THE November 2014 NETWORK Newsletter of the Town of Amherst Department of Senior Services Pamela M. Krawczyk Director Gayle Thornton, Assistant Director 370 John James Audubon Pkwy * Amherst, NY *14228 (716) 636-3050 Barry A. Weinstein, M.D. Supervisor From our Director “Be thankful for your allotment in an imperfect world. Though better circumstances can be imagined, far worse are nearer misses than you probably care to realize.” ― Richelle E. Goodrich, Smile Anyway: Quotes, Verse, & Grumblings for Every Day of the Year A famous motivational speaker once posed the question “Is thankfulness a survival skill?” Perhaps most of you would initially respond the same as me and say that thankfulness is not essential to survival. Once you reach a certain age, many of us have already solved the necessary problems of survival, gone beyond that and are now working to achieve our current goals, dreams and ambitions. But this speaker also provided the audience with a key phrase: “Learn to be thankful for what you already have, while you pursue all that you want.” Too often we forget that the greatest and perhaps one of the simplest lessons in life we can learn is to be thankful for what we have already received and accomplished. Both the years and the experiences have brought me here to where I stand today, but it is the thankfulness that opened the windows of opportunities, of blessings, of unique experiences to flow my way. My gratitude starts with my parents who raised me and gave me an incredible foundation that has lasted me all of these years and continues with the mentors that I've met along the way who absolutely changed and revolutionized my life. I did not accomplish anything without the loving and giving people who were willing to give to me. Because of all that has been given to me, I want to share with others. Another key survival skill is producing. One you are productive, you will find that you have more than enough to share with other. I think back to our family peach tree as an example. Once the crop was ready, my mom canned some for the winter, made some preserves, baked some pies and more importantly shared the abundance of fresh fruit with neighbors. They often reciprocated with their own homemade items or their own harvest of produce. This is the beginning of an incredible process of giving and receiving. Begin the act of thanksgiving today and watch the miracles flow your way. On behalf of the entire staff of The Amherst Center for Senior Services, I wish you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving and express our gratitude to each member and volunteer for making our Center the tremendous place that it is – we appreciate each and everyone of you! Pam The Amherst Center for Senior Services is a SMOKE-FREE BUILDING. UPCOMING EVENTS – Make Reservations at Information & Assistance Desk 636-3055 ext. 3108 DINNER SEMINAR ON ESTATE PLANNING Wednesday, November 12 at 6:00 p.m. presented by AXA Advisors. Reservations at 636-3055 ext. 3108. WILLIAMSVILLE ART SOCIETY HOLIDAY SHOW—RECEPTION: Sunday, November 2, 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the Amherst Senior Center. Chinese Auction, Awards & Refreshments. Show runs until Wednesday, December 3. ART OPENING Wednesday November 5, 6:00 -7:45 p.m. Art Exhibit by Ron Palmiere. MEMBER ORIENTATION Thursday, November 13 at 10:00 a.m. All new members are invited; current members are welcome to attend for a refresher. Meet some of the staff and learn about the programs, clubs, classes, services and volunteer opportunities available. Make your reservation at 6363055 ext. 3108 for both orientation and lunch. TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES Thursday, November 13 at 12:45. p.m. Are you thirsty for knowledge and love to travel? Come learn about the Road Scholar Program. Road Scholar is a not for profit educational travel program offered in the United States, Canada and Internationally. Make a reservation at 636-3055 ext. 3108. VETERANS DAY Monday November 10, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm “Thank a Vet” Discount Program. Erie County Clerk’s Office is hosting this program where veterans can receive significant benefits and discounts on purchases and services. Informational tables will be available from Veterans One Stop Center of WNY and NY Division of Veterans Affairs. COUPS FOR TROOPS - Coups For Troops was created by a stay-at-home mom, trying to save money for her family by couponing. Their mission is to assist soldiers by making their lives and their families’ lives a little easier by shipping coupons right to their door. The Amherst Senior Center will accept coupons (up to 3 months after expiration date) to donate to soldiers and their families. We will mail all the donations on Monday, November 24 at 12:45 p.m. Anyone looking to help with the mailing please sign up at the I&A Desk or call 636-3055, ext. 3108. PINTEREST CRAFTS- Looking for a fun easy craft? Join us Tuesday, November 25, at 11a.m. Fee is $1.00. Look for the completed craft at the Volunteer Desk. Wreath Making- Did you know you can make a wreath out of coffee filters? Join us on Monday, December 1, at 12:45 p.m. Please make your reservations at the I&A Desk, 636-3055, ext. 3108. CANDYMAKING Tuesday, November 18 at 12:30 p.m. in classroom #2. Looking for volunteers to assist in making candies to be sold. Proceeds to benefit the Amherst Senior Center. RSVP at 636-3055 Jennifer ext. 3112 or Joanne ext. 3107. GIFT WRAPPING – Need a hand wrapping those holiday presents? Bring the gift on Wednesday, December 10 from 11:00 a.m. -12:00 noon. You bring the gift and box and we’ll supply the rest. No fee! SAVE THE DATE BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Saturday, December 13 from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Pancake breakfast, crafts, games Mr. No the Balloon Guy & of course a visit from Santa himself 10-11:00 a.m. All ages event & open to the community. Reservation required 636-3055 ext. 3108. NEW OPTIONS from AMHERST SENIOR TRANSPORTATION SERVICES (ASTS) In addition to providing van service to the Amherst Senior Center and all your medical appointment needs, Amherst Senior Transportation Services now offers van service from your home to your local grocery store. For information and to inquire what services you are eligible for please contact Amherst Senior Transportation 636-3075 2 Contents Book Club .....................................5 Camera Club ................................11 Class Information ..........................6 Director’s Article...........................1 Club Information .................... 8&9 Games We Play .............................5 Health Related News .....................4 In Memoriam .................................7 Lunch Information ........................4 Movies ...........................................5 New Members .............................10 Social Discussion Groups ..............5 Social Worker News & Support Groups .....................7 Special Activities....................... 2-6 Volunteer News .............................9 NUTRITION LUNCH PROGRAMS & ANNOUNCEMENTS 636-3059 for Reservations & Cancellations— Call 24 Hours in Advance ARE YOU REGISTERED? Anyone who eats lunch here on a regular basis needs to register with the Erie County Stay Fit Dining Program. Those who are not registered will be contacted to complete a short form. LUNCHES ARE SERVED at noon each weekday the Center is open and require reservations. at 636-3059 24 hours in advance. All residents age 60 or older are eligible to participate in the Nutrition lunch program. RESERVATIONS & CANCELLATIONS Call 636-3059. Unless you make a reservation for lunch at least 24 hours in advance we cannot guarantee that a lunch will be available. To enable our Nutrition Staff to plan more efficiently, it is just as important to cancel if you have a reservation and are unable to attend. LUNCH COST - A confidential, voluntary donation of $3.00 per person is suggested by the Erie County Department of Senior Services, not the Amherst Senior Center. OUR SALAD OPTION - We try to serve a salad at lunch once each week. Salad may be ordered by calling 636-3059 or you can stop by at the Welcome Desk. Salads are in place of the regular entre. VETERANS DAY LUNCH at noon Monday, November 10. Complimentary Lunch for all Veterans. Reservations required by calling 6363059. THANKSGIVING LUNCH Tuesday, November 25 at 11:45 a.m. Please come join us for a traditional and festive meal as we give thanks for our blessings, including our friends we have made at the Center. Enjoy the music of strolling violinist Peter Van Scozza. BIRTHDAY LUNCH—members are entitled to a free lunch the month of their birthday. For your free coupon, please see Joanne ColeMarshall in the Program Office. Monday Turkey w Gravy 3 Sliced Cranberry Sauce Tuesday 4 Stuffing, Peas Mashed Sweet Potatoes Applesauce 10 Cheese Tortellini Parmesan Sauce Seasoned Spinach Sliced Carrots Orange Veterans’ Day Beef Pepper Steak Broccoli Rice Wax Beans Strawberry Bavarian 24 Veal Parmesan Penne pasta Tomato Sauce Broccoli Chef Salad Cookies Thursday 5 Meat & Cheese Lasagna 6 Breaded Pork Chop Breaded Pork Chop Stuffing Sweet Potato Spiced Apples Banana 25 Sliced Turkey w Gravy Cranberry Sauce Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes Butternut Squash Pumpkin Pie 13 Red Potatoes, Harvard Beets Chocolate cherry Cake Alternate Salad Chicken Salad 19 Stuffed Pepper With Meat Sauce Mashed Potatoes Peas Lorna Doones Rotini & Meatbals Country Cottage Vegetables Chef Salad Ambrosia Boneless Chicken Breast Mashed Potato Carrots Applesauce 27 Beef Stroganoff Egg Noodles Cauliflower, Baby Carrots Strawberry Cake 3 7 Chicken Cutlet Macaroni & Cheese Broccoli Peaches 14 Bnls Chicken Breast Cauliflower Mixed Vegetables Brown Rice Ice Cream 21 20 26 Friday Cinnamon Apples Butternut Squash Creamy Dill Cabbage Gingerbread Cake Bean Medley Grape Juice Fruited Gelatin 12 Knockwurst &Sauerkraut 11 All Menus are subject to change Wednesday Election Day 18 17 MENU UPDATE—The current menu is posted at the front Reservation/Reception area where you make your lunch reservations, at the Dining Room entrance, and on the Town of Amherst Website: www.amherst.ny.us. The upcoming week’s menu is also published in the Senior News section of The Amherst Bee. Baked Tilapia/ Wiith Seafood Sauce Rice Pilaf, Coleslaw Stewed Tomatoes & Zucchini Cookies Alternate Salad Chicken Pasta Salad 28 Thanksgiving Thanksgiving HEALTH RELATED NEWS & PROGRAMS Make reservations at the Information & Assistance Desk, 636-3055 ext. 3108 HEALTH FAIR Wednesday, November 5, from 9:00 a.m. -noon. Presented by nursing students from NCCC. Reservations are needed for all of the following. Make them at the I&A Desk or call 636-3055 ext. 3108 LUNCH SEMINAR: AUDIOLOGY SERVICES AND HEARING CARE—Thursday, November 6 at 12:00 noon. The more you understand about your level of hearing loss and the technology options available to you, the greater the chances that you will hear your best. Dr, David Nelson from Audiology Service Associates will educate you to make informed choices about your hearing care. KIDNEY DISEASE Tuesday, November 18 at 10:45 a.m. Learn about kidney disease, dialysis and various stages. Presented by Kidney Smart. AGING IN PLACE How to maintain your independence and stay at home longer Thursday, November 20 at 11:00 a.m. Presented by First Light Home Care. SAFETY AT HOME- Friday, November 14 at 10:45 a.m. Presented by the Alzheimer's Association. BEATING DIABETES/NEUROPATHY Friday, November 21 10:30 a.m. Diabetic Neuropathy is a common complication of diabetes. Learn ways to prevent or slow down its progress and live a healthy life style .Dr. John Zilliox is the presenter. HEALTHY EATING FOR THE HOLIDAYS Friday, Nov. 21 at 10:45 a.m. Learn the basics to weight management (or even weight loss) while still enjoying the fun, food and festivities of the holidays. We’ll give tips on how to avoid overdoing it, including recipes and ways to make your favorite holiday foods fit into a healthy eating plan. Presented by Blue Cross/Blue Shield. HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION SEMINARS Univera Wednesday, November 5, - 2:00 p.m. United Healthcare Friday, November 14, - 2:00 p.m. Blue Cross Blue Shield Wednesday, November 19, 4:00 -7:00 p.m. Independent Health Monday, November 24, 9:30 a.m. HEALTHY TIBITS at 11:30 a.m. in the Dining Room Wednesday, November 12 Monday, November 17 WHEELCHAIR VAN SERVICE for Amherst residents who are 55-years-old or older, and who meet certain guidelines is available for medical appointments for a reasonable fee on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 4 ASTS at 636-3075. Aging from the Neck Up Health Expo Saturday, November 15, 9:00 a.m.-noon: Retina Care Dentistry Dermatology Hearing Low Vision Physical Therapy & More Saralyn Notaro Rietz, MD, an ophthalmologist with over 15 years of experience specializing in diseases and surgery of the retina and vitreous, is hosting this free health fair at the Amherst Senior Center. It features several area businesses and physicians with expertise in retina care, dentistry, dermatology, hearing, low vision, physical therapy and others, as they relate to the aging process. Many professionals will be giving informative talks and are available for Questions and Answers during the fair. Aging from the Neck Up is free and open to the public. Please RSVP to guarantee a seat but walk ins are welcome. Call 839- 9009 to reserve your seat today! Don’t miss this one of a kind event! For more information about Dr. Notaro Rietz and the health fair please visit backoftheeyemd.com. AN ASSISTIVE LISTENING DEVICE is available for programs scheduled in the Lunch Room and Activity Rooms A and B upon request with a $25 deposit or your driver’s license. AMHERST POLICE WANT YOU TO KNOW AND BE AWARE OF THE FOLLOWING SCAMS The caller claims: • A relative has been arrested , is in jail and needs to have money wired to bail them out. • A relative has been in a car accident and needs money for a tow truck or to have their car fixed. Do not act immediately even if the callers says they are a relative, bail bondsman, or even a police officer. He/She is from the U.S. Department of State or Homeland Security and will ask you to have money wired to prevent your Passport from being revoked. If you are selling items through classified ads or the internet never accept a check for more than what you are selling the item for. As an example: A buyer offers you a check for $1,000 for your $100 item and tells you to keep $200 extra for your trouble; just send him/her a check for $700. The $1,000 check will bounce and you will be out $700 for the check you sent. Do not believe these callers; ask for a phone number to return the call and contact the Buffalo Regional Office of the NYS Attorney General’s Office at 716-853-8404, if you feel it is a scam. MOVIE MATINEES - at 12:30 p.m. Seating is limited; so please RSVP. Make reservations for movies at the I &A Desk, 636-3055, ext. 3108 up until 11:00 a.m. the day the movie is scheduled to be shown. All movies are shown on the projector screen in Activity Room A. Closed captions are displayed when available. Hearing devices are available with prior notification. Popcorn is 50 cents per bag prior to the show. Monday, November 24 Million Dollar Arm starring Jon Hamm, Alan Arkin, and Suraj Sharma. In a last ditch effort to save his career as a sports agent, JB Bernstein concocts a scheme to find baseball's next great pitching ace. Rated PG, 2 hours and 4 minutes. Friday, November 7 Chef starring Jon Favreau, Sofia Vergara and Bobby Cannavale. When Chef Carl Casper suddenly quits his job at a prominent Los Angeles restaurant after refusing to compromise his creative integrity for its controlling owner, he is left to figure out what's next. Rated R, 1 hour and 55 minutes. Movies are free and everyone is welcome to attend, but people’s tastes vary. Please review the ratings before attending. If a movie is not what you expected, offends you, or makes you uncomfortable, you can certainly leave. Wednesday, November 12 Love Punch starring Pierce Brosnan and Emma Thompson. A romantic caper about Richard and Katie a divorced couple who after his pension is stolen by an unscrupulous businessman, reunite to steal it back. Rated PG 1 hour and 34 minutes. GAMES WE PLAY COME TO THE LOUNGE AND PLAY A GAME! MIND TEASERS will help boost your brain and engage your mind! Stop in, give your brain a dose of exercise! Monday, November 3, at 12:45 p.m. Thursday, November 20, at 12:45 p.m. Wednesday, November 19 Tammy starring Mellissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone. After losing her job, and learning her husband has been unfaithful, a woman takes to the road with her hard drinking Grandmother. Rated R, 1 hour and 37 minutes. PARTY GAMES Head Bands - Wednesday, November 5, at 11:00 a.m. Taboo - Friday, November 14, at 12:45 p.m. Head Bands - Friday, November 21, at 12:45 p.m. SOCIAL DISCUSSION GROUPS BOOK LOVERS CLUB —Thursday, November 20 at 10:00 a.m. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize, Annie Proulx's The Shipping News is a vigorous, darkly comic, and at times magical portrait of the contemporary North American family. In this touching novel set among the fishermen of Newfoundland, Proulx tell the story of Quoyle. From all outward appearances Quoyle has gone through his first 36 years on earth as a big schlump of a loser. He's not attractive, he's not brilliant or witty or talented, and certainly not the usual type of main character in a novel! But Proulx creates a simple and compelling tale of Quolye's psychological and spiritual growth. Along the way we get to look in on the maritime beauty of what is probably a disappearing way of life. There is no fee to attend, but members are encouraged to read books prior to attending meetings. WII BOWLING at 12:30 Wednesday November 5,in the Craft Room Friday, November 7, in Health Resource Room Wednesday November 12, in the Craft Room Friday, November 14, in Health Resource Room Monday, November 17, in the Craft Room Friday, November 21, in Health Resource Room Wednesday November 26, in the Craft Room BINGO Thursday, November 6 at 12:45 p.m Monday, November 17 at 12:45 p.m. Join us for fun regular bingo. Prizes will be 25¢ per win. You can purchase up to four boards for 25¢ a board. Reservations are needed for Bingo. Make them at the I&A Desk or call 636-3055 ext. 3108 and check in which Room it is being held. COFFEE KLATCH HEALTH RELATED PAMPHLETS are located in the Health Resource Room for your convenience. IN CASE OF ILLNESS OR ACCIDENTS AT THE CENTER: Please go to the Main Reception Desk immediately and report any problems. Please note that our staff is trained to handle emergency situations and keep the person comfortable until further help arrives. Thursday, November 6, 11:00 a.m. Monday , November 17, 11:00 a. m. Join us in the Dining Room to share what’s going on within the Center, topics in the news, and more. Get to know the Center better. Meet new people. Feel free to drop in for this informal chat. 5 UNIVERSITY EXPRESS—NO CHARGE Make Reservations at Information & Assistance Desk 636-3055 ext. 3108 FREE Lifelong Learning for Adults Age 55+ is offered through UNIVERSITY EXPRESS, with stimulating academic classes, free of charge, to older adults. Topics include History, Science, Current Affairs, Humanities, Life Enrichment and Wellness. Wednesday, November 5, 6:00 p.m. Chanel. Presented by Eileen Angelini, Pain & Neuropathy—Guy Wolfe, MD Professor of French at Canisius. from UB Medical School, discusses diagnosis and treatment of pain. Friday, December 5, 12:45 p.m. Maya Angelou’s Life & Works - Linda Drajem, Thursday, December 4, 12:45 p.m. — writer and retired English Instructor at The Evolution of French Fashion—from Buffalo State College, gives an overview the second Empire to present day. of this remarkable woman’s life. Emphasis is on major designers like Coco Winter Registration 2015 Update The Winter 2015 Trimester begins Monday, January 5 & ends on Friday, April 24. The Winter CATALOG is on-line. If you completed a Green Form, requesting a Class Brochure be MAILED to you, you should have received it in October. CLASS REFUNDS: Prior to the first session of class, all course withdrawals and /or transfers will be subject to a $5 processing fee. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN AFTER THE FIRST SESSION OF CLASS, EXCEPT FOR MEDICAL REASONS. If you are uncertain that a particular course is for you, we encourage you to audit the class, prior to registering. AUDITING A CLASS: Members are invited to audit a class of their choice on a space available basis. Auditing a class permits the participant to observe only, but not physically participate in the class. If interested, please stop at the I & A Desk and ask for a guest pass. FEE WAIVERS: Are available for members having difficulty meeting class costs. Applications are available in the Social Work Office . For current fee waiver members: If you have not already verified your 2014/2015 program eligibility, it is necessary to do so prior to registering for your Winter trimester classes. For more information please contact Deborah Zimmerman or Angela Jones at 636-3055, ext. 3130 or 3129. All information will be kept confidential. HEALTH INSURANCE REINBURSEMENTS: Members are responsible for checking with their carrier to see if a portion of their Physical Fitness, Health and SelfImprovement fees can be reimbursed. If you plan to submit for reimbursement, please check the box on the registration form and submit a stamped, self-addressed envelope so a receipt can be mailed to you. FEE STRUCTURE AARP Smart Driving PROGRAM: If you are a Senior Center member and belong to AARP, the fee is $20. You must include your AARP membership number on your check and registration form. If you are not an AARP member, the fee is $25. ADVANCE Winter 2015 Registration for Amherst Resident Members only, BEGINS MONDAY, November 10. Although NO Winter registrations will be processed prior to that date. For your convenience a “drop-off drum” will be placed in the front entrance of the Senior Center beginning Monday, November 3. Please place your sealed envelope marked “Winter 2015 Registration” in the drum. All Registration Forms received the week of November 3 will be considered the first day’s mail. OPEN Registration for Non-Members and Non-Amherst Resident Members BEGINS MONDAY, December 1. Please be sure to register on time. Make checks payable to the Amherst Center for Senior Services and write a separate check for each class you register for. We will accept one check per class from a married couple, when both are registering for the very same class. If you would like confirmation, please include a selfaddressed, stamped business envelope with your registration form. Please note a variety of classes, programs, and specials are offered on Wednesday evenings. As always . . . Be sure to check The Network for monthly specials! READ THE NETWORK and be informed of monthly events at the Amherst Center for Senior Services. The Monthly issue is available to be picked up—FREE—at the Center, at Town Libraries and Adult Living Facilities. The Town of Amherst also posts the newsletter, calendar and menu on the website: www.amherst.ny.us. This notice does not apply to members of the Travel Club and Senior Supper Club, since a portion of their dues covers receiving a copy of The Network in the mail. MAILING SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR 2015– You can have The Network delivered to your home for $6.00 a year. Subscriptions run from January through December. Mail or bring the form below, along with a $6 check payable to Amherst Center for Senior Services, to: Heidi Kunz, Amherst Center for Senior Services, 370 John James Audubon Parkway, Amherst, NY 14228. GENERAL MAILING SUBSCRIPTION FOR 2015 Name ________________________________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________ Zip Code ______________________ 6 Telephone # _____________________ BOOK & MAGAZINE POLICY Amherst Center for Senior Services Telephone Numbers Center for Senior Services Offices ............................. 636-3050 Amherst Adult Day Services ...................................... 689-1403 Amherst Senior Transportation Services Reservations ......................................... 636-3075 Amherst Meals on Wheels ........................................ 636-3065 Amherst Senior Citizens Foundation, Inc. ............................. 636-3055, ext. 3125 Nutrition Lunch ......................................................... 636-3059 Senior Outreach Services ........................................... 636-3070 Special Event Reservations ...................... 636-3055, ext. 3108 Support Groups (information) .................................... 636-3050 ♦ ♦ ♦ IN MEMORIAM We extend our sincere sympathy to the families and friends of these members who recently passed away: Nelson J. Bieger, Donald H. Farr, Marie F. Fricano, Lillian Hafner, Gladys R. Harbison, Helen A. Hoffman, Morton S. Klayman, Marjorie M. Klementowski, Jutta (Betty) Krieger, Bess Siska, and Anne F. Wald, ♦ ♦ Donated books are for sale in the Center’s Library. Magazines for members' use are available in the Library with the exception of current issues of The New Yorker and Smithsonian, which are available at the Welcome Desk and need to be signed for and returned to the Welcome Desk. Magazine subscriptions are made available to members through the generous support of the Amherst Senior Citizens Foundation, Inc. Do not bring in old magazines—we prefer that you recycle. “Heart Beats In Our Time” An Anthology of the Creative Writers group is available to be checked out. Please inquire at the I & A Desk. SOCIAL WORKER NEWS—call Deborah 636-3055, ext. 3130 or Angela ext. 3129 The Center has two Social Workers available to assist members with personal or family concerns, or to provide information and referral to community services. Deborah Zimmerman, our Full-time Social Worker, can be reached at 636-3055, ext. 3130. Angela Jones is available from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at 636-3055, ext. 3129. Social Workers can meet with anyone who has a need on a one-to-one basis. Some of the services provided include: ♦Counseling Services—Discuss any concerns or problems you may face. Confidentiality is strictly maintained. ♦An Employment Board for Seniors filled with opportunities for full and part-time employment is located outside of the Social Workers office, across from the Dining Room. Opportunities currently available are posted. ♦Health Insurance Information Counseling—HIICAP—A Health Insurance Information Volunteer is available by appointment only. ♦Ιnformation and applications for HEAP and EPIC are available. ♦Get Well/Thinking of You—Let staff know if members are sick or hospitalized so we can send a card to remind them they are cared about and missed. ♦Support Groups are organized to assist our members through difficult times. HIGH ELECTRIC BILLS? You may be eligible for the Empower Program from NYSERDA. If you receive HEAP, or your household income is below 60% of the state median income ($56,951), you live in a building with less than 100 units, and have moderate to high energy bills, call Senior Outreach Services, 636-3070 or Social Work, 636-3055 ext. 3130 or ext. 3129 for assistance with the application process. SUPPORT GROUPS CAREGIVERS—Wednesday, November 19, at 1:00 p.m. Call Deborah Zimmerman, 636-3055, ext. 3130 for information. WIDOW/WIDOWERS—Will not be held in November as the center is closed November 11 for Veterans Day CANCER SUPPORT GROUP—Will no longer be meeting. Deborah Zimmerman at 636-3055 ext.3130 or Angela Jones ext. 3129 are available for counseling or information as the need arises. 7 AMHERST ADULT DAY SERVICES (AADS) AADS provides services to people who need assistance with daily activities like eating, walking, and personal care, or who need supervision. Our clients engage in stimulating and entertaining activities and are provided with meals and medication supervision. We will provide loving care for your family member in our clean, secure environment while you run errands, attend to medical appointments, or just take a break from providing care. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, call Karen Mitchell, Director, at 689-1403, Ask about our free trial visit. SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP) is the name for the Food Stamp Program. that helps low-income people buy nutritious food. Apply on line at myBenefits.ny.gov. or you can call Senior Outreach Services, 636-3070. SENIOR CENTER CLUBS AMHERST LADIES GOLF LEAGUE The 2014 season concluded with a luncheon at the Family Tree Restaurant. Winners of the Herky Moses Tournament were: Low Gross– Flight A: Joanne Welchofff, Flight B: Joanne Fechter, Flight C: Mary Ann Young. Low Net– Flight A: Rita Maranto, Flight B: Diane Goff, Flight C: Agnes Cobler. Golf will resume in the Spring. Any Questions: Mary Ann Young, 639-1169. AMHERST RECORDER CONSORT - Fridays, 9 a.m. - Call Fern Smith, 633-6325. AMHERST SENIOR MEN’S GOLF LEAGUE— call Rich Marcille, 634-3669 for questions. AMHERST SENIOR SINGERS - Wednesdays, 12:45 p.m. Call Carol Mayo, 632-3929. AMHERST TUNE-UPS- Mondays, 1 p.m. Singing songs from the 50’s, 60’s, &70’s. Call Dan Brown, 692-3660. BIKERS CLUB– Club will resume in the Spring. Thanks to leader Pat Pendrak for a great first season. . BILLIARD ROOM Center members play pool in the billiard room anytime except during scheduled Men’s Pool Tournaments or on Wednesday mornings on the 2 designated Women’s Pool Tables. BRIDGE CLUB - Fridays, 1 p.m. – Terry Florek, 839-3628. BOCCE CLUB - Tuesdays at 1:00 at Basset Park. Call Nancy Haug, 6322765. BOOK CLUB - 3rd Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Janice Dunne, 8322245. CAMERA CLUB 2nd Tues, 1 p.m. & 4th Wed. at 6:30 p.m. Call Ron Storfer, 633-5203. CANASTA CLUB - Mondays, at 12:30 p.m., - Kay Ullman, 634-7580. CHESS - Tuesdays, 12:30 p.m. –Call Bill Rich, 634-6884. CREATIVE WRITERS GROUP 1st and 3rd Monday at 10:00 a.m. to noon. Contact Paula at 464-3985. CRIBBAGE - Thursdays, 1 p.m. - Call Al Benz at 688-8786. DOMINOES - Mondays, 12:30 p.m. Call Jean Hallac, 6886895. DUPLICATE BRIDGE - Thursdays, 9 a.m. No Partner needed. Not ACBL sanctioned. We play for fun. Call Dave Stroud, 633-9338. EUCHRE CLUB - Tuesdays, 1:00 p.m. Dorothy, 639-0430 or Dolores, 636-6147 GENEALOGY CLUB– Meets Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Questions, contact Ken Blackwell, 634-9651. KNITTING CLUB Tuesdays, 9 a.m.– Library MAH-JONGG CLUB Tuesdays, 1 p.m. Kay, 634-7580. MUSIC COMBO Fridays, 12 Noon. Carol, 688-7679. OPEN CARDS Monday, Tuesday, Thursday afternoons & Friday mornings. Card Room. PING PONG/TABLE TENNIS 12:45-4:00 Tuesdays & 9:30 a.m. to noon Wednesdays & Fridays in the Health Resource Room. Contact Joanne Cole-Marshall 636-3055 ext. 3107. Safe, comfortable footwear is required to play. PINOCHLE CLUB Wednesdays, 12:45 p.m.- Nancy Haug, 632-2765.Pinochle Lessons on Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. If you want to refresh or learn how to play pinochle, call AnnMarie 626-5022 or Linda 626-4904 QUILTING CLUB Mondays, 12:30 p.m. - Classroom 4. READER’S THEATER Fridays, 1 p.m. - Members perform various skits. Call Carol Ennis, 688-7679. RUMMIKUB CLUB Fridays at 1:00 p.m. Any questions, contact Mary Migliore at 240-1101. Experience not needed. Beginners welcome. SCRABBLE CLUB Thursdays, 12:30 p.m. Carol Hensel, 689-7417. STAINED GLASS Thursdays- 9 a.m. Call Tom Richards, 832-5641 WOODCARVING Tuesdays, 9 a.m. - Jean Pierre Aubertin, 632-3540. WALKERS GROUP Returns in the Spring. Any questions contact Bill Albrecht at 565-0634. Thanks to leader Bill Albrecht for a great season. AMHERST SENIORS DINNER CLUB Your Dinner Club membership number is required to receive the member price. Guest price applies to anyone who is not a paid member for the current year. Membership fees must be renewed each year. Call Myra Horowitz, 634-9223. Dinner choices: Cut out this coupon and MAIL with your check payable to: Amherst Seniors Dinner 1. Beef Marsala Club to: Eve Schohn, 32b Georgian Lane, Williamsville, NY 14221 (568-1273) 2. Chicken Cordon Bleu 3. Breaded Pork Chop w Stuffing Monday, November 17, at 5:00 p.m. 4. Parmesean Crusted Panga ( baked, The Grapevine Banquets (Former Hearthstone Manor) mild fish similar to Grouper) 333 Dick Road, Depew Dinners include: Soup, Salad Roll/Butter, Cheddar Mashed Potatoes, Specialty Dessert, Coffee/Tea Tax & Gratuity is included. Cash Bar. Members $26.00 Guests $28.00 Circle Dinner Choice and Category Name ____________________________ 1 2 3 4 Member Guest 2 3 4 Member Guest Member ID#__________ Only reservations received by mail by November 7 will be accepted. The Senior Center does not forward/process Dinner Club reservations. Make checks payable to: Amherst Seniors Dinner Club. Name _____________________________1 Member ID#__________ 8 Total Amount Enclosed ________ AMHERST SENIOR TRAVEL CLUB Travel Club meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m. at the Center. Information and flyers are also available on the Travel Club Bulletin Board at the Center and in the website issue of our newsletter at the Town of Amherst Internet site: http://www.amherst.ny.us/ First priority for all trips is reserved for paid Travel Club members. DAY TRIPS REQUIRE FULL PAYMENT WITH RESERVATION unless otherwise specified on the flyer. A phone reservation requires full payment within 14 days. Call Audrey Cherry at 688-7059 for more information and check out the bulletin board for flyers and applications. Upcoming Trips Thursday, December 11—Big Band Christmas Spectacular Two – at SUNY, Fredonia. Includes lunch at Colony Restaurant in Silver Creek. $75 per person. **All trips to/through Canada require a passport, passport card or enhanced Driver’s license. Friday, December 19—Holiday Pops with The Buffalo Philharmonic Coffee and Donuts before the performance and lunch at the Grapevine Restaurant‘s Banquet Room afterward. $79 per person. Save the date for Amherst Travel Club Annual Holiday Party Sunday, December 7 at Sean Patrick’s AMHERST CENTER CAMERA CLUB NEW MEMBERS WANTED! Are your vacation pictures still stuck in your camera? The Camera Club is the place for you! Here, you can get help, information, and inspiration YOU are invited to drop in at our open meetings because extraordinary pictures can come out of ordinary cameras. Wednesday, Nov. 19, at 6:30 PM: "Latest Trends in Photographic Equipment” by Keith Foss. Keith has lived and taken photographs in Western NY for over 40 years. For the past 10 years he has been assisting photographers with their skills at Continental Camera. He has spoken about photography in adult classes, camera clubs and various groups on diverse topics such as: macro and close-up photography, lenses, landscape and night photography. He will familiarize us with the latest trends in photographic equipment. Submit up to 4 digital images for critiquing. Wednesday, November 12, at 1:00 p.m.: “How to Get High Impact Images” by Mike Dziak who has been active in the NFRCC and other camera clubs for over 30 years. A past instructor in Photography at UB. He has given lectures on Night Photography at the Niagara Frontier Camera Club convention, and the Kodak Camera Club, has won top awards in prints, digital images and slides at the NFRCC convention as well as the New England Camera Convention Member of the National Press Photographers Association. He will address every photographer’s ultimate aim: to get the image with the greatest “wow”! Submit up to 4 digital images for critiquing Come on in and enjoy wonderful photography and learn more about what we do. It's all about photography and having fun. Please mark your calendars for the NFRCC FALL SEMINAR on November 22 from 8am to 4:30pm at Michael’s Banquet Facility, 4885 Southwestern Blvd., Hamburg, NY 14075. More information is available at http:// www.nfrcc.org/ VOLUNTEER NEWS—Call Jodi Kwarta at 636-3055, ext. 3126 CAFÉ HELP NEEDED. We will soon lose Café volunteers to the fair weather of Florida for the entire winter and this will leave us precariously short. Café volunteers are trained to use a simple cash register and assist customers as needed. All you need is great customer service skills and a willingness to provide a terrific experience for our members. We need to fill both a Monday and/or Friday shift from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This position is a great opportunity to be of service and you get to work closely with the Kitchen Staff—which makes it fun! If interested, please stop by the Volunteer Office. There will be a CLUB SALE on November 24 & 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Your holiday shopping time is already running out so take advantage of the beautiful items made by our extraordinary Knitting Club, Quilting Club, and Cards by Fran. You will find unique items made with uncompromising quality. BAKER’S RACK SALE on Tuesday, November 25 . Stop by to satisfy your sweet tooth and take something home to share with friends and family for the Thanksgiving holiday. No one has to know that you left the baking to our talented In recognition of VETERAN’S DAY, we are collecting volunteer bakers. personal care and other items for our Veterans during HAPPY THANKSGIVING! We take this opportunity to November. Donations of NEW socks, undershirts, sweat express our appreciation to each and every one of our amazing pants/tops and other clothing items are greatly appreciated. volunteers. Whether you serve here at the Center or Please drop items in the barrel clearly marked in the Main somewhere in the WNY Community, we are so grateful to you Lobby. All items will be donated to the Buffalo VA Hospital for the difference you make. Keep doing what you’re doing— and will be distributed to those who have served us so we couldn’t be any more thankful and proud. The Volunteer heroically. Services Department Staff wish you and your families a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday! 9 ACCESSIBLE PARKING The accessible parking spaces in the Center lot are for individuals with an accessible license plate or hang tag. It is illegal to use someone else’s permit or park with an expired permit. There is a minimum fine of $50-$75 plus a $30 surcharge for a first offense. When you see the symbol of access on a parking space, be considerate of others’ special needs and park in the regular parking spaces. This law is enforced. Amherst Town Clerk staff will be at the Center on Friday, November 21, 10:00 – noon to provide Accessible Parking Permits. Applications are available at the Welcome Desk and must be signed by a doctor. SPECIAL NOTICES CENTER CLOSING: Please conclude activities by 4 p.m. and be prepared to leave so that preparations for locking the Center by 4:15 p.m. can be made. IN CASE OF ACCIDENT OR ILLNESS... If you are present when a member becomes ill, or falls, please notify a staff member and leave the area so that staff can help the individual. TO HELP US BETTER ASSIST YOU IN AN EMERGENCY, let us know if you have a new address, contact information, or health condition. Information is kept confidential, and may be given in person or by telephone to a staff member who knows you. FIRE DRILL & BUILDING EVACUATION PROCEDURES: Diagrams that show evacuation routes are posted in each room. For the safety of all, please act quickly when the alarm sounds. Your cooperation will help insure everyone's safety The LOST AND FOUND AREA is located at the Welcome Desk. Items are held for 30 days. The Center is equipped with SECURITY CAMERAS which provide 24 hour video recording both inside the premises and outside. WE WELCOME NEW MEMBERS who recently joined the Senior Center: Rozalind Adams, Emily Balbuzowski, Kyung Barback, Eunice Benedetto, Loretta Benintende, Arlene Benson, Patricia Boreanaz, Suzanne & Anthony Breckner, Doreen Brockman Gold, Gladys Buongiorne, Carrie Calabrese, Mary Calleri, Eileen Cassidy, Rachel Cohen, Yoshiko Connolly, Constance Cuviello, John Dio, Jeanette Donnelly, Ruth Dresaler, Dorothy Eckl, Marie Edmister, Danne Farrell, Ronald Fill, Sandra Flanders, Mary Fetes, Esther Floss, Mary Flynn, Alberta Fuller, Ronald Galloway, Helen Gleason, Albert Gold, Ann Gregoire, Rebecca Grosso, Jane Hance, Thomas Hark, Sharyn Heim, Judy Hendee, Richard Hendler, Ruth Johnston, Marilyn Jones, Karen Kelley, Linda Kendall, Shelly Kerker, Margaret Kocher, Clara Kochmanski, Regina Krane, Kenneth & Mary Kurtz, Susan Lawson, Jacqueline Lockman, Angela Lococo, Kathleen Macaluso, Irene Masino, Jean Matuszak, Barbara Mayer, Rosemary Mayne, Patricia McCarthy-Hohl, Gerald McKenna, Mary McOmber, Ingeborg Meisner, Edward Michalowski, Jeanette Mikolajczak, Mary Miller, Anthony & Josephine Morace, Eloise Moran, Dwain Morris, Lorraine Nagel, Paul & Mildred Nikischer, Eleanor Niesciur, Lois Niland, Victor Norton, Carolann & Robert Ogle, Marjorie Olson, Rita Peiffer, Alfonso Pepe, Kathleen Petko, Jean Pritchard, Janet Reidell, Michele Schultz, Ruth Scott, Rhea Sette-Ducati, Dorothy Smith, Anita & Robert Smith, Suzanne Strauss, Theresa Striegel, Pamela Szymanski, Alicia Talvi, Caroline Tempeny, Alex Thompson, Eleanore Tomczak, Jeannette Travis, Theresa Unger, Melanie Was, Irma Weimer, Lois Weir, Theresa Wesley, Wallace Wigdorski, Sylvia Wilkinson, Gladys Wrafter, and Orfina Zdarsky. PLEASE SHARE YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS WITH US! We will only use your e-mail address for Amherst Center for Senior Services communication purposes only (updates, advocacy, etc.). Kindly e-mail: permission to add your e -mail address to . mmilligan@amherst.ny.us Thank you! Visit our Facebook page at: https:// www.facebook.com/amherstseniorservices/ FARMERS MARKET Thursdays 9 a. m. to 1 p. m. at the front entrance Farmer’s Market Coupons accepted Amherst Center for Senior Services Open Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.- 4:15 p.m. Evening Hours on Wednesdays depending on scheduled activities 10 SANTA IS COMING! SANTA IS COMING! The Senior Center Santa and his elves will deliver gifts and holiday cheer to School 30 Pre-K children in December. A Giving Tree is located outside Activity Rooms A & B. Gift tags are on the tree with a child’s name, age and boy or girl. Please choose a special gift tag and purchase a gift for that child. All gifts should be placed in the box next to The Giving Tree with the gift tag attached no later than Friday December 5th. Please do not wrap your gift; Santa’s elves will take care of all the wrapping. Gift suggestions to consider: books, games, stuffed animals, small toys. Please limit gifts to no more than $10 per child. The Amherst Center for Senior Services has been designed to serve senior citizens. For everyone’s safety and for liability reasons, we cannot accommodate children in the building, except for specifically designated events or by prearrangement. The Amherst Center for Senior Services values your health and well-being and is a Smoke Free Zone. Smoking is not permitted within 25 feet of outside entrances, operable windows, and ventilation systems of enclosed areas. For more information on smoking cessation programs, contact your health insurer or American Cancer Society 101 John James Audubon Pkwy., Amherst, NY 14228 (716) 689- January 1-December 31 2015 11 12 13
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