Sept/Oct Tides and Times

1 Sept./Oct. 2019

TIDES AND TIMES

A publication by the New Hanover
County Senior Resource Center

The mission of the Senior Resource Center is to act as the fo-
cal point for Aging Services in New Hanover County by

providing services which promote wellness, encourage inde-
pendence, and enhance quality of life for all older persons.

Senior Resource Center It’s National Senior Center Month. This year’s theme is
2222 S. College Road “The Key to Aging Well”.

Wilmington, NC 28403
910-798-6400

www.src.nhcgov.com
Hours of Operation:
Monday thru Friday

8:00-5:00
Thursday hours 8:00-6:30

Satellite Location Aging well means different things to different people. For some, aging well means
4544 Parmele Road Growing. They want to understand other cultures, meditate, and develop a more spir-
Castle Hayne, NC 28429 itual life or practice gratitude daily through journaling. Others see aging well as hav-
ing time to devote to Learning, whether it is a new language, tap dancing, or taking up
910-798-6412
Hours of Operation: a new activity. Others see their most important work as Connecting to family, old
Monday thru Wednesday friends, and growing new relationships. And some see Giving back at the senior cen-
ter and within the community as the thing that fosters purpose and a more meaning-
9:30-1:30 ful life. But most people want to incorporate a little of all the above while they are on
their journey to reach their full potential. Senior Centers hold the key to enhancing
We will be closed on
Monday, September all of these varied experiences that are fundamental to aging well.
Now days, seniors are breaking records and inspiring people each and every day. Dur-
2nd.
ing the World’s longest and toughest horse race of the year held this past month in
SRC Staff: Mongolia, 70 year old Bob Long won the 650 mile race while riding 13-14 hours a day
Karla Bridgers for 7 days straight. 71 year old Chuck Wakefield has cycled cross country (over 3400
Margaret Bryant miles) to raise awareness for multiple Myeloma and the oldest person to climb Mount
Marlene Carney
Ellen Connor Everest was 80 year old Yuichiro Miura.
Brigid Cotton Age truly is just a number—We all run our own race, at our own pace. Thank you for

Kim Daly allowing us to share in your journey!
Shantel Davis
The Senior Resource Center is a vital service to our community and helps older
Kelly Gill adults age well. Come join us and see what we have to offer.
Valorie Hatten
Rebecca Hayes

Tina Heath
Allie Hernandez

Dee Holmes
Greg Kennedy

Jeffrey Lee
Angela Olson-Boseman

Tom Pacelli
Estelle Rohr
Amber Smith

JP Terry
Pam Wall
Vicki Wells
Andrew Zeldin

Kelly Gill, Editor This newsletter, monthly activity calendar, lunch menu and all the latest
information on the SRC is available on-line at https://src.nhcgov.com

2 Sept./Oct. 2019

MEDICAID AND FNS ASSISTANCE AT THE SRC NOTARY SERVICES AVAILABLE

We are happy to announce that beginning September 9, 2019 Did you know that notary services are
there will be a Department of Social Services caseworker locat- available free of charge?
The following staff members are
ed on site at the Senior Resource Center! The DSS caseworker notaries: Rebecca Hayes, 910-798-6435
will be available to take applications for Adult Medicaid and and Tina Heath, 910-798-6405. Call to
make an appointment with either of them.
the Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) programs. In addition,
they will be offering case management, such as changing ad- MARY SAVED $500 ON HER
dresses, assisting with benefit recertification, and case status MEDICARE COSTS.

updates. The DSS case worker will be located at the Senior Re-
source Center, in the SHIIP office, on the following days and

times: Mondays from 1:30-5:00 or on Wednesdays from 8:00-
5:00.

Please feel free to stop by if you need to utilize our services. No HOW MUCH CAN YOU SAVE?
appointment is necessary! We look forward to this amazing

partnership!

GRADS GROUP NEEDS DONATIONS

The Gifted Retired Active Dedicated Seniors Group (GRADS)
are busy creating handmade items for cancer patients, foster
children and newborns at the hospital, nursing home resi-
dents, and the homeless, just to name a few. They are in need
of the following items for their ongoing projects.
Can you help?

**Fleece material in child/teen prints Did you know that Medicare Part D Drug Plans and Part C
**Cotton or cotton/polyester material in child/teen Advantage Plans change every year? Your medication costs
can increase significantly if your plan changes their drug list
prints and pricing as of Jan 1. Most people on Medicare can only
**All colors of yarn make changes to their plans during Medicare’s Open Enroll-
All donations can be dropped off at the Senior Resource Center
during regular operating hours. ment Period: Tuesday, October 15 to Saturday, Dec 7.

Keep an eye out for a special announcement on Make an appointment for a personal Annual Medicare Review
the annual GRADS Craft Bazaar coming soon in with a certified counselor from the NC Department of Insur-
the month of November. It’s a wonderful oppor- ance. Appointments are available in New Hanover County by
tunity to purchase beautiful handmade items at calling the Senior Resource Center’s SHIIP appointment line
great prices! at 910-798-6442. All calls will be returned in the order they

are received.

Welcome to Medicare! The transportation department’s first day trip outing took place
on Wednesday, August 28th and it was a great success.
Are you turning 65, and eligible for Medicare? Do you feel overwhelmed

by all the information “bombarding” you? The Seniors’ Health Insurance Infor-

mation Program (SHIIP) and the New Hanover Senior Resource Center offer The small group in attendance enjoyed the informative presenta-
monthly Lunch & Learn clinics on Medicare - and all its parts. Whether you are tion at the Murrayville Fire Station and were impressed with the
retiring soon, already retired or continuing to work, you’ll get valuable information tour they received. Transportation hopes this will be the first of
including how and when to enroll, potential many more trips to come.

penalties for late enrollment, as well as Medicare’s costs, benefits and options.

Counselor’s and trained staff will be there to answer your questions and/or book

an appointment for a more in depth session for your needs!

Fee: FREE
New Hanover County Pine Valley Library- Osprey Room

September 24, 2019 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
October 22, 2019 11:00 AM-1:00 PM
November 19, 2019 11:00 AM-1:00 PM

Call our SHIIP appointment line at 910-798-6442 to register.

3 Sept./Oct. 2019

RSVP NEEDS YOU! RSVP VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
Are you looking for a substantive, fun, and meaningful We currently have over 500 active RSVP volunteers, who give
opportunity? Our volunteer opportunities allow you to use their time and talents weekly. This edition’s spotlight is on
your leadership skills and socialize with like-minded peers John Lutz:
while making a huge difference in the community. Let us
help you find your ideal volunteer match! Volunteer Counselors
with the North Carolina
Senior’s Health Insurance
Information Program
To become a volunteer, please contact Allie Hernandez, (SHIIP) help seniors and
RSVP Program Coordinator, at 910-798—6406. The volun- people with disabilities in
teer possibilities are endless – we have 37 partnering loca- our community who need
tions throughout New Hanover County, and guarantee that accurate information
one will meet your needs! about Medicare and other

**Be on the lookout for a brand new volunteer program insurance issues. One of
coming soon! ** our dedicated counselors
was recently recognized
by the NC Department of
Insurance as the
DEMENTIA FRIENDLY SOUTHEAST NC Statewide Volunteer of
the year for his service to
You become a Dementia Friend by attending a one-hour in- New Hanover and Pender
formational session to learn about this worldwide movement, Counties. RSVP volun-
about living with dementia, and the simple things you can do teer, John Lutz, joined the
to support someone living with the disease.

Dementia Friendly Southeast North Carolina is a regional NC SHIIP program in
movement that is changing the way people think, act, and 2013, but... was a part a
talk about dementia. Originally, Dementia Friends was devel- Medicare counseling pro-
oped by the Alzheimer’s Society in the United Kingdom, but gram in Florida for 10
now the Dementia Friends initiative is underway in North years prior. John serves in
Carolina and across the United States. By helping everyone in many other areas in our
a community understand what dementia is and how it affects community as well; trans-
families, each of us can make a difference for people touched ports cancer patients to
by dementia. chemotherapy appoint-

Join a growing movement of people like you who are helping ments, has served as the Senior Tar Heel Legislator alternate, and
fellow community members, and their loved ones, living with has served on the Region O Aging Advisory Council for many
dementia. A little support can make a big difference in their years. He was recently recognized at the SHIIP counselors’ quar-
lives. For more information about upcoming information ses- terly meeting for New Hanover County and was presented an
sions, or of you would like to request an information session, award by Allie Hernandez, NHC SHIIP Coordinator and Barbara
please contact Andrew Zeldin at 910-798-6445 or Pope, SHIIP Regional Manager. We sincerely appreciate John
[email protected]. and all of the wonderful SHIIP counselors here in New Hanover
County for their tireless commitment to the program. Due to their
dedication, we saved NHC residents over $650,000 last year
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Computer Class – September 2019
If you have a Windows computer at home and want to increase
your knowledge and skills, sign up for our classes that are Congrats John! We appreciate you!

geared for the senior community; we use Windows 10 on our
classroom computers. The Senior Center's Computer Training
Center has sch eduled this class to star t on Monday,
September 9, 2019. Lunch at the Friendship Café

Computer Skills for Seniors Mon/Wed The Senior Resource Center’s Friendship Café and satellite
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM (Sep 9, 11, 16, 18) location at Castle Hayne Baptist Church serves lunch Mon - Fri

at 11:30 AM (Castle Hayne M-W only). The Senior Lunch pro-
gram is operated by the Senior Resource Center and meal on
This class runs 4 days (Mon & Wed) for a total of 10 hours. prepared fresh on site by a local caterer. People age 60+ are
Note we do not hold classes when less than 6 students are en- eligible to eat the daily lunches funded by the federal govern-

rolled so please tell others you know about these classes. ment’s Older Americans Act and sponsored by New Hanover
You may enroll in this class on any Friday morning County. Although there isn’t a charge for the meals, consumer
contributions and donations are an important part of the pro-
between 9 AM - 11 AM in the Computer Training Cen- gram. For people under age 60, a meal costs $5. Our caterer
is Ryan Gibbs with Gibbs Management Services. All the meals
ter when the Senior Center is open. meet 1/3 of the daily recommended dietary allowance. There
Check our BLOG for latest info: h t t p s : / / are a limited number of meals, which are served on a “First

l a b 2 2 2 2 . b l o g s p o t . c o m (910-798-6430) Come, First Served” basis once you are registered.
This class costs $30.00 payable when signing up, cash or check We encourage you to make your meal reservation by calling

910-798-6420.

(payable to V.O.C.A.L)

4 Sept./Oct. 2019

NEW STAFF ADDITIONS Advocacy Alert!
Advocate for the Reauthorization of the Older
As many of you have noticed, we have some new staff here at
the SRC. We have a new Foster Grandparent Program Coordi- Americans Act!
nator, and a brand new Home Delivered Meals Program Coor-
dinator! These staff members have embraced their new roles
and are naturals in their positions. Please take a moment to
read a little about them and when you see them, stop and say
hello.

Vicki Wells—
FGP Program
Coordinator
Vicki has lived in New
Hanover County for 12
years, and has been
employed with New
Hanover county since The Federal Older Americans Act (OAA) funds critical services
2008. She enjoys read- for older adults and their caregivers in our community, includ-
ing, music, and spend- ing SENIOR CENTERS! The current law is set to expire at the
ing time with her fami- end of September, which means that Congress will need to
ly, and is very excited reauthorize the Older Americans Act to ensure that these criti-
about joining the SRC cal programs supporting older adults and caregivers continue in
team. She has already your community and around the country!
shown her commitment It is vital that federal lawmakers understand how impactful
to the Foster Grandpar- OAA is to their constituents and the role it has on their quality
ent program and is of life. That’s why we need YOU to help make the voice for OAA
hard at work visiting stronger! Did you know that the OAA helps fund programs like
the 15 FGP volunteer locations in our community. Home Delivered Meals, Congregate Meals, Transportation,
Senior Center services, caregiver respite, information & assis-
tance, and more.
The SRC is encouraging all older adults and caregiver advocate
Kim Daly— for yourself and community by writing, calling or emailing your
HDM Program US representative to achieve a timely bipartisan reauthorization
Coordinator of the Older Americans Act. Let your voice be heard.
To learn more about the Older Americans Act, see page 5.
Kim is an identical
twin, a wife, and a
mother of three chil-
dren; Brennan is 10 You can have your voice heard by contacting your representa-
years old, Marie is 8 tives.

years old, and Ashlyn Senator Richard Burr
is 6 years old. They https://www.burr.senate.gov/contact/email
moved to Willington a [email protected]
year ago from Canton, 201 N. Front St., Suite 809
Massachusetts. We Wilmington, NC 28401
have been blessed to 202‐224‐3154 or
have Kim as an HDM 910-251-1058
volunteer since April,
working amongst the Senator Tom Tillis
volunteers drivers for https://www.tillis.senate.gov/email-me
the HDM program. As 9300 Harrison Corners Pkwy, Suite 170
Kim says, “It feeds the Charlotte, NC 28269
soul to be part of the 704-509-9087
impact of our public service.”
Congressman David Rouzer (7th District)
https://rouzer.house.gov/contact
Please join us in welcoming these two Volunteer Coor- 230 Government Center Dr.
dinators to our family! We are lucky to have them. Suite 113

Wilmington, NC 28403
202-224-3121 or
Wear your costume and join us for 910-395-0202

food, games, and fun on Thursday, ————————————————————————————
October 31st at 10:00 am.
Attention!

**Prize awarded for the most There will be NO Geri Fit Class on
creative costume!** Thursday, October 31st at 5:45. Sorry for

the inconvenience!

5 Sept./Oct. 2019

Join us for these blockbuster new releases— OLDER AMERICANS ACT
two fabulous movies at one low price—FREE!
For more than 50 years, the Older Americans Act (OAA) has connected
SEPTEMBER 10th—ROCKETMAN older adults and their caregivers to services that help older adults age with
health, dignity and independence in their homes and communities—where
rated R, 2 Hours they want to be! In 2019, Congress must again reauthorize this vital fed-
eral program that serves every community in the country. With the rapid
growth of America’s aging population, it’s essential that Congress make wise
investments in critical OAA programs and services!

ROCKETMAN is an epic musical fantasy Why Is the OAA Important? The OAA...
about the incredible human story of Elton
John's breakthrough years. The film follows The OAA provides the person-centered services and supports that can help
the fantastical journey of transformation from older adults be better able to age where they want—in their homes and com-
shy piano prodigy Reginald Dwight into inter- munities— thus avoiding more expensive medical or institutional care. Exam-
ples include meals, in-home help, transportation, home modification, legal
national superstar Elton John. services and many other supportive services that keep older adults healthy
and independent.
OCTOBER 8th— YESTERDAY
Enables aging at home and in the community where people want
to be.

Family caregivers are the backbone of the nation’s long-term services and
supports system. The OAA provides vital supports to caregivers to bolster
their ability to continue caring for their loved ones.

rated PG13, 1 hour, 56 minutes Supports caregivers.

YESTERDAY, everyone knew the Beatles. OAA services are delivered through a nationwide network of community-
based agencies and service providers that know and can best meet the
Today, only Jack remembers their songs. He’s needs of older adults in their communities.
about to become a very big deal in this great
musical comedy. Strengthens communities.
Protects vulnerable older adults.
**Both films will be shown at 12:30 pm.**
Through programs like the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, the OAA
helps to identify and prevent the abuse and neglect of older Americans.

Immunization Clinic Prepares us for the future.

The country is aging at an historic rate. Every day 10,000 people turn 65,
and the vast majority of people want to age in place. If society is going to be
prepared for an aging nation, we need to invest in the cost-effective pro-
grams, such as those provided by the OAA, that allow people to stay healthy
and independent while living in the community!

Visit n4a.org/OAA to learn more about the
Older Americans Act

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NHC Public Health will hold an immunization clinic at the

SRC on Wednesday, October 2, 2019 from 9:30AM-12:00PM. DO YOU HAVE OLD MEDICATIONS AT HOME THAT
Immunizations available at the clinic will include; Influenza
(flu), Hepatitis B, Pneumovax23® or Prevnar13® YOU NO LONGER USE?

(pneumonia), Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis) and Make plans to bring all your expired and unused medications to

Td (tetanus, diphtheria),

Medicare covers influenza vaccines for ages 65 years and our upcoming Medication Take Back event held at the Senior
older. Medicare also covers pneumonia vaccines for ages 65 Resource Center on Saturday, October 26th from 10-2 pm.

years and older. Pneumovax23® or Prevnar13® can be Drive up collection service available—no need to get out of
given based on vaccine history. Public Health can file the
insurance for vaccines. Please bring your ID and copy of in- your car!
surance.

**Public Health will bill the difference for immunizations All medications, including syringes and other sharps will
not covered 100% by insurance. be accepted.

6 Sept./Oct. 2019

DISASTER PREPARATION FOSTER GRANDPARENT
It’s officially hurricane season. Are you be prepared? Disasters PROGRAM NEEDS YOUR
can happen anytime, anywhere, and when disaster strikes, you HELP

may not have much time to respond. Depending on the disaster
– a hurricane, winter storm, or hazardous material spill – you
could be confined to your home without water and electricity Foster Grandparents work with our
for days, or you may be asked to evacuate the area. youth here in New Hanover County each
week, mentoring and tutoring them.
Does this sound like something you’d
Before, during, and after a disaster, local officials and relief enjoy?
volunteers will be working hard to keep people safe. However,
they may not be able to reach everyone quickly, so it is im-
portant to plan ahead before disaster strikes. Below are some *A minimum of 15 hours of volunteering per week is required.

steps you can take to make sure you are prepared for an emer- *Stipend and mileage reimbursement is available to those who
gency: qualify.

 Create an Emergency Plan, including plans for evacuation *Training is provided, no prior experience necessary.
or sheltering in place. Do you have a special need that re-
quires assistance getting out of your home, should a disas-
ter arrive? If so, our Special Needs Registry can help. Call For more information on this amazing program that makes
the Senior Resource Center for more information on the such a difference in the lives of children, please contact Vicki
Special Needs Registry at 798-6400. Wells at 910-798-6408.

 Build an Emergency supply kit with enough supplies for 3-
7 days for each member of your household.

 Stay informed before, during, and after an emergency
event.

 Register for emergency alerts by phone, text, or email.

 Sign up for New Hanover County emergency news updates
and subscribe to National Weather service updates.

In the event of an emergency, check EmergencyNHC.com
frequently for the latest news and updated information.

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DONATIONS ARE APPRECIATED
WELCOME RYAN AND WELCOMED

Ryan Gibbs is our new cater-
er as of July 1, 2019. Ryan
has a plethora of experience Asking for help or donations can be
and brings a new energy to difficult, especially when we are in
our Foodservice Program. the business of serving instead of
accepting. The SRC is thankful for
His first client was actually the support of New Hanover Coun-
New Hanover County Senior
Center 10 years ago. ty and grant funders, but as the
population and needs increase so
He has serviced other coun- does the funding need. We are
ties such as Brunswick,
Onslow, Sampson, and grateful to serve our older adult
Onslow County. Ryan on his community by providing vital services and we are proud of what we
off time enjoys time with his have been able to accomplish with our current funds, but we know
wife and two year old daugh- more can be done if the resources were available. Over the past 2
ter. years the following programs have had an increase in service deliv-
ery; Congregate Nutrition 27%, Home Delivered Meals 14%, Senior
Ryan really wants to focus on Center Recreation 24%, and Transportation 30%. We occasionally
providing quality food day in get asked how someone can help (we LOVE help). You may be ask-
and day out. He welcomes input and suggestions whenever ing how you can help? People are helping by volunteering and we
possible. He plans on working closer with the clients while don’t know what we would do without our amazing volunteers, but
planning cooking classes along side Ellen Connor. He is looking we are also in need of financial donations. Donations can be used to
in to the possibility of providing menu offerings such as salads support a variety of services and projects such as Home Delivered
and cold sandwiches for sale at the New Friendship Cafe. Meals, Transportation, Emergency Assistance, Building Renovations
and Repairs, Wellness Programs, and more. Donations can help us
serve more people that makes our community healthier and stronger.
Please feel free to introduce yourself to Ryan when you get a Donations can be made out to the NHC Senior Resource Center and
chance. Please remember he really wants to hear from you so mailed to 2222 S. College Rd. Wilmington, NC 28403. Thank you
any chance you get don’t hesitate to spark up a conversation. for your support in giving back to our community.

7 Sept./Oct. 2019

ELLEN’S NUTRITION CORNER October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

September is Food Safety Month. It was initially designated in Research suggests the risk of breast cancer

1994 to bring awareness of the importance of following food can be reduced by following a Mediterrane-
safety and sanitation guidelines. Following these guidelines
have become more important in the recent decades with the an eating pattern which focuses on lots of

influx of food from locations outside the United States where vegetables and fruits, whole grains, leg-
the food growing and processing guidelines may not be as strict
as here. Additionally, there are new strains of viruses and toxins umes, nuts, olive oil, and fish. Additionally,
that are more difficult to treat. maintaining a healthy weight, not smoking,

maintaining an exercise regime, and limit-
ing or completely avoiding alcohol con-

Older adults are at a higher risk for complications from food- sumption may reduce your risk.

borne illnesses. For some it lasts much longer than the brief
bout of vomiting and diarrhea. The CDC estimates that food-
borne diseases affect 48 million people with 128,000 hospitali-
zations and 3,000 deaths in the US each year.
Norovirus causes the most illnesses as it is a highly contagious
virus. Norovirus is commonly linked with consumption of ready
-to-eat food and shellfish from contaminated water. The follow-
ing precautions should be taken to avoid exposure:

*Hand washing is the number one prevention measure You really don’t need to refrigerate eggs, many
*Knowing the sanitation guidelines for the eating establish- countries across the world do not.

ments you frequent (Infected workers are the usual
source of outbreaks)
*Purchasing shellfish from a reputable source
The United States Department of Agriculture recommends the
following tips to be food safe:

*Thoroughly wash hands with soap and water – takes at False. Refrigerating eggs is now required. Sal-
least 20 seconds – especially when out, use paper tow-
eling to turn off faucets monella may be present, although very rare, in
*Clean counters and sinks with hot soapy water followed by eggs. If the contaminated egg was not refriger-
ated, salmonella would be able to multiply to
a solution of unscented chlorine bleach water (solution
of 1 teaspoon bleach to 5 1/3 cups water)
*Clean refrigerator once a week. Cooked leftovers should be
discarded after 4 days; raw poultry and ground meats very high levels.

should be discarded after 1-2 days. Do not rely on the
food looking, smelling, or even tasting bad as an indica-
tor of its safety. It can appear just fine but be laden with Autumn Pasta Salad
microbes and toxins From Food and Health Communications
*Keep kitchen appliances clean, especially buttons and han- Serves 4 | Serving Size: 1 cup
dles where cross contamination can occur
*Rinse produce – even if it says it has been triple washed.
Wash melons and other fruits and vegetables before Total Time: 30 min | Prep: 15 min | Cook: 15 min
cutting to prevent microbes from transferring from the Judy Doherty

outside of the food to the inside
*When grocery shopping, bag and separate raw seafood,
meat, and poultry from other items. Store them below
ready-to-eat foods in the refrigerator to prevent cross- 2 cups cooked macaroni noodles
contamination 1 cup cooked sweet potato cubes
*Separate food when preparing. Always use clean cutting 1 apple with skin, chopped
boards and designate a specific one for raw seafood, 1/2 cup sliced celery
meat, and poultry. Never place cooked food back on the 1/4 cup diced red onion
same plate or cutting board that previously held raw 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
food 1 teaspoon olive oil
*Use a food thermometer when cooking to ensure food is 2 tablespoon flavored vinegar
safely cooked. If not eating right away, cooked food Black pepper to taste
should be refrigerated soon after preparation
*Keep foods at safe temperatures, cold food at 40° or be- Directions:
low, hot foods at 140° or above. Foods are no longer Toss all ingredients together in a medium mixing bowl.
safe to eat when they have been in the danger zone (40° Serve warm.
-140°) for more than 2 hours

Chef's Tips:
Any small pasta will work well in this dish.

8 Sept./Oct. 2019

September Calendar of Events
NHC Senior Resource Center CHBC Satellite Site

4544 Parmele Road, Castle Hayne

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY
4
2 3 No Tai Chi at CHBC 9:30-10:30 Hawaiian Luau
9:00 Tai Chi available at SRC 9:30-12:30 Social Worker
Closed for 2222 S. College Road 10:30-11:15 Geri-Fit
Labor Day 9:30-10:15 Games 11:30-12:00 Hawaiian Lunch
Walking Club
10:30-11:00 Line Dancing * 11
11:30-12:00 Lunch 9:30-10:30
Walking Club 9:30-12:30 Social Worker
10:30-11:15 Geri-Fit
9 10 No Tai Chi at CHBC 11:30-12:00 Lunch
9:30-11:30 SHIIP Counseling – 9:00 Tai Chi available at SRC Walking Club
By Appointment Only 2222 S. College Road
9:45-10:15 Dance Fitness UNCW Nursing Students – 18
10:30-11:15 Bingo Blood Pressure Checks 9:30-10:30 Cooking Demon-
11:30-12:00 Lunch 9:30-10:15 Games stration
Walking Club 10:30-11:00 Line Dancing * 9:30-12:30 Social Worker
11:30-12:00 Lunch 10:00-10:30
Walking Club 10:30-11:15 Geri-Fit
11:30-12:00 Lunch
16 17 No Tai Chi at CHBC Walking Club
9:30-11:30 SHIIP Counseling – 9:00 Tai Chi available at SRC 25
By Appointment Only 2222 S. College Road 9:30-12:30 Social Worker
9:30-10:15 Geri Fit 9:30-10:15 Games 10:00 Medicare 101 and Pre-
10:30-11:15 Bingo 10:30-11:00 Line Dancing * scription Assistance
11:30-12:00 Lunch 10:30-11:15 Geri-Fit
Walking Club 11:30-12:00 Lunch 11:30-12:00 Lunch
Walking Club Walking Club

23 24 No Tai Chi at CHBC
9:30-11:30 SHIIP Counseling – 9:00 Tai Chi available at SRC
By Appointment Only 2222 S. College Road
9:45-10:15 Dance Fitness 9:30-10:15 Games
10:00-11:00 ALOHA Library 10:30-11:00 Line Dancing *
10:30-11:15 Bingo 11:30-12:00 Lunch
11:30-12 Lunch Walking Club
Walking Club

Angelo returns in October

* $4 per class

Please Note: Satellite Site events are subject to change. For more up to
date information, please call 910-798-6412.

9 Sept./Oct. 2019

October Calendar of Events
NHC Senior Resource Center CHBC Satellite Site

4544 Parmele Road, Castle Hayne

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY
1 2
WELCOME 9:30-10:15 Tai Chi 9:30-10:30 Games
10:30-11:00 Line Dancing * 9:30-12:30 Social Worker
11:30-12:00 Lunch 10:30-11:15 Geri-Fit
Walking Club 11:30-12:00 Lunch/Walking

78 9
9:30-11:30 SHIIP Counseling – 9:30-10:15 Tai Chi 9:30-10:30 Games
By Appointment Only 10:30-11:00 Line Dancing * 9:30-12:30 Social Worker
9:30-10:15 Geri Fit 11:30-12:00 Lunch 10:30-11:15 Geri-Fit
10:30-11:15 Bingo 11:30-12:00 Lunch
11:30-12:00 Lunch Walking Club
Walking Club Walking Club
16
14 15 9:30-10:30 Nutrition Discus-
9:30-11:30 SHIIP Counseling – 9:30-10:15 Tai Chi sion
By Appointment Only 10:30-11:00 Line Dancing * 9:30-12:30 Social Worker
9:45-10:15 Dance Fitness 11:30-12:00 Lunch 10:30-11:15 Geri-Fit
10:30-11:15 Bingo 11:30-12:00 Lunch
11:30-12:00 Lunch Walking Club Walking Club
Walking Club

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9:30-11:30 SHIIP Counseling – 9:30-10:15 Tai Chi 9:30-10:30 Games
By Appointment Only UNCW Nursing Students 10:30-11:15 Geri-Fit
9:30-10:15 Geri Fit Blood Pressure Checks 11:30-12:00 Lunch
10:30-11:15 Bingo 10:30-11:00 Line Dancing * Walking Club
11:30-12:00 Lunch 11:30-12:00 Lunch 30
Walking Club Walking Club 9:30-10:30 Games
28 29 10:30-11:15 Geri-Fit
9:30-11:30 SHIIP Counseling – 9:30-10:15 Tai Chi 11:30-12:00 Lunch
By Appointment Only 10:30-11:00 Line Dancing * Walking Club
9:45-10:15 Dance Fitness 11:30-12:00 Lunch
10:00-11:00 ALOHA Library
10:30-11:15 Bingo Walking Club
11:30-12 Lunch/Walking Club
* $4 per class

Please Note: Satellite Site events are subject to change. For more up to
date information, please call 910-798-6412.

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SENIOR RESOURCE CENTER CLASSES AND ACTIVITIES

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 supplies needed.
An asterisk (*) denotes classes with no fee.

MONDAY BILLIARDS* & TABLE TENNIS*
CHECKERS & other card games*
8:00 - 4:30 SCRABBLE* Retha Crawford, 431-1832 or Evelyn Smith, 799-6081
8:00 – 11:30 MEN’S EXERCISE (only 4 spots open, call today) Fran Tabor, 262-2687 [email protected]
8:00 - 11:30 GERI-FIT Age 60 and older Mary Konicki, 793-1625 [email protected]
8:00 BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS (4th Monday of the month) Interim Health Care
8:30 CERAMICS* M ar gar et Ch ilde r s, 910-617-2086, Judy Olsen, 515-8511 [email protected]
9:00 YOGA Giles MacMillan, 777-4392 [email protected]
9:00 GRADS (RSVP Community Service Project) Allie Hernandez, 798-6406
9:15 BLUE RIBBON WRITERS* (4th Monday), Bob Foley, [email protected]
9:30 LINE DANCE (Intermediate Level) Sharon Dixon, 386-7110 [email protected]
9:30 GOLDEN TAPPERS Judy Kelley, 547-6345 [email protected]
10:00 COOKING DEMONSTRATION* Ellen Connor, 798-6412 (4th Monday)
10:30 NUTRITION DISCUSSION* Ellen Connor, 798-6412
10:30 TAP FOR BEGINNERS Judy Kelley, 547-6345 [email protected]
11:00 PAINTING STUDIO Fee of $20/month. (910) 799-6467, [email protected]
12:00 DUPLICATE BRIDGE IN TGR* (Limited to 24 players) Paul Olhoeft 686-5554 [email protected]
1:00 CHECKERS & other card games*
1:00 - 4:30 DSS SERVICES (MEDICAID & FNS ASSISTANCE)
1:00 – 4:30 STRENGTH & CONDITION & Aerobics Robin Manning, 512-8270 [email protected]
1:30-5:00 FAMILY CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP (3rd Monday)
1:30
1:30

TUESDAY BILLIARDS* & TABLE TENNIS*

8:00-4:30 GERI-FIT Age 60 and older Gayla MacMillan, 910-340-2672, [email protected]
8:00
8:00 - 11:30 PINOCHLE* & CANASTA* Jeanie Cheek, 254-1351, [email protected]
8:00 – 11:30 CHECKERS & other card games*
9:00 TAI CHI for ARTHRITIS - BEGINNER Age 60 and older Gayla MacMillan, 910-340-2672, [email protected]
10:00 BINGO (small knick-knack prizes only) Margaret Bryant, 798-6420 In the Friendship Café
10:00 TAI CHI for ARTHRITIS - ADVANCED Age 60 and older Gayla MacMillan, 910-340-2672, [email protected]
10:00 CAPE FEAR RUG HOOKERS Judy Quintman, 619-4531 [email protected]
10:30 WISE WOMEN Support Group (3rd Tue.) $5/month. Ann Foltrauer, 910-619-4444 [email protected]
1:00-4:30 INTERMEDIATE CONTRACT RUBBER PARTY BRIDGE in TGR* (Players limited to 24)
Carole Rogers, 367-6739 [email protected]
1:00 – 4:30 CHECKERS & other card games*
1:00 ART SUPPORT GROUP (2nd Tue.) Becky Hayes, 798-6435 or rhayesnhcgov.com to register
1:30 WILMINGTON PARKINSON’S & LEWY BODY DEMENTIA SUPPORT
(4th Tuesday of the month, Sept. through May) Jill Davenport, 512-5976, [email protected]
1:30 STRESS REDUCTION GROUP (4th Tuesday)
1:30 GENTLE YOGA FOR BONE & BACK HEALTH Annette Crumpton, 617-2011
2:45 GENTLE YOGA FOR BONE & BACK HEALTH Annette Crumpton, 617-2011
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

All participants must be members of the Senior Resource Center to participate in any classes. This includes free OR fee based clas-
ses. Contact us at 798-6400 to learn how YOU can be a member before attending a class (SRC Membership is FREE).

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WEDNESDAY
8:00-4:30 BILLIARDS* & TABLE TENNIS*
8:00-5:00 DSS SERVICES (MEDICAID & FNS ASSISTANCE)
8:00 MEN’S EXERCISE (only 4 spots open, call today) Fran Tabor, 262-2687 [email protected]
8:00 - 11:30 BRIDGE* Joyce Mostard - [email protected] – 910-399-8306
8:00 – 11:30 CHECKERS & other card games*
9:00 AEROBICS Annette Crumpton, 617-2011 [email protected]
9:00 CERAMICS* Ju dy Olsen , 515-8511 [email protected]
9:30 DISCUSSION GROUP (2nd W ed.) B o b Fo ley, [email protected]
10:00 EXERCISE/LINE DANCE Sh ar on Dixon, 386 -7110 [email protected]
10:00 REMEMBERING OUR HEROES (4th Wed.) John Weisz, [email protected], 443-685–4587
11:00 TAI CHI* Angelo Galeo tti, 914 -522-6070, [email protected]
11:00 TRAVEL MEETING (1st W ed.) K itty Rich ar dso n , 791-0554 [email protected]
12:00 OPEN OIL PAINTING* Pete P ater son , 799 -8888, [email protected]
12:00 GERI-FIT Age 60 and older Mary Konicki, 793-1625 [email protected]
12:15 TAI CHI for ARTHRITIS-BEGINNER Age 60 and older Gayla MacMillan, 910-340-2672, [email protected]
1:00 - 4:30 CANASTA* B ar bar a Per r y, 799 -8072, [email protected]
1:00 - 4:30 CHECKERS & other card games*
1:15 TAI CHI for ARTHRITIS-INTERMEDIATE 60 and older Gayla MacMillan, 910-340-2672, [email protected]
2:30 TAP DANCE-PRACTICE SESSION (S ept-May) Sandi Baity, 458-9206 [email protected]
3:30 OPEN BALLROOM DANCE* Ch uck Coop er , 392-1161 (Call to confirm) [email protected]

THURSDAY
8:00-4:30 BILLIARDS* & TABLE TENNIS*
8:00-11:30, 1-4:30 PINOCHLE* in TGR (Limited to 24 players) Jeanie Cheek, 254-1351, [email protected]
8:00 – 11:30 CHECKERS & other card games*
8:30 CRAFTS, JEWELRY, & PLASTIC RECYCLING PROJECTS Aileen Rainer, 392-5611, Marie Nieves, 910-795-
7381 (jewelry), Shari Lash 440-463-7554 (Plastic)
10:00 BINGO (small token knick-knack prizes only) Margaret Bryant, 798-6420
10:00 DECORATIVE/TOLE PAINTING-ADVANCED Mary Singleton, 791-9513
BASIC BEGINNER LINE DANCE (NO CLASS 1st Thursday of each month) Evelyn Bradley, 791-6236 or
10:00 [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, [email protected]
1:00 – 4:30 CHECKERS & other card games*
1:30 STRENGTH & CONDITION Fran Tabor, 262-2687 [email protected] (18 Max)
4:30 YOGA Giles MacMillan, 777-4392 [email protected]
5:30 MEET AND MINGLE SENIORS GROUP (2ND Thurs.) Valorie Hatten, 798-6485
5:30 NUTRITION COUNSELING (by appointment only) Ellen Con nor , 798 -6412
5:45 GERI-FIT Age 60 and older Shantel Davis, 798-6409 [email protected]
7:00 76ER’S SQUARE DANCE President Steve Arthur, gu sar t_6@ver izon.net, 434 -944-1826 - - Vice President Ken
Allen, faxfix41@gm ail.com

FRIDAY BILLIARDS* & TABLE TENNIS*
SCRABBLE* Retha Crawford, 431-1832 or Evelyn Smith, 799-6081
8:00-4:30 CHECKERS and other card games*
8:00 – 11:30 MEN’S EXERCISE (only 4 spots open, call today) Fran Tabor, 262-2687 [email protected]
8:00 – 11:30 COMPUTER TRAINING CENTER for SENIORS (CTCfS) Check out our BLOG for the latest classes:
8:00 lab2222.blogspot.com or 798-6430
9:00-11:00 AEROBICS Robin Manning, 512-8270 [email protected]
DIABETES EDUCATION AND SUPPORT* Ellen Connor, 798-6412 (1st Friday)
9:00 Wii VIDEO GAMES* Shantel R. Davis, 798-6409 [email protected]
10:00 HIGH STEPPERS TAP Annette Crumpton, 617-2011 [email protected]
10:00 EXERCISE/LINE DANCE, Sharon Dixon, 386-7110 [email protected]
10:00 GERI-FIT Age 60 and older Mary Konicki, 793-1625 [email protected]
11:30 WILMINGTON PROSTATE CANCER (EXECUTIVE B.O.D.) (2nd Friday) [email protected]
12:00 CHECKERS and other card games*
1:00
1:00-4:30

All participants must be members of the Senior Resource Center to participate in any classes. This includes free OR fee based clas-
ses. Contact us at 798-6400 to learn how YOU can be a member before attending a class (SRC Membership is FREE).

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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 Home Repair/Modification
Prescription Assistance Report Elder Abuse/Neglect
Medicaid & FNS Assistance

This publication is 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 are accepted and appreciated to expand older adult services. Please
contact the SRC Director, Amber Smith, at 798-6410 for information on gifting.
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 Site
Care and Case Management
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Medical
General