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We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday and enjoyed all the events we had at the center!
Thank you to everyone who donated hats gloves, and canned goods to our giving tree. The items were donated to Medina County Job and Family Services.
We will be having our annual Pajama Day on Friday, January 30th.
January/February 2015
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Inside This Issue
January/February Happenings 1
Center News 2
Groups & Classes 3
Health & Fitness 3
Day Trips 4
Lunch and Learn Topics 4
Fun & Games 5
Activities Calendar Insert
Napa Valley/Italy trips Insert
Senior Talk
WEDNESDAY BINGO IS PLAYED EVERY WEDNESDAY IN THE DINING ROOM AT 10AM. JANUARY/FEBRUARY SPONSORS ARE:
|1/07/15 Medina Village | |
|1/14/15 Life Care | |
|1/21/15 Medina Meadows | |
|1/28/15 Elmcroft | |
|2/04/15 Medina Village | |
|2/11/15 Life Care | |
|2/18/15 Medina Meadows | |
|2/25/15 Elm Croft | |
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The Medina Senior Center will be CLOSED on the following dates:
Thursday, January 1
(New Year’s Day)
Monday, January 19
(Martin Luther King Day)
Monday, February 16
(President’s Day)
Friday Bingo is played every Friday in the dining room at 9:30am. January/February Sponsors are:
|1/02/15 |OOA |
|1/09/15 |Copley Health Center |
|1/16/15 |Altenheim & Shurmer Place |
|1/23/15 |Smooth Transitions |
|1/30/15 |Willowood |
|2/06/15 |Gateway Health |
|2/13/15 |Copley Health Center |
|2/20/15 |Altenheim & Shurmer Place |
|2/27/15 |Willowood |
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Save the Date
Tuesday, May 19th is our annual
Senior Day at the fairgrounds.
9:00-1:00
Our theme is
“Alice in Wonderland”
Lunch & Learn Speakers & Topics
We have many interesting topics to
learn about from our speakers in the
next two months, take a look!
Speakers start at 11:45 unless
otherwise stated.
1/9/15, Michael Johnson from SSIP,
Insurance Partners will talk about the
myths and realities of “Home Equity
Conversion Mortagages, The new
reverse mortagage”. 11:45
2/11/15, Life Care will provide a free
lunch at 11:00 and Medina Hospital
will provide a speaker for a health talk
at 11:15.
Center News
January/February Happenings at the Medina Senior Center
Medina County Office for Older Adults, 246 Northland Drive, Medina, Ohio 44256
330-723-9514
Center News cont.
Thanks to our Nov/Dec Wednesday Lunch Donors:
Medina Village Retirement Center
Life Care of Medina
Avenue at Medina
Elmcroft
…we could not do it without you!
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HEAP Applications are available
Do you need some help paying your utility bills and improving the energy efficiency of your home? The Ohio Development Services Agency (ODSA) offers several programs to help low-income Ohioans, by completing one form. You can apply for Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), Percentage of Income Payment Plan Plus (PIPP Plus) and Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP). Households may be eligible for assistance from HEAP if the household income is at or below 175% of the federal poverty guidelines. Households may be eligible for assistance from HWAP if the household income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines. Households may be eligible for assistance from PIPP Plus if the household income is at or below 150% of poverty guidelines. This program is made possible through a grant from the Ohio Department of Aging, through the Western Reserve Area Agency on Aging. For more information, applications, or to sign up please contact our office at
(330)723-9514.
Have Your Taxes Done For Free!
AARP volunteers are providing the public free help filing their taxes.
To schedule an appointment for Medina or Brunswick, call the OOA at (330)723-9514 or stop by our office.
AARP tax locations:
1. Medina Residents: AARP will be at the County Adminastration Bldg. 144 N. Broadway on Mon. and Weds. mornings.
2. Brunswick residents: AARP will be at BAT T.V. (same place as last year) 4274 Manhattan Ave. on Tues. and Thurs. mornings.
3. If you live in or near Wadsworth, AARP will at the Soprema Senior Center 617 School Dr. Wadsworth. For an appt. call (330) 335-1513
The Medina County Office for Older Adults is an Aging & Disability Resource Center
The Aging and Disabilities Resource Center of Medina County Office for Older Adults is available to help those age 18+ with a disability or 60 and over:
·ð Adults is available to help those age 18+ with a disability or 60 and over:
• INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE
An information and Assistance Specialist can help you by providing unbiased information on services that support your independence.
• OPTIONS COUNSELING
An options counselor is available to talk with you about community services and supports to fit your needs and preferences.
• BENEFITS ASSISTANCE
A Benefits Specialist can screen you for your eligibility for public benefits and assist you with the application process.
Call the OOA to make an appointment.
Support Groups
Nifty Needleworkers – Meets every Tuesday and Thursday in the Craft Room at 9:30am.
Painting Group – Meets every Wednesday beginning at 10am in the Craft Room. Bring your supplies and learn different techniques.
Serendipity Bible Study – Meets every Tuesday from 9:30 to 10:30am in the Courtyard Room
Medina Seniors Incorporated – a social group for seniors 60 and over – Will not be meeting in the months of January and February. The next meeting is March 10th at 12:30.
Sewing machines are available in the Rec. Room for your mending or sewing projects. Machines and thread are provided.
Watercolor Classes are offered at the Senior Center. Call Jenny for more details.
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group-2/5/15 (Th) at 1:00 in the Dining room.
Friends in Focus, a support group for the Visually Impaired –Call Don Kalman (330) 635-7027 for more info. Next meeting Mon. March 9th.
Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group – 1/21/15 (W) & 2/18/15 (W) at 12:30pm in the Craft Room.
AARP Driver Safety Program
Weds. May 8th and Weds. June 12th
12:00-4:00 Cost: $14.00
Held in the Healthy Corners Room
Instructor: Don Ungar
A course to remind you of skills and techniques you once learned. This class might also give you a discount on your auto insurance.
Sign up with Jenny.
4 people are needed to hold the class.
AARP Driver Safety Program
Weds. Oct. 10th 12:00-4:00
Cost: $14.00
Held in the Healthy Corners Room
Instructor: Don Ungar
A course to remind you of skills and techniques you once learned. This class might also give you a discount on your
auto insurance. Sign up with Jenny.
The next Driver Safety class will be held on Weds. Nov. 14th 12:00-4:00. It is free to veterans.
Home Instead Senior Care will be presenting 2 classes at the Office for Older Adults. Both classes are geared toward caregivers caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias.
Weds. March 25th at 1:00, “Techniquiques to handle Challenging Befaviors”.
Weds. April 1st at 1:00, “Activites to Encourage Engagement”.
If you are interested in attending either or both classes call Jenny at the OOA to register.
Diabetic Self-Management Program
If you would like to better manage your diabetes, or if you want to help a family member or a friend, sign up for Fairhill’s no-cost Diabetic Self-Management Program (DSMP) This 6-week class will start here at the OOA on Thurs. March 26th and end on Thurs. April 30th. If you are interested see Jenny. Space is limited. Don’t miss out on better health for you or a loved one.
Line Dancing – meets every Monday at 2pm in the Dining Room. The cost is $3 per class, the first class is free.
Tai Chi Class – every Friday 1:30-2:30 short form. Sandi Harris is the instructor. Fee: $5 per class or $40 for 8 weeks.
Exercise is available Mondays and Fridays at 10:30am in the Healthy Corner Room. This group uses dynabands and light weights to strengthen muscles. Monday & Friday classes are led by a volunteer.
Wii Bowling League takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10am in the Rec Room. Scores are posted.
Arthritis Foundation Approved Exercise Classes – meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 to 11:15 in the Healthy Corner Room. The class is taught by a certified Arthritis Foundation Instructor from Medina Village. Most exercises can be done while sitting.
Blood Pressure Screenings –at 10:30
Every Tuesday by Medina Village Retirement Community.
Friday Blood Pressure Screenings will be held at 10:00. Provided by: Right at Home on 2/6, Comfort Keepers on 1/17 & 2/20, Always Best Care on 1/30 & 2/27
Yoga Class- Weds. 3:00-4:00 No floor exercises. The instructor is Lisa Wittman. $3 per class.
Save the Date for these Future Classes
Health and Fitness
Groups and Classes
Travel Expo and Special Travel Presentation
Presented by the Office for Older Adults, Collete Vacations and Lakefront Lines
Monday, February 9, 2015
Time: 12:30
At the Office for Older Adults
• Be the first to see the 2015 OOA day trip schedule
• 1:00 Collete Vacations will be presenting the September trip,
“Trains, Wineries & Treasures of Northern California” and the November trip, “Reflections of Italy”. Special early booking discounts available.
• Refreshments and giveaways will be provided.
2/27/15, A speaker provided by the Ohio Attorney General’s office will be giving a talk on, “Senior Scams” at 11:45. “This event is not sponsored by, nor affiliated with, the Ohio Attorney General’s Office. The Ohio Attorney General’s office does not endorse or recommend Medina County Office for Older Adults or any products or services affiliated with Medina County Office for Older Adults”
January/February Events
1/2/15, “Puttin’ on the Glitz”, New Year’s Party with entertainment by Hat Pins & Hemlines starting at 11:30.
1/31/15, Pajama Party! Wear your favorite cozy PJ’s and enjoy Hot Chocolate and fabulous entertainment by Cliff Meister Harmonica Player, starting at 11:00.
2/13/15, Valentine’s Day Party with entertainment by Tom Todd starting at 11:00. Make sure you wear your red or pink!
Need Legal Advice?
An attorney from Bates & Perry will be here on Weds. 1/07/15 and 2/4/15 from 10:30-12:30. You must call to reserve your 20 minute appointment.
Elder law questions only.
A representative from Community Legal Aid will be here on 2/12/15 from 10:00-12:00. Call to schedule your 30 minute appt. and to see if you qualify for free legal help.
AARP volunteers are once again filing taxes for free (No age limit).
To schedule an appointment, call the OOA at (330) 723-9514 or stop by the front desk.
AARP tax locations:
1. Forest Meadows Villas Clubhouse
574 Leisure Lane,
Medina
Mon. and Weds. 9:00-11:30
2. The BAT TV office
4274 Manhattan Ave.
Brunswick
Tues. and Thurs. 9:15-11:15
3. Wadsworth Center for Older Adults
Call to find for times and location
(330)335-1513
AARP
Driver Safety Program
Weds. 3/13 and 4/10
12:00-4:00
Cost: $14.00
Held in the Courtyard Room
Instructor: Don Ungar
A course to remind you of skills and techniques you once learned. This class might also give you a discount on your
auto insurance. Registration required.
See Jenny.
DANCE, DANCE, DANCE!
Leo’s Jolly Jammers will be rehearsing the 2nd and 3rd Thursdays in the months of January and February at 1:00. Everyone is welcome to come out and listen.
Monday Bingo
Bingo meets at 10:00 on Mondays in the craft room. Prizes are provided by: Always Best Care 1/19 & 2/16
Life Care 1/26 & 2/23
OOA will provide the prizes the other Mondays.
Pinochle Party
Pinochle is played in the Courtyard Room every Wednesday and Friday at 12:00pm…all are welcome!
If you like Canasta, try Hand & Foot. Played every Tues. in the Courtyard Room at 12:00. Friendly instructors are available.
Rock the Jukebox
The Christmas classics were so nice to hear but the holidays are over. We want to put some new songs in. If you have a favorite song or artist you want to hear, let Jenny know. You can search the book, located in Jenny’s office for one of your favorites to add.
Euchre
Euchre is on break until the 2nd Thurs. in April.
Senior Readers Theater Group
I am still looking for a few more people to add to this group. If you are interested let Jenny know. Scripts are read. No memorization involved.
Pool Tables are available for use for everyone age 60 and over. Join the rest of the pool sharks weekday mornings from 8am to 12pm for tips or just for fun. Pool tables are available every afternoon for practicing or bring a partner and play.
Movie Matinee Join us on the last Wednesday of every month for a movie in the Rec Room! The movie is 25 cents and you get a free root beer float.
1/28 “A Winter’s Tale”
2/25 “Belle”
Movies begin at 12:15.
Fun & Games
Mission
“Enabling older adults and adults with disabilities to remain independent and at the highest level of functioning possible
in their homes.”
We’re on the Web!
Visit us at:
January
Stanley Barth 1/6
Don Ungar 1/8
Mary Neel 1/9
Nancy Owens 1/14
Frances Goodman 1/20
Richard Bagenstos 1/22
Robert McAfee 1/26
February
Marilyn Koehler 2/1
Dolores Lukas 2/2
Pauline Czajka 2/2
Betty Gannon 2/7
Louella McIntosh 2/8
Ann McClaning 2/12
Gayle Peterson 2/14
Jackie Bohl 2/22
Jane Smalley 2/26
Audrey Joyce 2/27
Birthdays/Anniversaries
Medina County Office for
Older Adults
246 Northland Drive
Medina, OH 44256
Phone:
330-723-9514
Fax:
330-723-9506
E-Mail:
Laura Toth, Director
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MCOOA
246 Northland Drive, G-20
Medina, OH 44256
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