Due to the rise in cases of Covid;
senior center activities and what is offered may change very quickly. Cancellations or mask requirement updates will be posted on site, on our website (greatbarringtonseniors.org) or you can call the senior center (413) 528-1881 for updates.
At this time ~ all visitors whether vaccinated or not are required to wear masks indoors
at the senior center.
SHINE is by appointment only, please no walk-ins for now. If you need assistance with your health insurance information, please call ahead (413) 528-1881 or call (413) 499-0524.
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WE WILL BE CLOSED ON:
Dec. 24th and Dec. 31st
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Get ready for the GB Historical Society’s 2021 Old-Fashioned Christmas exhibit, which begins this Friday November 26 and runs through the 12th Day of Christmas. Hours this year are
Friday & Saturday evenings from 4 pm to 8 pm
and during the day on Saturdays and Sundays from 10-2 for December.
Admission is free and light refreshments will be served. See it at the GB Museum at the Wheeler Farmstead, 817 South Main Street (Route 7) in GB, a few blocks south of the Fairgrounds–and right across the road from the VFW Headquarters.
Onsite handicap parking and ramp are available and the Museum itself is fully handicap-accessible, even including a wheelchair for use while visiting.
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The Earth Angels are returning for another wonderful performance.
Join us for a covered dish luncheon:
Sunday December 19th at 12:00
followed by a performance the Earth Angels. Please let us know what dish or item you will be bringing. Family members are welcome to attend. Here is a list of ideas:
Chips, crackers, cheese, punch, fruit bowls, salads, casseroles, baked beans, desserts, cookies etc.
Please call if you plan on attending: 528-1881.
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Breakfast for Lunch
with Barbara Bailly!!
Join us
Thursday, Dec 9th
Time: 11:30 am Cost $2
We listened! Breakfast for Lunch again
by popular demand!!
Please RSVP to 528-1881.
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Join Veterans Agent
Laurie Hils for lunch
every 2nd Tuesday of the month.
Where: Claire Teague Senior Center
Time: 11:30
Cost: FREE for veterans and their spouses
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Dixie's Mom, Eileen
will be baking her special Homemade Apple Crisp
for dessert after our Congregate Meal on:
Tue., Dec. 7th
Chicken and Gravy
Boiled Red Potatoes
Steamed Cabbage
$2.00 per person
Call to reserve your seat 528-1881.
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Laurel Lakes
Will be providing lunch on
When: Dec 15th
Time: 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Menu to be announced
Featuring music by: Willy Nininger
Call 528-1881 to make a reservation
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Roast Beef w/Gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Mixed Root Vegetables
Snowflake Roll
Cheesecake
Please register for lunch at least 2 days in advance.
Recommended donation $2 per person
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If you want to schedule your Covid booster or
vaccination call Fairview Hospital's hotline,
call (855) 262-5465.
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Blood Pressure Clinic
Every third Thursday
December 16th
10:00 am - 11:00 am
by the Southern Berkshire Public Health Collaborative
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· Do you own an i-phone?
· Are you still trying to figure out how to use it?
Doug Wilbur is an i-phone wiz!
Doug will be here on
Thursday, Dec 16th
1 pm—3 pm (To offer his help)
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Department of Registry of Motor Vehicles
will have a representative
here at the Claire Teague Senior Center on:
Thursday, December 9th At 11 am
To help with your online
Department of RMV needs.
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Move and Groove
On hold for now
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS
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Pilates for Osteoporosis Prevention
with Kathi Casey Tuesdays at 9:45 am
is being held on zoom only at this time. If you are interested in attending; please call the senior center for zoom information and to register for the class– 528-1881.
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IN PERSON CLASSES AT CLAIRE TEAGUE SENIOR CENTER
Strength Training with Christine Faber on TUE at 3:30 –4:30 pm ~ $3/person per class
Tai Chi with Christine Faber ~ FRI at 9:00 am ~ $3 per person per class
Beginners Tap Class w/ Carolyn Calandro on Fridays at 1:30 pm ~ $ 5 per person per class
Tap Classes with Carolyn Calandro ~ MON & FRI at 2:00 pm ~ $5 per person per class
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· Bridge TUESDAYS at 12:00 pm
· Pitch on WEDNESDAYS at 12:00 pm
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ART CLASSES RETURNING :
Painting by Margaret Buchte
- Margaret Buchte’s Art Class
Thursdays at 12:15 pm ~ Come and join Margaret as she instructs a variety of mediums.
Please bring supplies if you have them.
$ 3 per person/class
Painting by Eunice Agar
Wednesdays at 10:00 am ~ Come and join Eunice as she teaches drawing and painting. $5 per person/class
- Decorative Painting w Liz Macchi ~returning Sept 8th 2 pm-4 pm
$ 5 / class plus supplies.
- Vera’s Painting Class on Thursdays at 10:30 am
All levels are welcome to join these groups!
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OTHER CLASSES/GROUPS /EVENTS
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Caregivers Support Group
On the third Wednesday
of each month at 1:00 pm
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Ron Terry’s Tech Topics– computers, i-pads, cell phones.
TUESDAYS 12:00-2:00 pm
By appointment only
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Bingo on Tuesdays from 12:30-2:00 pm
Feel free to drop in on any Tuesday to join us.
Refreshments will be served .
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Great Barrington COA Transportation Policy
Welcome to the Great Barrington Council on Aging Transportation Program located at the Claire Teague Senior Center. Transportation is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am-4:00 pm for senior citizens age 55 and over and also the disabled.
Reservations and Cancellations:
Appointments must be made 48 hours in advance by calling the senior center at (413) 528-1881. Please make a reservation each time you need a ride, we cannot guarantee standing reservations and medical appointments are a priority. It is very important that you try to book your appointments before 2 pm. We cannot guarantee a return ride after 3:00 pm. We will do our very best to accommodate everyone.
Please let us know as soon as possible if you are cancelling a ride.
Same Day Booking:
If space and drivers are available you will be offered a ride.
Rider Fees:
The charge for transportation locally is $3.50 one way and $7.00 round trip for Gt Barrington/ Housatonic residents traveling within the town of Great Barrington/Housatonic. Rides to the Claire Teague Senior Center for a congregate meal or an activity are $3.50 round trip.
There is no charge for a spouse or caregiver to accompany a rider.
No person will be turned away for a ride if they cannot afford the fare.
Tips/Donations:
Drivers cannot accept tips. You are welcome to make a donation to the Gt Barrington COA Transportation Program which will be used to fund future outings.
Out of Town:
We will transport to Pittsfield for medical appointments only; if we have an available van and driver, the cost is $15.00 per person round trip.
Multiple Stops:
You must make advance reservations for multiple stops with the exception of the pharmacy after medical appointments. The GBCOA reserves the right to limit the number of extra stops per client given time and availability.
Riders are required to wear seat belts. During COVID - Masks are required at all times on the van.
Unsafe and or disruptive behavior may result in loss of van privileges.
Seniors needing personal assistance require family or volunteers to accompany them on van.
SNOW DAYS:
Snow day cancellations will be announced on WSBS. Typically if the schools are closed ~ so will transportation. If you have a ride scheduled that day, staff will give you a call as well.
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Foot Nurse by appointment only ~
On Monday, December 13th
Call for appointments at (413) 528- 1881.
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Brown Bag for Elders
Don't forget to pick up your
Brown Bag on December 8th
Pick up will be @ Claire Teague Senior Center
What is Brown Bag??
Food for Elders program provides a free bag of healthy groceries to eligible seniors once a month at local senior centers and community organizations. The food items are specifically selected to meet seniors’ special dietary requirements to help them stay healthy and active.
Where is it?
The Claire Teague Senior Center is a distribution site for the monthly Brown Bag.
917 Main Street in Great Barrington
How to receive it?
If you are interested in receiving a bag~
You can pick up an application at the senior center by calling 528-1881 or
Print the application off their website https://www.foodbankwma.org/get-help/brown-bag-food-for-elders/ and mail it to:
Food Bank of Western Massachusetts
PO Box 160
Hatfield, MA 01038
Call the food bank to request an application 413 247 9738. “The food that we distribute comes from a number of different sources, including the state government (MEFAP), the federal government (TEFAP), local farms, our own Food Bank farm, retail and wholesale food businesses, community organizations, and individual donations”.
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THE DAILY LUNCH
Check out the December lunch menu HERE.
A $2 lunch donation is requested for guests 60 or over.
Call us at (413) 528-1881.
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Fran O
Theresa C
Sarah H
Madeline L
Grace Z
Helen N
Mary R
Linda K
Stanley K
Douglas M
Joan G
Colleen H
Marie D
Maureen A
Donald O
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Mary Ann S
Jane I
Peggy L
Charles N
Helen H
William D
Lester E
Calder M
Janice F
Carol G
Tom G
Mary W
Maria O
Babs O
Olga M
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