Guilderland Senior News for Wednesday, September 11, 2013
— Photo from Leanne Blauvelt-Learch
Smiling for a century: Dorothy Schmuck, a resident of Atria Crossgate, celebrated her 100th birthday on Sept. 2. “She has remained health and active,” said Leanne Blauvelt-Learch, Atria’s Engage Life director.
The Guilderland Senior Services is offering the following activities the week of Sept. 16. Call the senior office at 356-1980, ext. 1048 for any questions or information.
Monday: Scheduled shopping, aerobics at 9 a.m., senior fitness at 10:30 a.m., Strong Bones Plus at 10:30 a.m., and Strong Bones Plus at 1:30 p.m.;
Tuesday: Strong Bones Plus at 9 a.m., blood pressure from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m., luncheon of chicken Parmesan or cold plate at 11:30 a.m., bingo, games and billiards at 12:30 p.m.;
Wednesday: Scheduled shopping, cardio circuit at 9 a.m., Strong Bones Plus at 10:30 a.m., senior fitness at 10:30 a.m., needlecraft at 1 p.m., and Strong Bones Plus at 1:30 p.m.
Thursday: Scheduled shopping, Strong Bones Plus at 9 a.m., trip to Lake George dinner theater at 10 a.m., scheduled Medicaid and legal appointments from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., scheduled Food Stamp appointments at 10 a.m., Mahjongg at 12:30 p.m., and Pinochle at 1 p.m.; and
Friday: Scheduled shopping, painting at 10 a.m., Bridge at 10 a.m., and quilting at 1 p.m.
Learn about Medicare
Will you soon be 65? Are you already enrolled in Medicare but still have questions about your coverage options? There are Medicare counselors trained to help you understand your choices and options. Attend a presentation designed to provide you with an understanding of Medicare and the choices available to you.
This program is on Thursday, Oct. 24, from 10:30 a.m. to noon in the town hall boardroom. Please call the senior office to register ahead of time.
Thinking about changing your current Medicare coverage? This is a great time to get a better understanding of the whole picture. The enrollment change period will begin in October and end early in December.
Having trouble paying your Medicare premium or related medical expenses? Find out if you may qualify for Federal assistance with your medical expenses.
Come learn about how Medicare works. You’ll probably be surprised by the number of choices available to you and all the factors that you should consider when making your choices.
Individual appointments will be available from Oct. 21 to Nov. 25. Call the senior office for more details.
Possible new program
A volunteer is willing to hold a current events group for seniors who would like to discuss newsworthy topics on a weekly basis. Please call us if you are interested.
Fall luncheon
On Tuesday, Oct. 22, at noon a terrific luncheon is happening at the Italian-American Community Center, Washington Ave. Ext. in Albany.
Your luncheon choice are stuffed filet of sole or chicken Parmesan
Entertainment is provided by Squeeze Play, an accordion band.
The cost is $18 per person. Tickets are on sale from Sept. 17 to Oct. 15
Transportation service is available.
Please make checks payable to:
CLUSTER II, and mail to c/o Senior Office, P.O. Box 339, Guilderland, NY 12084.
Call the senior office at 356-1980, ext. 1048 for any questions or information