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December, 2021

John E. McCluskey, Esq.ELDER LAW ATTORNEYFuneral & Cremation ServiceAndrew A. Frates - PresidentAdam Frates - Vice President Janice M. Frates - Funeral Dir.Kingston CarverESTATE PLANNING WILLSTRUSTS ASSET PROTECTIONphone 781.585.4453 fax n@rmlawma.comIn youth, love and art. In age, investments and antiques. -Mason CooleyWE BUY SINGLE ITEMS& COMPLETE ESTATESB Estate Work - Appraisals ForIndividuals & Atty’sB House Calls are FREE Anywherein Plymouth CountyB I Return Phone CallsB Estate Clean Outs FromCellar to AtticB We Provide Friendly and HonestServiceESTATE PLANNING ELDER LAW TAXJames M. Tierney, Esq., CPA, LL.M.Brian J. DesRosiers, Esq., LL.M.LOOKING FORB Antique/Quality Used FurnitureB Silver, Jewelry, CoinsB Pottery, Porcelain, GlassB Art, Paintings, Bronze, Textiles,Oriental RugsB Americana -Whaling &Nautical, Decoys, BasketSamplers & MoreB Lighting - Oil & Early Electric Military - Swords, Bayonets, Medals,Badges, UniformsB Clocks & WatchesB Dolls & ToysB Books, Post Cards, ManuscriptsTown Histories & AtlasesB Collectibles - IncludingHummels, Doultons & Liadros PaperWeightsB Musical InstrumentsB Thank You - My InterestsExceed This List!185 PLYMOUTH AVE., MARSHFIELDCALL ANYTIME781-837-9584 CELL 617-688-0044DesRosiers & Tierney, LLCAttorneys at LawCARTMELL- DAVISFUNERAL & CREMATIONPLYMOUTH 508-746-2162MANOMET 508-224-2252“A Life Celebration Home”www.cartmelldavis.comFuneral DirectorsKathy Cartmell-Sirrico John J. Vincent, Jr.Daniel R. Holland Mary R. Aveni Heidie L. GrantKeeping your loved one safe, happy & living independently Cared-4 Program - Scheduled Wellness Calls, Meals and Nutrition Planning,24-Hour Monitoring, Day-to-Day Assistance & Companionship Escort - To appointments, including medical, dental and shopping Help with ALL ADL and IADL Services Direct Link - Fall Detection, 911 calls, GPS, Medication Management, Vital MonitoringCall 508-843-9461 for your free in- home e-ma for ALL servicesMark W.-CFSPJ. RobertRobert E.Steve P.781.834.7320 781.834.7712 faxEmail: alhome.comJane Ricardi, CFP Certified Financial Planner ProfessionalMargaret Brook, MBA, CRC Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC )FINANCIAL & RETIREMENT PLANNINGPERSONAL SERVICE774-773-310481 SAMOSET ST. STE. 1 PLYMOUTH, MA 02360WWW.NORTHLIGHTFINANCIALSERVICES.COMDuxbury, MACall for a complimentary consultation 781-934-5060Funeral Directors1755 Ocean Street / PO Box 84Marshfield, MA 02050www.DTSEstateLaw.comHingham, MAElena SchepisTzeng, AuD.Doctor of AudiologyHearing Aids Cognitive ScreeningsDiagnostic Hearing Evaluations Tinnitus Evaluation and TreatmentCerumen (Wax) Management Cochlear Implants / BahaCustom Earmolds Assistive Listening Devices Ear Piercing20 EAST STREET UNIT 1, HANOVER, MA 02339781-924-3648 www.HearingHealthHHP.comKnowledge is power,stay clear. We can help.Associated Eye SurgeonsLois M. Townshend, MD., FRCSC Henry J. Kriegstein, MD., FACSLauren W. Bierman, MDMake an appointment:508-747-474845 Resnik Road, Plymouth AssociatedEyeSurgeons.comAd info. 1-800-477-4574 Publication Support 1-800-888-4574 www.lpicommunities.com Duxbury Senior Center, Duxbury, MA04-0685

Page 3—Council on Aging Duxbury DoingsHAPPY HOLIDAYS!There’s a holiday feeling in the air! The halls have been decked, the cookies havebeen baked (and some have been eaten), and the programming staff hasorganized a wide array of ac#vi#es that will bring you joy all month long.Programs have been organized with your body, mind and spirit in mind!FOR OUR BODIES!We have added new movement classes to our calendar. We will offer ballroomdancing on Fridays from 10:00 a.m. and Line dancing on Tuesdays at 3:00 p.m.Did you know that dancing has shown many health benefits? It has beenreported that dancing improves moods and cogni#ve skills. It also increasesstrength and agility. Addi#onally, dancing allows us to become more connected and social. These socialinterac#ons improve mood and mental health.FOR OUR MINDS!History buffs: Join us on Zoom on Thursday December 2 to meet author Philip Goodrich to discuss his newaudiobook, Somerse : Benjamin Franklin and the Masterminding of American Independence. And for literaryenthusiasts, December is Jane Austen’s birthday month! We have special programs to celebrate, including apresenta#on on the clothing styles of the Jane Austen Era, on Saturday, December 11 at 11:00 a.m. and a lessonon tea infusions with Therapy Gardens on Wednesday, December 15th at 11:00 a.m.FOR OUR SPIRITS!If the holidays are more than you can manage a%er the loss of someone you love, we are offering “Coping withthe Holiday while Grieving” on Thursday, December from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This interac#ve workshop willhelp you discuss poten#al challenges you are facing and will teach prac#cal #ps for coping this holiday season.HOLIDAY FUNAnd of course, the holidays wouldn’t be complete without food, family, and friends. Join us for the holidayappe#zer demonstra#on and tas#ng on Thursday, December 9 at 1:00 p.m. Come and taste some deliciousmorsels and take home recipes new recipes that will WOW your guests this holiday season.And finally, help us ring in the New Year with a new holiday tradi#on! This year we will offer a Jazz Brunch withlive entertainment by Lisa Yves on Thursday, November 30th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.I hope you will share the magic of the season with us and have an opportunity to enjoy #me with family andfriends living near and far!Wishing you the happiest of holidays and good healthy in 2022!JoanneCarol is retiring! Join us on Tuesday, December 28th at 2:00 p.m towish Carol a happy retirement and to thank her for all she has done atSenior Center. Light refreshments will be served.

Page 4—www.duxburyseniorcenter.orgDUXBURY SENIOR CENTER10 Mayflower Street, Duxbury, MA 02332PHONE: (781) 934-5774FAX: (781) 934-1135WEBSITE: www.duxburyseniorcenter.orgMEET THE STAFFDirector . Joanne MooreAssistant Director .Angela SinnottManager of Volunteers .Christine CoakleyMedia Manager. . .Brooke McDonoughFinance Manager Elissa WyllieCommunity ServicesManager Anna Seery (Interim)Volunteer SHINE Counselor Alan RosenbergVeteran’s Service Officer . Mike ThorpFood ServiceFood Service Manager . Peter DeweyHDM Manager . Cathy DameFood Service Coordinator .Dina TeutenPrograms TeamProgram Coordinator. .Carol BoudrieauProgram Coordinator .Regan RoderiguesProgram Coordinator . Michelle RussoSocial Day ProgramManager . .Caren Harrison. Suzanne ErrastiCustodial Staff . Jim BrooksTransportation/Medical Bus DriversSteve Dubuque, Jim Dexter, Bob Johnson,Bob Dame, Terrence O’Grady and Jack BreenCover photo by Anne HenningAnne Henning is a Duxbury artist and photographer and theowner of Anne Henning Gallery in the DuxburyMarketplace. For more of her artwork, follow Anne onInstagram at Instagram.com/annehenningphotography. Thisphoto was taken on Washington Street in Duxbury. (Itlooks like Santa could live there!)

Page 5—Council on Aging Duxbury DoingsFitness Classes at DSCVirtual Fitness ClassesTo register for virtual or in person fitnessclasses please visit our website and click onRegister for a Fitness Program. You will alsofind a description of each class andconfirmation of the dates class will meet eachmonth.Registration will be online and payment is forthe monthly series.BALANCE FOR LIFE WITH CHAIR ASSIST withSarah —Monday & Thursday, 9:30 AMAlthough registration is for the monthlyseries, our monthly fitness fee is based onour affordable 5 per class.Fitness Safety PolicyYou should always consult with your physician before engaging in any physical activity program. Byparticipating in these online exercise classes, youassume all dangers, hazards and risks of suchparticipation. The exercises demonstrated by theinstructors in these online classes are physicallydemanding. If you are unable to safely performthese exercises, please modify them for your ownsafety or choose a different set of exercises.By registering for a virtual fitness program you areagreeing to this Fitness Safety Policy.In-Person Fitness ClassesAs with the virtual classes, registration willbe online and payment will be for themonthly series.POWER STRETCH with Gretchen—Monday& Thursday, 8:00 AMSTRENGTH & CONDITIONING withGretchen—Monday & Thursday, 2:30 PMTAI CHI and Qi Gong with Kathy—Wednesday, 10:30 AM* New Class* MOVEMENT & MOTION withDeb Thursday, 1:30 PMGENTLE STRETCH AND FLOW YOGA withColleen—Fridays, 10:00 AMReminder that your Zoom links to the classes youregistered for can be found on our Schedules PlusVirtual Center!Click the Virtual Center Link from our websiteduxburyseniorcenter.org, and Schedules Plus willopen. Log in with your phone number and clickVirtual CenterLinks are active 15 minutes before class.

Page 6—www.duxburyseniorcenter.orgCELEBRATE JANE AUSTEN’S BIRTHDAY!booked

Contact Karen Fontaine to place an ad today!kfontaine@lpicommunities.comor (800) 477-4574 x6350We have resources. and choices.Your Care Patrol Certified Senior Advisors help familieswith senior-related services and placement questionsevery day of the week (and holidays). The amount ofresearch, coordination and logistics involved in placinga loved one in assisted living or memory care can beoverwhelming - let us assist you in the process.Let us help you put all the pieces together today!617-694-3053We are a FREE Community Service!Ad info. 1-800-477-4574 Publication Support 1-800-888-4574 www.lpicommunities.com Duxbury Senior Center, Duxbury, MA04-0685

Pagege 8—Council8——on Aging Duxbury DoingsCOMMUNITY WIDEDSC ActivitiesMondaysCrafty Ladies 10 AM-NoonBlood Pressure Clinic Noon– 1 PMTuesdaysRug Hookers 9 AM –NoonDecember 20th10:30—11:30 a.m.Our LGBTQ planning committee is looking for newmembers!Join a great group of volunteers to plan and execute social, intergenerational events for the LGBTQcommunity throughout the year!If interested, emailbrookemcdonough@duxburycoa.com, or call theCenter!Roots Genealogy 1-3 PMWednesdaysTech Time 2-4 PM(by appointment)ThursdaysTech Time 11-Noon (by appointment)FridaysTOPS 10-11 AM(Take Off Pounds Sensibly)Game activities resuming in January.

Page 9—www.duxburyseniorcenter.orgCOMMUNITY SERVICESBeginning Thursday, January 13th10:00-11:30 AMSupport GroupFacilitated byAnna Seery, MSW, LICSWCranberry Hospice & PalliativeCare Bereavement CoordinatorMore information available in earlyDecember or call us to let us know you areinterested and we will be sure to follow upEstate Planning WorkshopThursday, January 13 @ 3 PMHave questions on how to preserve yourestate and protect your assets? What isprobate and what does it mean for loved ones?Please plan to attend our informativediscussion on Estate Planning, Elder Law andmore. Learn the importance of having youraffairs in order regardless of how “big” yourestate may be. DesRosiers & Tierney,Attorneys at Law is a local firm which puts anemphasis on personalized service and meetingfamily’s needs. This workshop will providepractical advice, explain the essentialdocuments everyone should have in place plushow to avoid the expenses and delays ofprobate. Registration will begin midDecember!with details.Need help paying for heatingcosts this winter?The Federal Fuel AssistanceProgram provides low-income households withhelp paying home heating bills. You can own orrent (including some renters whose heatingcosts are included in rent). Eligibility isdetermined by the gross income of all familymembers.To start an application, go to the South ShoreCommunity Action Council website atwww.sscac.org and look for the apply on-line,portal that is for new applicants only.You may also call 508-746-6707/877-383-5243.Locally, you may be eligible for a one-timeassistance from the Duxbury Interfaith Council,call 781-934-8388.

Page 10—Council on Aging Duxbury DoingsHEALTHY APPETITES