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September / October 2014 Vol. XXIX . . . No. 5 2014 Senior Games sponsored by CVS/pharmacy
September / October 2014 Vol. XXIX . . . No. 5
2014 Senior Games sponsored by CVS/pharmacy
Mayors’ Message
Dear Senior Friends,
It was wonderful spending time with many of you at the sold
out Annual Mayor’s Picnic. I wish to thank the Center staff
for creating such a fun, lively atmosphere and the menu
(especially the clam cakes) captured the tastes of the season.
What a fabulous tradition and celebration of summer!
Being an efficient steward of public resources has been a hall-
mark of my administration and one of the keys to reviving our
City’s neighborhoods. As the seasons change, there are im-
provements in infrastructure planned throughout the City of
Cranston. We have rolled out our new trash collection and
recycling program. We are renovating Fire Station 3 in Ar-
lington. Finally, we continue to support new businesses
choosing to set up shop in Rhode Island’s third largest
City. These are investments that are writing a new chapter in
Cranston’s history.
Here at the Cranston Senior Enrichment Center we have allo-
cated funds for two new Transvan buses and have set aside
resources dedicated to upgrading the floor and appliances in
our renowned kitchen. We are also making improvements to
the HVAC system and will continue to support new and ongo-
ing programs and services dedicated to promoting healthy liv-
ing for our seniors.
I look forward to joining you and senior athletes from
throughout New England in the Opening Ceremony festivities
on September 27th, as we celebrate the 19th edition of our
Senior Games. Every September, our community gathers to
embrace the dedicated efforts of these sports enthusiasts. I am
especially proud of the generous spirit of our City employees
who volunteer their time to make sure the Games experience
is fun and professional. I am also grateful to CVS/pharmacy
for their generous support of this endeavor over the years.
We have an ambitious agenda this fall and I am proud to be
leading these important initiatives-- made possible through the
help of our dedicated city employees, community partners and
our citizens.
Sincerely,
Allan Fung Mayor
Dear Friends,
It has definitely been an exciting and eventful year! I look
forward to participating in my first Senior Games in Sep-
tember and cheering on all Games participants at our fun
and varied venues. I am especially grateful to CVS/
pharmacy for their continued generous support of the 19th
Annual Senior Games. I am proud to carry on the tradition
and legacy of this time-honored event and hope to see you
at Opening Ceremonies on September 27th.
We are proud to announce that our Center kitchen will be
undergoing major reconstruction beginning October 1,
thanks to support by Mayor Fung, the City Council and the
Center Advisory Board. This is the third renovation project
for our property, following the installation of our new state
-of –the-art Theater and handsome upgrades to our Game
Room-- resulting in an even more engaging experience
when you visit us. We have been working hard on the
plans to refurbish our kitchen and are excited to see it
begin to come to fruition. Unfortunately, this also means
the Snack Bar will be out of commission for the month of
October and a weekly member meal reservation system
will be necessary for us to provide the proper number of
lunch entrees during this transformation. We apologize for
any inconvenience this may cause you, but please know
that our Nutrition Division is embracing this long awaited
upgrade to help provide an even better dining experience.
We have a tentative re-opening date in the last week of
October, but as the case of any renovation, this will be
pending the successful completion of the project.
As always, your patience and enthusiasm is appreciated.
We look forward to sharing these new features with you,
as well as many more to come, including renovated bath-
rooms on the second floor, thanks to a kind award to the
Center from Community Development Block Grants. As
always, please let us know if you have any questions or if you need any assistance during the completion of the kitchen renovation project. Thank you.
Warmest regards,
Sue Stenhouse
Executive Director’s Message
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Dear Friends,
It is hard to believe that September is here. Our heads are spinning, there has been so much happening. Bingo during the summer has been a grand success. I am sure that calling numbers in air conditioning has helped. We have also increased the number of new players to our games, we are thrilled to have you join us at this great Center.
We are delighted that the Advisory Board has been able to assist our Nutrition Division in obtaining much needed new kitch-en equipment for the renovation of our kitchen in October. Your support helps make there improvements possible.
We are also thrilled to be able to announce that the new computerized data system, MySeniorCenter.com has been enthusias-tically received my both our seniors and staff. What a remarkable and efficient addition to our Center!!
Cordially,
Al Charpentier, Cranston Senior Services Advisory Board President
Mayor’s Message / Executive Directors’ Message /
Board Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2
Table of Contents / Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3
Adult Day Services / Support Groups. . . . . . . . . . . Page 4
Nutrition / Transvan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 5
RSVP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6
Social Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7
Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pages 8, 9, 10, 11
Executive Director
Sue Stenhouse—780-6189
Assistant Director
Nancie Paola—780-6159
Administrative Assistant
Jean Denneny
Adult Day Services
Rosie Castiglione, RN—780-6243
Lunch Reservations
780-6204
Nurse MaryLou—780-6207
Nutrition
Chef Ray Sinapi—780-6134
Programs
Kathi Dunphy—780-6216
RSVP
Retired Senior Volunteer Program
David Quiroa—780-6180
Social Services
Jennifer Kevorkian—780-6254
Transvan
Jane Luker—780-6220
The mission of the Cranston
Department of Senior Services in its
capacity as a community based
resource and human services
agency, is to provide coordinated,
creative and comprehensive
services which educate, nourish,
assist, entertain and enrich the
lives of individuals 55 years of
age and older.
Cranston Department
of Senior Services
Contact Information
You can reach us at
Phone: (401) 780-6000
Fax: (401) 946-5909
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2014 Senior Games
Presented by:
Saturday, September 27, 2014
Opening Ceremonies—9:00 a.m. Cranston High School West
80 Metropolitan Avenue, Cranston, RI
Open to all New England Athletes 55 and over. Games Registration Fee: $15.00 Fee includes: continental breakfast,
lunch buffet, awards banquet and T-shirt.
Golf—September 23, 24, 25, 26—Fee: $60.00
Fee includes: 18 holes of golf, car t, continental breakfast, gr illed hot
dog and chips, banquet and a Senior Games golf towel.
Archery
Basketball Throw
Billiards
Bocce
Bowling
Golf
Swimming
Field Events
3 on 3 Basketball
Horseshoes
Softball Throw
Cycling
Baggo/Mind Games
Obstacle Course
Register at Cranston Senior Enrichment Center
1070 Cranston Street, Cranston, RI 02920 or call 780-6000
for more details and to have a registration form mailed to you.
You can also download a registration form from the
City of Cranston’s website www.cranstonri.com
Flu shots will be available on September 27th at Cranston High School West
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780-6243 Rosalind Castiglione, R.N., Director
Dear Adult Day Service Family and Friends,
We may have waited a long time for the good weather, but it was worth the wait! We’ve had a
pleasant summer with all kinds of activities including the Mayor’s Picnic, Baseball Days and
several music sessions including songs from John Scotti and Peter Fillippi.
During September and October we will have Karen Lea, our Movement Therapist; Jan Silvestri, our Yoga instructor;
Jen Johnson, our Massage Therapist; and Patty Grimes, our Occupational Therapist returning to their fall schedules.
We were sad to say goodbye to Marie Coren, RN who accepted a full-time position at one of the local hospitals. Marie
has been a delight to work with and a valued member of our staff for eleven years. Happily, we welcome Kim
Ramsden LPN who has now been with us for a month. She is busy learning the ropes and everyone’s name and needs.
During September and October we’ll be celebrating Labor Day and have our Annual Italian Festival in honor of
Columbus Day.
Please remember, we are always here to assist you in any way we can so do not hesitate to call. Have a wonderful
early Fall.
Sincerely,
Rosie & the Staff in Adult Day Service
Cranston Senior Services, 1070 Cranston Street, Cranston, RI
You’re not alone. At times, because of different circumstances in our lives, we feel alone and helpless. There are things that happen to us or our loved ones that we cannot change, but we can learn how to cope with these challenges. Cranston Senior Services offers the following support groups to help you and your loved one(s) to deal with conditions such as dia-betes, Parkinson’s disease, arthritis, visual impairment or being a caregiver. You will meet folks like yourself who under-stand your situation and may be able to offer you some strategies to alleviate some of your difficulties.
Bereavement Support Group Second Friday of the month / 9:30 a.m.
September 12th—Guest Speaker: Ann Boulet,
certified in Thanatology
October 10th—Guest Speaker Pat Hubert, MSW from VNA of RI
Meetings are open to all individuals age 55 and older, seeking
bereavement support.
Caregiver’s Support Third Monday of the month / 3:30-4:30 p.m.
September 15th & October 20th
Parkinson’s Disease Support First Friday of the month / 9:30 a.m.
September 5th & October 3rd
For more information call 780-6254.
DEA Hot Line for medical or police help on weekends
Support Groups
Diabetes Support First Wednesday of the month / 10:00 a.m.
September 3rd & October 1st
INSIGHT Support Group
Fourth Thursday of the month / 10:30 a.m.
September 25th & October 23rd
780-6134
Convenient Services
Notary Public Service FREE (See Receptionist)
Do you need to speak to a Lawyer?
A Lawyer provided by the RI Center for Law & Public
Policy is available on the 2nd and 4th
Tuesdays of the month 9:30—11:30 a.m. / Call 780-6000
for appointments
Manicurist Appointments are available on Wednesdays. Please call
780-6216.
Transvan
September/October Trips 2014
Captain Jack’s Restaurant, Narragansett, RI
Friday, September 5, 2014
Transportation Charge: $8.00
Leaves Center at 10:00 a.m./Returns to Center by 2:00 p.m.
Marshall’s Plaza/Crow’s Nest Restaurant, Warwick, RI
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
Transportation Charge: $8.00
Leaves Center at 10:00 a.m./Returns to Center by 2:00 p.m.
Wright’s Farm Restaurant
Friday, October 3, 2014
$18.00 (includes transportation and meal)
Leaves Center at 10:30 a.m./Returns to Center at 2:00 p.m.
Apple Valley Commons/Laura’s Pleasant View Diner
Wednesday, October 29, 2014
Transportation Charge: $8.00
Leaves Center at 9:30 a.m./Returns to Center at 2:00 p.m.
See Jane in Transvan to secure your space.
Transvan Safety Tip:
Please stay safe while riding our Transvan—make sure
your seatbelt is fastened. If you need help, ask the driver
to assist you.
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943-3341
*** NOTICE *** Due to Kitchen renovations,
the Snack Bar will be closed the
month of October.
National Fruits & Vegetables Month
Eating fruits and vegetables provides many
health BENEFITS. People who eat a healthy, bal-
anced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables can
help lower their risk for heart disease, type 2 diabetes,
and some types of cancer. Eating healthy can also aid
in the prevention of obesity and high blood pressure.
How many servings do I need of each? What is a
serving of fruits and vegetables? Let’s Make It Sim-
ple: The Half-Your-Plate Concept. Even the most
well-versed nutrition professionals don’t have all
these measurements memorized! So let’s make it eas-
ier: fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables at
each meal or eating occasion. Making fruits and
vegetables the focal point of every meal will help you
meet your recommended amount each day – and you
won’t have to do all the math!
Remember you can enjoy the taste of fruits and veg-
gies year-round. Fresh, frozen, canned, dried – it all
counts!! Some seasonal fruits and veggies for Fall:
Apples Acorn Squash Turnips
Broccoli Brussels Sprouts Butternut
Squash Cauliflower Cranberries
Endive Pineapple Pomegranate
MySeniorCenter.com
Have you received your
electronic membership card?
When you visit the Center, you
will be greeted by a member of the Center staff who will
issue you an electronic membership card that can be
placed on your key ring. You will then have a brief in-
struction on how to use your card and presto, you are off
to enjoy your day! Used by a number of Senior Centers
throughout Rhode Island, we are excited to bring this
modern system to our growing membership.
780-6180
David Quiroa, Director
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Wednesday, October 8th, 2014
22nd Annual Senior Celebration
FREE EVENT FOR SENIORS AND CAREGIVERS 40 Company Exhibits * Giveaways * Raffles * Refreshments
Warwick Mall – 10 AM – 3 PM
Cranston RSVP will be there!!!
Holiday Meals Program
Over the past twenty-five years the Cranston Holiday
Meals Program (Thanksgiving and Christmas) has been
extremely successful in providing holiday cheer to many
Cranston seniors who will be alone for the holidays. Last
year, over 500 seniors enjoyed a delicious Senior Ser-
vices’ Holiday Meal. These holiday meals, which were
prepared by our Senior Services’ Nutrition Staff and
RSVP volunteers, were delivered by hundreds of commu-
nity volunteers. We need your help! Please call the
RSVP office if you are interested in volunteering. For
more information call David Quiroa, Volunteer Director.
WE NEED YOUR HELP!!! Volunteers in Cranston Schools
The VICS organization is a non-profit, community-based organi-
zation that provides myriad services to students of the Cranston
Public School System. In addition to providing volunteers who
tutor, translate, interpret, and schedule field trips, VlCS prides
itself on taking enrichment programs into the schools to enhance
the curriculum. All registration requirements that require an ex-
pense will be paid by the RSVP Office. VICS is always searching
for new volunteers, so if you have a special talent you would like
to share with the students of Cranston, please contact the RSVP
office.
Stand up and be counted!! How many hours are you volunteering? We want to
know how many hours you volunteer each month. It is
simple to do just fill out the handy Hours Form and send
it to us each month. If you need a form please give us a
call at 401-780-6180 or stop by the RSVP Office.
Why be counted? We invite you to our annual Luncheon!
To show the community the power of seniors!
Our grant depends on it!
To get our newsletter!
How? By Fax: 401-946-5909
By Mail: Cranston Senior Center—RSVP Division
1070 Cranston Street, Cranston, RI 02920
Deli Attendant/Food Server
Senior volunteers wanted. Cranston RSVP’s Snack Bar
serves prepared foods to seniors at the Cranston Depart-
ment of Senior Services and is open Monday - Friday
from 8:30am-12:45 pm. Volunteers are needed to assist
at the counter serving and packaging food. Food Safety
training will be provided. Looking to cover shifts on
Wednesdays.
GREEN SENIORS PROGRAM
Materials from: RIRRC
Take Back Your Mailbox
Unwanted “junk” mail can be a huge waste - not only of
natural resources, but of our money and our time. The
Center for a New American Dream estimates that 100
million trees and hundreds of millions of local and state
dollars are put into the production and disposal of junk
mail each year. Luckily, there are many ways to help
you take back your mailbox and your time:
To get off of national postal service mailing lists, reg-
ister on the Direct Marketing Association’s website:
http://www.dmachoice.org. You can do this online for
free or mail in the form with a $1 payment.
If you’re tired of checks being sent by your credit card
company, give them a call directly. If you’re tired of
endless credit card offers, you can stop most of these
by calling: 1-888-5-OPTOUT (1-888-567-8688) you
will be asked for your Social Security number, but it is
not mandatory that you provide it. If you have cata-
logs coming to you that you no longer want, call the
800 number on the catalog. Control your mail prefer-
ences for many catalogs for free by registering at
http://www.catalogchoice.org
To maintain your new junk mail-free lifestyle, write
“Do not rent or sell my name” or “Do not add me to
mailing lists” by your name any time you are ordering,
subscribing, or entering anything via mail.
Finally, the national “Do Not Call” registry to reduce
telemarketing calls has been very popular, and there is
a movement now to enact similar “Do Not Mail” legis-
lation. To find out more about junk mail visit: http://
www.donotmail.org/index.php
If you are interested in becoming part of our Green
Seniors Program and help us educate your family,
friends, and neighbors contact Cranston RSVP. For
more information on other volunteer opportunities
please find us on: www.volunteermatch.org
Two ways to reduce your risk of being
a Victim of a Scam
1. Reduce Telemarketer Calls to Avoid Senior Scams.
It can be hard to say no to a telemarketer, and that can
mean financial disaster if you become a victim of a sen-
ior scam. To avoid this situation, you can reduce the
number of telemarketer calls you receive by registering
with the federal government's "Do Not Call Registry."
You can register your land line phone or cell phone with
the "Do Not Call Registry" online or by calling 1-888-
382-1222.
2. Ignore Direct Mail Advertising to Avoid Senior
Scams. Seniors are often the target of direct mail,
which usually offers something for free or almost free
but signs you up for further financial obligations. If you
receive a notice saying you won a contest or a cruise,
read the fine print carefully for hidden costs to make sure
it's not a senior scam. And if you decide to consider the
offer, ask someone you trust for a second opinion before
you sign up.
REMINDER!
Medicare’s Open Enrollment period is
October 15th -December 7th October 15 to December 7 is when ALL people with
Medicare can change their Medicare health plan and pre-
scription drug coverage for 2015. Please contact the So-
cial Services Department to schedule an appointment.
Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP)
SHIP counselors available on Fridays provide infor-
mation and assistance with questions and problems
dealing with healthcare coverage. To meet with a
SHIP counselor call for an appointment 780-6000.
Be sure to check the Cranston Herald
for program updates.
Jennifer Kevorkian, Director
Attention Cranston Homeowners!
Allan W. Fung, Mayor
Announces Housing Rehab Assistance to
Cranston Homeowners
Is your roof leaking? Could your home use energy
efficient replacement windows? You may qualify for a
Low Interest or a NO Interest Loan to help pay for these
needed improvements to your home.
Call 461-1000, extension 7205 for more information.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Thursday, September 11, 2014 10:00 a.m. Classroom
Fill your shopping bag with SNAP benefits!
You are invited to attend the SNAP Outreach Presentation
to learn about the Food Stamp program.
Congratulations !
A member of the
Cranston Senior Enrich-
ment Center for many
years, Gerard Masse of
Cranston, recently donat-
ed 101,000 pull tabs to the
Ronald McDonald House
with the help from the
Cranston Enrichment
Center, the Cranston
community, his friends
and supporters of the
Ronald McDonald House.
From 2006 until July
2014, a total of 196,000
tabs have been donated,
which help provide ac-
commodations and services to families of children with
Cancer.
Blue Cross Blue Shield RI Update
Please join Blue Cross Blue Shield Representative, Susan
Sacoccia-Olson for to learn more about the Blue Cross
plans being offered in 2015.
Thursday October 9th at 10:00 a.m. Registration is not required for this program. For more
information, please call 780-6254.
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RIPTA Photo ID’s Friday, September 12
11:30 am-2:00
$25.00 renew for 5 years (cash only)
This will be your only opportunity this year
to get a bus pass at the Center.
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Life Long Learning
Computer Class - Basic
Learning computers and basic internet skills is not
just for accessing information, it is the tool for stay-
ing in touch with family and friends…and it is
EASY! Class size is limited, so pre-pay to reserve
your spot. Questions or to register call 780-6216.
Please no laptops.
Tuesdays/Thursdays September 9,11, 16, 18, 23, 25
October 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 25
1:00-2:00 pm
$25 members/$30 non-members
AARP Smart Driver Course Tuesday, September 16th / 9:00 am to 2:30 pm
Fee: $15 member of AARP/ $20.00 non-members
This new curriculum course provides strategies to
help you drive safer and smarter. There are no
tests. If an insurance discount is one of your objec-
tives, please inquire with your auto insurer to see if
you qualify. To register, 780-6216. (checks only)
Recognizing Elderly Fraud and
Preventing Exploitation of the Elderly Thursday, October 23 @ 10:00 am
Elder Americans were robbed of more than $3 billion in
recent years and the dollar amount is rising. There is a
very real risk of financial fraud and exploitation of senior
citizens. Don’t find out the hard way the pain and suffer-
ing that it can cause. Attend this FREE talk provided by
ElderCare of RI.
What’s Your Story?
Introduction to memoir writing Tuesdays – 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Beginning September 23rd Ending December 2nd
Whether your goal is to create a legacy or literature,
whether your perspective is personal or historical,
this 10-week workshop will help you mine your
memories, find your voice, and shape your lived
experiences into memoir. In addition to weekly take
-home readings, each session will entail sharing and
commenting on written assignments, discussion of
the readings, and in-class exercises. Participants
will come away with a finished short work of mem-
oir or the basis for a longer work. The workshop
will culminate in a reading for family, friends, and
community members. Registration necessary
please call 780-6216.
For more information or to register stop by the Program Office or call 780-6216.
Art
Woodworking Our woodworking class utilizes hand, power, and stationary
tools and provides information on the elements of design and
wood science. Individual projects welcomed.
Wednesdays, 9:00-11:00 am
Painting & Drawing Classes All levels of experience welcome. Students will create art-
work in various mediums. Art is a wonderful way to connect
with your surroundings and your heritage. Supplies are an
additional fee.
Wednesdays, 1:00-3:00 pm
$4.00 members/$5.00 non-members
Club News
Creative Stitches “Monday Morning Glories” is the name of a fun group devot-
ed to quilting, needlework, knitting, crocheting etc. If you
have a project in mind, bring it along.
Mondays, 9:00-11:00 am
$3.00 members/$4.00 non-members
Book Club All welcome!
10:00 a.m.
September 23rd— Summer is behind us and the book club
members will share with us a favorite book that they read this
summer. Also, a special guest author will be in attendance.
October 28th—“The Boy Who Loved Ann Frank” by Ellen
Feldman
Remember When:
Reflections on life in Rhode Island
in a simpler time
Tuesday, October 28th – 10:00 a.m.
Guest Speaker: Jim Norman, Retired Newsman &
Sports Announcer
Jim, “Voice of the Rams” until his retirement, will share
his many fun-filled recollections of life in Rhode Island
during simpler times and regale us with accounts as
sportscaster for the University of Rhode Island. Having
grown up and living still in South County, he has an
impressive collection of stories. His journey led him to
people and places that provide him with wonderful tales,
all told in the voice of the radio journalist. Jim has
received more than sixty major awards, citations, and hon-
ors at local, regional, and national levels including
induction into six halls of fame. Don’t miss this exciting,
fun and interesting hour!
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Programs
Upcoming Elections
Cranston Senior Enrichment Center
is a designated Polling Place
September 9th—Primaries
November 4th—General Elections
Polls will be open throughout Cranston from 7:00
a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Theater
Watch for a listing of movie
showings in the upcoming weeks.
The Center After Six
Will officially resume in November
(after the kitchen renovations are completed)
Wicked Halloween Luncheon
Friday, October 31
11:30 to 12:30
** Costumes Encouraged **
Suggested donation: $3.00
Haunted House: Cranston Senior Enrichment
Center
Spellbinding Fun: Something’s brewing here at
the Center and you don’t want to miss the
mayhem!
Festivities feature a
“Monster March”
(costume parade),
pumpkin carving
display and spooky
treats.
Fun & Games Research strongly suggests that playing board games helps
seniors with focus, visual perceptual skills, problem solving,
reaction time, socialization and reducing the risk of dementia
by challenging the left and right-brain hemisphere functions.
Recreational Bridge
Mondays, 1:00-3:00 pm
Mah Jong
Tuesdays, 12:30 to 3:00 pm
Cribbage
Tuesdays at 1:00 pm
Dominoes
Thursdays, 1:00 pm
Scrabble
Thursdays, pick-up games
Fall Tournaments ~ call 780-6216 for dates
Poker
Mondays, 1:00-3:00 pm / 8 weeks $10.00
Hi Lo Jack
Fridays, 1:00-3:00 pm / 8 weeks $10.00
Puzzles—Time for another puzzle challenge…we
will keep you posted.
Billiards—Daily 8:30am to 4:10pm
$3.00members/$4.00 non-members
Bingo—Mondays & Thursdays, 1:00-2:30 pm
$5.00 (starting packet) *spec
Chess— Thursdays @ 1:00 pm
Chess here at the senior center. Our volunteer Ken is
here to help organize the chess players. Chess is
such a great strategic game for keeping the mind
sharp. Why not join us.
Bocce—What perfect weather for Bocce!!
Come and have some fun on our outdoor bocce pit.
Thursdays @ 1:00 pm
Grab some friends, or not and come and enjoy the
fresh air, sun and a little competiveness.
**Also, you can reserve the bocce court any time
Bowling—Come and join the Cranston Senior
Duckpin Bowling League. It is held on Tuesdays, at
12:30 pm, Town Hall Lanes in Johnston. All skill
levels are welcome. It is great exercise while a great
way to make new friends! If you have any questions
please call Gerry Masse @ 781-3049.
“Baggo” Official Bean Bag Toss Game
Tuesdays—1:00-2:30 pm
Baggo (also known as Cornhole or Tailgate Toss) is
a game that anyone can play. It is great exercise and
hilariously fun competition. Join us as
we “pitch” the latest game craze.
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September Health Check
Diabetes Support Group Wednesday, September 3rd – 10:00 a.m.
Facilitator: Mario Casinelli, CVS Pharmacist
Walk With Ease Program Orientation Monday, September 8th – 9:30 a.m.
Whether you need relief from arthritis pain or just want
to be active, this Walk With Ease program can help.
Take Control, One Step at a Time! See insert for details.
Eat Smart, Live Strong Part I “Reach Your Goals, Step-By-Step” URI SNAP Program
Wednesday, September 10th - 10:00 a.m.
This 4 part program is designed to improve fruit & vege-
table consumption and increase physical activity. Part I
allows participants to review the amount of fruits & veg-
etables appropriate for their age, activity level & gender.
Comprehensive Community Action Program Wednesday, September 17th – 10:00 a.m.
Linda Riley, Director of Development CCAP is one of
Rhode Island’s largest organizations dedicated solely to
fight war on poverty. Its programs are designed to help
those in immediate need. Learn more about who they are
and what senior services and programs they offer.
Arthritis Exercise Classes Tuesdays & Thursdays – 1:15
Beginning September 23rd Ending October 30th
You may think that exercise and arthritis don’t go hand
in hand, however, research has shown that exercise is an
essential tool in managing your arthritis. Take charge
NOW....join this FREE low-impact physical exercise
class lead by certified instructors. 780-6000 to register.
Medicare Part D Update / URI Pharmacy Outreach Wednesday, September 24th – 10:00 a.m.
A short overview of what is currently going on with the
Medicare Part D plans and the upcoming changes for the
open enrollment period of October 15 to December 7,
2014. For the seniors familiar with Medicare Part D and
that just want a quick preview of upcoming changes and
how they may affect their current plan.
FALL PREVENTION AWARENESS WEEK
SEPTEMBER 22 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 28
Visit Nurse Mary Lou or Pharmacist Mario for a blood
pressure screening and medication review.
Blood pressure and medications can contribute to falling!
Be sure to join one of our many exercise classes. See insert for more fall prevention information
October Health Check
Diabetes Support Group Wednesday, October 1st – 10:00 a.m.
Facilitator: Mario Casinelli. CVS Pharmacist
Eat Smart Live Strong Part II “Challenges & Solutions” URI SNAP Program
Wednesday, October 8th – 10:00 a.m.
This session offers suggestions to help us adapt our eating
and physical activity behaviors to reach our goals.
Pumpkin “Somethin” Wednesday, October 15th - 10:00 a.m.
One of the most popular crops in the U.S. 1.5 billion lbs. of
pumpkins are produced each year. This presentation, the
versatility and health benefits of pumpkin will be discussed.
Flu Clinic Thursday, October 16th - 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Provided by: CVS/pharmacy
Getting a flu shot lowers your risk of getting the flu virus.
Be sure to bring your insurance card.
Hospital Visits & Transitional Care Expectations Wednesday, October 22nd - 10:00 a.m.
URI Pharmacy Outreach Program
Learn why medications may be switched during a hospital
stay from what you have been taking at home. Important
information that you can do to ensure smooth transition from
changes in your setting, service, practitioner or level of care.
“Rusty Hinges” About Arthritis: How Joints Work Dr. Jamie Enos
Wednesday, October 29th – 10:00 a.m.
Arthritis is the number one cause of joint problems. Approx-
imately 43 million people in the U.S. are affected with this
disease. How does it affect us? What can we do?
Brown Bag Program / URI Pharmacy Outreach Program
Thursday, October 30th – 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Sit down with our professional pharmacy staff to review and
discuss your medications and the conditions they are being
used to treat. Call 780-6000.
Our Lady of Fatima Hospital / Outpatient Laboratory Every Monday 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Mario Casinelli, R.Ph., CVS Pharmacist
Tuesday 8:30-1:30 pm Wednesday, Thursday 8:30-1:00 pm
Marylou Pearson, RN
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Linda Thornton, D.P.M.F.A.C.F.A.F., Podiatrist
By appointment call 946-1155
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and at Cranston Adult Day
Robert Tetreault
2014 Senior Games
Torch Bearer
Robert Tetreault has been an active member of the Center since 2012. Tetrault is an avid billiards and bocce player, re-nowned ballroom dancer and a dedicated RSVP volunteer --providing compan-ionship to patients at Slater Hospital and metic-ulously maintaining the billiards tables, daily, at the Center. He benefits from engaging in the physical activities provided through Senior Ser-vices as they are “good for the back, legs, arms and mind. I am honored and quite excited to be chosen as this year’s Senior Games Torch Bear-
Doris Sword
2014 Senior Games
Torch Lighter
Doris Sword joined the Cranston Senior Enrichment Center 8 years ago, looking for camaraderie and activities to pass the time. Sword partici-pates in the Matter of Balance
workshops and enjoys dining at the Center with her husband, Ralph. Sword is a key fundraiser for the Center, donating over 150 homemade bas-kets for event raffles over the past few years “It is so nice to be recognized for my efforts,” said Sword. “I am surprised, delighted and honored to be the 2014 Senior Games Torch Lighter.”
