Weekly News for Residents 55+
News for Residents Age 55+
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Huge thank you to The Lost 45's Host Barry Scott for getting us rocking with his history of Pop Music and Trivia Event. Nearly 50 residents joined in for this special luncheon at Town Hall.
Upcoming Weekly Senior Luncheons. Please remember to ensure we have enough food, your reservation for lunch must be made by the prior Wednesday. You can sign up at the luncheon or by reaching out to Chuck at [email protected] or 978-649-4514x223
August 6th- It's a "Summer Vacation" day for our Council on Aging volunteers so there will be no lunch served. Bring Your Own Lunch and Play Games at the Library.
August 13th- Taco Bar Day! We have switched the date of the New! Poker Game to this date. If you would like to come to learn or join in on a Poker Game, please let us know when making your reservation for this luncheon.
August 20th- BRUNCH! Join us for breakfast for lunch with Cheese Omelet, Turkey Sausage, Potatoes and Ratatouille.
August 27th- Pizza Party
Save the Date- Wednesday September 10th for a special excursion to Sea glass Restaurant at Salisbury Beach. This special event will be $35.00 if you are interested in joining, please contact Chuck if you are interested in learning more or attending.
Bone Builders Excercise Class is free to residents at the Dunstable Public Library on Wednesdays at 10:30 A.M. and Friday at 11:15 A.M. If you have not participated before, please feel free to stop by to observe and pick up enrollment paperwork.
Due to feedback, we are hoping to continue to offer the Fit Over 50 "Barre Fusion Class" that takes place each Monday at Town Hall (Lower Level) at 11:30 A.M. We need a minimum of 8 people who are willing to commit $35 to a 5 week session that will take place August 11, 18, 25 and September 9, 15th to run this program. Payments can be made at Town Hall by Cash or Check made out to "Dunstable Council on Aging" on the Upper Level . We understand this is a short period of time, but we want to respond to the feedback that you wanted to see this program continue without interruption. We have added one more FREE class for those who want to try etc. on Monday August 4th. A Council on Aging representative will be present at the end of the class to collect any payments. Out of respect to the instructor we will need 8 commitments by close of Business on Wednesday to ensure the program continues the following week.
The Groton Dunstable Summer Theater camp is putting on a performance of The Addams Family Musical, and will be having a dress rehearsal on Wednesday morning July 30th starting at approximately 9:30 AM. that you are welcome to observe for free. The Full production takes place July 31 and August 1 at 7pm, and August 2 at 2pm. Tickets for seniors are only $5. This will take place at the GD Performing Arts Theater at the Middle School.
New England Botanical Gardens- A group of Dunstable Seniors are hoping to carpool and head to the New England Botanical Gardens on Tuesday September 30th as part of an AARP promotion. If you have an AARP membership you and 5 guests can go for free. While not an official Council on Aging event, we are happy to help connect residents who may want to participate. Send an email to [email protected]
The Monthly Wellness Checks at the library have been suspended for July and August. This is due to a staffing issue as well as uncertainty of federal funding. We are hopeful that this program can resume in the future. Also our monthly Tech Support from Dean Lotito is taking a hiatus until the fall as well. Dean continues to make himself available by calling him at 781-367-4791
Confused about Medicare? Considering enrollment? Unsure about what to do?The SHINE Program can help. SHINE: Serving Health Insurance Needs of Everyone…on or eligible for Medicare Are you, a friend or a loved one turning 65 or already 65, considering retirement, and/or simply confused about Medicare? You are not alone! A SHINE counselor will explain your options and answer your questions. Learn about the structure of Medicare, when to enroll, and helpful tips to choose plans that suit you, your lifestyle, and your Medicare insurance needs. Sessions will be presented by a certified SHINE Counselor who provides unbiased Medicare health insurance information and will help guide you through your Medicare options. Join an Intro to Medicare session with a SHINE counselor on a Wednesday evening on Zoom, 5:00-7:00 pm: July 16, August 13, September 17, October 22, November 19, December 17.
Call SHINE at 978-946-1374 to request the link to be sent to you via email, or to talk with a SHINE counselor.
For reservations, questions, suggestions etc. Contact Chuck Raffoni, Council on Aging Director
[email protected] or 978-649-4514 x 223