Greetings!
May is a busy month at the Claire Teague Center, with several talks about prescription costs, legal matters and hospice, a health and safety fair and more.
We have two road trips on the calendar coming up -- a trip to the MGM Casino in Springfield this month, and a trip to Hildene in Vermont, in June. There are a few spots left for the Casino trip, so consider joining the fun.
Our usual schedule of classes--from art to exercise, genealogy and computer literacy are carrying on as usual. Check the newsletter to see all we have to offer.
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Meanwhile, stop in, bring a friend, refer a friend, and see what's new. We look forward to having you join us.
Polly Mann Salenovich, Director, and Jennifer Messina, Assistant Director
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LUNCH
Check out the May lunch menu HERE. A $2 lunch donation is requested for guests 60 or over.
A FREE lunch is sponsored by Great Barrington Health Care on Tuesday, May 21 at 11 p.m. a.m.
Veterans and their spouses eat for FREE, compliments of Veterans Services, on the 1st & 3rd Monday of each month.
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TALKS, EDUCATION AND CURRENT EVENTS
Elder Law with Paula Almgren, Esq.
May 9, 4 p.m.
Learn from an elder law expert about the "Fabulous Five" estate planning documents everyone should have in place, how to obtain VA benefits and legal issues around Medicare coverage of skilled nursing, home care and community-based care. Sign up in the conference room, or call (413) 528-1881.
HospiceCare: Planning Ahead
May 15, 12:30 p.m.
A HospiceCare representative will give a talk about MOLST (Medical Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment), end-of-life directives and creating a "Five Wishes" document. Interested in learning more about HospiceCare of the Berkshires? Learn more here.
Malnutrition Education
Thursday, May 16, 12:30 p.m.
Elder Services will present information about malnutrition risks among the senior population. The week of May 13 is Malnutrition Week, so learn more about risk factors and prevention with this visit from Elder Services.
Medicare: Saving on Prescriptions
Thursday, May 23, 10:30 a.m.
Medication costs keep going up, which means you pay more. Prescription Advantage, a Massachusetts state program, can help. Learn how you can save money on prescription drugs with this plan, which works with your Medicare Part D. If your income is less than $37,470 (single) or $50,730 (married) this program is Free.
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HEALTH AND SAFETY FAIR
MAY 29, 11 a.m.-2 p.m
A.G.E. TRIAD & Great Barrington Council on Aging are holding a 2019 Health and Safety Fair at the Claire Teague Center.
Presentations from:
*Berkshire County Sheriff Self Defense “Stop the Bleed”
*GB Fire Department
*GB Police Department
*Fairview Hospital: Choke Saver & Heimlich Demos
** FREE transportation by SBETC to the Senior Center compliments of the Great Barrington Council on Aging **
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Thursday Morning Club: Saturday, May 4, 2 p.m.
Bingo a la Mode, a Bingo and pie combo event, will raise scholarship funds for students of Monument Mountain and Mount Everett high schools. The cost is $15. Sign up in the lunch room.
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Mother's Day Luncheon: Thursday, May 9, 11:30 a.m.
A hearty lunch ($2 per person) of roast pork and fixings, along with music by vocalist Dee Foster, for all the mothers and grandmothers among us! Please RSVP (413) 528-1881.
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90+ Luncheon: Tuesday, May 21, 11-noon
Are you or a friend or neighbor 90 or older? We invite you to a special luncheon with entertainment by musician Susan Segall. Please join us! RSVP by calling (413) 528-1881.
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Friday Movie: May 17, 12:15 p.m.
"Green Book," the Academy Award-winning "Best Picture" movie of 2019.
Sign up in the lunch room.
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Wellness, Art, Computer Classes & More
For activities requiring appointments, call 528-1881
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Mondays
9 a.m.-2 p.m. (second Monday) Foot Nurse Jane Kelly, by appointment, $40
12:30 p.m. Acupuncture 1st & 3rd Monday, 1-hour group sessions
(except March 4; last appointment at 12:30) FREE
Tuesdays
9 a.m.-noon SHINE (Health Insurance Counseling). By appointment, FREE
Noon-3:30 p.m. Bridge
12:30-2 p.m. Bingo (1st Tuesday free pizza for Bingo players)
12:15-3 p.m. Computer, iPhones, iPads & More: By appointment, FREE
Wednesdays
12:30 p.m. Brown Bag Groceries/Food Bank of Western MA, for eligible participants, (2nd Wednesday) FREE
12:30-2 p.m. Painting with Margaret Bucht, $3
12:45 p.m. Melt Method pain relief, DONATION
1:30-2:30 Tax Prep through April 10, by appointment, FREE
1-2 p.m. Caregiver Support Group, 3rd Wednesday, FREE
4 p.m. Decorative Arts
Thursdays
9:30 a.m. Vera's Painting Class
10:30-11:30 a.m. News and Views discussion group with David Rutstein
10:30-11:30 Dixie the Therapy Dog Visits
Noon: Blood Pressure Clinic (4th Thursday)
1 p.m. Art Class with Eunice
4 p.m. Women's Cancer Support Group (2nd & 4th Thursday)
Fridays
12:30 Knitting Classes with Peg Butterworth FREE
Sign up in the dining room
12:30 Genealogy using Ancestry.com, by appointment FREE
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MOVING: Fitness, Dance & More
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MONDAY
9:15 a.m Cross-Training w/Misha ($3:50)
10:30 a.m. Awareness Through Movement w/ Misha (floor, $3.50)
12:45 a.m. Beginners Tap Dancing with Carolyn ($5)
2 p.m. Intermediate Tap Dancing with Carolyn (5)
TUESDAY
9:30 a.m. Move and Groove with Nadine "Dee" Foster $3
9:45 a.m. Pilates for Osteoporosis Prevention/Kathi (challenging, $5)
3:30 a.m. Strength Training with Christine ($3)
WEDNESDAY
9:30 a.m. Easy-Does-It Yoga with Joanne ($5)
THURSDAY
9:30 a.m. Move & Groove with Nadine "Dee" Foster, $3
10 a.m. Therapeutic Movement Exercise/Breathing w/Suzanne ($3)
4 p.m. Misha's Advanced Class ($10)
FRIDAY
9 a.m. Tai Chi w/Christine ($3)
10 a.m. Chair Exercise with Ann (FREE)
12:45 p.m. Beginners Tap Dancing ($5)
2 p.m. Intermediate Tap Dancing ($5)
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DAY TRIPS!
Explore our region's great attractions with your friends and neighbors!
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CASINO ROAD TRIP
MAY 23, 2019
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Sheffield and Great Barrington Seniors
Day trip to the new MGM Casino
(South Hadley, MA)
Round Trip Coach transportation
Lunch at the Boathouse Restaurant
MGM Casino Visit
$20 slot bonus and $10 food voucher
Cost: $84 per person
Sign up at the Claire Teague Senior Center or
Sheffield Senior Center by May 7
or by phone: (413) 528-1881 (Great Barrington)
(413) 229-7037
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A Trip to Hildene
The Lincoln Family Home
Manchester, VT
Learn more here
Thursday, June 6, 2019
8:15-4 p.m.
$60 per person
The Lenox Council on Aging has arranged a trip to Hildene on Thursday, June 6. The peonies should be in full bloom so it should be a beautiful site to see!
Ticket includes coach transportation, full-admission and a luncheon buffet. Space is limited (32 spots) and is “first come, first serve."
Call the Lenox Council on Aging, (413) 637-5530 to reserve your spot or with any further questions.
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Notes and Footnotes
We are forming a Quilters Club for all ages and abilities at the Claire Teague Center. We are seeking quilters to teach, learn and quilt together. Quilting is a creative and social craft and we welcome quilters and aspiring quilters. Contact us at (413) 528-1881.
Computer Classes will move to Mondays noon-2 p.m., starting Monday, June 3.
Tapfest our annual FREE performance of Carolyn Calandro's tapdance students, is June 8, 11:30 a.m. at the Claire Teague Center. Refreshments will be served.
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Stop in anytime! There is always someone here, something to do and something to enjoy. New in town? Come and meet some of your neighbors.
Give us a call during weekday business hours with any questions. We look forward to hearing from you.
(413) 528-1881
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