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Newsle er from the Paxton Council on Aging PAXTON SENIOR CONNECTION17 West StreetPaxton, MA 01612Volume 2020Issue 3Tel. 508-756-2833Fax: 508-756-3762clove@townofpaxton.netMarch 2020Council on Aging and Senior CentersFrequently we’re asked questions such as:What is the Council on Aging (COA) and what do you do? How do I seek help for a parent, spouse or family member? What type of programs does the Senior Center offer? Do we have to be a member? I’m always happy to answer these questions!A Council on Aging and Senior Center provides support services to all seniors, families,and caregivers in the community.The COA—a town department— focuses on health awareness, home and health support,wellness, and information and referral services. Important outreach helps seniors and families with issues that arise as they age and help to find and navigate resources available. Services offered are office consultations or home visits, assessments, referrals to home/healthservices and other needs. We work closely with various agencies to ensure our seniors arereceiving the best possible care. The nutrition program provides lunches at the Senior Centeras well as home delivered meals. The COA van provides transportation five days a week formedical and non-medical appointments. The COA office is in the Senior Center.Our Senior Center is the gateway connecting seniors to community services that allowthem to remain healthy and independent. Today’s senior centers are vibrant and action packed with a variety of programs/events that are designed to meet the needs of seniors whileenriching their lives. Senior centers are great places to socialize and meet new friends. Noformal membership is ever required to attend any programs or events at senior centers.I invite you to discover the many programs and services we have right here in Paxton!CindyInside:p.2: Coronavirusp.3: St. Pat’s Festp.3: 2020 Bus Trips

2Paxton Senior ConnectionCOUNCIL ON AGING BOARDOfficersChairperson – Curtis HammarVice Chair – Alice CrowleySecretary – Joan BedardTreasurer – Bob CallahanBoard MembersBarbara Braley, Gino Gangai, Jim Putnam,Natalie Siemen, Jean WildeAssociates—Mark Ahearn, Paul Bergin,Howard Coleman, Anita Fenton, June Herron,Frank LaFlash, Bob Lamotte COUNCIL ON AGING STAFFDirector/Outreach – Cindy Love508-756-2833clove@townofpaxton.netOffice Assistant—Dolores RauschlVan DriversPete Belsito, Jack Crowley, Frank LaFlashOlde Schoolhouse DinerDining Site Manager – Tina BullockFriends of the Council on AgingPresident – Dave WheelerVice President - Bill CutroniTreasurer – Bob WilbySecretary – Melinda JohnsonAssociates - Dick Bedard, Judy Taylorwww.friendspaxtoncoa.orgFrom the Board of Health .Coronavirus, a respiratory virus, is beingcarefully monitored by the Centers for DiseaseControl (CDC) and the state Department ofPublic Health. The origin of the virus is Wuhan,China. Coronaviruses are generally spreadthrough respiratory droplets from coughs andsneezing of an infected person to another person. Symptoms include fever, cough, shortnessof breath and pneumonia. If someone exhibitsrespiratory symptoms they should see their owndoctor. If they have a fever it is recommendedto use masks and isolation in a private room athome with the door closed.The CDC has begun enhanced screening ofpassengers arriving at Logan Airport from China. Logan does not have any flights originatingin Wuhan, China.Risk to Massachusetts residents at this timeis low-to-none at the community level. Up-todate information on the status of Coronavirusfor all residents is at:www.mass.gov/2019coronavirus. NewsletterEditors - Curtis Hammar, Cindy Love It shall be the mission of the Council on Aging toevaluate, promote, and encourage new and existingservices and activities which enhance the quality of lifefor elders in the town of Paxton COA Office Hours John Bauer Senior Center Monday ʹ Friday 9:00 am to 2:00 pm New Game RoomWe’ve added a beautiful new pool table at theSenior Center for anyone who loves to play orwould like to try it out. It’s located in our lowerlevel Game Room. Just ask Cindy for the cuesticks, chalk and balls. This pool table came tous as a generous gift from Gail and HarryLemieux of Rutland.MARCH 2020Remember, to prevent colds and flu:Wash hands with warm water and soap for 20secondsThoroughly cover(cough into elbow)mouthwhencoughingIf sick, stay at homeContact your physician prior to a visitJudy A. Hatstat, RN, MSNPaxton Board of HealthFeb. 4, 2020SENIOR CIRCUIT BREAKERA credit of up to 1130 is available to residents age65 or older on their Massachusetts tax return.Homeowners who pay more than 10% of their totalincome for real estate taxes, plus 1/2 of their sewerand water fees during 2019 for their residence areeligible.Check with your tax preparer. Information is available at Mass. Dept. of Revenue 1-800-392-6089.

MARCH 2020Paxton Senior ConnectionSt. Patrick’s Day FestWarm up your spirits at our annual St. Patrick’s Day fest! Get a head start on “thinking spring”with a hearty lunch followed by a toe-tapping Irish music show on Tuesday, March 17 at Noon.On the menu is a traditional Corned Beef and Cabbage luncheon.Then BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!Dublin DownPatrick McCarthy and Monica Hamilton bring us traditional Irish and Celtic favorites including hits fromTommy Makem and The Clancy Brothers at 1 pm(Lunch Reservations required by March 12: 508-756-2833)Diabetes/AlzheimersLifestyle coach Scherrie Keating, RN, BSN presents an informative program exploring the connection between diabetes and Alzheimer’s. Thefounder of Diabetic Kare will help us understandthe research linking the two and potential optionsfor treatment. Thursday, March 26 at 10:30 am.Schoolhouse CafeThe Café begins serving at 9 am on Wednesday,March 4 and features guest speaker Det. JasonSilvestri of the Paxton Police Dept. His topic focuses on the latest scams directed to seniors. Thepresentation begins at 10 am. Q&A follows. Whynot invite a friend to join you for a great time together!Readers CornerGray Mountain, John Grisham’s legal thriller, kicks off the discussion on Monday,March 9 at 11 am. The Appalachian coal miningregion is the dramatic setting just after the LehmanBrothers demise. Refreshments served. New readers always welcome.April Preview923Paxton Center School filled with senior citizens for theannual brunch presented by the Student Council. Wewere warmly welcomed by student servers and treatedto a tasty full course meal.Telescopes/AstronomyAn engaging program on telescopes andastronomy comes to the Senior Center onWednesday, March 18 at 10 am. Paxton’sJohn Root, who initiated the availability oftelescopes to library patrons across Mass., willspeak on the Library Telescope Program of the Aldrich Astronomical Society. Learn how to gaze intothe stars and to check out a professional telescopefor your own use right here in town. Coffee served.(Full details in next month’s Newsletter)Summit Elder Care Memory ProgramVentriloquist Comedy Show3

4Paxton Senior ConnectionMarchMARCH 2020Monthly CalendarCOA Travel (Call the COA office to check on weather cancella ons) 2020 Schedule Monday There is something for everyone onthe bus itineraries for this year, with more to come.Don’t miss the opportunity to explore — without having to drive! 2 9 10:00 Bowling every Monday (Colonial LanesͲWorcester) 11:00 Readers Corner Tuesday 3 10 17 11:30 12:30 1:00 10:30 Noon 1:00 Yoga every Tuesday Pitch every Tuesday Piano Lessons every Tuesday Friends of COA mee"ng St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon Dublin’ Down show Wednesday 4 11 18 25 9:00 9:00 10:30 10:00 10:00 Noon Thursday 5 26 10:00 1:00 10:30 COA Board mee"ng Schoolhouse Café (10 am: Scams update) Veterans Telescopes/Astronomy Wri"ng Workshop Chair Massage appt’s. begin Fitness every Thursday (Oriol Healthcare sponsor) Chair Yoga/Balance every ThursͲday (COA sponsor) Diabetes/Alzheimers Connec"on Friday 6 9:45 Bocce every Friday 12:30 Bingo every Friday SPRING AHEAD!Daylight Savings Timebegins 2 am, Sunday,March 8. Move clocksforward one hour.April 28Historic Lexington/Concord tourMay 15Tour the Mayflower and USS Constitutionin Boston HarborJune 17New London NH Playhouse “AnythingGoes.”July 14Isle of Shoals NH cruisePrograms/Socials/ActivitiesBIRTHDAYS If it’s your birthday (75 ) in March,please join us on Friday the 13th for a complimentarylunch. Just let Cindy know two days before.CHAIR YOGA/BALANCE resumes on Thursday,March 5 at 1 pm with Janet Huehls, sponsored bythe COA.WRITING WORKSHOP Start your own writingproject and be creative with Nancy McBride on WedMarch 18 at 10 am. Materials/instruction: 10.POOL TABLE TIME ! Don’t forget.you can tryyour skills (or lack of) on our new pool table in thedownstairs Game Room.Schoolhouse DinerThese winter days are a good time to enjoy alunch in the diner! You’re invited to come once orcome often any Tuesday, Thursday or Friday (at11:45 am) for a full-course meal. Just call 2 daysin advance: 508-756-2833. You’ll be warmly welcomed by Tina. Donation only 2.50.MEALS ON WHEELS DRIVER NEEDEDMake a difference in our community by deliveringmeals to seniors in their homes. We are looking fordrivers able to volunteer 3-4 hours/month in a flexible schedule. Call Tina at the Senior Center 508756-2833. Mileage is reimbursed.

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