OUR PLACE, OUR TIME

A PUBLICATION OF THE MEDFORD COUNCIL ON AGING

MEDFORD SENIOR CENTER, 101 RIVERSIDE AVENUE, MEDFORD 02155 TELEPHONE: 781-396-6010 FAX: 781-395-8912 CITY HALL T.D.D.: 781-393-2516 WEB SITE: WWW.MEDFORD.ORG E-MAIL: MEDFORDCOA@VERIZON.NET

AUGUST 2013
MSCI 2013 Fundraiser Meat Bingo Will be held on Friday October 18 from 6pm to 9pm at the Medford Senior Center $3.00 per person admission Lottery Tree Door Prize 15 games starting at $1.00 each, 50/50 and Raffle baskets Tickets on sale at 101 Riverside Avenue or call 781-396-6010 for more information

Diversify Your Portfolio: For People Over 50 Join Chris Grande, MSIM, RMA
of Walnut Hill Advisors on Thursday August 15th at 1:00pm. Topics will cover:
Various types of bonds and their risks & rewards ,Income alternatives to bonds Stockswhy we buy them ,How stocks can help and hurt an income portfolio

Refreshments will be provided Call 781-396-6010 to reserve your seat

HOME MAINTENANCE Carl will be available to help with home maintenance that will help our seniors stay in their homes longer. 781-396-6010 for your appointment Attorney John Donahue from Gosselin, Moschella, Kyriakidis ,P.C. Law For Life 10:30am on August 20th, Attorney Donahue will be available for 15/20 minute sessions, free advice and or information. Do you have questions about a will that was executed years ago? Have you recently undergone a major life change? Are you looking for information regarding Medicaid applications? Call for an appointment 781-396-6010. Legal Assistance, TriCAP Atty. Jayna Stafford on Wednesday August 14th, starting at 10 am Call 781-396-6010 for an appointment. Tri-Cap Legal Services for low-income residents. Legal Services provided by Dale Tamburro, PC, will be available on August 13th for personal one on one sessions beginning at 10:00am. Please Join Chris Grande on August 15th at 1:00pm for a free Seminar diversify Your Portfolio: For People Over 50. Light Lunch will be served, please call 781-3966010 to reserve your seat today. Reflexology with Jane Aire Beckwith, MsT AMTA certified and licensed will be offering reflexology on Monday August 5, 19. Reflexology provides deep relaxation on your hands or feet, strengthens immune system, and improves your health. Mondays from 12:30 to 2:30. She offers 20 minute sessions for $15. $5 deposit is required when making appointment which will be applied to balance.

Meet Donald Loring Brown author of The Morphine Dream at the Medford Senior Center on Thursday September 5th from 10am to 12noon. Mr. Brown's background reveals a struggle for self-awareness and a record of overcoming hardships that life has dealt him. This motivational speaker will speak on many areas that has fascinated many. Call 781-396-6010 to reserve a seat today. My Life, My Health, And Chronic Disease Self-Management Program will be lead by Amy Lord from Mystic Valley Elder Services. A six week workshop will begin on September 12 at 10:00am for approx 2 1/2 hours each session. The program provides information and teaches practical skills on managing chronic health problems. CDSMP also gives people the tools and motivation they need to manage the challenges of living with a chronic health condition. Please call 781-396-6010 to reserve your seat today. Get Healthy this summer with Dr. Tim! Dr. Tim Bodzioch will be visiting our center on August 20th at 12:30pm to discuss how chiropractic care can help seniors. All attendees are eligible for a free exam, consultation and x-rays. Coupons as well as informative materials will be passed out at the time of the presentation. Call 781396-6010 to reserve your seat today. SunBug Solar September 4th at 11;30am-come learn how you can take advantage of a great opportunity to install solar on your home, non profit or business in Medford at a significantly discounted price. Medford was selected to participate in a state-sponsored, limited time program that offers great pricing on solar systems. The Citys Director of Energy & environment and a representative from the Citys selected installer, SunBug Solar, will speak about Solarize Medford and how you can take advantage. Call 781-396-6010 to reserve your seat today.

Mass Audiology will offer free hearing screening on August 14th from 11am to 12n. Do you experience ringing in your ears? Do you hear better with one ear than the other? Call 781-396-6010 to reserve your free test today conveniently located at the Medford senior center. Dr. Carl Conui Podiatrist is available for appointments at the Medford Senior Center on September 16th at 1:00pm. Insurance accepted or $30 for visit. Call 781396-6010 to set your appointment or to answer any of your questions.

Morning Meditation & Self-Care August 28th at 9:00am. Mary Sbuttoni will lead this group starting with a warm up/self care technique to relax and release tension, and a meditation and mindfulness exercise. The basics of meditation will also be explained $5.00 for one hour. Join Safety Net and the Medford Police Department on August 6th at 1:30pm for a Topic that is very important to us all. Too often we read or hear about the person that wanders away from their caregiver only to be found days later, deceased or not found at all. Learn how members of the Medford Police, Middlesex County Sheriff's Dept. and the MA State Police can bring them home safe and sound. Please call 781-396-6010 to reserve your seat today.

AARP- Youve Earned A Say Session - August 21st beginning at 10:30am. AARP fights on issues that matter to you and your family. Join AARP for a conversation about the future of Medicare and Social Security. Get the facts about current options on the table to change the programs for current retirees, veterans, and future generationslike the Chained CPI. Book a seat now 781-396-6010 Foxwoods$25.00 per person next trip on Monday August 12th. The bus will depart at 7:45am. Upon arrival you will receive $10 food voucher and $15 keno match play. A minimum of 30 passengers required. Future dates September 16, October 7, and November 4. Tickets on sale today Twin Rivers and Tom Jones Tribute Tuesday September 24th. $73.00 per person includes roundtrip motorcoach, buffet luncheon & show and $10 in bonus Play with time at the casino. Tickets available August 1st. White Mountains & Christmas December 2nd-4th. $385.00 per person based on double occupancy. A deposit of $50.00 per person is required at time of deposit. Tour includes motor coach ride, deluxe accommodations at the White Mountain Hotel & Resort, great meals, Holiday entertainment shows, guided tour, and more. See Eleanor for further details on reserving your seat. Deposit of $50.00 person required at time of reservation, final payment is due by October 15th New Years Eve Day Trip December 31st, Danversport Yacht Club features The Italian Crooner Gian Faraone. $73.00 per person includes transportation, luncheon, show, orchestra, party favors & champagne toast. Meal choice of either boneless breast of chicken or Baked Scrod; plus salad, vegetable, potato, dessert coffee & tea. Tickets available August 15th.