Weekly News for Residents 55 plus Week Ending July 11th, 2025
Council On Aging News for Week Ending July 11, 2025
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Time is running out to take advantage of the Ring Security Device Program that provides free of charge Residents 60 and over 2 RING Devices ( Camera/Doorbell) , installation and a lifetime free subscription. This is an incredible program and opportunity from AgeSpan. The program ends at the end of the month. If you are interested contact Molly at 978-651-3033 and let her know you are a Dunstable Senior interested in the progam.
Next week, our senior luncheon will be at the Dunstable Public Library on Wednesday July16th. Lunch will be Tortellini Salad with Grilled Chicken. While reservations are typically closed by this time, we do have a few spaces available so if you didn't register and would still like to come please message Chuck no later than Noon Time on Monday July 14th.
Upoming Luncheons :
July 23rd Pizza Party
July 30th Summer BBQ featuring Music Trivia and Memories with BARRY SCOTT - the host of the Nationally Syndicated Radio Show "The Lost 45's" made possible by a grant from The Mass Cultural Council. Reserve at the weekly luncheon or contact Chuck. You won't want to miss this special event that covers music from the 40's through the 80's! A fun event for our boomers and Gen Xers!
Senior Luncheon Poker Game & Tutorial : A senior resident is looking to have a monthly Poker Game after the senior luncheon and is willing to teach those might want to learn. The first will be held on the August 6th Senior Luncheon. We need 5-7 people to participate. Please message Chuck at the contact information below if you are able to commit to joining us that afternoon. We still need a few more to join in!
Reservations for Senior Luncheons, now must be received by the end of the luncheon the week prior. You can reserve at the library or contact Chuck at the information below.
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.
In addition to the ongoing Bone Builders Program we are offering two FREE exercise classes run by the YMCA of Greater Lowell through the end of the month. These classes take place on the lower level at Town Hall. Mondays at 11:30 A.M. is Barre Fusion - which combines movement with light weights, it's been described as similar to bone builders but more of a challenge and is attracting those on the younger range that COA supports. Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. is Zumba Gold- all the fun and dancing of a traditional Zumba class but geared for those 55 plus but open to any adult residents who would like to attend. Out of town guests are welcome to join for $10.
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