NORTH BROAD STREET SENIOR CENTER NEWSLETTER 1438 N. BROAD STREET PHILADELPHIA PA 19121 Phone: 215-978-1300 Fax: 215-978-0300 Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm January, 2016 Fight the Winter Blues at NBSC As the days grow shorter, many people find themselves feeling sad. You may feel blue as the holiday festivities end. People tend to experience more serious mood changes that last throughout the fall and winter because there is less natural sunlight. Researches say that the “winter blues” and a more severe type of depression called seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, has been around for more than 3 decades. Still, much remains unknown about these winter-related shifts in mood. Winter blues is a general term, not a medical diagnosis. It’s fairly common, and it more mild than serious. What is it about the darkening days that can leave us in the dumps? And, what can we do it about it? Well, NBSC can help! Come out and enjoy the many offerings at our center. If there is something that peaks your interest and it is not offered, please let us know. We want to help you combat the Winter Blues! Annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service Project Participation Monday, January 18, 2016 NBSC will again assist at the Annual Day of Service. Ten volunteers will serve breakfast at Girard College, the host site for over 1,800 projects. If you are interested in serving, please sign up at the registration desk in the receptionist area.
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NORTH BROAD STREET SENIOR CENTER NEWSLETTER
1438 N. BROAD STREET PHILADELPHIA PA 19121 Phone: 215-978-1300 Fax: 215-978-0300
Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm January, 2016
Fight the Winter Blues at NBSC As the days grow shorter, many people find themselves feeling sad. You may feel blue as the holiday festivities end. People tend to experience more serious mood changes that last throughout the fall
and winter because there is less natural sunlight. Researches say that the “winter blues” and a more severe type of depression called seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, has been around for more than 3
decades. Still, much remains unknown about these winter-related shifts in mood.
Winter blues is a general term, not a medical diagnosis. It’s fairly common, and it more mild than serious. What is it about the darkening days that can leave us in the dumps?
And, what can we do it about it?
Well, NBSC can help! Come out and enjoy the many offerings at our center. If there is something that peaks your interest and it is not offered, please let us know. We want to help you combat the Winter Blues!
Annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service Project Participation Monday, January 18, 2016
NBSC will again assist at the Annual Day of Service. Ten volunteers will serve breakfast at Girard College, the host site for over 1,800 projects. If you are interested in serving, please
sign up at the registration desk in the receptionist area.
Exercise, Health & Wellness 2
Activities & Meetings 3 Tech Corner, Classes & Support Groups
4
Volunteer Opportunities 5
Trips & In the News 6, 7 Calendar 8, 9 Advertisements & Support Services 10,11
In-Home Support Services 12
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Check us out...
COME EXERCISE WITH US ! ! ! Muscle Toning & Chair Yoga Free Mondays 1:00 pm- 2:00 pm Bowling Mondays 9:00 am - 11:30 am ***Please see below Enhanced Fitness Free Tuesdays 9:30 am - 10:30 am Fridays 9:00 am - 10:00 am Line Dancing Free Tuesdays 10:30 am - 11:30 am Fridays 10:00 am - 11:00 am Walking Club Free Thursdays 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
BOWLING AT ERIE LANES Did you know that bowling is a great source of exercise? Whether you are a beginner or more experienced bowler please come join the fun! Monday’s 9:00 am - 11:30 pm
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED Cost Options: $5.00 includes shoes and use of Erie Lane ball. $8.00 per week for 8 weeks - includes shoes and at end of 8 weeks you get your very own ball! You can meet at the bowling alley or leave
from NBSC on *CCT. *$2.00 Fee if taking CCT from the
DIABETES EMPOWERMENT EDUCATION PROGRAM
The Diabetes Empowerment Education Program (DEEP) is a licensed diabetes self-management education course.
DEEP was developed to provide communities with tools to better manage diabetes and is based on the principles of empowerment in conjunction with adult education. our health and wellness is important to us here at NBSC! To that end, we have invited the Gateway Health Awareness Series to NBSC. Each session is one hour in length. Educational materials will be available to all attendees.
Classes will be held for two hours, twice weekly and
taught by a Certified Health Care professional. NBSC is providing this quality program to our seniors free of
charge.
January Class Dates/Times:
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30 - 11:30 am 1st Class: January 5, 2016
2nd Class: January 7, 2016 3rd Class: January 12, 2016 4th Class: January 14, 2016 5th Class: January 19, 2016 6th Class: January 21, 2016
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED!!!!
HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS
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SHARING AND CARING COMMITTEE MEETING
Stella White, Center Counselor Leader
Committee Members
Inez Moore and Bernice Whitfield
Tuesday, January 26, 2016 9:30 am - 10:00 am
NBSC CHOIR “INSPIRATIONAL SINGERS”
Love to sing? Come join us!
Monthly meeting Tuesday, January 19, 2016
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Rehearsals are
Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
FASHION SHOW COMMITTEE MEETING Come and help us plan our NBSC Fashion Show.
Committee Members
Hazel Withers and Lynn Thompson
Wednesday January 6, 2016 Wednesday, January 20, 2016
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Walking Club T-shirts are on sale once more. Support the walking club and
order yours today. For more information on pricing contact
Mr. William Keitt, Advisory Council
EVENT PLANNING COMMITTEE MEETING
Come and plan upcoming center events.
NBSC is looking for your ideas.
Committee Members
Bonita Robinson, Hazel Withers, Brenda Battle, Rita Hill, Lenora Williams, and Brenda Mims.
All are welcome!
Monday, January 11 & 25, 2016
PANTRY PARTY COMMITTEE MEETING Help plan our upcoming Pantry Party.
Thursday, January 7, 2016
LADIES POOL TEAM
Join the NBSC’s Ladies Pool Team!
The Ladies Pool Team is lead by
Ms. Lynn Thompson, a NBSC member & volunteer
Tuesday’s @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm.
BIRTHDAY PARTY COMMITTEE MEETING
Do you have a unique theme or idea for a birthday party? Share it with the Birthday
Committee.
Committee Members Brenda Mims, Deborah Smith, Gertrude, Blue
Brenda Battle, Hazel Withers, Rita Hill, or Valeria Simpson.
Friday January 8, 2016 Friday, January 15, 2016
KNITTING GROUP
Join the “Knitting Wooly Wonders”!
Come hang out with your fellow knitters, chat and even learn a few new stitches.
Knitters meet Tuesday ‘s 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
NBSC CRAFTERS
NBSC Crafters do all kinds of crafts
(bead, crochet, make holiday decorations)
all while enjoying lively and fun conversation.
Join the NBSC Crafters
COMMITTEE MEETINGS
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CLASSES
Check out the NBSC Computer Lab! Our lab is available for members to use during center hours, with exception of when
classes are in session.
SUPPORT AND DISCUSSION
GROUPS
NEXT CHAPTER The Next Chapter Peer Discussion Group lead by Ms. Amy Andrews, a peer leader from Journey’s Way, will meet weekly for an informal discussion. Share life stories, listen and learn in this private and supportive group setting..
Wednesday’s 12:30 pm -1:30 pm
WALKING CLUB SUPPORT GROUP The Walking Club Support Group is a member lead discussion group encouraging participants to stay healthy through walking. Discuss the benefits of walking and hear success stories of the life changing affects of walking. Join the group for the monthly inspirational meeting on
Our Topic:
Exercising Indoors Thursday, January 28, 2016
12:30 pm—1:30 pm
TECH CORNER
SIP & SWIPE CAFÉ NBSC has Wi-Fi and 4 Apple iPads that you can borrow! NBSC members can borrow an NBSC iPad for up to 2 hours daily, Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. If you have your own tablet, see Michelle McMillan, Program Specialist for Wi-fi password.
SIP & SWIPE iPAD TRAINING CLASS Learn the exciting features of the iPad through the Generations on Line Software. Create an email account, learn how to shop online and play games.
NBSC BEGINNERS COMPUTER CLASS Learn basic skills from creating, writing and saving a document to learning how to access the web. This course is designed for the new learner and those who want a refresher course.
January 20 through March 23 (10 weeks) Wednesdays 10:30 - 12:00 Fee $55.00
Sign up now!
NBSC INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER CLASS
Learn, develop and enhance your computer skills in our intermediate and beyond Computer Class. The class is taught by Mr. William Thompson our very knowledgeable and engaging computer teacher.
December 16 through February 17 (10 weeks) Wednesdays 9:00 - 10:30 Fee $55.00
Sign up now!
CLASSES TECH CORNER SUPPORT AND DISCUSSION
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We are looking for volunteers of all ages for the fall & winter season. Help the older adult community stay active by participating in activities that promote a healthy independent lifestyle.
If you have 2 or more hours to spare and want to experience new cultures and make new friends please contact Rose at 215.978.1300.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR’S MEETING
Monday, January 25, 2016
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
For more information contact any one of
the NBSC Volunteer Coordinators:
Mary Banks, Patrica Flores, Bernice
Whitfield, and Lenora B. Williams 215-978-1300.
DO YOU DESIRE TO SERVE?
Volunteer Instructor wanted to teach jewelry
making class. If you have an eye for jewelry and the heart to teach NBSC wants you. Please
contact one of the Volunteer Coordinators for an application and to schedule an interview.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
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TRIPS
NBSC Trip Policy Reminders !!!
For all CCT trips, please sign up no later than Tuesday of the week before the trip. For all long distance trips please adhere to payment deadlines. All payments must be made by closing date for all trips.
All trips have a minimum number of passengers required. If the minimum is not met the trip will have to be cancelled.
Please no $100 bills when paying for the trip or a class. ***All Local Trips have a $2.00 Fee, with exception of those noted.
All trips leave from the North Broad Street Senior Center.
Come see the world’s first superhero! Samson is filled with colorful characters and
extraordinary feats of strength. One of the most captivating bible stories comes alive showing families the strength of faith. Bring the entire
family to witness this message of hope.
Tuesday April 5, 2016
Depart from NBSC 10:00am - returning to NBSC at approximately 5:30pm
Cost: $120.00 Price Includes:
Tickets to show and a delicious smorgasbord luncheon at the Shady Maple
Restaurant
1st deposit $60.00 due February 5, 2016 Final payment $60.00 due March 4, 2016
Contact Rose for reservations at 215-978-1353
All payments are non-refundable.
SHOPRITE TRIP
10:30am - 2:00pm 3745 Aramingo Avenue
Tuesday January 5, 2016
NORTHEAST SHOPPING CTR
AC Moore, Dollar Tree, Burlington Coat Factory and many other shops
10:30am - 2:30pm 9173 Roosevelt Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19114
Tuesday January 12, 2016
WALMART TRIP 10:30am - 3:00pm
1675 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd. Wednesday January 27, 2016
RESTAURANT TRIPS
11:00am - 2:00pm
Cracker Barrel
3611 Horizon Boulevard
January 6, 2016
Famous Dave’s
1936 S. Christopher Columbus Boulevard January 20, 2016
TRIPS
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IN THE NEWS
01/02 John Waller 01/03 Clara Bennett 01/04 Susie Young
1/04 Evelyn Matthews 01/06 Mary Hall
01/06 Wilhemena Reese 01/11 William Brown 01/12 Peggie Jones 01/12 Tanya Lone
01/16 Barbara Owes 01/16 Melvin Morrison 01/17 Carrie Walker 01/18 Ralph Dade 01/19 Rose Coates
01/23 Donald Acosta 01/24 Essalee Reed
01/24 Buford Culver 01/25 Eva Muldor
01/27 Juanita Jacobs 01/27 Gwendolyn Super
All are welcome to join us for our Monthly Birthday Celebration. Come and celebrate with our members who were born in
January! Friday, January 29, 2016
Happy Birthday
CELEBRATING OUR MEMBERS
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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 4
9:00 Bowling 10:00 Open Mic 10:00 Life Reflections 10:30 Current Events 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 12:30 Bible Study 1:00 Muscle Toning 1:30 Chair Yoga
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9:00 Arts & Crafts 9:30 DEEP 9:30 Enhanced Fitness 10:30 Line Dancing 10:30 ShopRite Trip 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 12:30 Inspirational Singers Rehearsal 12:30 Knitting Group 12:30 Ladies Pool Lesson
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9:00 Intermediate Computer Class 10:00 Vespers 10:30 Current Events 11:00 Cracker Barrel Trip 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 12:30 Fashion Show Committee Meeting 12:30 NEXT Chapter Discussion Group
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9:00 Arts & Crafts 9:30 DEEP 10:00 Walking Club 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 12:30 Inspirational Singers Rehearsal 12:30 Pantry Party Committee Meeting
9:00 Bowling 10:00 Open Mic 10:00 Life Reflections 10:30 Current Events 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 12:30 Bible Study 1:00 Muscle Toning 1:30 Chair Yoga 1:30 Event Planning Meeting
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9:00 Arts & Crafts 9:30 DEEP 9:30 Enhanced Fitness 10:30 Line Dancing 10:30 Northeast Shopping Center Trip 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 12:00 Inspirational Singers Meeting 12:30 Inspirational Singers Rehearsal 12:30 Knitting Group 12:30 Ladies Pool Lesson
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9:00 Intermediate Computer Class 10:00 Vespers 10:30 Current Events 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 12:30 NEXT Chapter Discussion Group
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9:00 Arts & Crafts 9:30 DEEP 10:00 Walking Club 12:30 Inspirational Singers Rehearsal
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9:00 Enhanced Fitness 10:00 Line Dancing 11:00 PARX Casino 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 12:30 Birthday Committee Meeting 1:00 Games “R” Us
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9:00 Arts & Crafts 9:30 DEEP 9:30 Enhanced Fitness 10:30 Line Dancing 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 12:30 Inspirational Singers Rehearsal 12:30 Knitting Group 12:30 Ladies Pool Lesson
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9:00 Intermediate Computers Class 10:00 Vespers 10:30 Current Events 11:00 Famous Dave’s 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 12:30 Fashion Show Committee Meeting 12:30 NEXT Chapter Discussion Group
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9:00 Arts & Crafts 9:30 DEEP 10:00 Walking Club 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 12:00 Advisory Council Meeting 12:30 Inspirational Singers Rehearsal
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9:00 Enhanced Fitness 10:00 Line Dancing 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 11:30 Birthday Celebration 1:00 Games “R” Us
Calendar—January, 2016
CENTER CLOSED
MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.
BIRTHDAY
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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
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9:00 Bowling 10:00 Open Mic 10:00 Life Reflections 10:30 Current Events 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 12:30 Bible Study 12:30 Volunteer Coordinators Meeting 1:00 Muscle Toning 1:30 Chair Yoga 1:30 Event Planning Meeting
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9:00 Arts & Crafts 9:30 DEEP 9:30 Enhanced Fitness 9:30 Sharing/Caring Committee Meeting 10:30 Line Dancing 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 12:30 Inspirational Singers Rehearsal 12:30 Knitting Group 12:30 Ladies Pool Lesson 12:30 Walking Club Support Group
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9:00 Intermediate Computers Class 10:00 Vespers 10:30 Current Events 10:30 Walmart Trip 12:30 Fashion Show Meeting 12:30 NEXT Chapter Discussion Group
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9:00 Arts & Crafts 9:30 DEEP 10:00 Walking Club 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 12:30 Inspirational Singers Rehearsal
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9:00 Enhanced Fitness 10:00 Line Dancing 11:30 LUNCH CAFÉ 11:30 Birthday Celebration 1:00 Games “R” Us
Anniversaries
Meeting Hall
Birthday Parties
Seminars
Baby Showers
HALL RENTAL
We can comfortably accommodate 100 people.
Call Today For Rates and Availability
215-978-1300
Ask for Rose Richardson
Calendar—January, 2016
DAILY ACTIVITIES
9:00 - 10:00 Coffee Hour
9:00 - 2:00 Library Open
9:00 - 4:00 Computer Lab
1:00 - 2:30 Pokeno, Bingo, Board Games, Pinochle and
other Card Games.
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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
4 Hot CHICKEN PECAN W/ MAPLE
BURBOUN SAUCE
CINNAMON SWEET POTATOES
TOSSED SALAD
PC HONEY DIJON DRESSING
WHEAT ROLL
MIXED FRUIT
5 Hot ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP
SLICED TURKEY W/ HONEY MUSTARD SAUCE
BRUSSEL SPROUTS ROSEMARY RED BLISS
POTATOES WHEAT ROLL
CINNAMON APPLESAUCE
Cold
CHICKEN SALAD LETTUCE/TOMATO
3 BEAN SALAD WHEAT ROLL
ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP
6 Hot STUFFED CABBAGE W/
MEATBALLS SWEET & SOUR SAUCE
MIXED VEGETABLES WHEAT ROLL
DICED PEACHES
Cold CHICKEN TACO SALAD
MARINATED CARROT SALAD DICED PEACHES
PC RANCH DRESSING WHEAT ROLL
7 Hot BAKED CHEDDAR CHICKEN
BROCCOLI FLORETS SEASONED POTATOES
CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE
Cold TURKEY/CHEESE WRAP
LETTUCE/TOMATO/ONION BROCCOLI/CRANBERRY
SALAD CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE
PC MAYO
8 Hot TORTILLA CRUSTED FISH
SUGAR SNAP PEAS SPANISH BROWN RICE
W/ TOMATOES, PEPPER, CHEESE
7 GRAIN BREAD FRESH PEAR
Cold SPINACH SALAD W/ EGG SALAD
ON TOP MUSHROOMS, RED PEPPER AND
ONION MARINATED BEET SALAD
7 GRAIN BREAD FRESH PEAR
PC BALSAMIC DRESSING
11 Hot HAMBURGER
CORN
TOMATO/CUCUMBER AND ONION SALAD
WHEAT HAMBURGER ROLL
PINEAPPLE
12 Hot THYME ROASTED CHICKEN
THIGH HONEY CARROTS
PARSLEY NEW POTATOES WHEAT ROLL FRESH APPLE
Cold
CHEF SALAD MACARONI SALAD
PC THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING
FRESH APPLE
13 Hot NAVY BEAN SOUP
FISH CREOLE COLLANRD GREENS
CHEESY GRITS DICED PEARS
Cold
3 CHEESE PLATTER LETTUCE/TOMATO
SUMMERTIME SALAD DICED PEARS WHEAT ROLL
NAVY BEAN SOUP
14 Hot SLICED TURKEY W/
CORNBREAD STUFFING/ONION SAGE GRAVY
MASHED SWEET POTATOES CAULIFLOWER & RED
PEPPERS WHEAT BREAD
MANDARIN ORANGES
Cold
GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD COUSCOUS W/ CRANBERRY
SALAD MANDARIN ORANGES
7 GRAIN BREAC PC HONEY DIJON DRESSING
15 Hot VEGGIE SCRAMBLE W/
SHREDDED CHEESE RED BLISS POTATOES W/ RED PEPPERS /ONION/SPINACH
CINNAMON APPLES 7 GRAIN BREAD BANANA CAKE ORGANGE JUICE
Cold
COTTAGE CHEESE FRESH FRUIT/WALNUT
CARROT RAISAN SALAD PINEAPPLE
7 GRAIN BREAD LITE BANANA CAKE
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Center Closed
19 Hot TURKEY ALA KING W/
PEAS/CARROTS BROCCOLI/RED PEPPERS &
MUSHROOMS WIDE NOODLES WHEAT BREAD FRESH APPLE
Cold
TURKEY HAM & SWISS LETTUCE/TOMATO
SUMMERTIME SALAD DICED PEARS WHEAT ROLL
NAVY BEAN SOUP
20 Hot MEATBALLS W/ TOMATO
SAUCE SLICED PROVOLONE
GRILLED VEGGIES SPINACH & CARROTS
CLUB ROLL TROPICAL FRUIT
Cold
GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD W/ CRANBERRIES, WALNUTS,
FETA CHEESE QUINOA & KALE SALAD
LITE APPLE CINNAMON CAKE ASIAN DRESSING
21 Hot CREAM OF MUSHROOM
SOUP BALSAMIC GLAZED CHICKEN
THIGH CAULIFLOWER/CARROTS COUSCOUS W/ BEETS &
WALNUTS APPLESAUCE
ORANGE JUICE
Cold TURKEY ON RYE
LETTUCE/TOMATO COLESLAW
APPLESAUCE CREAM OF MUSHROOM
SOUP
22 Hot STUFFED LEMON PEPPER FISH
W/ BROWN RICE SHREDDED CARROTS
LEMON BUTTER SAUCE SUGAR SNAP PEAS W/ RED
PEPPERS SPICED PINEAPPLE OATMEAL COOKIE
Cold GREEK SALAD W/ TUNA
CHICKPEA SALAD OATMEAL COOKIE
PC ITALIAN DRESSING WHEAT ROLL
Menu—January, 2016
CENTER CLOSED
MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.
BIRTHDAY
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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
25 Hot TOMATO SOUP
BEEF HOT DOG
VEGETARIAN BEANS
WINTER BLEND VEGGIES
HOT DOG ROLL
DICED PEARS
26 Hot GRILLED CHICKEN W/
GARLIC PARMESAN SAUCE ROTINI
ITALIAN BLEND VEGETABLES
7 GRAIN BREAD PINEAPPLE
Cold TURKEY SALAD
LETTUCE/TOMATO LENTIL SALAD
PINEAPPLE PITA BREAD
27 Hot MEATLOAF W/ TOMATO
SAUCE
MASHED CAULIFLOWER
POTATO/PEAS/ONIONS
WHEAT BREAD
LITE APPLE CINNAMON CAKE
Cold ASIAN CHICKEN SALAD COLD ASIAND NOODLE
SALAD LITE APPLE CINNAMON
CAKE ASIAN DRESSING
28 Hot
HONEY WALNUT CHICKEN
GREEN BEANS
WAX BEANS
SWEET POTATOES/PINEAPPLE
WHEAT ROLL
ORANGE
Cold CAESAR SALAD W/ ROAST BEEF
PASTA SALAD
ORANGE WEDGES
PC CAESAR DRESSING
29 Hot BAKED ZITI
TOSSED SALAD W/ TOMATO & CUCUMBER
PC BALSAMIC DRESSING
MANDARIN ORANGES
Cold SEAFOOD SALAD
LETTUCE/TOMATO
MARINATED GREEN BEAN/WAX BEAN SALAD
POTATO SALAD
MANDARIN ORANGES
WHEAT ROLL
North Broad Street Senior Center
Cordially Invite you to
Lunch With Us!
If you are 50 years of age or older you are eligible to come in and join us for lunch*. Lunch is served daily
Monday through Friday ~ 11:30 a.m. –1:00 p.m.
We would love to have you as our guest.
*There is a nominal charge for guests between the ages of 50-59
Contributions for the Luncheon Meal are gladly accepted.
Menu—January, 2016
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Advisory Council
Carolyn Warthen President
Hazel Withers Vice President
Brenda Battle Secretary
William Keitt Treasurer Mary Banks
Marie Brown
Marian Burton
Rosetta Cunningham
Alberta Griffin
Shirley Latham
Inez Moore
Anne Mae Williams
Florine Witherspoon
Tyrone Reed, MSW
Community Rep.
Mike Robinson, M.S
Community Rep.
This Month’s Meeting Thursday, Jan. 21, 2015
12:00 pm—1:15 pm
Senior Center Staff
Rose Richardson Center Director
Michelle McMillan
Program Specialist
Stella White Center Counselor
Kerry-Kay Gayle
Data Clerk Carolyn Blackwell
Receptionist
Valeria Simpson
Mary Valentine, NCBA Activity Aides
Cynthia Oliver, MCOA
Clerical Aide
DeVanna Foster
Isaac Kinnard
Betty Young, MCOA Janice Pointer, NCBA
Nutrition Department
Jaymes Francis,
Building Manager Eric Coleman
Albert Walker, NCBA
Maintenance Department
Suggested Donations for Center Services
Actual Cost Suggested Donation
$3.82 per meal Lunch $1.00
$30 per hour Counseling $1.00
$26.70 one way Shared Ride (Age 65+ Individual) $1.00
$24.70 one way Shared ride (Age 65+ Group) $1.00
$35-$75 per hour Classes with outside instructors $2.00 - $3.00
Please place your donations in the gray boxes (labeled donations) located at the receptionist desk, the registration desk , and the Café counter. We greatly appreciate your generous donations to
“Time” Many have asked, “What is Time?”
How is it measured? Some may say that time is Money, never to be re-
gained, Well, What do you say?
In the words of others, maybe I can explain, “YOUR TIME IS NOT MY TIME” and
“MY TIME IS MORE PRECIOUS THAN GOLD” There is no begging, borrowing, nor stealing of Time.
Time is free from obstacles and burdens. A precious moment from within, reflects Time gone
by. SWEET! SWEET! Memories of Time gone are mine.
OH! How I yearn for yesterday, Those Years, Those Days, Those Minutes,
Even Those Split Seconds, have so quickly flown away. Looking back, embracing your smile.
A smile I have longed to see. When long ago in another space and Time.
That once was mine, But Time has launched us far apart.
A fleeting moment of Crisis, Stole you straight from my heart.
TIME! Oh TIME! Where have you gone? Joyce Burton
NBSC SUPPORT SERVICES AND RESOURCES
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The cold weather is here!! LIHEAP and CRISIS are accepting applications until April 1, 2016.
LIHEAP helps individuals who are having difficulty paying their electric, gas and energy bills.
CRISIS assists with emergencies including reinstating utility service, fuel deliveries,
repairing leaking pipes and broken furnaces.
If you have not received an application in the mail, please stop by the Counselor’s
Office. Let Stella know if you need help filling out the form.
The Utility Emergency Service Fund (USEF) is another resource when you have
exhausted LIHEAP & CRISIS. Please stop by the Counselor’s Office to locate one
of their neighborhood offices.
Important CCT Center Ride Update Individual Random Ride Policy!
***Individual Random Rides are medical, church, or shopping outside of Center rides. In order to
schedule an Individual Random Ride for next day pickup members MUST inform Kerry Kay Gayle,
NBSC Receptionist, by 9:30 am the day before the ride. ***
Please remember if you need a ride for an Individual Random Ride or Group Trip there is a 5 bag limit when riding CCT.
All Group Trips will have a pickup time of 7:15 am. Unless otherwise stated.
If you need to cancel a ride please call CCT or cancel when the automated system calls.
PLEASE DO NOT CANCEL RIDES AT THE DOOR.
*** As long as transportation
funds are available.
NORTH BROAD STREET SENIOR CENTER MISSION
North Broad Street Senior Center (NBSC) is a community leader who involves older
adults, community partners and people of all ages in creating an active and vibrant
community where older adults are supported in their quest to remain
independent and encouraged to nurture and share their talents and interests, live
healthy lives and be active members of their community.
Advertise in the NBSC Newsletter
Our newsletter reaches approximately 1000+ older
adults and community members in the North Philadelphia
community. The NBSC Newsletter is published
monthly.
To advertise in our newsletter email:
Call 215-978-1300 for rates.
North City Congress 1438 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19121 Phone: 215-978-1300
NCC In-Home Support Program (IHSP)
If you or someone you know is 60+, has difficulty leaving home or is not able to leave home safely without help, lives in North Philadelphia and needs help to continue to
live safely and securely at home the In-Home Support Program may be able to help. This program can help with meals, medical rides, senior companions, minor home repairs and modifications, benefits and entitlements assistance and one time heavy cleaning and extermination. If you would like to learn more about the IHSP program you can talk to the NBSC Center Counselor or call the
IHSP Intake Line at 215-978-1360.
NORTH BROAD STREET SENIOR CENTER www.north-city.org
Please support the work of North City Congress and the North Broad Street Senior Center.
Give through the United Way Workplace Campaign NCC #90
Through a financial gift of thanks, honor or in remembrance of someone.
Donate when making purchases by signing up at www.iGive.com. Over 140 companies are listed.
Your gift helps support the many important and vital programs North City Congress provides for older adults in our community.
If you would like to give please send a check or money order through the mail to:
Attn: Executive Director North City Congress
Programs and services of North City Congress are funded by Philadelphia Corporation for Aging,
city, state and community grants, United Way, member and community donations.
