Inside This Exciting Issue:
Stroke Support Group
TechLounge 2016
Literary Gem
NEW Parking Info for 2016
St. Pat’s Party
NEW Discussion Grp!
Silvertones Rehearse
Don’t Be Scammed
Pickup Tabletop Game Info
T H E G R E E N W I C H S E N I O R C E N T E R
LANTERN “Exploring Your Horizons”
F E B R UA RY 2 016
299 Greenwich Avenue
Greenwich, CT 06830
Main Phone: 203-862-6700
Web Site:
www.greenwichct.org
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Wed, Feb 24, 2:15PM
February is American Heart Month:
Heart Disease & Stroke Risk
Jay Kane presents
Presidential Political Strategies
COMING SOON:
Feel Better On The Inside To Lead A
More Satisfying Life
DON’T BE SCAMMED!
THE SILVERTONES TAKE IT ON THE ROAD
2016 NEW PARKING REGS
The infamous Greenwich Senior Center singing group ―The
Silvertones‖ will be performing during the month of Feb.
Some of these musical folks appear on the left all smiles and
dressed to dazzle. Interested in becoming a part of this tal-
ented and fun group? Please contact Program Coordinator
Suzanne Testani at 203-862-6721 for further details
Very Important New Information For All Senior Center Members Who Purchase Parking Passes
The Town is no longer allowing Senior Center Members to park in the Havemeyer lot which
is located across the street from the Senior Center and to the right of the BOE Administra-
tion Building. The spaces on Greenwich Ave. between Elm and Havemeyer, to the left of
the Senior Center on Bruce Place, Mason/ Havemeyer (both feature Senior Center sign-
age) that remain appropriate for parking. Please renew your parking passes for 2016 in
the Senior Center Administration Office. If you have any questions, please con-
tact Senior Center staff at 203-862-6721 who will be more than happy to assist
you.
A senior who lives in the Fairfield County area, recently received a phone call from an ―IRS representative‖ informing them that their taxes are delinquent
and that the IRS figures from 2014 don’t match those of the 2013 IRS figures. The ―IRS representative‖ then went on to inform the individual to avert a call
to the local police, they must pay $3,004.79 immediately! The savvy individual didn’t fall for the scammer’s insistent performance, hung up on the caller,
and notified the police. Remember, scammers are very good at fooling people. They also want to rush you: scam artists want your money before you have
time to think. The following are safe contact sources if you think you may be a victim of a scam:
•Greenwich Police Department: 1-203-622-8006
•Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection: 1-800-842-2649
•To report Medicare and other health care related scams:
CT’s Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) program: 1-800-994-9422
•U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging - Fraud Hotline (toll-free)
Call: 1-855-303-9470
Online: http://www.aging.senate.gov/fraud-hotline
•Connecticut Attorney General’s Office: Call: 1-860-808-5354
•Better Business Bureau: 1-203-269-2700
SENIOR CENTER LITERARY GEM
GET FIT & HAVE FUN TOO!
TECHLOUNGE NEWS
The Greenwich Senior Center once again proudly presents WINTER SENIOR WATER
AEROBICS 2016! Certified Water Fitness Instructor/ Lifeguard Suzanne Testani will begin
the New Year with a lively workout in the cozy 84 degree indoor pool at the Boys & Girls
Club, located at 4 Horseneck Lane, Greenwich, CT. Water props, ample, easy-access free
parking, locker rooms and showers are available too. The free 6 week session is open to
Senior Center members and is held 10:30AM. Due to inherent inclement weather condi-
tions, please contact Suzanne @ #862-6721 for possible cancellations and make-up
dates. Ladies and gents are both welcome. Let’s get fit and have fun in the water folks!
Please bring your Senior Center key tags along to class each week.
Did you know we have a lovely library located in the Lounge on the Main Floor of the
Greenwich Senior Center? The books you see neatly aligned on the shelves are continu-
ously being categorized and replenished by a dedicated group of Greenwich Dump Volun-
teers. One such individual, Gerhard Peter meticulously arranges each book, and carefully
watches over the area making sure that all titles are situated in their proper categories.
Any book in the library (or those that make it to our infamous ―giveaway‖ table on the low-
er level right outside the elevator) are always free to take home and enjoy. You need not
return the book once its been read, but rather pay its words forward in a random act of
kindness to a friend, neighbor, or loved one.
The 2016 TechLounge classes will be featured in the monthly Lantern activities schedule.
Class are only $5 for Senior Center members and $10 for non-members. And, as always,
the FREE open computer lab is every Fri from 9:30AM until noon. Feel free to stop by and
practice your skills. You are invited to bring your own mobile devices to class or the lab.
Participants may also learn on our newly acquired Mac desktop computers! Regular Clas-
ses will resume this month, don’t miss the continuing free lab on Fridays for all your com-
puting needs.
FAM I LY CE N TE RS CAR ES TO SH ARE
The Greenwich Senior Center & Family Centers of Greenwich Present
55 & Better Meetup
with
Kelly Johnson, MSW
Join fellow Senior Center Members and chat about
anything on your mind in a safe, compassionate,
and secure setting.
10:00AM, 3rd Monday of every month beginning in March
Held on the lower level of the Senior Center in the Lions Den
SENIOR CENTER PROGRAM LINEUP Basic & Reg. Balance & Stretch & Core
Strengthening w/ Neville
Join Certified Personal Trainer Neville War-
burton for a creative approach to whole
body balance and core strength.
Bingo
Takes place on Fridays @ 10:30am.
Winners receive a small cash prize. Cost of
cards is 25 cents.
Bridge Play
Join other seniors for an afternoon of
informal bridge. Check calendar for game
dates and times.
Birthday Luncheon
Members’ birthdays are
celebrated on the last Tuesday of each
month with a free lunch, courtesy of the
GREATS.
(Sign up ahead at front desk is a must!)
B.Y.O.B. w/ Wendy Lee
―Build Your Own Back‖ pro active strength
and toning class to combat and prevent
back issues.
Chair & Floor Yoga w/ Paula & Jeannie
Jeannie Stevens and Paula Schooler bring
participants all the spiritual, physical and
mental benefits of Yoga in a chair and on
the floor! Held in the Main Dining Room/
Far Lounge. Check calendar for days and
times.
Chess
A group that meets to enjoy the game.
Chinese Brush Painting w/ Marianne
Create lovely works of Asian art w/ expert
demo and instruction. Materials provided.
Core Strengthening w/ Neville
Specialized movements that target trunk
muscles for a strong and healthy core.
Crosswords w/ Ed
Do the Intermediate level NYT Crossword
Puzzles with Ed Stein’s professional exper-
tise. Check calendar for dates and times.
Discussion Groups w/ Bob and Kelly
A safe environment to share and listen.
Lead by caring professionals. Check calen-
dar for dates and times.
Famous People, Places & Events
An informative monthly presentation/ dis-
cussion w/ professional lecturer Art
Gottlieb, CSA, MSW. See calendar for in-
teresting monthly topics.
Feldenkrais Style Movements For Arthritis
Join Instructor Wendy Lee Rosa for a series
of slow, static healing movements scientifi-
cally proven to combat arthritis pain in
seniors. Props and music are used for pro-
gram enhancement.
Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie & Paula
Hatha postures that challenge the body,
mind and spirit. Floor mat is required.
Garden Center Workshop
Held every month From Sept to March. Cre-
ate lovely live arrangements. Sign-up re-
quired. Limit: 18 participants.
Total Body/ Mind Wellness Programs
Credentialed professionals discuss modern
mind/ body health related topics. See cal-
endar for dates and times.
Italian Lessons w/ Luciana
Learn Italian grammar from
experienced educator Luciana
Orzano in a structured forum. Classes meet
every week.
Interesting Lectures/ Presentations/ Q & A
Professional guest speakers present on an
array of interesting and informative topics
of interest to seniors ranging from
healthcare to wellness, to history and na-
ture and elder law/ financial planning. Nev-
er a sales pitch. Forums are purely educa-
tional and never sales-oriented. Refresh-
ments & giveaways at many sessions!
Knitting / Needlework Groups
All levels welcome. Create any item of your
choice. Instruction offered on Wed morn-
ings w/ Debbie.
Live Entertainment
Talented musical artists perform for your
pleasure. Dance & sing the morning or af-
ternoon away! Check calendar for dates
and times.
Multi-Level & Beginner Art Classes w/ Chris
Both novices and experienced
artists are welcome. Some materials provid-
ed. Participate in local exhibitions. Peer/
professional assistance from expert Chris
Gordon available depending on the class.
NYT Crosswords w/ Ed Stein
Not your grandmother’s crosswords folks!
Check activities calendar for dates and
times.
Pickup Tabletop Games
Random card/ game sessions throughout
the day, Mon thru Fri. Scheduled activities
take room precedence.
Pilates Gold w/ Jeannie
Challenge your bod to stretch and tone. On
the floor, or in a chair. Mats required.
Quilting Corner
All are welcome to practice the lovely art of
quilting. Work on group projects or your
own!
Shopping w/ The TAG Bus Driver
Twice every month on Fridays go shop-
ping at Shop Rite of Stamford and once
per month shop at Walmart Rte.7 Nor-
walk on a Mon. Limit: 2 bags per per-
son. Sign up at the front desk. Check
calendar for dates. Limit: 20 shoppers.
Silvertones Choir
A group of enthusiastic seniors who
love to sing led by professional Music
Director Pamela Kuhn Travel to area
facilities/ organizations & events to
perform live! Two rehearsals per month.
Special Events/ Parties & Trips
Check the Lantern/ Center
flyers for upcoming fun
gatherings at very affordable fees.
Super Noggin
Total brain healthy living course. Evi-
dence based! 9 weeks for $20. See
staff for sign up.
T’ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn
Learn the moves and wellness benefits
of this ancient art from a Certified Mas-
ter. A safe form of exercise that
strengthens core balance, increases
mental function, and tones the body.
TechLounge
A variety of computing classes to meet
today’s demand. Only $5 per class.
Check Lantern calendar for class days
and times. Newly renovated!
Water Aerobics w/ Suzanne
Work out at the BGCG.
Word Games w/ Suzanne
Challenge your brain for prizes!
Check Lantern activity calendar for days
and times.
Zumba Gold w/ Wendy Lee
All the benefits of regular Zumba
for seniors now twice per week! Great
music & moves. We rock out to the lat-
est groovy tunes. It’s the real thing
folks!
HEALTHY YOU
The Greenwich Senior Center & Greenwich Hospital Present The
Stroke Education
&
Support Group
Please join us at the
Greenwich Senior Center 4th Monday of the month
Next Session: Feb. 24, 2016
2:15PM – 3:00PM - Far Lounge
Topic: Heart Disease & Stroke
Did you know: Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability among adults in the U.S.
Every 40 seconds someone suffers a stroke
80% of strokes can be prevented
Facilitated by
Sally Scannell, RN
299 ON THE AVENUE F E B R UA R Y 2 0 1 6
( C H E F S A S H A W N A ’ S M E N U I S S U B J E C T T O C H A N G E )
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
1
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Pasta Primavera
Stir Fry Vegetables
Cream Sauce
Buttered Rolls
Cookies
2
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Stuffed Cabbage
Tomato Sauce
Garlic Bread
Jell-O
3
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Liver & Onions
Brown Gravy
Mashed Potato
Cauliflower
Fresh Fruit
4
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Roast Pork w/ Brown Gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Glazed Carrots
Cream puffs
5
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Pesto Shrimp
Angel Hair Pasta
Sautéed Spinach
Lemon Pudding
8
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Stuffed Peppers
Marinara Sauce
Garlic Bread
Chocolate Pudding
9
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Lemon Chicken
Brown Rice
Steamed Cabbage
Rice Pudding
10
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Salisbury Steak
Mashed Potato
Peas & Carrots
Boston Cream Pie
11
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
BBQ Pulled Pork
Corn on The Cobb
Broccoli
Fresh Fruit
12
Valentine’s Day
Luncheon!
Menu TBA
by
Chef Sashawna
15
Presidents Day
Holiday
Senior Center
Closed
16
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Chicken Tenders
Honey Mustard Sauce
Sweet Potatoes
Spinach
Fresh Fruit
17
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Beef Hot Dogs
Baked Beans
Coleslaw
Chocolate Pudding
18
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Baked Ziti/
Meat sauce
Marinara
Broccoli
Garlic Rolls
Jell-O
19
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Baked Tilapia
Brown Rice
Stew Tomatoes
Lemon Meringue Pie
22
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Chili Con Carne
Baked Potato
Broccoli
Berry Parfait
23
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Oven Fried Chicken
Mac & Cheese
Green Beans
Birthday Cake & Ice
Cream
24
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Chicken Stir Fry
Brown Rice
Fresh Fruit
25
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Pork Chops
Baked Sweet Potato
Mixed Veg
Cookies
26
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Fish & Chips
French Fries
Coleslaw
Jell-O
29
Soup Du Jour
House Salad
Vegetable Lasagna
Marinara
Garlic Bread
Fresh Fruit
2016 FEBRUARY 2016 (Activities Are Always Subject To Change)
Monday Tuesday Wednesday T hursday Fr iday
9:45 Mutli Level Art Class & 1 Peer Critique with Chris Gordon
11:00 Basic Balance Class w/ Neville-LD
1:30 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-MDR
2:15 Feldenkrais Style Movements
For Arthritis w/ Wendy Lee-MDR
9:45 Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens 2
10:00 Quilting Corner-CR
10:45 T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play
1:00 Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL
2:00 Pilates Gold w/ Jeannie-FL
3
9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-MDR
10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL
1:00 Pickup Tabletop Games-Locations of Play Vary
1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa
9:30 Balance & Stretch Class w/ Neville-LD 4 10:00 Knitting
10:30 Senior Water Aerobics-B&G Club
1:00 Italian Lessons w/ Luciana-CR
1:15 NYT Crosswords w/ Ed Stein-MDR
2:15 ―B.Y.O.B.‖ w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-LD
9:30 Painting Session-CR 5
9:30 Core Strengthening w/ Neville
9:30 Free Open Computer Lab-TechLounge
10:30 Bingo!
1:00 Shopping @ ShopRite
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play-CR
9:30 Shopping @ Walmart 8
9:45 Mutli Level Art Class &
Peer Critique with Chris Gordon
11:00 Basic Balance Class w/ Neville-LD
1:30 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-MDR
2:15 Feldenkrais Style Movements
For Arthritis w/ Wendy Lee-MDR
9 9:45 Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens 10:00 Quilting Corner-CR
10:45 GREATS Open Meeting-MDR
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play
1:00 Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL
1:15 Garden Center Workshop: Terrarium-Craft Room
2:00 T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn
10
9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-MDR
10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL
1:00 Pickup Tabletop Games-Locations of
Play Vary
1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa
11
9:30 Balance & Stretch Class w/ Neville-LD
10:00 Knitting
10:30 Silvertones Rehearse-MDR
1:00 Italian Lessons w/ Luciana-CR
2:15 ―B.Y.O.B.‖ w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-LD
12
9:30 Painting Session-CR
9:30 Core Strengthening w/ Neville
9:30 Free Open Computer Lab-TechLounge
10:30 Bingo!
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play-CR
1:15 Art Gottlieb Presents on
Black History Month-MDR
15
Presidents Day Holiday
Senior Center Building Closed
9:45 Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens 16
10:00 Quilting Corner-CR
10:45 T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn
1:00 Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play
2:00 Pilates Gold w/ Jeannie-FL
17
9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-MDR
10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL
1:00 Pickup Tabletop Games-
Locations of Play Vary
1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa
9:30 Balance & Stretch Class-LD 18
10:00 Knitting
10:30 Senior Water Aerobics-B&G Club
1:00 Italian Lessons w/ Luciana-CR
1:15 NYT Crosswords w/ Ed Stein-MDR
2:15 ―B.Y.O.B.‖ w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-LD
9:30 Painting Session w/ Chris Gordon-CR 19
9:30 Core Strengthening w/ Neville
9:30 Free Open Computer Lab-TechLounge
10:30 Bingo!
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play-CR
1:00 Shopping @ ShopRite
1:15 Discussion Grp. W/ Bob & Friends-FL
22
9:45 Mutli Level Art Class
Peer Critique with Chris Gordon
11:00 Basic Balance Class w/ Neville-LD
1:30 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa
2:15 Feldenkrais Style Movements
9:45 Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens 23
10:00 Quilting Corner-CR
10:45 T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn
1:00 Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play
2:00 Pilates Gold w/ Jeannie-FL
24 9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-MDR
10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL
10:30 Beginner Art Class w/ Chris Gordon-CR
1:00 Pickup Card Games Play-LD
1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa
2:15 GHA Stroke Awareness Grp. Topic: Heart Disease & Stroke
25
9:30 Balance & Stretch Class-LD
10:00 Knitting
10:30 Senior Water Aerobics-B&G Club (Final Class)
10:30 Silvertones Rehearse-MDR
1:00 Italian Lessons w/ Luciana-CR
2:15 ―B.Y.O.B.‖ w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-LD
9:30 Painting Session-CR 26
9:30 Core Strengthening w/ Neville
9:30 Free Open Computer Lab-TechLounge
10:30 Bingo!
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play-CR
1:15 Political Strategies of the Presidential
Candidates w/ Jay Kane
29
9:45 Mutli Level Art Class &
Peer Critique with Chris Gordon
11:00 Basic Balance Class w/ Neville-LD
1:30 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa
2:15 Feldenkrais Style Movements
For Arthritis w/ Wendy Lee-MDR
Daily Pickup Table Top Games 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Locations of play vary: scheduled
activities take room precedence
2016 FEBRUARY 2016 (Activities Are Always Subject To Change)
Monday Tuesday Wednesday T hursday Fr iday
9:45 Mutli Level Art Class & 1 Peer Critique with Chris Gordon
11:00 Basic Balance Class w/ Neville-LD
1:30 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-MDR
2:15 Feldenkrais Style Movements
For Arthritis w/ Wendy Lee-MDR
9:45 Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens 2
10:00 Quilting Corner-CR
10:45 T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play
1:00 Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL
2:00 Pilates Gold w/ Jeannie-FL
3
9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-MDR
10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL
1:00 Pickup Tabletop Games-Locations of Play Vary
1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa
9:30 Balance & Stretch Class w/ Neville-LD 4 10:00 Knitting
10:30 Senior Water Aerobics-B&G Club
1:00 Italian Lessons w/ Luciana-CR
1:15 NYT Crosswords w/ Ed Stein-MDR
2:15 ―B.Y.O.B.‖ w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-LD
9:30 Painting Session-CR 5
9:30 Core Strengthening w/ Neville
9:30 Free Open Computer Lab-TechLounge
10:30 Bingo!
1:00 Shopping @ ShopRite
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play-CR
9:30 Shopping @ Walmart 8
9:45 Mutli Level Art Class &
Peer Critique with Chris Gordon
11:00 Basic Balance Class w/ Neville-LD
1:30 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-MDR
2:15 Feldenkrais Style Movements
For Arthritis w/ Wendy Lee-MDR
9 9:45 Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens 10:00 Quilting Corner-CR
10:45 GREATS Open Meeting-MDR
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play
1:00 Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL
1:15 Garden Center Workshop: Terrarium-Craft Room
2:00 T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn
10
9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-MDR
10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL
1:00 Pickup Tabletop Games-Locations of
Play Vary
1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa
11
9:30 Balance & Stretch Class w/ Neville-LD
10:00 Knitting
10:30 Silvertones Rehearse-MDR
1:00 Italian Lessons w/ Luciana-CR
2:15 ―B.Y.O.B.‖ w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-LD
12
9:30 Painting Session-CR
9:30 Core Strengthening w/ Neville
9:30 Free Open Computer Lab-TechLounge
10:30 Bingo!
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play-CR
1:15 Art Gottlieb Presents on
Black History Month-MDR
15
Presidents Day Holiday
Senior Center Building Closed
9:45 Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens 16
10:00 Quilting Corner-CR
10:45 T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn
1:00 Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play
2:00 Pilates Gold w/ Jeannie-FL
17
9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-MDR
10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL
1:00 Pickup Tabletop Games-
Locations of Play Vary
1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa
9:30 Balance & Stretch Class-LD 18
10:00 Knitting
10:30 Senior Water Aerobics-B&G Club
1:00 Italian Lessons w/ Luciana-CR
1:15 NYT Crosswords w/ Ed Stein-MDR
2:15 ―B.Y.O.B.‖ w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-LD
9:30 Painting Session w/ Chris Gordon-CR 19
9:30 Core Strengthening w/ Neville
9:30 Free Open Computer Lab-TechLounge
10:30 Bingo!
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play-CR
1:00 Shopping @ ShopRite
1:15 Discussion Grp. W/ Bob & Friends-FL
22
9:45 Mutli Level Art Class
Peer Critique with Chris Gordon
11:00 Basic Balance Class w/ Neville-LD
1:30 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa
2:15 Feldenkrais Style Movements
9:45 Chair Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens 23
10:00 Quilting Corner-CR
10:45 T’ ai Chi w/ Bill Wrenn
1:00 Floor Yoga w/ Jeannie Stevens-FL
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play
2:00 Pilates Gold w/ Jeannie-FL
24 9:30 Chair Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-MDR
10:30 Floor Yoga w/ Paula Schooler-FL
10:30 Beginner Art Class w/ Chris Gordon-CR
1:00 Pickup Card Games Play-LD
1:45 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa
2:15 GHA Stroke Awareness Grp. Topic: Heart Disease & Stroke
25
9:30 Balance & Stretch Class-LD
10:00 Knitting
10:30 Senior Water Aerobics-B&G Club (Final Class)
10:30 Silvertones Rehearse-MDR
1:00 Italian Lessons w/ Luciana-CR
2:15 ―B.Y.O.B.‖ w/ Wendy Lee Rosa-LD
9:30 Painting Session-CR 26
9:30 Core Strengthening w/ Neville
9:30 Free Open Computer Lab-TechLounge
10:30 Bingo!
1:00 Chess & Bridge Play-CR
1:15 Political Strategies of the Presidential
Candidates w/ Jay Kane
29
9:45 Mutli Level Art Class &
Peer Critique with Chris Gordon
11:00 Basic Balance Class w/ Neville-LD
1:30 ZUMBA Gold w/ Wendy Lee Rosa
2:15 Feldenkrais Style Movements
For Arthritis w/ Wendy Lee-MDR
Daily Pickup Table Top Games 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Locations of play vary: scheduled
activities take room precedence
HELPFUL SENIOR CENTER SERVICES Senior Center:
Open Monday thru Friday
9:00AM to 4:00PM
Front Desk 203 862-6700
Administrator
Laurette Helmrich 203 862-6720
Program Coordinator
Suzanne S. Testani, TRD, ADC 203 862-6721
Administrative Staff Assistant I
Deana Salerno 203 862-6700
Morrison, Inc. Food Services
Chef Manager
Sashawna Dacosta 203-862-6725
Commission on Aging (CoA):
Open Mon thru Fri
8:00AM to 4:00PM
Director
Lori Contadino, MS 203 862-6710
Administrative Staff Assistant II
Chicky Krois 203 862-6710
Greenwich Dept. of Health:
The Health Suite
is located on the ground floor of the Senior Center.
A Public Health Nurse is in on Tuesdays
from 12:30PM to 2:30PM—Free walk-in visits
Health Suite 203 862-6730
Dept of Health 203 622-7864
Luncheon by Morrison Foods, Inc.
A delicious hot meal is served Mon thru Fri at the Senior
Center between 12:00PM & 1:00PM. Please make reser-
vations the day before at the front desk until 11:00AM. If
interested in dining on a Monday, please call the Friday
before.
Reservations the day of the lunch will not
guarantee you a meal.
Noon meal prices: dining in: $4.00 to go: $4.25
Senior Tax Relief:
Applications for the State and Local Senior Tax Relief
must be submitted between February 1 and May 15.
Forms will be mailed to prior recipients and they may com-
plete the forms required, including copies of their income
tax return and social security documents and send them
to the Assessor before March 15. After March 15, the
completed applications must be dropped off at the Asses-
sors Office prior to the deadline of May 15. New appli-
cants may come to the Assessor's Office for assistance.
Assessor’s Office 203-622-7885
Social Services:
(Town Hall Number) 203-622-3831
Linda Sandiaes, MSW 203-622-7797
Senior Center Office Hours Thursdays: 9:00AM - 11:00AM
To make an appointment contact the CoA
203-862-6710
Rent Rebate: May 1 Through Oct 1
Mon (by appointment only) 10:30AM - 12:30PM to
2:00PM. Walk ins welcome no appointment needed
Office Hours: 10:30AM - 12:00PM
Contact: Jayne Wilson
Dept. of Social Service 203 622-6458
Energy Assistance: Nov 1 thru April 30
Mon (By App Only)
Shut-offs, out of oil, emergency issues
12:30PM-2:00PM
Dept. of Social Service 203 622-3800
Transportation:
Please sign up for transportation the day before you wish
to come to the center. Reservations can be made at the
front desk until 1:00PM
203 862-6700
In case of cancellation please call TAG
directly at: 203 637-4345
Utilize Senior Energy (USE):
An organization that posts jobs/ hires individuals aged 50
and up for paid/ volunteer positions.
Located on the ground floor of the Senior Center
Open Mon thru Fri 203-629-8032
Hours are 9:30AM to 12:30PM
Director
Michael Amoroso 203 629-8032
The Greenwich Senior Center & Greenwich Hospital Present The
Greenwich Hospital
Stroke Education
&
Support Group
please join us at the
Greenwich Senior Center Now the 4th Wednesday of the month in the Far Lounge
Next Session: Wed Feb 24 2:15PM – 3:15PM
Topic: Heart Disease & Stroke
Every 40 s
Did you know that:
Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability among adults in the U.S.
Every 40 seconds someone suffers a stroke
80% of strokes can be prevented
Facilitated by:
Marie Dalton, RN &
Sally Scannell, RN
Please contact GSC
Program Coordinator Suzanne Testani
@ 203-862-6721 for details.
The Greenwich Senior Center 299 Greenwich Ave. Greenwich, CT 06830
Announces a Special Presentation by:
Arthur N. Gottlieb, LCSW, CSA
I Have a Dream
Delivered on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial on August 28th, 1963 by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. the “I Have a Dream” speech remains one of the most famous ora-
tions in modern history, calling for America to live up to its founding ideals of equality for all, and the end of racial discrimination.
Friday February 12, 2016
1:15 pm to 2:15 pm
TechLounge Classes Beginning March 2016! For info and to get a detailed FALL SCHEDULE (Sept.-Dec.):
email [email protected] (or 203-862-6700)
TechLounge Lower Level, Greenwich Senior Center
299 Greenwich Avenue
Greenwich, CT 06830
Each class is 1:00PM-3:00PM and cost is just $5
for Senior Center Members and $10 for non-members.
FREE DROP IN PRACTICE LAB
EVERY FRIDAY 9:30AM-12:00PM
Classes Will Include:
iPhone Intermediate, Social Media, Facebook, Skype, iPhone Beginner, iPad Beginner,
Take Great Photos w/ iPad & iPhone
(This is a NEW class: use your eye to
take great photos!),
Travel w/ Mobile phone, Tablet, and much more!
Contact info: [email protected] or please call 203-862-6700
LEARN THE FACTS FROM THE ADA
The Greenwich Senior Center Presents
Begins Thursday March 24, 1:15PM-8 Week Informative Course!
Intervention/Workshop #1– Diabetes 101:
Description – general overview of diabetes
Types of Diabetes statistics for seniors
Intervention Workshop #2– Healthy Food Choices:
Description – Learning to prepare and eat healthier foods
Importance of carbohydrate counting
Intervention Workshop #3– Diabetes & Depression Among Older Adults:
Description – Understanding the warning signs of depression and learning tools to help relieve stress and
anxiety
Intervention Workshop #4– Complications (Neuropathy and Diabetes):
Description – Understanding nerve damage and learning the symptoms
Intervention Workshop #5– Diabetes & Foot Care:
Description –Understanding Proper Foot care for Seniors Living with or at Risk for Diabetes
Learn three (3) ways to prevent a foot wound
Performing a comprehensive foot exam
Serious foot care mistakes seniors living with diabetes commonly make
Intervention/Workshop #6– Getting Physical – The importance of physical activity in reducing glucose
levels among seniors:
Description –Physical Activity via music
Learning simple exercises/physical activity seniors can do at home during the cold season
Intervention Workshop #7 – Medications & Diabetes: Description – “Ask the Pharmacist.”
Identifying certain drug interactions
Understanding insulin
Questions to ask your pharmacist
Intervention/Workshop #8:– Caregiving – Raising Diabetes Awareness and Learning Strategies in
Caring for Those with Diabetes.
Description – As a caregiver for a senior living with diabetes, how can you reduce the stress associated with
caregiving. Learn the basics of diabetes management and understanding diabetes.
Understanding the link between diabetes and dementia
Learning to use a diabetes meal plan
The Greenwich Senior Center Invites You to the Annual
St. Patrick’s Party
at the
Greenwich Senior Center
Dance the afternoon away to live entertainment featuring Mike Rinaldi, tradi-
tional Irish fare, giveaways, and TAG transportation available.
Thursday March 17, 2016
11:00AM to 2:00PM
Price: $14 pp
HELPFU L SE N I OR CE N TE R INFO
HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER:
Membership is free to any Greenwich Resident aged 55 or older. Our hours of operation are Mon thru Fri 9:00am - 4:00pm. Come in
and see a friendly staff member who will register you and provide a tour. Stay for lunch and see why we’re the best kept secret in Town.
Joining is easy! See any Senior Center staff member and we’ll enter you in the MySeniorCenter database. You will also be issued a key
tag for our MySeniorCenter swipe system at no charge. There is a $5 fee to replace lost key tags. Just swipe the card at the screen in
our front lobby, choose your activities for the day on the touch screen, and you’re good to go! It’s our mission to keep the process very
user-friendly and welcoming. We also offer annual parking passes that must be renewed each Jan for $5. Your current CT license plate
number is required to obtain a pass.
HOW TO HAVE BREAKFAST AND OR LUNCH WITH US:
The Senior Center is serving a continental breakfast menu along with our complete noon meal daily. Luncheon includes: soup of the
day, house salad, entrée, dessert and refillable beverage during the breakfast/ lunch hour. The fees are as follows and payable by
cash, check, or pre-paid tickets:
COFFEE $ .75 (includes free refills)
MUFFIN or TOAST W/ COFFEE $1.00
LUNCH $4.00
TO GO LUNCH $4.25
PRE PAID LUNCH COUPON BOOKS $80.00 (FOR 20 LUNCHES)
If you’re dining with us or taking it to go, please sign up at the Front Desk or place your order over the phone the day before by calling
203-862-6700. Monday’s lunch sign up list will be available on the previous Friday. Lunch signup ends each day promptly at 11:00AM.
If you decide to order a luncheon item off the alternative menu, you must do so before 11:00AM. Absolutely NO changes will be accept-
ed after that time. Please be advised that if you sign up the same day as you wish to have lunch we cannot guarantee you a meal for
that day. Also, due to the increased volume of lunches served, we may run out of an item on the menu. Please be advised that substi-
tutions may occur. For your convenience, we offer ―To-Go‖ Lunches for an additional 25 cents. They are packed standard and no substi-
tutions are allowed. Please indicate if you choose to dine in or take out when signing up on the phone or in person at the front desk. To-
Go Lunches must be picked up between 12:30PM and 1:00PM, are subject to availability, and cannot be held. If you care to take home
an additional to-go meal, you must wait until everyone has been served. Lunch Tickets are non refundable due to loss or theft and are
not redeemable for cash at any time.
EXCITING SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES:
Classes, performances, professional lectures, health forums plus WiFi are free of charge and open to any Senior Center Member.
Due to space limitations, we occasionally require sign ups prior to a specific program or event which is done on a first come, first
served basis. Activities are advertised in the monthly Lantern Newsletter, event flyers, daily/ Sunday Greenwich Time Senior Page/
Greenwich Post/ News/ Sentinel/ Citizen newspapers, Greenwich Patch online, WGCH AM 1490 Radio, Constant Contact, all of the
Town’s libraries, Greenwich Town Hall, our Facebook page, and The Official Town of Greenwich Web Site.
SENIOR CENTER PARTIES, TRIPS & EVENTS:
Although the majority of our programs are free, there are fees associated with our trips and theme/holiday parties. A staff member will
be available Monday thru Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm to assist with trip/ event sign-ups and table assignments. Fees are payable by
cash or check. Please make checks payable to: ―Senior Citizens GREATS Club–Old Town Hall‖ or for your convenience, we can stamp
the check for you. If you would like to send a check in to reserve your seat, simply contact Program Coordinator Suzanne Testani at
203-862-6721 to inquire about event availability/ seating arrangements and TAG transportation. The Senior Center is not responsible
in whole or in part to trip participants for any loss or damage to persons or property. There are No Refunds, No Party Reservation Trans-
fers, and No To Go Meals at any Senior Center Events.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICE:
Bus service to and from your home to the Senior Center is provided daily Monday thru Friday by the Transportation Association of
Greenwich (TAG). Your arrival at the Center is approx. 9:00 am and departure is at 2:45 pm. Please sign up for transportation the day
before you wish to come to the Center. Reservations can be made at the Front Desk until 1:00 pm or call 203-862-6700 the day be-
fore to have your name placed on the transportation list. In case of cancellation please call TAG directly at 203 637-4345.
POLICY AND PROCEDURE MANUAL:
Senior Center Policy & Procedure Manuals are available for review at the Front Desk or in the Program Coordinator’s work area. They
can also be purchased for $5.00 a copy.