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The Geauga Senior News

January 2017

It is now more easy & convenient for patients to schedule a variety of services with the

Patient Call Center.

For help scheduling outpatient diagnostic testing & treatments call 1-855-432-8421

YOU CAN VIEW THE SENIOR NEWS ONLINE @http://www.co.geauga.oh.us/Departments/Aging/Main.aspx

Attention Tax Paying SeniorsTax assistance will again be available to seniors sixty (60) years of age and older at

the Geauga County Department on Aging’s Chardon Senior Center, located at 12555 Ravenwood Drive. The Department on Aging will offer this service by appointment almost every weekday from February 1 through April 7, 2017. Tax assistance will be available from Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) trained and certified personnel. Tax preparers will be using the electronic E-filing method this year.

This year the volunteers who will help prepare taxes will need two (2) forms of identification from each taxpayer who is receiving tax assistance; one of the forms of identification must be a photo identification (passport, drivers license (U.S.), state identification card, military identification card, etc.). The second identification form can be an original or a copy of your social security card, ITIN card or letter, if applicable.

DO NOT DISCARD YOUR END OF YEAR SOCIAL SECURITY STATEMENT - THIS INDICATES THE BENEFITS YOU HAVE RECEIVED.

You will have the option to have your refund deposited directly into the bank account of your choice.

So start gathering your 2016 tax information (tax forms, bank statements, receipts, w2’s, etc.) for the up coming tax season. Please also bring your 2015 tax return for comparison.

Tax appointments are scheduled first come (or call) first serve. To schedule an appointment for tax assistance, call (440) 279-2130, Monday through Friday, 8:30AM-4:00PM.

HOLIDAY DELIVERED MEALS.......................1INDEX..............................................................2TRASH PICKUP PROGRAM...........................2PATRONS (PATINUM, GOLD & SILVER)........3HEAP................................................................3CHARDON.................................................4 & 5CHAGRIN FALLS.......................................6 & 7WEST GEAUGA........................................8 & 9MIDDLEFIELD.......................................10 & 11

THINGS TO DO - PLACES TO GO & PEOPLE TO SEE

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY MATCH...................12SNOWSHOEING TRIPS................................12CHRONIC DISEASE SELF MNGT CLASS....13LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS.......................13BOXING WITH PARKINSONS......................14

FEBUARY FITNESS SERIES.......................14GEAUGA WALKERS......................................14MUSIC ENRICHMENT CLASS.......................15BOOK CLUB...................................................15HEART TO HEART DANCE...........................15OUTINGS AND ACTIVITIES..................16 & 17REGISTRATION.............................................18HOLD HARMLESS FORM.............................18REFUND POLICY...........................................19CLUBS...........................................................19SUPPORT GROUPS......................................20DIRECTIONS FOR HELP...............................20THE GRANDPARENT SCAM........................21ADULT DAY SERVICES.................................21MEALS MENU................................................22MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION......................24

Registering early with the GC Dept. on Aging for 2017 Trash Pick-up Days

We are asking seniors who will be participating in our 2017 Trash Day Pick-ups program to register *NOW* with the Dept. on Aging. *seniors who complete their yearly registration with Dept. on Aging *prior* to the clean-up dates, only need to make a phone call before the trash pick-up cut off date to be placed on the community pick-up list. Early registration with us will speed the process for our staff, the clients, and our program.

Please call Sherri Davis (440) 279-2129 with any questions.

Geauga County Seniors! Did you know that you can now see what we are up to on Facebook? Each site has their own page,

so you can know what’s going on, no matter where you are!

Just search for “Geauga County Department on Aging” and look for the site of your choice. You’ll find information on events and

activities, and pictures from our latest going-ons! “Like” us today!

What’s New in this Issue

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Mapleview Country Villa

Now Open ~ Come Tour Today!

775 South Street Chardon, Ohio 440-286-8176

100 Private Suites

Private Bathrooms with showers

3000 sq.ft. Therapy Gym Flat Screen TV in all suites

Full-time Nurse Practitioner

The Home Energy Assistance Program, 2016-2017

In home assistance is available For completing HEAP Applications. Eligibility - A household whose total income is at or below 175 percent of the 2016-2017 federal poverty level. See the Chart to the right for income guidelines, as you may qualify for HEAP assistance.

This Program is made Possible through a grant from the Ohio Department on Aging, through the Western Reserve Area Agency on Aging.

Size of Household Total Gross Annual Household Income 1 $20,790.00

2 $28,035.00 3 $35,280.00 4 $42,525.00 5 $49,770.00 6 $57,015.00 7 $64,277.00 8 $71,557.00

For households with more than eight members, add $7,280.00 per person.

YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE CONTACT

Geauga County Dept on Aging 12555 Ravenwood Dr. Chardon, OH 44024

(440)279-2130. For more information, call toll free

1-800-282-0880. Hearing impaired applicants with a

telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) can call toll free 1-800-

686-1557.

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Platinum PatronsNelson Pole In Memory of Susan Pole

Sandra DavisHamlet Retirement Community

Andrew BushmanFrederick & Jennie Bemberg In Memory of John Gander

Alan & Peggy BialoskyReva Loewenthal and Family In Memory of Sheldon Loewenthal

David &Linda ZmekChristine and Ronald Wesley

Irene Canfield In Memory of Halsey Canfield

Gold PatronsCalvin & Cheryl Wilson

Joan BarrowKatherine WilesEleanor Zmeskal

Donna MartinJanet McIntee In Memory of Edward McIntee

Phyllis Miller In Memory of Ralph MillerGilberta Town Wilton K. Town

Lola & Alan Skinner In Memory of Robert DelaneyMarge Cornish In Memory of Terri Merva

Rug Hooking Class In Memory of Nancy Dimick and Gloria FreemanKiwanas Club of West Geauga In Memory of Ken Featheroff

Eleanor Havel In memory of Matt HavelWayne and Sharon White In memory of our best friends, Thom and Jill timmings

Silver PatronsViolet Childs In Memory of Elton Childs

Jean Benjamin In Memory of Howard BenjaminCathy Myers

Harley & Ellen SmithMs. Mary Wynne

Geauga Golden Oldies In Memory of Past Members

To become a PLATINUM Patron for a year, submit $110 - Please make checks payable to The Geauga County Department on Aging and write Newsletter in the memo

To become a GOLD Patron for a year, submit $55 - Please make checks payable to The Geauga County Department on Aging and write Newsletter in the memo

To become a SILVER Patron for a year, submit $35 - Please make checks payable to The Geauga County Department on Aging and write Newsletter in the memo

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Special Events JANUARY 2017 Chardon Senior Center Jan 6 -Pancake Brealkfast & Site Meeting Jan 9 -LOW VISION an 11 & 25 -Library Lobby Stop Jan 10 & 24 -Gadget Guru Jan12– Snowshoeing at The Westwoods Jan 17 -Parkinsons Support Jan 20 –Music Enrichment with Lucy Jan-24 -Out to Lunch Bunch at Mangia-Mangia Jan 25 Birthday Bash with Ralph Szubski New to Chardon Senior Center *Boxing Class* every Monday from 2-3 pm beginning 1-23-17 *Chair Yoga* Every Tuesday from 1-2 pm beginning 1-24-17 *Music Enrichment Group* Friday January 20th from 11:30-12:30 Class / Clubs On Winter Break **Czech Club** **Slovenian Club** **Senior Theater** **Line Dancing w/Dee** ** Jewelry w/Merry K.**

Lunch is served Monday through Friday from 12:00-12:30 in the Dining Room. Reservations must be received by Monday of the week before you will be coming for lunch. Arrangements for transportation are also

needed one week in advance.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

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***2017***

ALL SITES CLOSED

3 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:00-2:00 Wii Bowling P 10:30-12:00 YARN Creations C 1:00-2:30 Geauga Walkers OS 1:00-2:30 Round Dancing E 2:00-3:30 Dulcimer Practice B

4 8:00-11:30 Woodcarving B 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:00-2:00 Rummy Club G 11:00-11:45 Strength Training E 12:30-2:00 Senior Band B 12:45-2:15 Sign Language Class C 1:00-4:30 Mah-Jongg E

9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 5 10:00-11:00 Chair Exercise H 10:30-12:30 Renaissance Choir E 10:00-2:00 Wii Bowling P 12:00-4:30 Duplicate Bridge D 1:00-3:00 Painting Pals B

9:00-10:00 Pancake Breakfast D 6 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass C 10:00-10:45 Site Meeting D 10:30-12:00 Yoga Class E 12:30-2:00 Rummy Club G 1:00-2:00 Chair Volleyball H 1:00-4:00 Friday Bridge Group E

9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicle D 9 10:00-11:00 Chair Exercise H 10:00-12:00 LOW VISION C 10:00-12-00 Rug Hooking B 11:00-11:45 Strength Training E 12:30-2:30 Ceramics C 12:45-1:45 Line Dancing E 1:00-2:15 BINGO D

10 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:00-2:00 Wii Bowling P 10:30-12:00 YARN Creations C 12:30-3:00 Gadget Guru C 1:00-2:30 Geauga Walkers OS 1:00-2:30 Round Dancing E 2:00-3:30 Dulcimer Practice B

8:00-11:30 Woodcarving B 11 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:00-11:15 Library Lobby Stop 11:00-11:45 Strength Training E 12:30-2:00 Senior Band B 12:45-2:15 Sign Language Class C 1:00-4:30 Mah Jongg E

9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 12 10:00-11:00 Chair Exercise H 10:30-12:30 Renaissance Choir E 10:00-2:00 Wii Bowling P 10:00-2:00 Rummy Club G 12:00-4:30 Duplicate Bridge D 1:00-3:00 Painting Pals B

9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 13 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass C 10:30-12:00 Yoga Class E 12:30-2:00 Rummy Club G 1:00-2:00 Chair Volleyball H 1:00-4:00 Friday Bridge Group E

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9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 17 10:00-2:00 Wii Bowling P 10:30-12:00 YARN Creations C 12:30-1:30 Parkinsons Support B 1:00-2:30 Geauga Walkers OS 1:00-2:30 Round Dancing E 2:00-3:30 Dulcimer Practice B

8:00-11:30 Woodcarving B 18 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 11:00-11:45 Strength Training E 12:30-2:00 Senior Band B 12:45-2:15 Sign Language Class C 1:00-2:30 Advisory Board E 1:00-4:30 Mah Jongg E


20 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass C 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:30-12:00 Yoga Class E 11:30-12:30 Music Enrichment with Lucy D 1:00-2:00 Chair Volleyball H 1:00-4:00 Friday Bridge Group E

23 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:00-11:00 Chair Exercise H 10:00-12-00 Rug Hooking C 11:00-11:45 Strength Training E 12:30-2:30 Ceramics C 12:45-1:45 Line Dancing E 1:00-2:15 BINGO D 2:00-3:00 Boxing Class E

9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 24 10:00-11:30 Iris Folding B 10:30-12:00 YARN Creations C 11:00-1:30 Out to Lunch Bunch at Mangia-Mangia 12:30-3:00 Gadget Guru C 1:00-2:30 Geauga Walkers OS 1:00-2:00 Chair Yoga H 1:00-2:30 Round Dancing E

8:00-11:30 Woodcarving B 25 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:00-11:15 Library Lobby Stop 11:00-11:45 Strength Training E 12:00-1:30 Birthday Bash with Ralph Szubski D 12:30-2:00 Senior Band B 12:45-2:15 Sign Language Class C 1:00-4:30 Mah-Jongg E

26 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:00-11:00 Chair Exercise H 10:30-12:30 Renaissance Choir E 10:00-2:00 Wii Bowling P 10:00-2:00 Rummy Club G 12:00-4:30 Duplicate Bridge D 1:00-3:00 Painting Pals B

27 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass C 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:30-12:00 Yoga Class E 12:30-2:00 Rummy Club G 1:00-2:00 Chair Volleyball H 1:00-4:00 Friday Bridge Group E


31 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:00-2:00 Wii Bowling P 10:30-12:00 YARN Creations C 1:00-2:00 Chair Yoga H 1:00-2:30 Geauga Walkers OS 1:00-2:30 Round Dancing E 2:00-3:30 Dulcimer Practice B

Lunch is served Monday through

Friday from 12:00-12:30 in the Dining Room. Reservations must be received by Monday of the week before you will be coming for lunch. Arrangements for

transportation are also needed one week in advance. THANK YOU.

Location Legend: B-Basement E-Eastview Room C-Craft Room PV-Pavillion D-Dining Room OS-Off Site H-Huxel Room G-Game Room L-Library FL=Front Lobby P-Parlor CF-Conference Room

Chardon Senior Center440-279-2130

Special Events JANUARY 2017 Chardon Senior Center Jan 6 -Pancake Brealkfast & Site Meeting Jan 9 -LOW VISION an 11 & 25 -Library Lobby Stop Jan 10 & 24 -Gadget Guru Jan12– Snowshoeing at The Westwoods Jan 17 -Parkinsons Support Jan 20 –Music Enrichment with Lucy Jan-24 -Out to Lunch Bunch at Mangia-Mangia Jan 25 Birthday Bash with Ralph Szubski New to Chardon Senior Center *Boxing Class* every Monday from 2-3 pm beginning 1-23-17 *Chair Yoga* Every Tuesday from 1-2 pm beginning 1-24-17 *Music Enrichment Group* Friday January 20th from 11:30-12:30 Class / Clubs On Winter Break **Czech Club** **Slovenian Club** **Senior Theater** **Line Dancing w/Dee** ** Jewelry w/Merry K.**

Lunch is served Monday through Friday from 12:00-12:30 in the Dining Room. Reservations must be received by Monday of the week before you will be coming for lunch. Arrangements for transportation are also

needed one week in advance.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

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***2017***

ALL SITES CLOSED

3 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:00-2:00 Wii Bowling P 10:30-12:00 YARN Creations C 1:00-2:30 Geauga Walkers OS 1:00-2:30 Round Dancing E 2:00-3:30 Dulcimer Practice B

4 8:00-11:30 Woodcarving B 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:00-2:00 Rummy Club G 11:00-11:45 Strength Training E 12:30-2:00 Senior Band B 12:45-2:15 Sign Language Class C 1:00-4:30 Mah-Jongg E

9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 5 10:00-11:00 Chair Exercise H 10:30-12:30 Renaissance Choir E 10:00-2:00 Wii Bowling P 12:00-4:30 Duplicate Bridge D 1:00-3:00 Painting Pals B

9:00-10:00 Pancake Breakfast D 6 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass C 10:00-10:45 Site Meeting D 10:30-12:00 Yoga Class E 12:30-2:00 Rummy Club G 1:00-2:00 Chair Volleyball H 1:00-4:00 Friday Bridge Group E

9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicle D 9 10:00-11:00 Chair Exercise H 10:00-12:00 LOW VISION C 10:00-12-00 Rug Hooking B 11:00-11:45 Strength Training E 12:30-2:30 Ceramics C 12:45-1:45 Line Dancing E 1:00-2:15 BINGO D

10 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:00-2:00 Wii Bowling P 10:30-12:00 YARN Creations C 12:30-3:00 Gadget Guru C 1:00-2:30 Geauga Walkers OS 1:00-2:30 Round Dancing E 2:00-3:30 Dulcimer Practice B

8:00-11:30 Woodcarving B 11 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:00-11:15 Library Lobby Stop 11:00-11:45 Strength Training E 12:30-2:00 Senior Band B 12:45-2:15 Sign Language Class C 1:00-4:30 Mah Jongg E


9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 13 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass C 10:30-12:00 Yoga Class E 12:30-2:00 Rummy Club G 1:00-2:00 Chair Volleyball H 1:00-4:00 Friday Bridge Group E

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9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 17 10:00-2:00 Wii Bowling P 10:30-12:00 YARN Creations C 12:30-1:30 Parkinsons Support B 1:00-2:30 Geauga Walkers OS 1:00-2:30 Round Dancing E 2:00-3:30 Dulcimer Practice B

8:00-11:30 Woodcarving B 18 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 11:00-11:45 Strength Training E 12:30-2:00 Senior Band B 12:45-2:15 Sign Language Class C 1:00-2:30 Advisory Board E 1:00-4:30 Mah Jongg E


20 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass C 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:30-12:00 Yoga Class E 11:30-12:30 Music Enrichment with Lucy D 1:00-2:00 Chair Volleyball H 1:00-4:00 Friday Bridge Group E


9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 24 10:00-11:30 Iris Folding B 10:30-12:00 YARN Creations C 11:00-1:30 Out to Lunch Bunch at Mangia-Mangia 12:30-3:00 Gadget Guru C 1:00-2:30 Geauga Walkers OS 1:00-2:00 Chair Yoga H 1:00-2:30 Round Dancing E

8:00-11:30 Woodcarving B 25 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:00-11:15 Library Lobby Stop 11:00-11:45 Strength Training E 12:00-1:30 Birthday Bash with Ralph Szubski D 12:30-2:00 Senior Band B 12:45-2:15 Sign Language Class C 1:00-4:30 Mah-Jongg E

26 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:00-11:00 Chair Exercise H 10:30-12:30 Renaissance Choir E 10:00-2:00 Wii Bowling P 10:00-2:00 Rummy Club G 12:00-4:30 Duplicate Bridge D 1:00-3:00 Painting Pals B

27 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass C 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:30-12:00 Yoga Class E 12:30-2:00 Rummy Club G 1:00-2:00 Chair Volleyball H 1:00-4:00 Friday Bridge Group E


31 9:45-10:00 Coffee & Chronicles D 10:00-2:00 Wii Bowling P 10:30-12:00 YARN Creations C 1:00-2:00 Chair Yoga H 1:00-2:30 Geauga Walkers OS 1:00-2:30 Round Dancing E 2:00-3:30 Dulcimer Practice B

Lunch is served Monday through

Friday from 12:00-12:30 in the Dining Room. Reservations must be received by Monday of the week before you will be coming for lunch. Arrangements for

transportation are also needed one week in advance. THANK YOU.

Location Legend: B-Basement E-Eastview Room C-Craft Room PV-Pavillion D-Dining Room OS-Off Site H-Huxel Room G-Game Room L-Library FL=Front Lobby P-Parlor CF-Conference Room

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Chardon Senior Center12555 Ravenwood Dr., chardon

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Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri

2 All Sites Closed Today!!!

3 9:30-12:00 Pinochle 10:00—11:00 Chair Exercise 1:00-4:00 Registration Blitz

4 10:30-11:30 Line Dancing 12:00-1:00 Brown Baggers Club 1:00-2:00 Craft Club

5 10:00-12:00 Knit and Crochet Group 10:00-12:00 Poker Club 1:00-2:00 Walkers Club

6 10:30-11:30 Chair Exercise 1:00-2:00 Chair Volleyball

9 10:30-11:30 Chair Yoga 10:30-11:30 Yoga—Off Site 1:00-3:30 Beginner’s Mahjong




13 10:30-11:30 Chair Exercise 11:00-11:45 Library Lobby Stop 12:00-1:00 Free Pie Friday 1:00-2:00 Chair Volleyball


17 9:30-12:00 Pinochle 10:00—11:00 Chair Exercise 11:30-12:30 Intro to Watercolor 1:00-4:00 Registration Blitz



20 10:30-11:30 Chair Exercise 12:00-1:00 Free Pie Friday 1:00-2:00 Chair Volleyball








January 2017 - Chagrin Falls Senior Center What’s New in the New Year? Chair Volleyball is BACK! Fridays at 1:00! Call the senior center to express interest. Craft Club Wednesdays! Get your creative juices moving! We will do a different craft every Wednesday! Registration is a must! $3.00 fee per class for supplies! Chair Exercise! Tuesdays and Fri-days we will do some gentle exer-cises to keep those joints limber! Drop in and check it out! Free! Free Pie Fridays! Starting Friday the 13th, come in for lunch and get a free piece of pie for dessert! AL-SO, be entered into a drawing to win a free pie to take home with you for dessert after a weekend meal! Lunch reservations are al-ways a MUST, and due on the Monday prior to the date you wish to have lunch! Call the center for details! Brown Baggers Club! Every Wednesday, bring a lunch from home and come enjoy the company of friends at the center! Make yourself at home! Every Tuesday in January, from 1:00-4:00 p.m.: Registration Blitz! Come on in to Chagrin Falls Senior Center to register or re-register for 2017, and be en-tered into a grand prize draw-ing to be held at the end of the month! Call the center for de-tails!

Chagrin Falls / Bainbridge Sr. Center440-247-8510

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri

2 All Sites Closed Today!!!




6 10:30-11:30 Chair Exercise 1:00-2:00 Chair Volleyball










20 10:30-11:30 Chair Exercise 12:00-1:00 Free Pie Friday 1:00-2:00 Chair Volleyball








January 2017 - Chagrin Falls Senior Center What’s New in the New Year? Chair Volleyball is BACK! Fridays at 1:00! Call the senior center to express interest. Craft Club Wednesdays! Get your creative juices moving! We will do a different craft every Wednesday! Registration is a must! $3.00 fee per class for supplies! Chair Exercise! Tuesdays and Fri-days we will do some gentle exer-cises to keep those joints limber! Drop in and check it out! Free! Free Pie Fridays! Starting Friday the 13th, come in for lunch and get a free piece of pie for dessert! AL-SO, be entered into a drawing to win a free pie to take home with you for dessert after a weekend meal! Lunch reservations are al-ways a MUST, and due on the Monday prior to the date you wish to have lunch! Call the center for details! Brown Baggers Club! Every Wednesday, bring a lunch from home and come enjoy the company of friends at the center! Make yourself at home! Every Tuesday in January, from 1:00-4:00 p.m.: Registration Blitz! Come on in to Chagrin Falls Senior Center to register or re-register for 2017, and be en-tered into a grand prize draw-ing to be held at the end of the month! Call the center for de-tails!

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Chagrin Falls / Bainbridge Sr. Center7060 Woodland Ave., CF

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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

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3 8:30-10:00 Boxing Class 9:00-11:00 Pinochle 10:00-11:00 Exercise 12:00-3:00 Bridge Club 1:45-2:30 Floor Yoga 2:30-3:30 Chair Yoga

4 9:00-10:00 Current Affairs 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 12:30-3:30 Watercolor Class 1:30-2:30 iPad Games:

January Trivia

5 9:00-12:00 Pinochle 10:00-11:00 Exercise 10:00-12:00 Pickleball (Off Site)

Call for Details 12:30-2:00 Table Tennis 2:00-3:00 Wii: Price is Right

6 9:00-10:00 Mandala Coloring 9:00-12:00 Pinochle 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 11:00-12:00 Wacky Wordies 12:30-2:30 Movie:

9 to 5

9 8:00-2:00 Walkers Club 9:30-10:00 Chair Exercise 10:00-11:00 Chair Volleyball 11:00-12:00 Exercise 12:30-2:30 Pickleball (Off Site)

Call for Details 1:00-2:00 Book Club (Off Site)

10 8:30-10:00 Boxing Class 9:00-11:00 Pinochle 10:00-11:00 Exercise 11:00-12:00 Craft Club:

Snowman Pin 12:00-3:00 Bridge Club 1:45-2:30 Floor Yoga 2:30-3:30 Chair Yoga

11 9:00-10:00 Current Affairs 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 11:00-12:00 Iris Folding 12:30-3:30 Watercolor Class 1:30-2:30 iPad Games:

Paper Airplane



13 9:00-10:00 Senior Breakfast 9:00-12:00 Pinochle 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 11:00-12:00 Speaker 12:30-2:30 Movie:

Selma

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18 9:00-10:00 Current Affairs 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 11:00-12:00 You Be the Judge 12:30-3:30 Watercolor Class 1:30-2:30 iPad Games:

Wheel of Fortune



20 9:00-10:00 Mandala Coloring 9:00-12:00 Pinochle 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 11:00-12:00 Concentration Puzzles 12:30-2:30 Movie:

Death Becomes Her

23 8:00-2:00 Walkers Club 9:30-10:00 Chair Exercise 10:00-11:00 Chair Volleyball 11:00-12:00 Exercise 11:00-12:00 Jewelry Making:

Angel Pendant 12:30-2:30 Pickleball (Off Site)

Call for Details


25 9:00-10:00 Current Affairs 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 11:00-12:00 Monthly Memories 12:30-3:30 Watercolor Class 1:30-2:30 iPad Games:

Would You Rather?



27 9:00-10:00 Mandala Coloring 9:00-12:00 Pinochle 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 11:00-12:00 Word Search 12:00-12:30 Ideas Over Ice Cream 12:30-2:30 Movie:

Dragnet


Call for Details


West Geauga Seniors Water Aerobics Mondays at 1:00pm

Tuesdays at 9:00am & 10:00am Wednesdays at 1:00pm

Thursdays at 9:00am & 1:00pm Fridays at 9:00am & 1:00pm To register, call Pam at the

Metzenbaum pool: (440)729-9406

January 2017– West Geauga Senior Center What’s Happening at West Geauga!

Monday, January 9: Book Club— The book this month is ”Circling the Sun” by Paula McCann. Book Club will be held at My Thai in Chesterland . 1pm.

Tuesday, January 10: Craft Club with Teddi: Snowman Pin—Join Teddi as she brings in the new year with a seasonable snowman pin! 11am. Call to RSVP!

Wednesday, January 11: Iris Folding—Call the senior center to let us know you’ll be there! 11am.

Friday, January 13: Senior Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs & Sausage — 9am. $3 donation. RSVP by January 6.

Friday, January 13: “Seniors & Scams” - Presented by Chesterland Police Chief Mark Purchase. Come for breakfast, and stay for some information regarding senior safety with our local police chief! 11am.

Monday, January 23: Jewelry Making with Teddi: Angel Pendant—Teddi will show you how to make your clothes divine with a heav-enly angel pendant! 11am. $10 for materials. Call to register!

Friday, January 27: Ideas Over Ice Cream—Let’s have some ice cream and brainstorm about things that we’d like to do in 2017!

Stroke Support Group—Stroke Sup-port Group will no longer be held on the 4th Wednesday of the mohth. Please call WGSC for details.

12650 West Geauga Plaza—Unit 4 Chesterland, OH 44026

(440) 721-1416

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Sites Closed

West Geauga Sr. Center(440) 729-2782

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4 9:00-10:00 Current Affairs 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 12:30-3:30 Watercolor Class 1:30-2:30 iPad Games:

January Trivia



6 9:00-10:00 Mandala Coloring 9:00-12:00 Pinochle 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 11:00-12:00 Wacky Wordies 12:30-2:30 Movie:

9 to 5


Call for Details 1:00-2:00 Book Club (Off Site)

10 8:30-10:00 Boxing Class 9:00-11:00 Pinochle 10:00-11:00 Exercise 11:00-12:00 Craft Club:

Snowman Pin 12:00-3:00 Bridge Club 1:45-2:30 Floor Yoga 2:30-3:30 Chair Yoga

11 9:00-10:00 Current Affairs 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 11:00-12:00 Iris Folding 12:30-3:30 Watercolor Class 1:30-2:30 iPad Games:

Paper Airplane



13 9:00-10:00 Senior Breakfast 9:00-12:00 Pinochle 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 11:00-12:00 Speaker 12:30-2:30 Movie:

Selma

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18 9:00-10:00 Current Affairs 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 11:00-12:00 You Be the Judge 12:30-3:30 Watercolor Class 1:30-2:30 iPad Games:

Wheel of Fortune



20 9:00-10:00 Mandala Coloring 9:00-12:00 Pinochle 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 11:00-12:00 Concentration Puzzles 12:30-2:30 Movie:

Death Becomes Her

23 8:00-2:00 Walkers Club 9:30-10:00 Chair Exercise 10:00-11:00 Chair Volleyball 11:00-12:00 Exercise 11:00-12:00 Jewelry Making:

Angel Pendant 12:30-2:30 Pickleball (Off Site)

Call for Details


25 9:00-10:00 Current Affairs 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 11:00-12:00 Monthly Memories 12:30-3:30 Watercolor Class 1:30-2:30 iPad Games:

Would You Rather?



27 9:00-10:00 Mandala Coloring 9:00-12:00 Pinochle 9:30-12:00 Stained Glass Class 10:00-10:45 Chair Exercise 11:00-12:00 Word Search 12:00-12:30 Ideas Over Ice Cream 12:30-2:30 Movie:

Dragnet


Call for Details


West Geauga Seniors Water Aerobics Mondays at 1:00pm

Tuesdays at 9:00am & 10:00am Wednesdays at 1:00pm

Thursdays at 9:00am & 1:00pm Fridays at 9:00am & 1:00pm To register, call Pam at the

Metzenbaum pool: (440)729-9406

January 2017– West Geauga Senior Center What’s Happening at West Geauga!

Monday, January 9: Book Club— The book this month is ”Circling the Sun” by Paula McCann. Book Club will be held at My Thai in Chesterland . 1pm.

Tuesday, January 10: Craft Club with Teddi: Snowman Pin—Join Teddi as she brings in the new year with a seasonable snowman pin! 11am. Call to RSVP!

Wednesday, January 11: Iris Folding—Call the senior center to let us know you’ll be there! 11am.

Friday, January 13: Senior Breakfast: Scrambled Eggs & Sausage — 9am. $3 donation. RSVP by January 6.

Friday, January 13: “Seniors & Scams” - Presented by Chesterland Police Chief Mark Purchase. Come for breakfast, and stay for some information regarding senior safety with our local police chief! 11am.

Monday, January 23: Jewelry Making with Teddi: Angel Pendant—Teddi will show you how to make your clothes divine with a heav-enly angel pendant! 11am. $10 for materials. Call to register!

Friday, January 27: Ideas Over Ice Cream—Let’s have some ice cream and brainstorm about things that we’d like to do in 2017!

Stroke Support Group—Stroke Sup-port Group will no longer be held on the 4th Wednesday of the mohth. Please call WGSC for details.

12650 West Geauga Plaza—Unit 4 Chesterland, OH 44026

(440) 721-1416

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Sites Closed

West Geauga Sr. Center12650 West Geauga Plaza- Unit 4, Chesterland

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Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri

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Senior Centers are closed today in observance of

the New Year

Festival of Sleep Day 3 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Color and conversation 10:30-12:00 Chair Volleyball 1:00-3:00 Dominoes 1:00-3:00 Theater Tuesdays “Pillow Talk” 1:30-2:15 Chair Exercises (OS)

National Trivia Day 4 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Group Trivia Games with prizes 1:00-2:00 Bingo:Briar Hill 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

5 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-1:00 Cornhole (Inside) 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball 5:30-7:30 Chair Volleyball (OS)

National Cuddle Up Day 6 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pickelball (OS) 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Chair Volleyball 10:30-11:00 Brain Games 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

9 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pickelball (OS) 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Gluten Free Living 11:30-12:00 Brain Games 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

Peculiar People Day 10 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Color and conversation 10:30-12:00 Chair Volleyball 1:00-3:00 Dominoes 1:00-3:00 Theater Tuesdays “Fierce Creatures” 1:30-2:15 Chair Exercises (OS)

11 8:30-9:30 In the News 8:30-11:30 GDA Social Work Appts 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Snap-Ed Presentation 1:00-2:00 Bingo:Burton Healthcare 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball 2:00-3:15 Geauga Mobile Library

12 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Cornhole (Inside) 12:30-1:00 Sr. Center Site Meeting 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

Friday the 13th 13 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pickelball (OS) 9:00-10:00 Monthly Breakfast and Raffle 10:30-11:30 Chair Volleyball 10:30-11:00 Brain Games 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

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Senior Centers closed

today in observance of the Martin Luther

King Jr. Holiday

17 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Color and conversation 10:30-12:00 Chair Volleyball 11:30-12:30 Out to Lunch w/ Burton Healtcare at Vinny’s 1:00-3:00 Dominoes 1:00-3:00 Theater Tuesdays “Some Like it Hot” 1:30-2:15 Chair Exercises (OS)

Thesarus Day 18 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Geauga Transit 1:00-2:00 Bingo: Senior Center 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

National Popcorn Day 19 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Cornhole (Inside) 10:30-12:00 Massotherapy Appts 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

20 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pickelball (OS) 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Chair Volleyball 10:30-11:00 Brain Games 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

Handwriting Day 23 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pickelball (OS) 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Gluten Free Living 11:30-12:00 Brain Games 12:00-12:30 Monthly Birthday Party 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

24 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Color and conversation 10:30-12:00 Chair Volleyball 1:00-3:00 Dominoes 1:00-3:00 Theater Tuesdays “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” 1:30-2:15 Chair Exercises (OS)

Opposite Day 25 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 GDA - Kristen Bibby 1:00-2:00 Bingo: BrooksHouse 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball 2:00-3:15 Geauga Mobile Library

26 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-1:30 Out to Lunch at Cheesecake Factory 10:30-11:30 Cornhole (Inside) 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball


30 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pickelball (OS) 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Snowman Craft 11:30-12:00 Brain Games 12:00-12:30 Monthly Birthday Party 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

Backward Day 31 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Color and conversation 10:30-12:00 Chair Volleyball 1:00-3:00 Dominoes 1:00-3:00 Theater Tuesdays “Ruthless People” 1:30-2:15 Chair Exercises (OS)

January 2017 Middlefield

Health and Wellness Programs 01/09 Gluten Free Living Informal group of recipe exchanges, tips and ideas to live a gluten free life 01/11 Social Worker Assistance - call for info 01/19 Massotherapy: $1/minute Appts required 01/23 Gluten Free Living Informal group of recipe exchanges, tips and ideas to live a gluten free life Chair Exercises - M thru F: 9:30am at center Tue: 1:30pm at Library Tai Chi on TV - M thru F: 3:00pm at center

Health Kiosk is avaialable 8a-4p for blood pressure, oxygen levels and weight measurements

Speakers for January (talks start at 10:30am) 01/04 Group Trivia Fun Test your knowledge with some group trivia games, prizes included! 01/11 SNAP-Ed Are you eating healthy? Find out with this informative program by the OSU Ext Office. 01/18 Geauga Transit Find out what Geauga Transit can do for you. 01/25 GDA Kristen Bibby Kristen will discuss the Home Delivered Meal program as well as the multiple volunteer opportunities as the Dept. on Aging Outings/Events 01/13 Monthly Breakfast – 9:00am Enjoy a traditional breakfast of bacon and eggs, hashbrowns, toast and juice. $3 donation gets you one free raffle ticket. RSVP by 1/3 01/17 Out to Lunch - 11:30am Join Laura Washington from Burton Healthcare at Vinny’s for lunch on your own. 01/23 Monthly Birthday Party - 12:00pm Free lunch for all seniors with a Jan. birthday. Special treat after lunch. RSVP by 01/17. 01/26 Out to Lunch - 10:30am Bus transportation from the center to Legacy Village where we will have lunch at the Cheesecake Factory. Lunch on your own, donations accepted for transportation. RSVP by 01/17 01/30 Snowman Craft - 10:30am All supplies provided to complete your own snowman decoration. Theater Tuesdays - 1:00pm refreshments provided

BEACH PARTY - FEB. 2ND RSVP BY 1/23

DONATION FOR PICNIC LUNCH!

Lunch is served at Noon. Donations appreciated.

Reservations are

required on the Monday a week prior to the

desired date for lunch.

INFORMATION AND MORE January 2017

CELEBRATE THE HALF WAY POINT OF WINTER WITH A BEACH PARTY!

JOIN US ON THURS. FEB 2ND AT 10AM FOR A MORNING FILLED WITH GAMES, FOOD AND FUN! WE WILL HAVE A PICNIC STYLE LUNCH AND ICE CREAM SUNDAES FOR DESSERT!

SUGGESTED DONATION FOR LUNCH - RSVP BY JANUARTY 23RD!

Middlefield Sr. Center . 440-632-061115820 Ridgewood Rd., Middlefield

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Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri

2

Senior Centers are closed today in observance of

the New Year

Festival of Sleep Day 3 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Color and conversation 10:30-12:00 Chair Volleyball 1:00-3:00 Dominoes 1:00-3:00 Theater Tuesdays “Pillow Talk” 1:30-2:15 Chair Exercises (OS)

National Trivia Day 4 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Group Trivia Games with prizes 1:00-2:00 Bingo:Briar Hill 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

5 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-1:00 Cornhole (Inside) 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball 5:30-7:30 Chair Volleyball (OS)

National Cuddle Up Day 6 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pickelball (OS) 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Chair Volleyball 10:30-11:00 Brain Games 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

9 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pickelball (OS) 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Gluten Free Living 11:30-12:00 Brain Games 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

Peculiar People Day 10 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Color and conversation 10:30-12:00 Chair Volleyball 1:00-3:00 Dominoes 1:00-3:00 Theater Tuesdays “Fierce Creatures” 1:30-2:15 Chair Exercises (OS)

11 8:30-9:30 In the News 8:30-11:30 GDA Social Work Appts 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Snap-Ed Presentation 1:00-2:00 Bingo:Burton Healthcare 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball 2:00-3:15 Geauga Mobile Library

12 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Cornhole (Inside) 12:30-1:00 Sr. Center Site Meeting 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

Friday the 13th 13 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pickelball (OS) 9:00-10:00 Monthly Breakfast and Raffle 10:30-11:30 Chair Volleyball 10:30-11:00 Brain Games 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

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Senior Centers closed

today in observance of the Martin Luther

King Jr. Holiday

17 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Color and conversation 10:30-12:00 Chair Volleyball 11:30-12:30 Out to Lunch w/ Burton Healtcare at Vinny’s 1:00-3:00 Dominoes 1:00-3:00 Theater Tuesdays “Some Like it Hot” 1:30-2:15 Chair Exercises (OS)

Thesarus Day 18 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Geauga Transit 1:00-2:00 Bingo: Senior Center 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

National Popcorn Day 19 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Cornhole (Inside) 10:30-12:00 Massotherapy Appts 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball


Handwriting Day 23 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pickelball (OS) 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Gluten Free Living 11:30-12:00 Brain Games 12:00-12:30 Monthly Birthday Party 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

24 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Color and conversation 10:30-12:00 Chair Volleyball 1:00-3:00 Dominoes 1:00-3:00 Theater Tuesdays “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” 1:30-2:15 Chair Exercises (OS)

Opposite Day 25 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 GDA - Kristen Bibby 1:00-2:00 Bingo: BrooksHouse 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball 2:00-3:15 Geauga Mobile Library

26 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-1:30 Out to Lunch at Cheesecake Factory 10:30-11:30 Cornhole (Inside) 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball


30 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pickelball (OS) 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Snowman Craft 11:30-12:00 Brain Games 12:00-12:30 Monthly Birthday Party 1:00-3:00 Chair Volleyball

Backward Day 31 8:30-9:30 In the News 9:00-11:00 Pinochle Group 9:30-10:15 Chair Exercises 10:30-11:30 Color and conversation 10:30-12:00 Chair Volleyball 1:00-3:00 Dominoes 1:00-3:00 Theater Tuesdays “Ruthless People” 1:30-2:15 Chair Exercises (OS)

January 2017 Middlefield

Health and Wellness Programs 01/09 Gluten Free Living Informal group of recipe exchanges, tips and ideas to live a gluten free life 01/11 Social Worker Assistance - call for info 01/19 Massotherapy: $1/minute Appts required 01/23 Gluten Free Living Informal group of recipe exchanges, tips and ideas to live a gluten free life Chair Exercises - M thru F: 9:30am at center Tue: 1:30pm at Library Tai Chi on TV - M thru F: 3:00pm at center

Health Kiosk is avaialable 8a-4p for blood pressure, oxygen levels and weight measurements

Speakers for January (talks start at 10:30am) 01/04 Group Trivia Fun Test your knowledge with some group trivia games, prizes included! 01/11 SNAP-Ed Are you eating healthy? Find out with this informative program by the OSU Ext Office. 01/18 Geauga Transit Find out what Geauga Transit can do for you. 01/25 GDA Kristen Bibby Kristen will discuss the Home Delivered Meal program as well as the multiple volunteer opportunities as the Dept. on Aging Outings/Events 01/13 Monthly Breakfast – 9:00am Enjoy a traditional breakfast of bacon and eggs, hashbrowns, toast and juice. $3 donation gets you one free raffle ticket. RSVP by 1/3 01/17 Out to Lunch - 11:30am Join Laura Washington from Burton Healthcare at Vinny’s for lunch on your own. 01/23 Monthly Birthday Party - 12:00pm Free lunch for all seniors with a Jan. birthday. Special treat after lunch. RSVP by 01/17. 01/26 Out to Lunch - 10:30am Bus transportation from the center to Legacy Village where we will have lunch at the Cheesecake Factory. Lunch on your own, donations accepted for transportation. RSVP by 01/17 01/30 Snowman Craft - 10:30am All supplies provided to complete your own snowman decoration. Theater Tuesdays - 1:00pm refreshments provided

BEACH PARTY - FEB. 2ND RSVP BY 1/23

DONATION FOR PICNIC LUNCH!

Lunch is served at Noon. Donations appreciated.

Reservations are

required on the Monday a week prior to the

desired date for lunch.

INFORMATION AND MORE January 2017

CELEBRATE THE HALF WAY POINT OF WINTER WITH A BEACH PARTY!

JOIN US ON THURS. FEB 2ND AT 10AM FOR A MORNING FILLED WITH GAMES, FOOD AND FUN! WE WILL HAVE A PICNIC STYLE LUNCH AND ICE CREAM SUNDAES FOR DESSERT!

SUGGESTED DONATION FOR LUNCH - RSVP BY JANUARTY 23RD!

Middlefield Sr. Center . 440-632-061115820 Ridgewood Rd., Middlefield

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Out & AboutMatch your physical abilities to an activity! Get your sneakers on!Our Trips now have physical capability requirements, put together to meet the needs of

each individual senior that attend our events. To better serve our seniors needs, we have developed a three tier capability scale. Our goal is to be sure that we are communicating

the physical requirements needed for each trip and to help us assure the safety of our seniors while they enjoy our programs. Please see the chart below for details regarding the

“Sneakers needed” for each individual trip.

Join us as we travel to Geauga Parks this winter for a snowshoe hike. Participants will be provided with snowshoes and poles, along with an

experienced guide to hike the beautiful snow covered trails this winter! No prior experience needed. Please dress in layers and wear outdoor boots.

*January 12, The West Woods, 9465 Kinsman Rd, Novelty *February 7, Observatory Park, 10610 Clay St. Montville

*February 23, The Rookery, 10110 Cedar Rd, Chesterland

Please return completed registration form from page 18 and money to 12555 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon, OH 44024. Make checks payable to Geauga County Department on Aging (GDA)

Be sure to include information below.

Cost: $4 per trip Event: Snowshoeing Dates: 1/12, 2/7, 2/23 Deadline to Register: 1/3, 1/30, 2/13

Hosting: Chardon

Dates Attending (Please Check): January 12th _______ February 7th _______ February 23rd _______ I have enclosed: $__________________ (For Transit to Geauga Park Only)

A bus will be provided to those seniors who would like transportation from the Chardon Senior Center to the park. The bus will leave the Chardon Senior Center at 10:00 am and return by 1:00 pm. If you prefer to

drive yourself to the assigned park site, please arrive no later than 10:30 am. Cost: $4 per trip (if using transportation from Chardon SC to park location)

If you have your own transportation to the park, this event is free.

Questions? Contact Melissa at 440-279-2126

Snowshoeing in the Parks

= One sneaker requires: minimal to no walking, appropriate for wheelchair and walker participants

= Two sneakers requires ability to: stand, walk and climb some stairs

= Three sneakers requires ability to: stand, walk, climb, hike, bike, paddle, requires good balance.

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Chronic Disease Self Management Course at Chardon Senior CenterAre you an adult age 60 or older with an ongoing or long-term health condition?

If you or someone you know has a chronic disease or long lasting health condition, join a FREE six-week course.

Take Charge of Your Health: Chronic Disease Self Management. You’ll get the support you need, find practical ways to deal with pain and fatigue, discover better nutrition and exercise choices, understand new treatment choices, and learn better

ways to talk with your doctor and family about your health.We can help you live a healthier life, and maybe even reduce cost to the health care

system, through the Six Weeks to Better Choices workshop series. For people with chronic illness, CDSM has been shown to improve health and communication with doctors, while

reducing distress and helping manage symptoms like fatigue, pain, and depression.Learn from trained leaders who understand firsthand what you are experiencing. Classes

are geared to individual participants’ needs.Set your own weekly goals and make a step-by-step plan to improve your health—

and your life.

Six (6) classes - 2 1/2 hr sessions, held weekly beginning Wednesday February 8thClass Schedule dates as follows;2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, & 3/15.

Class meets every Wednesday from 10:30 am until 1:30pm.Call Christine Bacon at (440) 279-2131 for more information.

Chagrin Valley Little Theatre in conjunction with Geauga Dept. on Aging Presents:

“Little Shop of Horrors”

Free Preview, Thursday March 23 8:00PM until 10:00PM. A suggested $5 donation to CVLT is greatly appreciated the night of the show! Chagrin Valley Little Theatre, 40 River St. Chagrin Falls, OH 44022 Chagrin Valley Little Theatre & Geauga Dept. on Aging invite YOU to attend a FREE viewing of the final dress rehearsal of CVLT’s production of “Little Shop of Horrors” before it begins its official run! Space is limited! Call (440) 721-1416 no later than Tuesday, March 22nd to reserve your spot! Transit is NOT available for this event. FREE Parking is available at the River Street Playhouse, behind the Popcorn Shop, or in the Municipal lots in the shopping center off of Main St. A decent amount of walking MAY BE INVOLVED to get to the theatre. We recommend you arrive prior to 7:45pm — Show begins promptly at 8:00pm!

GEAUGA WALKERS

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Fighting against Parkinson’s - A non-contact boxing & fitness class! Fighting against Parkinson’s is a class for seniors diagnosed with or who have early onset Parkinson’s disease whose

symptoms are mild. This class, offered through the Geauga County Department on Aging, will provide non-contact boxing style fitness programs. The goal of this program is to delay the progression of Parkinson symptoms. Strength, speed, balance, and flexibility will be worked on through a variety of exercises and core conditioning. Improving your

overall fitness levels, maintaining a strong healthy body while working on postural imbalances and increasing your core strength will be focused on throughout this program.

If you are interested and would like to register or would like further information, please call Sandy McLeod at the Geauga County Department on Aging at 279-2137.

Classes held on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 9:30AM until 11:00AM

Please note the new address - Taekwondo Center, 209 Center St, Chardon, OH

Make a change for the better today! Medicare may pay for counseling sessions if you, or someone you know, struggle with alcohol or drug misuse. Ask your physician for a referral. For those with alcohol or drug addiction problems, Medicare may provide inpatient and outpatient treatments.

Call 440-285-2261 and press 2 for the Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn more about benefits.

“Rapids Road, Troy Snowshoeing Available, if Snow”

“Chickadee” Trail - Bring Bird Seed Forest Picnic Area, Past Nature Center”

“Quinn Road, Auburn/Bainbridge Twp; Snowshoe? North Point Shelter”

“Hobart Road off Rt 6, West of Rt 306, Cross Country Skiing Available for $, if Snow”

“Old Rider Road, Burton, Snowshoeing Available, if snow”

01/03/17* Eldon Russell Park

01/10/17 North Chagrin Reservation

01/17/17* Beartown Lakes Reservation

01/24/17 Chapin Forest

01/31/17* Burton Wetlands Nature Preserve

All walks begin promptly at 1:00. An * indicates that a Naturalist will accompany us on these walks. Any questions, call Jay Saleck at (440) 286-2072 or Jane Hall-Nemeth at (440) 567-1228 or Carol Rinehart at (440) 487-4346.

February “Fitness” SeriesJoin the Chardon Senior Center for a series on Fitness related topics during the month of February! We will participate

in different exercise classes, learn the benefits that exercise has on our bodies, and even take a trip to the YMCA to learn about the different programs they offer to seniors!

Please wear appropriate clothes and footwear for exercise Class will be held every Friday during the month of February from 12:30-2:00 pm.

Topics Covered: ** Friday, February 3, Massage Therapy ** Friday, February 10, Non-Contact Boxing ** Friday, February 17, Chair Yoga ** Friday, February 24, YMCA Trip.

Complete registration form on page 18, and include a check for $12.00, which covers the cost of all four classes. Deadline is Monday, January 23.

Questions? Contact Melissa at the Chardon Senior Center at 440-279-2126

Daytime Senior Book DiscussionsIf you love to read then join us for interesting discussions on a variety of books. You can pick up the yearly reading list

at your local Senior Center or by calling Sandy McLeod at 440-279-2137

Monday Jan 9 (2nd Monday of each month) - at West Geauga Senior Center 1:00 to 2:00 Discussing: Circling the Sun by Paula McCann

Thursday Jan 12 (2nd Thursday of each month)- at Burton Library from 1:30 to 3:00 Discussion: Assassination Vacation by Sarah Vowell

Discussion books are available to loan at hosting Library’s front desk, call to have them reserve a book for you!

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Music Enrichment

For more information please contact Christine at the Chardon Senior Center 440-279-2131

The first Music Enrichment Class will be held on Friday, December 16th at 1:00 pm at Chardon SC. Classes will be held monthly: Check

the Chardon SC Calendar for future dates

Embrace the joy of music and explore the brain health benefits during this hour class! Join in fun and interactive music experi-ences as we sing along to familiar tunes we love and strengthen our memory, coordination, and stamina. Playing the provided rhythm instruments for keeping the beat is option-al.This group is for fun, not critique, and no prior music experience is re-quired. The instructor, Lu-cy, leads the way, using music the participants use. It sounds good, and it’s a good time; you will love it!

You are invited to the“Heart to Heart Dance”

Friday, February 17, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm, Park Elementary Auditorium on Chardon SquareMobility needed for steps

□ Dancing □ Music □ LuncheonBring a date; come stag or with a group of friends. You will interact with both the high school students and Park

Elementary second graders! Hosted by Chardon High School TeensSponsored by Geauga Department on Aging and UH Geauga Medical Center

Parking available at Tractor Supply & a bus will pick you up and bring you to

Park School at 9:15 since parking on square is so limited.

Please complete the registration form on page 18 and mail it to Dept on Aging, along with your check made payable to Chardon Local Schools, 12555 Ravenwood Dr., Chardon OH 44024.

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Cost: $10.00 (*Scholarships Available) Deadline is Feb 3, 2017 I have enclosed: $_______________

Senior Center Outings and Activities

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AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE CLASSCome to the Chardon Senior Center, located at 12555 Ravenwood Drive, andlearn the basics of Sign Language including the ASL alphabet, numbers, finger spelling, gestures, and grammar. Classes will be held from 12:45PM until 2:15PM, every Wednesday.

This is a free class, however seniors must be registered to participate. Call (440) 279-2131 for more information.

BOXING CLASSESNew to Chardon Senior Center, a non-contact boxing style fitness class. We will focus on strength, speed, balance, flexibility, brain work, and eye hand coordination through a variety of exercises and core conditioning. The goal of this class is to improve your overall fitness level, help you maintain a strong healthy body while working on good posture and increasing your core strength. Equipment is provided.

The class will be held on Mondays, from 2:00-3:00 pm, beginning January 23. A suggested Donation of $1 per Class.

Questions? Want to Register? Contact Melissa at the Chardon Senior Center at 440-279-2126

RUG HOOKING CLASS AT CHARDON SENIOR CENTERRUG HOOKING IS HUGE AT CHARDON!!! The rug hooking group meets every Monday morning from 10 a.m. until noon for fun, fellowship and creativity. We make rugs, wall hangings, pillows, table mats and footstool covers. Using a hook, strips of fabric and a hoop or a frame, and using a technique utilized in the 1800’s, one can create beautiful items for the home. If you’re not familiar with this easy to learn old art form

enjoyed by both women and men, please come for a visit. For more information, please call Beth Croup at 440-635-0209

MONTHLY OUT TO LUNCH BUNCHJanuary 24th 11:30-1:30Join Your Friends or Meet New Ones at the Out to Lunch Bunch hosted by the Chardon Senior Center. We choose a different Restaurant Each Month! Meet us there, or catch a ride from the Chardon senior center to the designated restaurant, the choice is yours.

Seating for the Bus is limited to 12 people and there is a charge of $3 to cover mileage costs.The Price is based on what you order, ALL cost is up to you, order what you like, and pay your bill at the end as usual. The average price range for most entrees at this location is from $10-$15, with additional cost for beverage, tax and gratuity. Come and join us, Tuesday January 24th. See Ya There!!!

Please complete the registration form on page 18 and return it to “Geauga County Dept. on Aging,” 12555 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon, OH 44024

If you have questions, call Christine, Chardon Senior Center: 440-279-2131

CHAIR VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS WANTED!!Chardon Senior Center is looking for Chair Volleyball players to help us develop our own Chair Volleyball Team here at the Center. If you enjoy this sport, or just want to do something active and fun, then we NEED YOU!!!! If you are interested in becoming a part of the Chardon Chair Volleyball Team, please contact Christine Bacon at 440-279-2131

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JANUARY BIRTHDAY BASHAt the Chardon Senior Center, on Wednesday January 25th, from 12:00 to 1:30pm. Join us for this FREE event which includes lunch, cake & ice cream and Entertainment by Ralph Szubski.We will be celebrating ALL January Birthdays. If you would like to attend, please return a completed registration form, found on page 18, to Geauga County Department on Aging 12555 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon OH, 44024

Event Date: Jan 25, 2017, Deadline to Register: Monday Jan 16, 2016.

“THE GADGET GURU”Do you have questions or are you learning to use Computers or laptops, your smart phone, the internet, your operating system, etc….Our Gadget Guru will be at the Chardon Senior Center, located at 12555 Ravenwood Dr. Chardon, the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 12:30-3:00 to answer your basic technical questions! Appointment duration will be 30 minutes per senior, with a maximum of 5 each session. So, don’t wait!!! Call Christine at 440-279-2131, to schedule an appointment!

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*Plus, there are NO TESTS TO PASS. Details for registering will be announced in March.*This 4 hour course can save your life, and make you eligible for Auto-Insurance Discounts.

Developed for Seniors, 55 and older. Learn how aged related changes can affect your driving skills, along with techniques to help compensate as needed. All driving seniors should consider this course.

***SAVE THE DATE***Coming to The Chardon Senior Center on April 11. Call Christine Bacon (440) 279-2131 for further details.The NEW Smart Driver Course

YARN CREATIONS CLASSEvery Tuesday from 10:30AM -12:00pm

Come and join your friends and share patterns, learn new ones, or just learn as a beginner.If you like to knit, crochet, or would like to learn loom knitting, we can teach you!!! Often we work on projects, such as making scarfs/hats for ODJFS children, Newborn hats for the hospital, currently we are accepting donated yarn to make warm scarfs for the respiratory Patients at UH Geauga.

Classes are free; however materials are not provided, and will need to be purchased on your own, unless using donated yarn for Charity projects. All participants MUST BE registered with the Geauga County Dept on Aging. If interested, contact Christine Bacon (440) 279-2131 for details on supplies or materials needed.

THANK YOU TO THE 2016 HOLIDAY MEAL SPONSORS!!!These sponsors each paid one third of the overall cost for the Holiday Meal program. This program fed seniors who were home and alone on the holidays!

The Thanksgiving Sponsors for 2016 were Care Corp, Mapleview Country Villa and The Weils of Bainbridge!

The Christmas Day Meal Sponsors were Cherished Companions, The Hills and The Residence of Chardon!!

Thank you for supporting this important program!!!

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Event: _______________________________________________ Location: ____________________________

Cost: _____________ Amount Enclosed ________________ Event Date (s) ___________________

Name:_________________________________________________ Phone:_____________________________

Address:__________________________________________________ City/Zip:______________________

Emergency Contact __________________________________ Phone # ________________________________

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Transportation to Center (AM)_____ Home (PM)_______ Transportation to event____________________

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Event: _______________________________________________ Location: ____________________________

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Name:_________________________________________________ Phone:_____________________________

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Emergency Contact __________________________________ Phone # ________________________________

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Transportation to Center (AM)_____ Home (PM)_______ Transportation to event____________________

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Internal use - Date Received ____________ Staff Initials ___________ Receipt # ________________

GEAUGA COUNTY SENIORS REGISTRATION FOR EVENTS ***Please fill out registration form and mail to GDA at 12555 Raven Wood Drive, Chardon OH 44024***

In consideration of acceptance into the above referenced program, I do hereby, for myself, release the County of Geauga and the officials, officers, agents and employees of the County from liability for any harm, injury, or damage which I may suffer while participating in the above described program. This includes all risks that are connected with this activity whether foreseen or unforeseen.

I agree to hold the County and its agents, officials and employees harmless from any damage to persons or property resulting from my negligence and/or intentional acts. I assume the responsibility of mental and physical fitness to participate in said program, and agree to abide by all rules and requirements of the program.

• I authorize any of the staff at the Department on Aging to provide any necessary assistance to me in any emergency situation including those requiring medical attention. I have fully informed myself of the contents of this release by reading it before I signed it. I realize that by signing this document I am giving up legal rights to which I may be entitled.

X___________________________________________________________________ Signature of Participant Date

Refund Policy for the Geauga Department on AgingThe Department on Aging will no longer be issuing refunds for programs and events, in an effort to honor our commitment to our vendors and

transportation companies. When signing up for programs and events you become responsible for that reservation. In the event you are unable to attend a program or event you signed up for, you may transfer your reservation to another Geauga County Senior. If someone attends a

program or event in your place you must contact the Department on Aging with the individual’s name and contact information.In the unusual event that the Department on Aging cancels an event we will refund the ticket price via check. We apologize for any

inconvenience this may cause.

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CLUBS: SHARE - VISIT - MIX - MINGLE - FUNBAINBRIDGE BROWN BAGGERS Bainbridge Brown Baggers meet every Thursday from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. in the Burns-Lindow Building, 8465 Bainbridge Rd. Stop in with your brown bag lunch to socialize and maybe play a few hands of cards.

ST. ANSELM YOUNG OF HEART St. Anselm’s Young of Heart meet on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month at noon at St. Anselm’s parish center in Chesterland. Bring your brown bag lunch. Dessert and beverage will be provided. At the January 6 meeting we will be entertained by the music of Frank Cardone. On January 20 Tom Strong, who is a medical lecturer, will talk to us about our “Aging Eyes.” Remember, if the West Geauga Schools are closed because of weather, our meeting is cancelled. You will not receive a call. Check the TV news. Also remember, January is time to pay your dues of $15 for the year. A trip is being planned for early May to Holland, MI for the Tulip Festival and Traverse City and Charlevoix, MI. Check next month’s Newsletter for more details or call Nancy at 440-729-9684.

In Memoriam We are sorry to say we lost 3 of our members this past year. Our sympathies go out to their families: Lucy Frank, Carnita Lorenzo and Don Gorski.

PARKMAN 55+ CLUB The celebrations are over. The chipmunks have stopped eating our bird seed. It’s time for our long winter’s nap. No club meetings in January and February. Have a Blessed New Year. See you all in March. If you have any questions about the club, please call Linda Bell at (440) 635-9171, Doris Schwendeman (440-632-5461) or Chris Hippley (440-632-3182.

BAINBRIDGE/CHAGRIN AARP CHAPTER #4527 Our January meeting will be Tuesday, January 3, 2017 (weather permitting) at 1pm, at the Bainbridge Town Hall, 17826 Chillicothe Road, Bainbridge Twp. (Behind the Fire Station) Come and join us for an interesting program, and have a nice warm cup of coffee and a sweet treat. If the Kenston School system is cancelled due to the weather, our meeting will be cancelled also. Check your television stations for school closings. For further information, please call Betty Franek @440-543-4767.

ST. MARY’S 50 PLUS CLUB Happy 2017! St. Mary’s 50+Club would like to start the year out healthy by having a baked potato and salad luncheon. We invite you to join us on Monday, January 16, 2017 in the ABC Room at 12:00 noon at St. Mary’s Chardon. Time to pay your yearly dues; $10 per person or $15 per couple. New members are always welcome. The monthly raffle and desert will follow. Remember, if school is cancelled, this meeting is too.

CHARDON SENIOR CENTER GROUPSCelebrate your heritage by joining one of the ethnic groups that meet at the Chardon Senior Center. New members are always welcome.Ethnic Groups meeting in December:The Slovenian Club and Czech Club are on winter break. Check the newsletter for future meetings.

All club news must be at the Chardon Senior Center by the 5th of the month preceding publication. News can be sent to: HYPERLINK “mailto:[email protected]” [email protected] or fax to 440-285-3408 or mail to Bill Phillips, Dept. on Aging, 12555 Ravenwood Dr., Chardon, OH 44024.

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SUPPORT GROUPSTHE LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP will meet on Monday, January 9 at 10:00AM. Ralph Johnson of the Cleveland Sight Center facilitates this group. If you or someone you love has vision problems caused by macular degeneration, glaucoma or other conditions, we encourage you to attend the monthly meetings.

THE PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP will meet on Tuesday, January 17 at 12:30PM at the Chardon Senior Center.

VETERANS BREAKFAST AT THE CHAGRIN FALLS SENIOR CENTER, held on Tuesday, January 10 at 9:00AM. Free for Veterans. Please call for reservations. 440-247-8510.

THE STROKE SUPPORT GROUP call the West Geauga Senior Center for details (440) 729-2782.

CLEVELAND AREA ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION and 24/7 Helpline - 1-800-272-3900. All meetings are open to the public.

Chardon Support Group meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. at St. Mary’s Church, 401 North St. in Chardon.

DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP meets on the 4th Thursday of every month at 6:30 p.m. at Arden Courts, 8100 East Washington St. in Chagrin Falls. For more information about our support groups or other services, call our Helpline at 440-942-7651.

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP - Care Corp Home Health & Hospice offers Bereavement Support Groups several times per year. Please call the Care Corp office at 440-286-2273 or 1-888-227-3811 if you need support.

MAKE A CHANGE FOR THE BETTER TODAY!If you, or someone you know, are struggling with alcohol misuse, adults and women who are pregnant and covered by Medicare, are qualified for 4 face-to-face counseling sessions annually, provided by a qualified primary care doctor. Call 440-285-2261 and ask for Benefits Assistance.

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Directions for Help

The Department on Aging’s Social Work Program has Social Workers who are ready and able to help you navigate through current or ongoing problems and/or issues.

For more information on this program or if you could use additional resources or help, call the Geauga County Department on Aging at (440) 279-2130.

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“THE GRANDPARENT SCAM”Don’t Let It Happen To You! You’re a grandparent, and you get a phone call or an e-mail from someone who identifies himself as your grandson. “I’ve been arrested in another country,” he says, “and need money wired quickly to pay my bail. And oh by the way, don’t tell my mom or dad because they’ll only get upset!”

This is an example of what’s come to be known as “the grandparent scam”—yet another fraud that preys on the elderly, this time by taking advantage of their love and concern for their grandchildren. The grandparent scam has been around for a few years and the FBI has been receiving reports since 2008. But the scam and scam artists have become more sophisticated. Thanks to the Internet and social networking sites, a criminal can sometimes uncover personal information about their targets, which makes the impersonations more believable. For example, the actual grandson may mention on his Facebook page that he’s a photographer who often travels to Mexico. When contacting the grandparents, the phony grandson will say he’s calling from Mexico, where someone stole his camera equipment and passport. To make things even more believable, instead of the “grandchild” making the phone call, the criminal pretends to be an arresting police officer, a lawyer, a doctor at a hospital, or some other person. The FBI has reported that they even received complaints about the phony grandchild talking first and then handing the phone over to an accomplice…to further spin the fake tale.Please avoid being victimized in the first place by simply resisting the pressure to act quickly. Then try to contact your grandchild or another family member to determine whether or not the call is legitimate. Finally and most importantly never wire money based on a request made over the phone or in an e-mail, especially overseas. Wiring money is like giving cash; once you send it, you can’t get it back. But if you do fall victim to the Grandparent Scam, report the incident to the police for further guidance!

Submitted by the South Russell Police Department.

ADULT DAY SERVICESThe Adult Day Service (ADS) program is FREE to Geauga County residents, but donations are greatly appreciated.

The program includes transportation and lunch.The ADS location is at 12555 Ravenwood Drive in Chardon. Contact phone number (440) 279-2149, or email

[email protected]. The days and hours of service are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – to – 2:30 PM.Scope of Service

To provide client-centered continuum of care to frail and/or cognitively impaired Geauga County Seniors. To promote independence and well-being of the program participants. To provide support, education and relief to caregivers. To provide physical, mental, and social stimulation.

November HighlightsWednesday, January 11th: “Technology through the Years” – Come reminisce about early technology and get a

glimpse at today’s latest and greatest. Thursday, January 26th: “Scattergories” – Test your brain as we compete in this fun and challenging word game.

Monday, January 30th: “Life as a Senior” – Join us for this fun and interactive discussion that will make you look at life as a senior in a whole new way!

Lunch daily at noon. Chair Exercises Mondays and Thursdays. Bell Choir Tuesdays AM. Chair Volleyball on Fridays. Music with Lucy on the first and third Fridays of the month.

January 2017 Geauga Department of Aging

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3 Roasted Pork Loin 3oz

Sweet Potatoes ½ c Broccoli ½ c

2oz Blueberry Muffin Chunky Applesauce ½ c

4 Lemon Gravy Chicken Breast 3 oz

Butternut Squash ½ c Green Beans ½ c

2 Whole Grain Wheat Orange

5 Chili Con Carne 8 oz

Mixed Vegetables ½ c Corn Muffin 2 oz Apple Juice 4 oz

Banana

6 Cheese Ravioli 6 oz

Broccoli ½ c *Peas & Carrots ½ c

Whole Grain Breadsticks 2 oz Mandarin Oranges ½ c

9 Swiss Steak 3oz/Gravy 2oz

*Mashed Potatoes ½ c Baby Carrots ½ c

2 Whole Grain White Tropical Fruit ½ c

10 BBQ Chicken Breast 3 oz

Butternut Squash/ Sweet Pot Med. ½ c Brussel Sprouts ½ c

WG Honey Wheat Biscuit 2 oz Orange Juice 4 oz

11 Stuffed Cabbage 4 oz w/Sauce

Mashed Potatoes ½ c Corn w/Red Peppers ½ c

2 Whole Grain Wheat Banana

12 Beef Stroganoff 4 oz

Noodles ½ c Harvard Beets ½ c Green Beans ½ c

Whole Grain White Pineapple Chunks ½ c

13 2(2oz) Stuffed Shells w/Sauce 2 oz

Spinach ½ c Lemon Juice 1 PC

California Blend ½ c Whole Grain Garlic Toast 2 oz

Sliced Pears ½ c

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17 Breaded Fish 4 oz Tartar Sauce 1 PC

Tater Tots ½ c Broccoli ½ c

2 Whole Grain Wheat Sliced Peaches ½ c

18 Sweet & Sour Meatballs 3-1 oz

Sauce 2 oz Brown Rice ½ c

Capri Blend Vegetables ½ c Whole Grain Wheat Tropical Fruit ½ c

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19 Breaded Chicken Breast Pattie 3 oz

Mashed Potatoes1/2 c Gravy 2 oz

Green Peas ½ c Whole Grain Wheat

Orange Graham Crackers 3 (2-1/2” sq)

20 Beef Meatloaf w/Ketch Glz 3 oz

Baked Beans ½ c Mixed Vegetables ½ c 2 Whole Grain White

Banana

23 Ham 3 oz Gravy 2 oz

Mashed Potatoes ½ c Cauliflower/Broccoli ½ c

2 Whole Grain White Mandarin Oranges ½ c

24 BBQ Rib Patty 3 oz Sweet Potatoes ½ c Brussel Sprouts ½ c

Whole Grain Bun Chunky Applesauce ½ c

25 Chicken Breast stuff. w/Broccoli 6 oz

Green Beans ½ c Red Cabbage ½ c

2 Whole Grain White Mixed Fruit ½ c

26 Salisbury Steak 3 oz

Gravy 2 oz Mashed Potatoes ½ c Mixed Vegetables ½ c

Whole Grain Honey Wheat Biscuit 2 oz Banana

27 Beef Sloppy Joe 4 oz

Seasoned Wedge Potatoes ½ c Harvard Beets ½ c Whole Grain Bun

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Swedish Meatballs 6 oz Noodles ½ c

Peas ½ c Carrots ½ c

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CHESTERLAND FOOD PANTRY GEAUGA COUNTRY HUNGER TASK FORCEFood is provided for low-income families and individuals. ID is required for each member of the family and the

family must be a resident of Geauga County. No Appointment Necessary!Monday 6:30-8:00pm, Tuesday 9:30-11:00am, Wednesday 1:00-2:30pm, Thursdays from 10:00-11:30am.

Christ Presbyterian Church - 12419 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, OH 44026440-729-1688 - Please drive around to the rear door at the far end of the playground. In case of inclement

weather, you may call the church office.

ATTENTION: The Geauga County Dept. on Aging cannot control or guarantee the continued wholesomeness and safety of its food once it leaves the Agency’s facility. Therefore, all food or beverages are intended to be consumed on-premises at the Geauga County Department on Aging. The Department on aging will not be liable for any damages arising from the consumption of any food or beverages outside of the Department on Aging premises.

January 2017Geauga Department of Aging

Lunch Menu

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Home Delivered Meal Drivers Needed!!!The Geauga County Department on Aging is in need of Home Delivered Meal Drivers. These volunteers, once trained, can deliver meals as a substitute (when the driver is available), once a month or as often as they would like. Companies and civic groups organize their members to reduce the number of times individuals volunteer.Meal routes are delivered Monday through Friday and provide a nutritious lunch for 10 and 15 homebound seniors. If you are 18 years of age or older, have a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance, your help is needed.To help, call the Kristen Bibby at the Geauga County Department on Aging at (440) 279-2138.

Deadline for the news and information items is the 5th of the

month prior to publication.The Geauga Senior Newsletter is the

official publication of the Geauga County Dept. on Aging. Located at 12555

Ravenwood Dr. Chardon, Oh 44024.

The newsletter is published monthly, and has a circulation of approximately 4,200 hard copy and 700 plus via the

web.If you are not receiving the newsletter, and you are a Geauga County Senior,

60 years of age of older, call (440) 279-2130.

Board of CommissionersGeauga County Ohio

Ralph SpidalieriWalter Claypool

Timothy C. Lennon

Typist/Proofreader Nancy Battenfield

Please let us know if you have a change of address.

Department on Aging Admin Staff

Jessica Boalt – DirectorKathy Patrella – Asst. DirectorChris Anspach – Fiscal OfficerSandy McLeod – Senior Centers SupervisorBill Phillips – Marketing/OutreachKristen Bibby – Home Delivered Meals & Volunteer Coord.Karen Stone – Administrative Asst.Ed Shortridge – Maintenance Coordinator

***Attention Geauga County Seniors***If you registered with the GDA in 2016, there is No Need to complete a registration for 2017, Unless there has been a change in your registration information. (For example - change of address, new phone number, new emergency

contact). Please use the enclosed Registration Update Form, ONLY if you have had any changes in your information since 2016.

Geauga County Seniors who were registered in 2016, and have no information changes, can pick up a permanent registration card starting January 3, 2017. This New Card will not expire. If you lose your card, there is a $5.00 fee for a new one. Please note that all Out of County Seniors and Guests Under 60 years of age will now be charged an

annual fee of $25 to register with the GDA.

*This annual fee does not include a subscription to the Geauga Senior News.*

Overwhelmed with your responsibilities of caring for a loved one with early dementia?

Are you a caregiver for a Geauga County Senior who has beginning stages of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia? Could you use a little personal time to run errands or take a break?

If so, then call the Department on Aging’s Adult Day Service Program. The Adult Day Service staff can care for your loved one in a safe, structured environment, while you take some needed time.

The Adult Day Service Program is open Monday through Friday, from 9:00am until 2:00pm. Your loved one can be eligible to receive transportation, a nutritious lunch, cognitive stimulation, physical exercise, socialization and more.

Off-site field trips are offered at different times during the year at a nominal fee. The ADS Program is a free program offered to Geauga Seniors and is funded by the Senior Services Levy and

donations.

If you are interested in hearing more about this program, or would like to schedule a visit, call Vicki Krueger at (440) 279-2149, or (440) 834-1856 ext. 2149, or (440) 564-7131 ext. 2149.

Providing Excellence in Short-Term Rehab, Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, Independent Living,

Outpatient Therapy & Home Health Care.

WE ARE CALLED TO SERVE THOSE WHO ARE ENTRUSTED TO US.

Do you need a ride for an Out of County Medical Appointment?

The Geauga County Department on Aging provides the Out of County Medical Transportation to Geauga County seniors,

age 60 and older to designated parts of Lake, Cuyahoga, Portage, Ashtabula, and Trumbull

counties, and the city of Twinsburg.

Out of County Medical Transportation is available to Geauga Seniors on a first come-

first served basis, Monday through Friday. There are vehicles equipped with wheelchair

lifts. This is a curb-to-curb service and individuals need to be able get in and out of the medical buildings on their own. A family

member or attendant can also ride with senior. When you call to book your ride please

provide us your doctor’s name, address and phone number, the appointment date and time and approximately how long the appointment

may last.

There is no fee for this program. Although, we will gladly accept donations to help

enhance and grow the program. For further information please call the Geauga County

Department on Aging at 440-279-2130.

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