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PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES

AT THE

SALTMARSH SENIOR CENTER

81 Washington Street Ext.

Nantucket, MA 02554

508-228-4490

Open Mon.-Thurs., 8:00am-4:30pm, Fri., 8:00am-4:00pm

Laura Stewart - Program Coordinator

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CENTER CLOSED

MONDAY, JANUARY 2, 2017

AND

MONDAY, JANUARY 16, 2017

Saltmarsh Senior Center

Inclement Weather Policy

When the Nantucket schools are closed, the Council on Aging activities and programs are cancelled. However, the Senior Center building will remain open, and Council on Aging staff will report unless the Town Hall is closed. Please listen to the local radio stations for updated information.

Hi Everyone,

Here is our new format for the Saltmarsh Gazette! I hope you all like it!

January is the month for new experiences, so come on down to the Saltmarsh for an exercise class, dinner, Men's Breakfast or join us for a game, lecture or art project. The center is a great place to exercise your mind and body while meeting new and old friends!

Laura, Program Coordinator

JANUARY ACTIVITIES

NANTUCKET HIGH SCHOOL IT CLUB

THURSDAY, JANUARY 5, 2017 FROM 3:00-4:00pm.

S tudents from the Nantucket High School IT Club will be at the

Saltmarsh to answer your questions about you Ipad, Cell Phones, Lap Tops Tablets. Call 508-228-4490 to sign up.

No walk-ins.

BOTANICAL CANDLE MAKING: A HISTORY AND DEMONSTRATION

THURSDAY, JANUARY 19, 2017 AT 1:30pm.

In the late 1700's, the spoils of the whaling industry led to the rise of a prominent candle making industry on Nantucket. Even today an artisanal candle industry continues to exist, and many islanders produce this traditional craft both for personal use and sale. In this month's program we will briefly present the history/methods of Nantucket candle making, talk about the factors contributing to the historic rise of the island's candle industry, and then make our own candles! As we take you through the candle making process, we will also teach you about the botanicals used to scent candles, some of which are the same plants that were used in the whaling days. Although we will be using modern materials/methods, this program will bring us together as a community in a similar way to how candle making did hundreds of years ago.

Call 508-228-4490 to sign up.

WINTER WONDERLAND PINE CONES

FRIDAY, JANUARY 20, 2017 FROM 1:30-3:30pm.

Your home may seem a little bare after all the holiday decorations are packed away. Drop in to the Saltmarsh between 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm to make this lovely door hanging to welcome the winter weather with a little cheer. All materials and supplies will be provided, but if you have some pretty ribbons in whites or blues or silver, bring them to the class. We will have an assortment of pine cones as well, but if you have some bring them to share as well. Enjoy a cup of hot cider as you work on this fun project.

Fee: $2.00 payable to instructor

Call 508-228-4490 to register.

SALTMARSH DINNER

MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2017 FROM 5:00-6:00pm.

Join Saltmarsh members as they enjoy a delicious meal of Spiral Ham, Macaroni & Cheese, String Beans with salad, rolls & beverage. Dessert will be prepared by ...

$4.00/person.

Reservations are required. Call 508-228-4490.

CAPE ORGANIZATION FOR THE RIGHTS OF THE DISABLED PRESENTATION

THURSDAY, JANUARY 26, 2017 AT 1:30pm.

Come learn about the free services they offer.

Call 508-228-4490 to sign up.

MENS BREAKFAST

FRIDAY, JANUARY 27, 2017 AT 8:00am.

Come enjoy a delicious, nutritious breakfast prepared by Charles Manghis, while socializing and meeting new friends!

$3.00/person.

Reservations are required. Call 508-228-4490.

RUMPOLE OF THE BAILEY SERIES

EVERY FRIDAY FROM 1:00-2:00pm.

All Rise! The Critically Acclaimed Legal Drama, RUMPOLE OF THE BAILEY, Holds Court on DVD. An immensely popular series broadcast on PBS from1978 to 1992, RUMPOLE OF THE BAILEY set a new bar for all courtroom dramas to come. Balancing suspense and satire as deftly as the scales of justice, Horace Rumpole tirelessly defends the downtrodden while undressing the upper class. A timeless mixture of comedy and drama, RUMPOLE OF THE BAILEY was one of television's most celebrated courtroom drama. Flawlessly adapted by John Mortimer from his best-selling, Edgar Award-winning novels, and starring the esteemed Leo McKern (A Man for All Seasons), this 14-disc DVD Megaset includes all 42 episodes from seven seasons of RUMPOLE OF THE BAILEY.

Titles for this month:

Friday, January 6, 2016: Rumpole and the Heavy Brigade

Friday, January 13, 2016: Rumpole and the Man of God

Friday, January 20, 2016: Rumpole and the Case of Identity

Friday, January 27, 2016: Rumpole and the Show Folk

Call the Saltmarsh at 508-228-4490 to register.

FUN AND GAMES

CONTRACT BRIDGE

MONDAYS & FRIDAYS 1:00pm

You are responsible for personally signing up in the book, which is available at the front desk and you are responsible for finding a replacement if you can't play.

MEXICAN TRAIN GAME

FRIDAYS 1:15pm

Come, learn and enjoy a fun game played with Dominoes.

SOCIAL DUPLICATE BRIDGE

MONDAYS & FRIDAYS 1:30pm

All levels welcome, but you need to have some rudimentary knowledge of the game. You are responsible for personally signing up in the book, which is available at the front desk. Extra players will observe.

KNITTING

MONDAYS 1:30PM

Join veteran knitters working on individual projects or come in to gain some assistance. Bring needles, yarn & pattern.

ACBL SANCTIONED BRIDGE

TUESDAY, JANUARY 3rd & 31st

Earn master points. Come with your partner and $5 payable to Carol Barrett, certified director. The parking lot opens at 1:30pm and the building is accessible after the lunch vans have departed. The game will begin when tables are seated.

DUPLICATE BRIDGE

TUESDAY, JANUARY 10th, 17th & 24th

Carol Barrett directs. Come with your partner.

The parking lot opens at 1:30pm.

The game will begin when tables are seated.

MAH JONGG

WEDNESDAYS 1:15pm

Play two ways: American & Chinese. Join several experienced and new players for this

popular Chinese tile game.

BINGO

WEDNESDAYS 1:15pm

Games are played for cash prizes. $1.00 entrance fee and $.50/card.

COMPUTER CLAS S

FRIDAYS 10:30am-NOON

Join volunteer Tom McGlinn as he leads a discussion about ways to make use of the World Wide Web, from e-mail and search engines, to podcasts, internet phone service and IPad use.

VISUAL WORKSHOPS- EXPLORING YOUR ARTISTIC & CREATIVE PALETTE with LINDA ZOLA-Mondays at 1:00pm AT THE LANDMARK HOUSE-cancelled until February

Linda volunteers her time at the Landmark House for artistic and creative palette classes. She talks about a variety of arts and crafts with a small group of enthusiastic individuals exploring the visual arts. Linda is a well-known local educator and artist who can provide instruction for drawing, acrylic painting, watercolor, pastel, woodcut and lino printmaking, collage, decoupage, paper-mache and various mixed media.

FITNESS PROGRAMS

LOW IMPACT AEROBICS W/NANCY SWAIN

M-W-F 8:45am-9:45am

Designed for those who wish to work at a mild pace, improve flexibility but don't want to go beyond their usual exertion level. Designed for those who can't get up and down from the floor. Participants must be able to be independent.

FAST PACED AEROBICS

M-W-F 10:05-11:05 DVD

Fast paced low impact program, designed for those who want to push beyond their usual level & increase exertion & resistance.

STABILITY & STRENGTH TRAINING W/NANCY SWAIN

TUESDAYS 8:00am-9:00am

The principles of strength training are used with a stability ball. Please bring your own ball.

The purpose of the ball is to improve balance, stability and agility, and to strengthen the core muscles.

YOGA W/BARBARA RIVES

TUESDAYS 9:00am-10:00am

Join Barbara as she assists beginners and continuing students with yoga instruction. Please wear comfortable clothing.

KETTLE BELL CLASS W/JOE AGUIAR

THURSDAYS 7:50am-8:50am

This program includes a warm-up, lifting and agility drills with a 5lb. kettle bell and a cool down.

Nancy Swain will sub for the month of January and teach a Strength Training class. No class January 19,2017.

TAI CHI W/DOUG BAIER

THURSDAYS 9:00am-10:00am.

Everyone is welcome to learn about this ancient martial art which is a non-impact exercise providing health benefits with increased flexibility, balance and well being.

ZUMBA

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 10:15am-11:15am.

The Zumba DVD is 45 minutes of easy to follow, exhilarating dance-fitness moves. You'll learn exciting new dances like salsa, meringue, flamenco and cumbia, while you strengthen your body and energize your mind.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

HEARING CARE SERVICES

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4, 2017 FROM 11:00am-3:00pm.

To make an appointment with Barbara Eaton please call 1-508-255-1285 or toll free at

1-800-328-1118.

BLOOD PRESSURE & HEALTH & WELLNESS QUESTIONS

with Ella Finn

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 4, 2017 FROM 11:15am-11:45am.

SUPPORT

ELDER SERVICES OF CAPE COD & THE ISLANDS HOME CARE & RESPITE

Elder Services provides two state funded programs for elders who are no longer independent but wish to remain in their homes. For more information call Sheri Hunt at 508-228-4647 at the Landmark House located at 144 Orange street.

THE HOME CARE PROGRAM

Requires an elder to be 60 years or over, and need assistance with at least one critical task such as bathing, meal preparation, shopping or transportation and be income eligible.

THE RESPITE PROGRAM

Requires an elder to be at least 60 years old, need assistance with at least one critical task & have a daily caregiver. Payment for both programs is on a sliding fee schedule. The respite fee is based on the income of both the elder & his or her spouse.

PALLIATIVE & SUPPORTIVE CARE OF NANTUCKET

Palliative & Supportive Care of Nantucket has again been awarded a grant from Elder Services of Cape Cod & the Islands. This grant will partially support the continuation of private consultations, in the home or in our office, with a nurse practitioner, for family members who help care for a family member or friend who needs some assistance due to illness, disability, or frailty. Caregivers can request an overall evaluation of their situation, including as assessment of the person they help care for, and can receives information, support, and education about various topics, e.g., the disease process ( including Alzheimer's Disease); managing medications; giving personal care; maintaining safety; planning for future health care needs; caring for themselves while caring for someone else; stress management, etc. Referrals for other services may also be made. This program is part of the Caregivers' Connections Program which also includes:

Volunteers-provide 1-2 hour/week for respite breaks for caregivers, or can help with errands, transportation, etc.
Time Out-Caregiver support groups which will meet the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month from 1:00-2:30pm in our office, located in the Hospital Dorm Building.
Alzheimer's Disease Educational Consultations- for caregivers of persons with Alzheimer's.
Lending Library- of caregiver related topics.

All hospice services are free of charge! Coaching for Caregivers is funded in part by the Elder Services of the Cape & the Islands Title lllB grant under the Older American Act. Voluntary donations are gratefully accepted for this program.
For more information or an appointment, contact palliative & Supportive Care of Nantucket, 57 Prospect st. Phone: 508-825-8325; email: pascon@partners.org;
website: www.pascon.org

MENTAL HYGIENE SERVICES AVAILABLE THROUGH LOCAL COUNSELOR-

DAVID CHEW

David P. Chew ACSW, LICSW has been awarded a small ESCCI Title lll grant to provide outreach mental hygiene services to the elderly population on Nantucket. Services include bio-psychosocial evaluations & brief counseling. The behavioral assessments & counseling will be provided at the client's residence at absolutely no cost. All Nantucket residents over the age of 60 are eligible. The targeted population for this service is residents of Nantucket, economically disadvantaged, low-income minority, disabled, limited English speaking or Alzheimer's diagnosed. Physicians, nurse practitioners, assisted living domiciles, clergy and any other organizations and individuals in contact with elderly who have already been contacted by mail to solicit referrals to this program. If you know of a person who might benefit from this services, please contact David Chew at 508-228-1473. Finding for this service is provided from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs, Older Americans Act Title lll grant, through our Area Agency on Aging-Elder Services of Cape Cod & the Islands.

SERVICES

ALZHEIMER'S CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP PROGRAM
This group, facilitated by Sheila Barrett, meets at Our Island Home at 9 East Creek Rd. on the last Friday of every month from 1:00-2:00pm. For more information call 508-228-0462.

VETERAN'S COUNSELING

The Veteran's Administration Center in Hyannis offers counseling to Nantucket Veterans on island by licensed psychologist Dr. Jocelyn Howard on Nantucket. To learn more information or to make an appointment call the Hyannis Veterans Center at 508-778-0124.

VETERAN'S SERVICES

Veteran's services are available with Nantucket's Veteran's Agent, Ralph Hardy, at the VFW, located at 22 New South Road. Office hours are Thursdays at 8:30am-12:15pm, by phone anytime, leave a message at 508-325-5332 or mail to Veterans Services Officer, 81 Washington St. Ext., Nantucket, MA 02554.

CONGREGATE LUNCH

Congregate lunch is served at the Saltmarsh Monday-Friday from noon-1:00pm for elders 60 and over and their spouses. Call Elder Services at 508-228-4647 to make a reservation or cancellation two days in advance. www.escci.org

VAN TRANSPORTATION

The Nantucket Regional Transit Authority provides door to door transportation called Your

Island Ride to elders and persons with disabilities. Pre-certification and approved eligibility are required. Service is provided year round, Monday though Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm. Trip requests must be made in advance. For more information call 508-325-7516 or visit www.nrtawave.com

LEGAL SERVICES OF CAPE COD &

THE ISLANDS

Legal Services sends a representative to Nantucket each month and is available January 5, 2017 from 10:30am-12:30pm at Family & Children's Services for those who have an appointment. Call 508-775-7020 for an appointment.

SOCIAL SECURITY

Representatives are available at www.ssa.gov or by phone and are now offering services via VIDEO TELECONFERENCING. A terminal has been installed at the Saltmarsh and will be available the fourth Wednesday of each month from 9:00am-12:00pm. This service will allow island seniors to speak directly with a SSA representative to conduct official Social Security business. Call the Saltmarsh at 508-228-4490 to make an appointment.
The Hyannis office is located at 259 North St. or call 1-866-467-0440. The Falmouth office is located at 48 Research Rd. or call 1-855-881-0212. Both offices are open M, T, Th & F from 9-3 and W 9-12.

PORTABLE RAMP FOR DISABLED PERSONS AVAILABLE

The Nantucket Commission on Disability has an eight foot portable ramp and a two foot portable threshold ramp for disables visitors to borrow while they are visiting the island. The eight foot ramp is used to ramp two or three steps and makes porches, stoops and decks wheelchair accessible. The threshold ramp is used to ramp one step from a porch, stoop or deck and makes a home wheelchair accessible.
Call Brenda McDonough at 508-228-8085 (work) or 508-228-5409 (home).

SERVING THE HEALTH INFORMATION NEEDS OF ELDERS (SHINE)

Help with health insurance questions by appointment with our SHINE volunteer, Phil Gallagher. Call the Saltmarsh at 508-228-4490 to make an appointment or drop by on Thursdays from 11:00am-2:00pm.

PASSPORTS

The Town of Nantucket's Department of Human Services, located at the Saltmarsh Senior Center, will accept passport applications on behalf of the U.S. Department of State. U.S. citizens planning international travel may apply for their passports on Tuesdays from 1:30pm-4:00pm and Thursdays between 2:00pm-4:00pm, by appointment. Please call the Passport Application Acceptance Agent at 508-325-7559 to make your appointment. In advance of your appointment, you may preview application forms, information on documentation required, fees and a wealth of other passport and international travel information, by visiting the only official website for passport information at travel.state.gov.

RESOURCES

NANTUCKET SENIOR CITIZEN TELEPHONE REASSURANCE PROGRAM

If you live alone and would like peace of mind that you can check in with someone daily, consider joining the Nantucket Telephone Reassurance Program. If you or a family member is interested in signing up, stop by the Nantucket Police Department at 4 Fairgrounds Road, call 508-228-1212 or go online at www.nantucket-ma.gov/263/Elder-Services

SAFETYNET BY LOJACK

A simple and convenient way to find and rescue individuals with cognitive disorders (including autism, Alzheimer's and other conditions) who tend to wander and become lost. For more information call 1-877-4-FIND-THEM or call the Nantucket Fire Department at 508-228-2324.

ISLE RETURN PROGRAM

This is a voluntary program on Nantucket that benefits residents and visitors who are at risk for wandering. Family members or caregivers complete an enrollment form which includes a photogram and information useful to public safety agencies involved in a search. The registrant's information is stored in a confidential, information base managed by the Nantucket County Sheriff's Department. The service is provided at no cost. For more information visit the website: www.islereturnprogram.comor contact the Nantucket Sheriff's Department at 508-228-7263.

911 DISABILITY FORM

The filing of this document with your 9-1-1 Municipal Coordinator will alert public safety officials that an individual residing at your address communicates over the phone by a TTY and/or has a disability that may hinder evacuation or transport. This information is confidential and will appear ONLY at the dispatcher's location when a 9-1-1 call originates from YOUR address. Call the Municipal Coordinator, Sheila Clinger at 508-228-1212.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

VOLUNTEERS IN POLICE SERVICES

The volunteer program was created in order to enhance and promote innovative public safety programs to meet the needs of this ever growing island community. The Nantucket Police Department actively encourages the involvement of volunteers, local citizens, who volunteer their time and energy to the department, provide public awareness and support, beneficial cost and resource savings to the town, and foster quality of life and well-being in the community. To enhance the mission, goals and efforts of the Nantucket Police Department, as well as promote community involvement, awareness and support. For more information on the Nantucket Police Department's Volunteer in Police Service Program visit www.nantucket-ma-gov/267/Volunteer-in-police or call the Volunteer Coordinator, Sergeant Kevin A. Marshall at 508-228-1212 or email: pd464@nantucketpolice.com.

ELDER SERVICES OF CAPE COD & THE ISLANDS

Volunteer opportunities are available in many of the programs we offer. You will need to complete an application and provide information for the completion of a criminal background check. Massachusetts law requires this check of all employees and volunteers who will be working with seniors.

Meals On Wheels-Volunteers needed to deliver nutritious meals while providing a well-being check to homebound elders and their spouses. Monday-Friday 10:00am.
Congregate Lunch-Volunteers needed to help serve, clear and wash dishes, Monday-Friday 11am-1:00pm at the Saltmarsh Senior Center.
Money Management-Volunteers are needed to assist income-eligible adults 60 and over, who may be at the risk of losing their independence due to their failure to pay their bills on time. Volunteers meet with clients in their homes to assist with balancing checkbooks, paying bills and managing money wisely.
Long Term Care Ombudsman-Volunteers are needed to visit long term care facilities on a weekly basis to monitor conditions and address residents' concerns.

For more information or to complete an application, contact our office at 508-228-4647.www.escci.org

ACCOMODATIONS

ACADEMY HILL

Phone 508-228-3170 or email: acamemyhill@hallkeen.com

LANDMARK HOUSE

Affordable housing federally subsidized by USDA Rural Development and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Landmark House residents pay approximately 30% of their adjusted gross income for rent; the federal government subsidizes the rest. Call Executive Director Ella Finn at 508-228-6888 or more information and availability.

THE HOMESTEAD

A private non-profit organization founded in 1930 dedicated to providing residential services to older adults who choose to live a more simplifies lifestyle in the company of their peers. The Homestead is located on upper Main Street in a gracious Victorian home and serves individuals who are 65 or older and are able to enjoy a minimally structured environment. There are 13 residents rooms, some with half bath and some with full baths. Services include private rooms, three meals a day served in the dinning room, housekeeping and laundry services, medication management, a full-time night supervisor, a stair chair lift between the first and second floors, transportation to appointments, and many recreational activities held during the week.

Please stop by for a visit, or call Tish at 508-228-1135 for more information.

THE RESIDENCE AT SHERBURNE COMMONS

As Nantucket's only senior living community, The Residences at Sherburne Commons combines the advantage of the conveniences of a retirement community with optional ownership opportunities. Whether the best fit is a spacious apartment or comfortable Nantucket style cottage residents enjoy all the amenities and benefits of life at Sherburne Commons. Choose the housing option that best meets your needs and enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with time to pursue your interests and passions. Should care needs arise, the right level of support and care is easily accessible on site, allowing your loved ones to remain close by. Independent living apartments and cottages as well as Assisted Living apartments available, call Chuck Gifford at 508-228-4080 for more information. Sherburnecommons.org