcademyat43MarketStreet,Ipswich.Nofee!�!
OVER 50 BASKETBALL: Thursdays from
4:00!5:30pmintheTownHallGym.�!
PING PONG:This fun group plays in the TownHall Gym every Monday
& Wednesday from10:30am!12:30pm.�!
PICKLEBALL:Players of all levels are welcomeon Mondays from
3:30!5:30pm & Thursdays from10:00!NoonintheTownHallGym.�!
WOMEN’S BOWLING LEAGUE: Mondays at
9:15am at Metro Bowl in Peabody. Call
JanetTraskat978!356!2590forinformation&tojoin.�!
COMMON SENSE SELF DEFENSE: Held the 2nd
Wednesdayofeachmonthfrom1:30!2:30pm.�
GOLF: Thursdays at 9:00am at New Meadows,
Topsfield. Fee is $19 for 9 holes. Call for more info.
GROUPS AND CLUBS
“JUSTFRIENDS”GROUP:Join this fun group
thatmeetsat1:30pmthesecondTuesdayofeverymonthattheSeniorCenter.�!
QUILTING GROUP: This group works on
oneprojectatatime.Quiltsaredonatedtocharitiesandraf�led for
fundraisers. Some sewing experience
ishelpful.Wednesdaysat10:00am.�!
KNIT2GETHER:JointhislivelyknittinggrouponTuesdaysfrom1:00!3:30pm.�!
INTER!GENERATIONALPROGRAM:ChildrenfromSmallWorldPre!SchoolvisittheSeniorCenterforaplannedactivity.
ThisprogramwillresumeagaininOctober.!
FOR YOUR GOOD HEALTH
BLOOD PRESSURE CLINIC: Every Friday
morn-ingfrom10:30am!noon.Noappointmentneeded.�!
POLARITY: Second and fourth Tuesday of each
month, beginningat9am.Cost is
$4per20mi-nutesession.Calltoscheduleappointment.�!
REIKI THERAPY: Third Friday of each month.
Sessionsstartat9am&last25minutes.Free.Calltoscheduleappointment.�!
PODIATRY CLINIC: Typically one Friday
eachmonth.Appointmentsareavailablefrom9:00amto3:00pm. Check the
calendar for exact dates. Insur-ance isacceptedorprivatepay
for$35.Call foranappointment.DatethismonthisFriday,June8.�!
BLOOD PRESSURE/WELLNESS CLINIC: Second
Wednesdayofeachmonth,from10!11:30 in
theCommunityHallat6CarolineAve.HeldbyIpswichPublicHealthNurse,PamLara.�
CARDS & GAMES !
MABEL SMYTH BRIDGE GROUP: Wednesdays &
Fridays12:30�4pm. Experiencednewmembers and
singlesarewelcome.Nopartnerisneeded.!!
RUMMIKUBE:Mondaysat1:00pm!!
SCRABBLE:Wednesdaysat9:30am!!
DOMINOES:Thursdaysat10:00am!!
MAHJONGG:Tuesdays&Fridaysat1:00pm!!
CRIBBAGE:Tuesdaysat1:00pm!!
CHESS:Tuesdays&Thursdaysat9:00am!!
500GINRUMMY:Tuesdaysat1:00pmNEW!!
New players are always welcome!
PORTUGAL GROUP TRIP
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Monday Tuesday Wednesday
SUNDAY, JUNE 17TH
4 9:00 Enhance Fitness 9:30 SHINE Counselor 10:30 Ping Pong
10:30 Line Dancing 1:00 Rummikube 1:30 Gentle Bend Exercise 3:30
Pickleball
5
9:00 Aerobics 9:00 Chess 10:00 Sign up for lunches and trips
10:30 Tai Chi - at 43 Market St. 1:00 Cribbage ~ Mah Jongg ~ Rummy
1:00 Knitting
6 9:00 Enhance Fitness 9:30 Scrabble 10:00 Quilting10:00 Spanish
10:30 Ping Pong 11:00 Swim Program 12:30 Bridge 12:45 Paint Day
11 9:00 Enhance Fitness 10:30 Ping Pong 10:30 Line Dancing 1:00
Rummikube 3:30 Pickleball
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9:00 Aerobics ~ Polarity 9:00 Chess 10:30 Tai Chi - at 43 Market
St. 12:00 Ithaki Lunch at Senior Center 1:00 Cribbage~Mah
Jongg~Knitting~Rummy 1:00 Beginning Drawing Class Begins 1:30 “Just
Friends” Group
13 8:30 Breakfast & Bingo9:00 Computer Class 9:30 Scrabble
10:00 Spanish: Last Class ~ Quilting10:00 Caroline Ave. Wellness
Clinic10:30 Ping Pong 11:00 Swim Program 12:30 Bridge 1:30 Common
Sense Self Defense
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9:00 Enhance Fitness 10:30 Ping Pong 10:30 Line Dancing 1:00
Rummikube 1:30 Gentle Bend Exercise 3:30 Pickleball
19 9:00 Aerobics 9:00 Chess 10:30 Tai Chi - at 43 Market St.
11:00 Bending & Lifting Techniques 12:00 Traveling Chef Lunch
12:45 Arthritis Exercise 1:00 Cribbage~Mah Jongg~Knitting~Rummy
1:00 Beginning Drawing Class
20 Day Trip to Newport 9:00 Computer Class 9:00 Enhance Fitness
9:30 Scrabble 10:00 Quilting 10:30 Ping Pong 11:00 Swim Program
12:30 Bridge
25 10:30 Ping Pong 10:30 Line Dancing 1:00 Rummikube 1:00
Attorney Time 1:30 Gentle Bend Exercise 3:30 Pickleball
26 9:00 Aerobics ~ Polarity 9:00 Chess 9:45 King of the Road
Trip 10:30 Tai Chi - at 43 Market St. 1:00 Cribbage~Mah
Jongg~Knitting~Rummy 1:00 Beginning Drawing Class
27 8:30 Breakfast & Bingo9:30 Scrabble 10:00 Quilting 10:30
Ping Pong 11:00 Swim Program 12:30 Bridge
Ipswich Senior Center June 2018
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Thursday Friday
1 9:00 Enhance Fitness 9:15 Watercolor Class 9:30 SHINE
Counselor 10:30 Blood Pressure 12:00 Van Trip ~ Swim Program 12:30
Bridge 1:00 Mah Jongg
9:30 Scrabble 10:00 Quilting
7 9:00 Aerobics 9:00 Chess 9:46 Golf League 10:00 Dominoes ~
Pickleball 10:30 Seated Day Yoga 10:30 Tai Chi - at 43 Market St.
1:30 Painting Class 4:00 Basketball
8 9:00 Enhance Fitness ~ Podiatry 9:15 Watercolor Class 9:30
SHINE Counselor 10:30 Blood Pressure 12:00 Van Trip 12:00 Swim
Program 12:30 Bridge 1:00 Mah Jongg
8:30 Breakfast & Bingo
9:00 Computer Class ~ Enhance Fitness
10:00 Spanish: Last Class ~ Quilting 10:00 Caroline Ave.
Wellness Clinic
1:30 Common Sense Self Defense
14 9:00 Aerobics ~ Chess 9:00 Computer Class ~ Men’s Group 9:46
Golf League 10:00 Elder Abuse Awareness Day 10:00 Dominoes ~ Chess
~ Pickleball 10:30 Seated Day Yoga ~ 10:30 Tai Chi 11:00
Constituents’ Inquiries with Dick Curran 12:00 SeniorCare Lunch ~
Low Vision Group 1:00 Intermediate Drawing Class Begins 1:30
Painting Class 4:00 Basketball
15 9:00 Reiki ~ Enhance Fitness 9:15 Watercolor Class 9:30 SHINE
Counselor 10:00 Mobile Market 10:00 AARP Safe Driving 10:30 Blood
Pressure 12:00 Van Trip 12:00 Swim Program 12:30 Bridge 1:00 Mah
Jongg
Day Trip to Newport
9:00 Computer Class
21 9:00 Computer Class 9:00 Aerobics ~ Chess 9:30 King of the
Road Trip 9:46 Golf League 10:00 Dominoes ~ Chess ~ Pickleball
10:30 Seated Day Yoga ~ Tai Chi 11:00 Constituents’ Inquiries with
Dick Curran 1:00 Intermediate Drawing Class 1:00 Etsy Presentation
1:30 Painting Class 4:00 Basketball
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9:00 Enhance Fitness: Last Class 9:15 Watercolor Class: 9:30
SHINE Counselor 10:30 Blood Pressure 12:00 Van Trip 12:00 Swim
Program 12:30 Bridge 1:00 Mah Jongg
8:30 Breakfast & Bingo 28 9:00 Aerobics~ Chess 9:46 Golf
League 10:00 Dominoes ~ Pickleball 10:30 Hearing and Brain Fitness
10:30 Seated Day Yoga ~ Tai Chi 1:00 Intermediate Drawing Class
1:30 Painting Class: Last Session 4:00 Basketball
29 9:15 Watercolor Class 9:30 SHINE Counselor 10:30 Blood
Pressure 12:00 Van Trip 12:00 Swim Program 12:30 Bridge 1:00 Mah
Jongg
Ipswich Senior Center June 2018
Information ServiceA Proud Sponsor of Ipswich Senior Life
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SENIOR TRANSPORTATION SENIOR CENTER VAN TRANSPORTATION within
Ipswich is offered every Monday through Thursday from 9:00am –
4:00pm and Fridays from 9:00am – noon. Call the Senior Center 24
hours in advance to schedule a ride, 978-356-6650. There is a $2.00
round-trip donation. Please Note: For booked appointments, we will
get you there on time, but return time may take a while due to
unforeseen conditions.
GROCERY SHOPPING TO MARKET
BASKET Please limit grocery bags to no more
than FOUR per TRIP! Pickup begins at 1:00pm. To help the
environment, consider using
recyclable bags. Mark them with your name or some other
decoration to ensure that you get the right bags!
OUT-OF-TOWN MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION
Offered through Outreach Program. Please call the
Senior Center at 978�356�6650 at least 72 hours in
advance to schedule a ride provided by volunteers or
CATA.TheCATA(CapeAnnTransitAuthority)medical
vangoestoLaheyPeabody&Danvers,MassGeneral&
theNorthShoreCenterforOutpatientCareinDanvers,
the Cummings Center, Fresenius Medical Center &
BeverlyHospitalCampusevery Tuesday,Wednesday&
Thursdaybetween9am&5pm.Duetoridership,CATA
suggestsyoubringa snack& readingmaterial aswait
times can vary. Our volunteer drivers are still taking
individuals to appointments outside of the CATA
servicearea.Ifyouneedamedicalride,pleasecontact
theSeniorCentertomakearrangements.!
ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS OFFERED
at the IPSWICH SENIOR CENTER !
TRIAD COUNCIL: TRIAD’S ongoing programs
consistof theFile forLife,CARFiT,yellowdotpro-
gram,shredderprogram,freebatteriesandinstalla-
tion of smoke detectors, lockbox program, proper
disposalofunusedmedicationsandsyringesat the
IpswichPoliceStation&TownHall,housenumber-
ing service for senior citizens and Safety Sand for
Seniors. All free of charge. These programs could
savealife.CallFire�ighterKendallBuhlat978!356
!6630forinformationaboutsmokedetectorbatter-
ies and a lockbox for your home. Call the COA at
978!356!6650 for information about other pro-
grams. All are welcome to join this board which
meetsthe1stWed.ofeachmonthat2:00pm.�!
LIBRARY BOOKS DELIVERED TO HOMEBOUND
SENIORS:CalltheIpswichPublicLibraryat978!
356!6648 to reserve your books and our COA van
willpickupanddeliver themtoyourhome. Ifyou
have internetaccessathome,youcancheckthe li-
brarycatalogatwww.ipswichlibrary.org.�!
SHINECOUNSELING: Information&guidancefor
health insurance information, assistance for Medi-
care bene�iciaries including MassHealth, and help
with prescription planseveryFridayandoneMon-
day/monthattheCOAfrom9:30amto12:30pm.
Pleasecall978!356!6650foranappointment.�!
NOTARY SERVICE: The Town Clerk and Asst.
TownClerkhaveofferedtonotarizedocumentsfor
Ipswichseniors.Theycannotarizemostdocuments
exceptwill&realestatedocuments.Bringyourun-
signeddocuments&properIDtotheClerk’sOf�ice.�!
PET CARE PROJECT:Assists eligible applicants with their pet’s
wellness care up to $250. Awards may be used for routine medical
exams, spaying/neutering and food. If you are headed out of town
for a short stay or recuperating from an illness, our pet
volunteers can help with pet-sitting or changing litterboxes, etc.
Call Beth Wright at 978.3536.6650 for more information. !
IPSWICH ROTARY CLUB OFFERS SMALL CHORE
AND REPAIR PROGRAM: Local Rotarians help
with small chores around your home. Call Beth
Wrightat978!356!6650torequestassistance.�
SENIORCHARLIECARDPASS:ApplyattheSenior
Center for a senior rate (65+) pass which can be
usedfordiscountedtravelonallMBTAtransporta-
tion. Call Sheila Taylor at 978!356!6650 to set a
time to complete the application. Bring a photo id
andyourcurrentCharlieCardifyouhaveone.�
OTHER PROGRAMS !
OPEN COMPUTERTIME: From 8:00am�4:00pm in
theSeniorCenterloungearea.!!
ICAM CABLE SHOW: “Ipswich COA Today�Living
Smart,LivingWell.”Usechannel9forComcastand
33forVerizon.Showtimesare:SundaysatNoon,Mon-
days at 8:00pm, Thursdays at 11:00am, Fridays at
1:30pm.Host:PaulValcour.!!
CONSTITUENTS’INQUIRIES:DickCurran,Assistant
toSenatorBruceTarr,comestotheSeniorCenteronce
permonthto address any issues youmay have. No
appointmentisnecessary.DickwillbehereThursday,
June21from11:00am�12:00noon.!!
ATTORNEYTIME:Monday,June25at1:00pm.!!
SHREDDERAVAILABLE: Please limit shredding to
30minutes.Theshredderisavailablemostdays.!
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MR.&MRS.FIX!IT:If you need any light altera-
tions,buttonsreplacedormending,leavethemina
special basket at the Senior Center, clearly labeled
with your name, phone number & a brief descrip-
tionoftheworktobedone.Mrs.Fix!itwillworkher
magicforanominalfee&contactyouwhenthepro-
jectiscomplete.Ifyouhaveasmallapplianceoren-
ginethatneedsrepairorahandymanjobtobecom-
pleted,callMr.Fix!itat978!998!1585.Hewillstop
byyourhometogiveyouanestimate.�
LOCAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS !
PROTECTIVESERVICESFORELDERS:TheProtectiveServices Program for
Ipswich seniors is SeniorCare,Inc. at 1�800�922�2275. Call 24
hours/day for
elderabuseorneglect.They’llworkwiththehighestdegreeofconBidentialityforsensitivesituations.!!
FUELASSISTANCE: If you are in need of
Binancialassistancewithyourhomeheatingbills,pleasecontacttheFuel
Assistance Program (Action Energy) at
978�281�3900orBethWrightattheCOA,978�356�6650.!!
VETERANS SERVICES:Contact Karen Tyler,
Direc-torofVeteransServicesat978�356�3915 if
youareaveteranorwidow(er)ofaveterantoseeifyouqualifyforanyveteranbeneBits.!!
CATA TRANSPORTATION: To Market Basket
inRowleyFridaymorningsandridestoBlackburnCen-terDayCare.Call978�768�6277forinformation.!!
USEDMEDICALEQUIPMENT:The Masonic Hall
inIpswichstoresdonated,usedmedicalequipmentsuchaswalkers,toiletseats,canesandoccasionallywheel-chairs.
Call George Wallich at 978�697�3920,
JasonDorrat978�836�2434ortheMasonicHallat978�356�9716todonateitemsorforinformationonobtainingitems.!!
BENEFITS CHECKUP:An online tool that screensyour eligibility for
federal, state and private
beneBitsprogramsthatareavailabletohelp.Youcanapplyformanyof
theprogramsonlineoryoucanprintanap-plication form. Go to
www.beneBitscheckup.org tostart the process or contact Outreach
Coordinator,BethWright,whocanhelpyouattheSeniorCenter.!!
SENIORCARE, INC.: Offers information,
referral,andadvocacyonawiderangeofaging�relatedissues.Theycoordinatein�homeservices,suchashomemak-ing,personalcare,ormealsonwheelstohelppeopleto
remain independent in their ownhomes.! Call tollfree 1�866�927�1050
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AFFORDABLE HOUSING !
OAK HILL APARTMENTS: Call for info andapplication for affordable
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978�356�1530.Rentsarebasedon30%ofadjustedincome.!!
IPSWICH HOUSING AUTHORITY: For informationon affordable senior
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WHIPPLE ANNEX HOUSING: For information
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FOOD PROGRAMS !
MOBILEMARKET:Freemonthly produce and gro-ceries
forenrolledseniorson the thirdFridayofeachmonthfrom10�11am.!!
MEALSONWHEELS:Traveling meals program of-fers a nutritionally
balancedlunch to Ipswich seniorsunable to prepare their own.
Contact SeniorCare’sMealsonWheelsProgramat1�866�927�1050.!!
CONGREGATEMEALSITE:Dailymealsareservedinthe function room at
Caroline Ave. housing at
nooneachweekday.A$2donationisrequested.Anysenioriswelcometoattend.Call(978)356�2481by10:00amthedaybeforethemealtoreserveaspot.!!
IPSWICHFOODPANTRY:The Ipswich Food
Pantryislocatedat#00SouthernHeightsinIpswichneartheHousing
Authority OfBice and is openTuesdays from11am�5pm & Thursdays
from 11am�7pm. If youareinneedoffood,pleasedropby.!!
FOOD STAMPS: For low�income single people andfamilies.
ForqualiBication information andan
applica-tioncall1�800�645�8333.!!
IPSWICH DINNER BELL: Community meal
spon-soredbylocalchurchesandcommunitygroups.EveryMondayfrom5:00�6:00pmat
theMasonicHall,70TopsBieldRd.Allagesarewelcome.!
ATTORNEY ADVICE
4th MONDAY EVERY MONTH
15 Minute Consult 1- 3pm
Attorney Tim Houten of Middleton will be available to
meet with you to briefly discuss a legal concern and
help guide you in the right direction. Set up your
appointment for June 25 by calling 978-356-6650.
POLICENON!EMERGENCYPHONE:978!356!4343�!
FIRENON!EMERGENCYPHONE:978!356!4321�!
POLICE/FIREEMERGENCYPHONE:911�
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Ipswich Senior Life 25 Green Street Ipswich, MA 01938
This newsletter is partially funded by the Executive Office of
Elder Affairs.
COUNCIL ON AGING STAFF
Sheila Taylor
Director of Senior Services
Beth Wright
Outreach Coordinator
Kathie Eliopoulos
Program Manager
Lynne Gibbs ·············· Receptionist
Bonnie Caracciolo ······· Receptionist
Chris Lahnston ············ Van Driver
John Messelaar ············ Van Driver
Jack Quigley ··············· Van Driver
Paul Valcour ··············· Van Driver
COUNCIL ON AGING BOARD MEMBERS
Keith Carlson, Chairman
Diane Mitchell, Vice Chairman
Lillian Reilly, Secretary
Rita Badami ···········Board Member
Penny Foss ·············Board Member
Tone Kenney ··········Board Member
Lorraine Laddin ·······Board Member
Join us downtown at 10 to raise awareness. Sign
up for lunch at Noon and learn some tips to help
prevent elder abuse with a presentation at 12:45 at
the Senior Center. RSVP at 978-356-6650.
