Nov/Dec Tides and Times

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TIDES AND TIMES

A publication by the New Hanover
County Senior Resource Center

Our mission is to act as the focal point for Aging Services in
New Hanover County by providing services which promote
wellness, encourage independence, and enhance quality of life

for all older persons.

Senior Resource Center WELCOME TERESA NELSON AND ALLIE PRICE!
2222 S. College Road
We are proud to welcome Teresa and Allie as part of our team here at the SRC.
Wilmington, NC 28403
910-798-6400 Teresa Nelson is the new FGP/RSVP Program Manager. She recently moved here from Vir-
ginia, and has been serving seniors for over 25 years in many different areas. Her passion is
www.src.nhcgov.com working with seniors with Alzheimer’s and Dementia. She has volunteered for the last 8 years
Kelly Gill, Editor educating people on Alzheimer’s disease and conducting caregiver support groups for family
members.
Hours of Operation:
Monday—Friday Teresa is married and has one son who is 24. She loves to read, enjoys going to the beach, and
riding her bike. She says it has been a great 6 weeks, and everyone has been so wonderful and
8:00 am—5:00 pm welcoming.
Except holidays, week-
ends, and special events Allie Price is the new FGP Program Coordinator. She began her career working at a local
treatment center in New Hanover County, and has experience working with the Head Start
We will be closed on Program. Allie hopes to build relationships that benefit the population here at the SRC and is
NOVEMBER 10TH, already hard at work expanding the Foster Grandparent Program here. When not working,
23RD,24TH Allie enjoys spending time with her fiancé and their two dogs.

And Welcome, ladies! We’re lucky to have you both!!

December 25th thru
December 27th.

SRC Staff: You’re Invited to a Viewing Party
Jeanette Bell
Karla Bridgers Premiering The SRC Living Legacy Project
Margaret Bryant
Bart Canny Join us at the SRC as we premier the first Living Legacy’s.
Ellen Connor
Shantel Davis Popcorn and drinks will be available.
Chris Dodson
November 15, 2017 2pm-3pm starring John Nelson (SRC volunteer and WII Remembered
Kelly Gill facilitator)
Valorie Hatten
Rebecca Hayes December 13, 2017 2pm-3pm starring Annette Crumpton (SRC instructor, volunteer, and
former SRC Director)
Tina Heath
Jared Holmes The New Hanover County Living Legacy project is an ongoing video series that captures the
Greg Kennedy unique life stories of NHC older adult citizens. These stories are unique to the individuals
and provide viewers with personal memories & local and world history told by those who
Jeffrey Lee lived it. The stories shared will give you a glimpse of the individual’s past, present, what they
Marion McIntyre look forward to in the future, and what keeps them young. Each month a new living legacy
will be debuted at the SRC and will be shown on New Hanover County Television and the
Teresa Nelson Senior Resource Center website as well. We are sure these stories may bring back similar
Sam Norris memories and will inspire you to keep active. Age has no limits and the best is yet to come.
Allie Price If you are interested in sharing your living legacy, please call the NHC SRC at 910-798-6400.
Amber Smith

Valerie Smith
Pam Wall

Andrew Zeldin

New Hanover County

Senior Resource Center

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FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM SENIOR TAR HEEL LEGISLATURE

Are you interested in becoming a Foster Grandparent? The The Senior Tar Heel Legislature was established to: Provide
program provides a way for volunteers to stay active by serv- information to senior citizens on the legislative process and
ing children and youth in the New Hanover County commu- matters being considered by the North Carolina General As-
nity. If you are 55 and older and want to share your experi- sembly AND Promote citizen involvement and advocacy
ence and compassion, then you have what it takes to be a concerning aging issues before the North Carolina General
Foster Grandparent. Assembly. Delegates must be 60 or older. There is one dele-
gate to the Senior Tar Heel Legislature from each of the 100
Foster Grandparent volunteers serve 15-25 hours per week, counties in the state. Most counties also have an alternate
tutoring or mentoring children to improve their intellectual delegate as well.
thinking, social/emotional, motor and/or language develop-
ment skills. We recently sat down with New Hanover County’s alternate,
They receive the following benefits: Sheila Leach, to ask her a few questions about her position.
*Tax free hourly stipend (available to those who qualify) Sheila is the newest member of our STHL team. Here’s what
*Transportation Reimbursement she had to say:
*Supplemental insurance while volunteering
*On-going trainings What interested you in a STHL position? I have al-
ways been interested in the law and learning how it works.
For more information on this amazing program, contact Al- When a family member mentioned that there was a volun-
lie Price, FGP Program Coordinator, at 798-6408. teer position opening as the STHL alternate, I decided to
submit my application.
SEASONAL
WREATHS In your time so far, what is something you were
AVAILABLE surprised to learn, or what has made the impact so
far? I have been surprised so many times at how little is
Are you looking to known about the Senior Tar Heels Legislation. We as senior
spruce up the en- citizens and residents of North Carolina should be aware of
trance to your what we do as an advocacy group specifically for seniors and
home this Holiday how we operate, but so often we get the response that our
Season? Come see citizens have not heard of us.
the beautiful Fall
and Holiday What can New Hanover County seniors do to get
wreaths on display and available for purchase at the Senior involved? Become your own advocate! When there is an
Resource Center. Prices are marked on each wreath, and the issue of importance to you, do not hesitate to speak out!
proceeds benefit the Senior Resource Center thru V.O.C.A.L. Contact the legislators for your area by email, regular mail
(Vocal Older Citizens Action League). or telephone. Let them hear from you so they are aware of
what is important to you. You could also help us get the
FIRE SAFETY MONTH word out by letting your friends know about the Senior Tar
Heels. If you are part of an organization and would like us
October was Fire Safety Month, and the Senior Resource to give a presentation, we would love to do so!
Center’s Home Delivered Meals program partnered with our
County and City Fire Departments to ensure our partici- For more information on the Senior Tar Heel Legislature or
pant’s home addresses were clearly marked and visible in to schedule the New Hanover STHL team to speak to your
the case of an emergency. They also organization, contact Sheila at 910-200-9187 or email
assisted in the smoke detector [email protected].
checks and spoke about the im-
portance of changing your batteries CANDLELIGHT REFLECTIONS TO HON-
on a regular basis. OR, HOPE AND REMEMBER...

Special thanks to Commissioner An evening to honor Caregivers, both past and present, and
Zapple and our local Fire Depart- those they lovingly care/cared for. The evening will feature
ments for taking time out of their stories, poetry and shared memories. Family and friends are
busy schedules to do these visits for welcome and encouraged to share their special memories
our clients. We appreciate you!! and thoughts.

As a friendly reminder, please check We will join caregivers across North Carolina with a candle
your own smoke detectors if you lighting ceremony to honor and remember loved ones. The
have not done so recently. public is welcome to attend. Light refreshments will be pro-
vided. Please join us for this beautiful program on Thurs-
day, November 2nd from 6:00-7:30 here at the SRC.
Contact Bart Canny at 798-6402 for more information.

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RSVP VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT VOLUNTEER LOCATIONS NEED HELP

Here are the RSVP Volunteers nominated by you for the The following locations are in need of additional volunteers.
months of November and December. Both volunteers re- If you are able to give a few hours a week (or more) in any of
cently sat down with Valerie Smith, RSVP Program Coordi- these locations, please contact Valerie Smith at 910-798-
nator for a brief interview. An excerpt of their interviews 6406, or email [email protected]
are below. If you know an RSVP volunteer that you would
like to nominate, please contact Valerie at 910-798-6406 or The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program at
fill out a nomination form in the front lobby of the Senior the Senior Resource Center is in need of clerical volun-
Center. teers, as well as volunteers to assist clients with their in-
come taxes for the upcoming tax season. Training is provid-
November Volunteer Spotlight: ed.
Dorothy Barnett
The Home Delivered Meals program at the Senior Re-
Dorothy is a Williston Senior High alumni. After graduat- source Center is in need of drivers and meal preparers Mon-
ing, she moved to New York and had a long career with Ver- day thru Friday with a.m. availability.
izon Communication. When her mother’s health began to
decline, she moved back to Wilmington. The Senior Health Insurance Information program
(SHIIP) at the Senior Resource Center is in need of
Her first encounter with volunteering here was with the volunteers to assist clients with one-on-one counseling and
Food Bank of NC, and she quickly began volunteering in information on Medicare. Training is provided.
many other roles and is very active in the community.
LIFE KINETIK WORKSHOP
Several mornings each week, Dorothy picks up donated
items from vendors and distributes them throughout the What is Life Kinetik? A set of cognitive, visual and co-
community to those who need them most. She’s also very ordination exercises that promise to deliver a higher level of
involved with her church and attends many local and dis- concentration, better visual perception, faster reactions, and
trict conferences events as a representative for them. greater stress resistance.

Dorothy volunteers because she enjoys helping others. She Life Kinetik began as a way to improve athletes’ abilities to
says “I encourage anyone who wants to make a positive im- reach their optimum potential but has since been proven to
pression to start volunteering. It is medicine to my soul and be just as helpful for anyone, regardless of their age or fit-
keeps me going day after day”. ness level. All Life Kinetik exercises combine fun coordina-
tion skills-activities with cognitive and visual instructions,
December Volunteer Spotlight: so that both sides of the brain are being simultaneously
Cristina Braye challenged and stimulated.

Christina was born in the Philippines, and arrived here in Are you interested in attending a FREE Life Kinetik work-
Wilmington about thirty years ago. Before moving to the shop to learn more? Stop by the Senior Center and fill out
US, she was a certified public accountant. She is currently a the interest sheet at the front desk with your name and con-
full time student mastering Biblical Science in Theology at tact information.
Wilmington College of Theology.
Dates and times are to be determined. Those interested
With Christina’s prior experience in taxes, her husband en- must be 55 and over.
couraged her to volunteer here at the Senior Resource Cen-
ter with the VITA program. She says, “It is a good feeling IMMUNIZATION CLINIC
giving back to the community. I find it rewarding to be a
part of this great program. I thank God for the beautiful The Senior Resource Center has partnered with Walgreens
people in Wilmington.” to host an immunization clinic here on Thursday, No-
vember 9th from 10:00-1:00. Flu, pneumonia, and tet-
We couldn’t be luckier to have these two amazing anus vaccines will be provided, and all forms of insurance
RSVP volunteers. The full interviews with Dorothy are accepted.
and Cristina can be found on the bulletin board at
the Senior Resource Center. Congratulations to you This clinic is open to all employees and citizens. Protect
both! yourself this season and get your flu shot!

SANTA VISIT GRADS CRAFT FAIR

Who doesn’t love seeing Santa? He will be making an ap- Our dedicated GRADS volunteers (Gifted, Retired and Dedi-
pearance at the Senior Resource Center on Thursday, De- cated Seniors) spend countless hours knitting and crochet-
cember 14th at 10:00 am. Please join us for the festivities ing items for the community all year long. Are you looking
which include various song and dance performances. Res- for a unique hand-made holiday gift? Make plans to visit
ervations for the luncheon following the program are re- the Craft fair on Monday, November 6th, anytime be-
quired and can be made by contacting Margaret at 798- tween 9:30 and 3:00 pm, here at the SRC to find unique gift
6420. items for the entire family. For more information on this
event, please call Valerie Smith at 798-6406.
Don’t forget to cast your vote in the Municipal Election on
Tuesday, November 7th. You must vote at your designated
polling location .
If you have any questions regarding registration or polling
locations, please call the Board of Elections at 798-7330.

YOUR VOTE…..YOUR VOICE!

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COMPUTER CENTER CAPE FEAR ELDER ABUSE NETWORK

The Computer Center at the Senior Resource Center is open The Cape Fear Elder Abuse Network will present an educa-
every Friday morning from 9-11 am so you may register and tion event on Elder Abuse at the Senior Resource Center on
pay for upcoming computer classes. All classes are $30 each. Tuesday, December 19th at 10:00 am.
Current and former students can also attend these lab ses-
sions if they require assistance with their Windows comput- Please join us for this FREE event!
ers.
SENIOR RESOURCE
November: Computer Skills for Seniors CENTER
Tues/Thurs 1:30-4:00 Nov 7, 9, 14, 16 TRANSPORTATION

December: Computer Skills for Seniors Chris Dodson, Transpor-
Mon/Wed 1:30-4:00 Dec 11, 13, 18, 20 tation Coordinator at the
SRC, will be hosting a
The Center continues to have a need for volunteers to help FREE presentation on the
students during a class. Every two students share a coach Transportation program
who keeps them on-track and gives them guidance, a full here on Tuesday, Novem-
class requires 5 coaches. If you are familiar with Windows ber 7th at 10:00 am.
and have basic computer skills and experience, you qualify.
Please stop in the Computer Center any Friday morning. Make plans to attend this event, and learn more about the
transportation options here at the Senior Resource Center.
For more information on the Computer Center, please call
798-6430. JOIN THE FUN!

SENIOR RESOURCE CENTER AMBASSADORS ENJOY DANCES AT THE SENIOR
RESOURCE CENTER!
Here at the Senior Resource Center, our volunteer ambassa-
dors play an important role in assisting visitors to the Cen-
ter. We value their commitment and couldn’t do what we do
each day for the residents of New Hanover County without
them! They are the first smiles to welcome participants each
day, and are there to assist with questions you may have.

Volunteer shifts are 3 hours (8-11, 11-2, and 2-5), Monday
thru Friday.

We are currently looking for additional volunteers for this
position. Each shift requires two volunteers. You can com-

mit to one day per week, or fill in as needed.

For more information on this volunteer role here at the Sen-
ior Resource Center, please call Allie at 798-6408.

MEET AND MINGLE GROUP Over 50’s Dance—2nd Tuesday of each month

Have you had the opportunity to participate in the new Meet Cotillion Dance—1st Saturday of each month
and Mingle group held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at
6:00 pm? The group is composed of single, widowed, di- USA Dance—2nd Saturday of each month
vorced, married men and women who are over the age of
55. The purpose of this group is to build new lasting friend- Call the Senior Center at 798-6400 or go to our web-
ships, sharing ideas, encourage participation, have fun and site at https://src.nhcgov.com/evening-dances/
enjoy events and activities with other like-minded people. If for details.
this sounds like you, then this is the place for you. We pro-
vide a safe atmosphere of developing new friendship through Come dance with us!
activities and conversation. If you are someone who wants
more out of life with more friendships and are a senior, then
this is the group for you.

For more information on the group, please call Valorie at
798-6485.

The next scheduled group meetings will be held here at the
SRC on Tuesday, November 14th and December 12th at 6
pm.

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TIS THE SEASON For a healthy, easy beverage for the Holi-
days, or anytime, try adding the following to
The next couple of months usually include many social set- sparkling water:
tings involving food. This time of year the old family favorite
recipes are pulled out, the fancy desserts are created, and the *Sliced tangerine and blueberries
get-togethers are attended that include food-laden tables. *Sliced lime and fresh mint
Food choices can be very difficult to make if you are following *Sliced lemon and fresh basil
any type of restricted diet. *Sliced lemon and tangerine

RECIPE CORNER
Pan-Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Dried
Cherries and Pecans

The old adage, “Everything in Moderation” has 2 lbs small sweet potatoes, peeled if desired
no better time than now. Here are some sug- 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
gestions for guilt-free meals during the holi- 2 tbsp. butter, divided
days: 1 tbsp. honey
2 tsp. reduced-sodium tamari
*Use a smaller plate 1/2 tsp. paprika
*Experiment with healthier versions of your recipes 1/2 tsp. ground turmeric
*Bring a healthy side dish or dessert to the gathering 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
*Ensure the meal has bright color with a variety of vegeta- Dash of cayenne pepper
bles Freshly ground pepper to taste
*Have a reasonable portion of your favorites and pass on 2 slices bacon, chopped
the rest 2 tbsp. dried sour cherries
*Have a little of everything 2 tbsp. coarsely chopped pecans or walnuts
*Nibble on a little something before the meal such as veggies
to take the edge off your appetite Directions: Cut sweet potatoes in half, lengthwise, then cut
*Sharing a piece of your favorite dessert with a friend. crosswise into 1/2 inch thick slices. Heat 1 tbsp. each oil and
*Pass on a carbohydrate or two with the meal when you butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the
know you will be enjoying a favorite dessert sweet potatoes and cook, turning once, until starting to brown in
*If you are the host/hostess, send leftovers home with guests spots—2 to 4 minutes total. Reduce heat to medium-low and
to limit the temptation cook, turning frequently until tender, 3 to 5 minutes more.
*Go for a walk after the meal Transfer to a large bowl; cover to keep warm. Repeat with 1
tbsp. oil and the remaining butter and sweet potatoes. Transfer
Some ideas for recipe modification: to the bowl and keep covered.

*Substitute plain Greek yogurt for sour cream in your casse- Meanwhile, combine honey, tamari, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt
role and dip recipes and ground pepper in a small bowl.
*Steaming vegetables rather than sautéing in fat
*Reduce the amount of sugar in fruit pie recipes—fruit is Add the remaining 1 tbsp. oil and bacon to the pan and cook over
naturally sweet medium-low heat, stirring often until the bacon is crispy, 6 to 8
*Replacing half the oil in a baked good recipe with yogurt or minutes. Add the honey mixture and simmer, stirring for 30 sec-
applesauce onds. Remove from heat.
*Adding cooked masked cauliflower to your mashed pota-
toes

There are many websites for recipe modification such as: Return the sweet potatoes to the pan along with cherries and
Www.diabetes.org/mfa-recipes/recipes/ nuts; toss to coat. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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The following activities are held at the Senior Resource Center. Classes are indicated by the
day and time of the week. Please contact the instructor listed for class fee information and sup-
plies needed.

MONDAY

8-4:30 BILLIARDS* & TABLE TENNIS*

8:00 MEN’S EXERCISE Currently FULL, call for info Fran Tabor, 262-2687 [email protected]

8:30 GERI-FIT* (Limited to age 60 and older) Mary Konicki, 793-1625 [email protected]

9:00 CERAMICS* Judy Olsen, 515-8511 [email protected]

9:15 YOGA Giles MacMillan, 777-4392 [email protected]

9:30 GRADS (RSVP Community Service Project) Valerie Smith, 798-6406 [email protected]

9:00 BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS (4th Monday of the month) Interim Health Care

9:30 BLUE RIBBON WRITERS*(4th Monday of the month) Chris Brown 233-0325
10:00 [email protected]
10:00 CHECKERS* & Spades, Hearts, & Cut Throat card games*, 10-11:30am & 12-4:30pm
Check with SRC Ambassadors as to room assignment/location…it varies.

SCRABBLE* Retha Crawford, 431-1832 or Evelyn Smith, 799-6081 (Table Game Room)

10:00 LINE DANCE (Intermediate Level) Sharon Dixon, 386-7110 [email protected]

10:30 GOLDEN TAPPERS Judy Kelley, 328-3671 [email protected]

10:30 COOKING DEMONSTRATION (4th Monday of the month) Ellen Connor, 798-6412 [email protected]

12:00 OPEN OIL PAINTING GROUP* Pete Paterson, 799-8888 [email protected]

12:00 TAP FOR BEGINNERS (Begins on September 18th) Judy Kelley 798-6409

12:45 DUPLICATE BRIDGE IN TGR* (Limited to 24 players) Paul Olhoeft 686-5554 [email protected]

1:30 STRENGTH & CONDITION & Aerobics Fran Tabor, 262-2687 [email protected]

1:30 FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP (3rd Monday of the month) Bart Canny, 798-6402

*Denotes classes with NO fee

TUESDAY

8:00-4:30 BILLIARDS* & TABLE TENNIS*

8:00 GERI-FIT* (Limited to age 60 and older) Gayla MacMillan, 328-0053 [email protected]

9:00-12:15 PINOCHLE* & CANASTA* in TGR, Sign-up required (TGR is Shared) Jeanie Cheek, 254-1351

9:00 AEROBIC DANCE Jean Burker, 262-0953 [email protected]

10:00 BINGO (small knick-knack prizes only) Margaret Bryant, 798-6420 In the Friendship Café

10:00 CHECKERS*& Spades, Hearts, & Cut Throat card games*, 10-11:30am & 12-2:30pm

10:00 TAI CHI – INTERMEDIATE Marty Gregory, 547-5235 (18 max) [email protected]

10:00 CAPE FEAR RUG HOOKERS Judy Quintman, 619-4531 [email protected]
10:30 WISE WOMEN-Women’s Support Group (3rd Tuesday of the month)
Ann Foltrauer, 515-6214 [email protected]
11:15 TAI CHI-BEGINNERS Marty Gregory, 547-5235 [email protected]
12:30 TAI CHI-ADVANCED Marty Gregory, 547-5235 [email protected]
1:00 INTERMEDIATE CONTRACT RUBBER PARTY BRIDGE in TGR* (Players limited to 24)

1:00 Carole Rogers, 367-6739 [email protected]

ART SUPPORT GROUP (2nd Tuesday of the month) Contact Becky Hayes, 798-6435 or

rhayesnhcgov.com to register

1:30 WILMINGTON PARKINSON’S & LEWY BODY DEMENTIA SUPPORT
(4th Tuesday of the month) Deb Shulse, 612-2917 [email protected]

1:30 MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP (4th Tuesday) Bart Canny, 798-6402

1:45 TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS* (Limited to age 60 and older) Marty Gregory, 547-5235 [email protected]

7:00-10:00 OVER 50’S DANCE (2nd Tuesday of the month) Tim Gugan, 620-8427 [email protected]
www.overfiftiesdanceclub.org ($8.00 per person, plus finger food or drink) Lesson begins at 7:30, with
dance beginning at 7:50, and ending at 10pm

*Denotes classes with NO fee

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WEDNESDAY
8:00-4:30 BILLIARDS* & TABLE TENNIS*

8:00 MEN’S EXERCISE Currently FULL, call for info Fran Tabor, 395-5002 [email protected]
9:00 AEROBICS Annette Crumpton, 617-2011 [email protected]

9:00 DROP IN PARTY BRIDGE* (Pre-Registration) Betsy Bird, 313-0513 [email protected]

9:00 CERAMICS* Judy Olsen, 515-8511 [email protected]
9:30 DISCUSSION GROUP (2nd Wednesday of the month) Chris Brown, 233-0325

10:00 DANCE (Exercise) Sharon Dixon, 386-7110 [email protected]

10:00 WWII REMEMBERED (4th Wednesday of the month in MPR) John Nelson, 399-7020
10:00 CHECKERS* & Spades, Hearts, & Cut Throat card games* (10-11:30am & 12-2:30pm)

11:00 TRAVEL MEETING (1st Wednesday of the month) Kitty Richardson, 791-0554 [email protected]

12:00 OPEN OIL PAINTING* Pete Paterson, 799-8888 [email protected]
12:00 GERI-FIT* This class is FULL (Limited to age 60 and older) Mary Konicki, 793-1625 [email protected]

12:30-4:00 CANASTA* Barbara Perry, 799-8072

1:00 BRIDGE* Emily Mathews, 395-5345 [email protected] (In Dining Room)
2:30 TAP DANCE-PRACTICE SESSION (Sept-May) Sandi Baity, 458-9206 [email protected]

3:30 OPEN BALLROOM DANCE* Chuck Cooper, 392-1161 (Call to confirm) [email protected]

*Denotes classes with NO fee

THURSDAY

8:00-4:30 BILLIARDS* & TABLE TENNIS*
9:00-4:30 PINOCHLE* in TGR (Limited to 24 players) Jeanie Cheek, 254-1351

9:30 CRAFTS, PLARN, and QUILTING* Bring your own materials & supplies. Crafts-Valerie Smith 798-6406
10:00 [email protected], Quilting-Mary 791-5997 or email [email protected]

BALLET Jean Burker, 262-0953 [email protected]

10:00 BINGO (small token knick-knack prizes only) Margaret Bryant, 798-6420

10:00 BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED (BVI) SUPPORT (1st Thursday of month) Confirm meeting

dates/locations with Jennifer DeLong-White, 251-5743 ext. 208 [email protected]

10:00 CHECKERS* & Spades, Hearts, & Cut Throat card games* (10-11:30am & 12-2:30pm)

10:00 DECORATIVE/TOLE PAINTING-ADVANCED Mary Singleton, 791-9513

10:00 LINE DANCE (Beginner), Evelyn 791-6236

10:00 BASIC BEGINNER LINE DANCE (Begins on 10/12) Evelyn Bradley, 791-6236 or [email protected]

11:00 GOTTA DANCE TAPPERS Carol Loeser, 395-2727 [email protected]

12:15 MIDDLE EASTERN DANCE* Claire Malczyn, 410-897-2754 [email protected]

1:00-4:30 CANASTA in TGR* Ramona Barr, 791-3846

1:30 STRENGTH & CONDITION Fran Tabor, 262-2687 [email protected] (18 Max)

4:30 YOGA Giles MacMillan, 777-4392 [email protected]
5:45 GERI-FIT* (Limited to age 60 and older) Shantel Davis, 798-6409 [email protected]
6:00 TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS* (Limited to age 60 and older) Marty Gregory, 547-5235 [email protected]

7:00 76ER’S SQUARE DANCE Gary Durbin, 264-5686 [email protected] or Dan Bennett,

686-6898 [email protected]

*Denotes classes with NO fee

FRIDAY

8:00-4:30 BILLIARDS* & TABLE TENNIS*
8:00 MEN’S EXERCISE Currently FULL, call for info Fran Tabor, 395-5002 [email protected]

9:00-11:00 COMPUTER TRAINING CENTER for SENIORS (CTCfS)

Check out our BLOG for the latest classes: lab2222.blogspot.com or 798-6430

9:00 AEROBICS Robin Manning, 791-1880 [email protected]

10:00 DIABETES EDUCATION AND SUPPORT (1st Friday of the month) Susan Mintz, 798-6508

10:00 Wii GAMES for SENIORS* Shantel R. Davis, 798-6409 [email protected]

10:00 CHECKERS* (10-11:30am & 12-2:30pm)

10:00 LINE DANCE (Beginner level), Sharon Dixon, 386-7110 [email protected]

10:00 HIGH STEPPERS TAP Annette Crumpton, 617-2011 [email protected]

11:30 DANCE (EXERCISE), Sharon Dixon, 386-7110 [email protected]

12:00 GERI-FIT* (Limited to age 60 and older) Mary Konicki, 793-1625 [email protected]

1:00 WILMINGTON PROSTATE CANCER EXECUTIVE BOARD OF DIRECTORS- (2nd Friday

of the month) George Gardner, President-792-9953 [email protected]

*Denotes classes with NO fee

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New Hanover County Senior Resource Center Mission Statement:
To act as the focal point for Aging Services in New Hanover County by providing services which promote wellness,
encourage independence, and enhance quality of life for all older persons.

The following information, assistance and services are provided here at the Senior Resource Center:

On-Site: Information and Assistance:

Health Screenings Fitness and Health Promotion Legal Services Housing Assistance
Insurance Counseling Tax Prep/Counseling Home Health Svcs Medicaid Benefits

Transportation Support Groups Mental Health Hospice Care

(General and Medical) Medicare Parts A,B Social Security Benefits Respite
Congregate Meals Medicare Part D Adult Day Care/Day Health

Home-Delivered Meals Disaster Prep and Planning Long-Term Care Facilities

Senior Games Telephone Reassurance Rehabilitation Services
Energy Assistance Food Distribution Reverse Mortgage Counseling

Report Elder Abuse/Neglect Home Repair/Modification

Publication made possible by the NHC Senior Corps Programs of the Corporation for National and Community
Service, sponsored by the NHC Senior Resource Center.

Contributions for memorials and other monetary donations are accepted and appreciated to expand older
adult services. Please contact the SRC Director, Amber Smith, at 798-6410 for information on gifting and
donations.

A hard copy of our Financial Report is available from Senior Center Director, Amber Smith, upon request.

New Hanover County Senior Resource Center
A Senior Center of Excellence
2222 S College Road
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
(910)798-6400

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SENIOR SERVICE CORPS
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program
Foster Grandparent Volunteer Program
SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES
INDEPENDENT LIFE SERVICES
Home Delivered Meals
Congregate Nutrition Sites
Care and Case Management
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Medical
General