The Senior Center is open to all area citizens age 55 and up.
There is no fee, no application, no registration required to visit the Senior Center.
Many of the events and activitiesare free to attend, some of them have a small fee.
Visitors are encouraged to come to the center and not be shy about utilizing the services
and activities because they aren't sure just how to perceive the concept of "Senior". You do NOT have to be a Saugus resident to use the center.
The Senior Center itself is basically a drop-in center.The staff will offer visitors a
Senior Center Card thatis scanned when one enters the building and registers information the Center uses for administrative purposessuch as what activities are
being participated in, howmany lunches are served, how many people have visited the Center that day, etc. You are NOT required to have a card to come to the Center. You can drop into the Center any time that it is open, andeven bring a friend or
two and play cards, have coffee,socialize, volunteer, etc.
Several senior groups such as the Saugus Men's Club,the Senior Association,
the Quilters Guild, & the Knitting Club,hold their meetings and other events at
the Saugus Senior Center. These clubs may have registration and yearly membership dues.
The Center offers lunch Monday thru Friday
at 11:30 am for a $2.00 donation.
A continental breakfast is also offered Monday thru Friday from 8:30 to 10:00 am Cost is $1.75
If you have any questions, please feel free to call Joanne at the Senior Center (781) 231 - 4178
Bulletin Board Check out our Bulletin Board as you come inthe front door.
A list of the day's events are posted each day.
VISIT OUR BEAUTIFUL GIFTSHOP Thanks to Charlie Pinksten our Gift Shop has had a reformation.
New curtains, new mirrored shelves and an all around very needed
make-over.
Many beautiful items are on consignment - Jewelry, Scarves, China,
Lenox, Vases, Pocket books, Pictures, Cards, something for everyone.
So, come in and browse.Our Gift Shop is open to the public.
TRANSPORTATION Transportation is available for Saugus Seniors for Medical transportation to seven surrounding communities, to Lunch at the Center, and to Stop & Shop/Mall. Call the Center for more information781-231- 4178
Due to the soaring price of gas, we have no other choice but to increase our fees.
This increase will take effect July 1st.Increase will be as follows:
Medical Appoints to - Melrose, Salem, Stoneham, Peabody, Lynnfield, Lynn
will cost - $4.00 each way- $8.00 Round Trip
Medical rides within Saugus - $2.00 each way - $4.00 Round Trip
Thursday Food Shopping / Mall -$3.00 round trip
Van rides to the Center -$.50 cents each way
We deeply regret the need for this increase, but it is unavoidable
in order to continue providing transportation for our seniors. “Thank You” for your cooperation.
NEW MINI VAN Thanks to the “Friends” of the Saugus Senior Center, we were able to purchase
a new mini bus for our medical transportation.Our medical van transports
Saugus seniors to and from medical appointments in seven communities.
Saugus, Melrose, Lynn, Salem, Peabody, Lynnfield, and Stoneham.
We also provide daily transportation to and from the Center for lunch, and on
Thursdays food shopping to Stop & Shop and the mall.
For information on rides, please call the Senior Center (781) 231- 4178
LUNCH AT THE SENIOR CENTER Lunches are served Monday through Friday at 11:30 am
The suggested lunch donation is $2.00However, no one will be refused lunch due
to inability to make a donation.If you are not able to make a donation, please see
Joanne in the office, arrangements will be made for you to be served a lunch. We do ask that you scan your free membership card when signing up for lunch. This will give us an accurate count for our daily meals. If you do not have a membership card, please give the front desk your information
and a card will be assigned to you.
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST The Saugus Senior Center will now be providing seniors with a Continental Breakfast,
Monday through Friday from8:30 to 10:00 am
French Toast, Bagels, and Cereal are on the menu,served with juice or fruit cup,
coffee or tea, for only $1.75
CENTER CLOSEDMonday, February 20th in recognition of Presidents’ Day
FOR YOUR INFORMATION-Saugus Senior Center is also closed
when Saugus schools are closed due to inclement weather.
“VOLUNTEERS ARE VALENTINES FOR ALL SEASONS”
There are many ongoing activities at the Saugus Senior Center Some of them are free and others have a small fee.
Please call the Center for more information - (781) 231 - 4178
Some of the activities offered at the Saugus Senior Center are: Quilting, Line Dancing, Walking Group, Arts & Crafts, Mah Jong, Cards & Chess, Wood Carving
Yoga, Weight Lifting, Furniture Refinishing & Restoring with Chair Caning at Saugus High School,
Knit & Crochet, Oil Painting, Exercise, Bingo, Whist, Bible Study, Poker Game, Tai Chi.
EXERCISE…EXERCISE!!!We're happy to inform our seniors, that we
now have two brand new pieces of exercise equipment for our seniors to use -
a new exercise bike and a new treadmill.
We have always wanted to have an exercise room here at the Saugus Senior
Center and we are hoping this will be the start of something new and exciting.
There will be rules and regulations as other exercise centers have for the use
of these machines….
To use these machines you must obtain a note from your doctor, informing us
that you are fit to use an exercise bike and a treadmill.
You must call for an appointment to be trained on machines before using.
You must sign in and have a staff member open the room for you.
We would like to “Thank” those who made donations to the “Friends of the Saugus
Senior Center” including the G.E. Gift Foundation, matching funds that were made
specifically to purchase this equipment.We are hoping to add more equipment in
the near future.
BLOOD PRESSURE
1st Mondayof the Month February 6that9:00 am
1stFridayof the month February 3rdat 11:00 am
2nd Fridayof the month February 10th at 11:00 am
3rd Tuesday of the month February 14th at9:30 am
4th Mondayof the month February 27th at9:00 am
4th Fridayof the month February 24th at 11:00 am
REIKIWednesday February 1st at 10:00 am Reiki with Diana Culp will be held on the 1st Wednesday of every month.
Call the center or sign up by leaving your name at the front desk.
ASSOCIATION MEETING
and Entertainment Thursday February 9th at 12:30 pm Entertainment by the “Singing Grand Pops” at 1:00 pm
Tickets are Free to Association Members and $3.00 to Non Members.
Tickets are available at the front desk.
For more information call Dolores at 781-595-2673.Refreshments will be served.
TRIAD Meeting Monday February 13th at 9:30 am
METAPHYSICAL SEMINAR with LinneaStar MondayFebruary 13th from 9:00 to 11:00 am Back by popular demand!!
Capture the Rapture with LinneaStar, “A Morning of Metaphysical Messages”,
Cost:$25. (under age 55);$20. (age 55 and older). Pre registration is required.
Please call (781) 231-4178 and speak to Laurie.
VALENTINE SPECIAL LUNCH – Tuesday February 14th
Menu:Boneless Broccoli & Cheese Chicken / Sauce Delmonico Potatoes - Vegetable Medley Dinner Roll - Raspberry Cookie
Cost:$2.00Lunch Ticket Must Be Bought In Advance
VALENTINES DAY ENTERTAINMENT / DANCE WITH THE SENIOR TONES
TuesdayFebruary 14th Immediately Following Lunch at 12:30 pm Back By Popular Demand……The Senior Tones will be performing at the center,
for your listening and dancing pleasures.The Senior Tones are co-sponsored by
the Hammersmith House Nursing Care Center, 73 Chestnut Street, Saugus, MA
COST:$3.00Tickets available in the back office.
♫♫DANCE & PIZZA PARTY ♫♫ - ThursdayFebruary 16th at 5:30 pm
We will have pizza, salad, and soda. Serving will begin at 5:30 pm
followed by dancing to the music of Pete Saran.Bring some friends, its lots of fun.
Obtain your ticket at the front desk in advance. Cost is $7.00
(Attention:Please call and sign up in advance, if you plan on coming, so that we are
able to order pizza accordingly).
BINGO AFTERNOON- TuesdayFebruary 21st at 12:30 pm
with Hammersmith House at the Senior Center Linda Curran from Hammersmith House Nursing Care will be at the Center
with a presentation and BINGO game.Prizes for the winner of each game!
Refreshments will be served.Please sign up in the front Lobby.
WOODCARVING GROUP – Mondays 1:00 to 3:00 pm Come on Down and let’s have FUN carving birds, animals, faces or anything you fancy.
Bring your carving knives and a piece of wood.
You don’t even have to clean up your mess!!!
For more information call the Center 781-231-4178 and ask for Joanne.
LINE DANCING – Mondays and Fridays from 10:00 to 11:00 am
As everyone may have heard, Corrine Prigian our Monday, Thursday and Friday
line dancing instructor will not be teaching for a while, due to surgery.
We do have Cindy Gray filling in on Mondays and Charlotte Luscomb filling in
on Fridays from 10:00 to 11:00 am
We are fortunate to have these two instructors taking over until Corrine’s return.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Corrine for a speedy recovery.
THE KNIT AND CROCHET GROUP -Tuesdays at 12:15 pm This month our Knit and Crochet group will be celebrating its 10th year
of knitting and crocheting slippers, hats and cool ties for our troops overseas.
In the past 10 years the group has grown rapidly. Thanks to all 54 of you who
come every Tuesday afternoon and volunteer your time and effort and represent
our Saugus Senior Center with your dedication.
The Knit and Crochet group welcomes all who wishes to join them. Any donations of yarn would be greatly appreciated.
AARP TAX-ASSISTANCE – Tuesdays from February 7th thru April 10th AT THE SENIOR CENTER
Every Tuesday, from February 7th – April 10th AARP Tax-Aide will be here to help
you prepare your taxes.It is available to SAUGUS seniors only.
By appointment only.Call Cheryl at (781) 231-4180
Below are items you need to bring with you when you come.
Social Security cards or their official documentation for yourself and dependents.
Check book if you want direct deposit any refunds.
SSA-1099 forms
1099 form
1099-R form if you received a pension or annuity
1099-Misc form showing any miscellaneous income
All forms and canceled checks indicating federal and state income tax paid
(including quarterly estimated tax payments).
DEDUCTIONS 1098 form showing any home mortgage interest
Receipts or canceled checks for medical/dental expenses
(including doctor and hospital bills and medical insurance premiums),receipts for
prescription medicines, costs of assisted living services, and bills for home
improvements such as ramps and railings for people with disabilities.
Receipts for contributions to charity
Receipts or canceled checks for all tax income and property taxes Your Taxes Will Be Electronically Filed
FURNITURE REFINISHING & RESTORING WITH CHAIR CANING Tuesdays, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon at Saugus High School
Carmine Moschella will teach Furniture Refinishing and Restoring with Chair Caning.
For more information call the Saugus Senior Center (781) 231- 4178
This class will take place every Tuesday for 10 weeks at SHS Fee is $20.00
PIANO PLAYING AND SING-A-LONG -
Tuesday and Thursday Afternoons at 1:30 pm Don’t forget, every Thursday afternoon the piano is played and a lively group
sits around the piano, having fun singing along. They welcome you to join them.
Whether you want to sing along or just listen, you will surely enjoy the afternoon.
MULTIMEDIA ART CLASSES – Fridays from 12:30 to 3:00 pm We are pleased to welcome Steve Grecco, Art Instructor, who will be teaching
beginners or advanced students a variety of techniques in drawing, oil painting,
acrylics, or pastels.Cost is $10.00 per class
FREE MOVIE DAY AT THE CENTER - Fridays at 12:30 pm Our movies are now played on a Big Screen with our new DVD / VCR Projector
that was bought with the generous donation of an anonymous donor to our
“Friends of the Senior Center”. Thank You anonymous donor!
LINE DANCING As everyone may have heard, Corrine Prigian our Monday, Thursday, and Friday
line dancing instructor will not be teaching for a while, due to surgery.
We are fortunate to have Cindy Gray filling in on Mondays and Charlotte Luscomb
filling in on Fridays until Corrine’s return.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Corrine for a speedy recovery.
OUTREACH – from the Desk of Cheryl Roberto
FUEL ASSISTANCE Lynn Economic Opportunity, Inc. (LEO) is accepting applications for the Low Income
Home Energy Assistance Program November 1, 2010 through April 30, 2011.
This federal fuel assistance program is open to all eligible resident households of Lynn,
Lynnfield, Nahant, Saugus, Swampscott and Wakefield. Eligibility is based on family
size and income of the entire household. Tenants with heat included in their rent may be
eligible for benefits depending upon the household income and are encouraged to apply.
(Households with heat included in their rent and who are in public housing or private
subsidized housing where rent is limited to a low percentage of their income may not be
eligible for fuel assistance benefits but may be eligible for utility discounts.)
Payments for assistance will begin in November. You may stop by their office at 156 Broad Street in Lynn for information.
Please call (781) 581-7220 ext. 283 for more information or you may call
the Saugus Senior Center (781) 231 - 4180 and ask for Cheryl Roberto, Outreach Coordinator
NEWS FROM SHINE If you have a NEW Medicare Part D plan and have just found out that your
new plan does NOT cover a drug you have been taking, you’ll want to know
about transition refills.Transition refills may give you temporary coverage
(one-time, 30-day supply) for a drug that is not on your new plans formulary
or that has restrictions such as prior authorization or step therapy.
It is important to understand that a transition refill is only a temporary solution.
You need to call your doctor immediately to talk about either switching to a
drug that your plan does cover or you have to file a request with your
Part D plan for a “formulary exception” (which may not be approved). A transition refill is not for new prescriptions. You can only get one if you were
already taking the drug before you signed up for a plan. Also, a transition refill does
NOT apply to drugs that Medicare does not require Part D plans to cover (such as
Valium and Ativan).Not all pharmacists know about transition refills.Ask your
pharmacist to call your Part D plan for special instructions.
Contact: Irene S. O’Donnell,Regional SHINE Director (781) 388-2369
The SHINE program at Mystic Valley Elder Services, Inc.provides Medicare
counseling services to the communities of Chelsea, Danvers, Everett, Lynn,
Lynnfield, Malden, Marblehead, Medford, Melrose, Middleton, Nahant, North
Reading, Peabody, Reading, Revere, Salem, Saugus, Stoneham, Swampscott,
Wakefield and Winthrop.
Counseling is provided at Mystic Valley Elder Services in Malden and at most local
Councils on Aging.
For Saugus residents please call the Saugus Senior Center for an appointment
with our Shine Counselor – (781) 231- 4180
IN MEMORIAM Gifts in loving memory have been made to the Living Memorial for: SUSAN SURETTE from Mr. & Mrs. Louis Fantasia MARGARET WENTZELL from George Wentzell, Thomas Santos Jr. & Susan Davis MD, Thomas J. Santos III, Robert A. & Audrey M. Galpin.
Sincere thanks to all our friends for their generous contributions. Dottie Bockus, chairman
TRIPS-TRIPS-TRIPS - THESE TRIPS ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - NO AGE LIMIT
(Refunds for all DAY trips will only be granted if cancelled at least five (5) days in advance.)
* Important Notice * as of January 1, 2012 -ALL TRIPS require payment at the time of sign-up.
FEBRUARY 2/3Foxwoods$25.00 2/13Venus De Milo -“Charm and Champagne Show”$69.00
MARCH 3/9Foxwoods$25.00 3/6-8Atlantic City - Resorts Casino/3 Meals/Show/$20 coins$179.00
3/12The Mctougas Brothers - Whites of Westport$63.00 3/29Newport Playhouse - “Love, Sex and the IRS”$79.00 3/30-4/2 Washington, D.C.3 Nights/5 Meals/Sightseeing/Shopping$670.00
APRIL 4/6Foxwoods$25.00 4/17The Duttons- Mohegan - Gaming package/food/credit$75.00 4/23-26 Penn-Dutch Tour - 3 Nights/6 Meals/Tours/Show$645.00 4/26Wild About Harry -Angelica’s$46.00
MAY 5/4Foxwoods$25.00 5/15Broadway Tonight - Luciano’s$69.00 5/15-16Sea Crest Resort -2 meals/Revue Show$217.00 5/21-24Niagra Falls - 3 Nights/Tours/Casino$795.00 5/21-23 The Boston Red Sox - Baltimore/2/ Games/2 Breakfast/Touring$449.
JUNE
6/8Foxwoods$25.00
6/1-6/8 Bermuda Cruise -$1099.00
6/12-14Vermont - Cruise/cabot cheese/chocolates-4 meals$389.00
6/12The Hit Men - Show/Gaming Package/Lunch$75.00
Is your MA drivers license up for renewal? MA Registry of Motor Vehicles no longer mails out renewal notices. Check your license expiration date! Be sure to renew at least 7 days before your birthday to ensure that
you receive your new license before your old license expires.
If you are 75 years or older at the time of renewal, you must renew
in person at an RMV Branch.You cannot renew on-line.
ELDER HOTLINE -1-888-AG-ELDER (1-888-243-5337)TTY: 617-727-476 Finding the answers to questions about elder issues can sometimes be confusing.
The Attorney General’s Office has a statewide, toll-free hotline to assist individuals
on a wide range of elder issues.
SAUGUS SENIOR CENTER ONLINE -www.SaugusSeniorCenter.org Where you can access Saugus Senior Center information including
the Newsletter, Menu, and Activities calendar.
Or you can view at www.SaugusSC.org
TREE OF LIFE
A good way to support the Senior Center is to buy a leaf on the Tree of Life.
Donations of $250.00 or more to the Saugus Senior Center will provide a beautifully
scripted leaf on the Tree of Life, showing the name of the person who makes the
donation, or if in memory, the name of the person that is being memorialized. What a beautiful Christmas Gift, and a very easy way to support your Senior Center.
GE MATCHING GIFT PROGRAM The Friends of the Saugus Senior Center have been accepted by the
GE Matching Gift program. Your gift of $25 or more may be matched dollar for dollar!
This program is for current GE employees, retirees of the GE and spouses of deceased
GE retirees. We encourage GE people to help us out. Your donation is tax deductible.
Eligible donors should make their checks payable to: Friends of the Saugus Senior Center
and mark it “Eligible for GE Foundation Match” under memo.
Send to: Friends of the Saugus Senior Center, 466 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906
Report your contribution to: The GE Foundation Matching Gift Center at 1-800-305-0669.
When you call you will need to have the following information ready. Your SS number,
zip code of the Senior Center 01906, the amount of your gift, and the date of your gift.
SAUGUS POLICE DEPARTMENT WARNS - BE AWARE OF SCAMS Please be aware that there are a number of door to door and telephone based
scams that are ongoing and have been experienced by several Saugus residents. Rather than explain each of the possible scam scenarios, the Saugus Police
Department would simply like to issue a reminder and ‘heads-up’ to all citizens,
especially those that are targeted by these scams. Whenever there is a
solicitation of money, whether from a door to door vendor, or over the telephone,
caution needs to be used in order that your money is not taken from you by criminals.
These scam artists use a number of ways to deceive, including but not limited to:
the notion that you have won some sort of lottery, that a loved one may be in trouble
or in jail, or the promise of a deal “too good to be true”. Whenever you receive a
solicitation in any form that is outside your routine or that you have not heard of
before, however believable the request may be, it is important to verity the request
with a trusted family member, friends, or the Saugus Police Department. This is
especially true when the solicitor asks you to “keep it quiet” or do something
immediately. Scam artists are clever at what they do so do not ever feel that this
could not happen to you.
Be aware of any solicitation that is outside your normal routine. If you have a question about a solicitation you receive, whether it is from an unknown
source or someone who says they know you or are your relative, please contact me
directly before sending any money or giving out any personal information.
All inquiries to my office will be kept confidential.Sincerely,Lt. Leonard Campanello,
Assistant Chief of Police(781) 941-1160
SCAM ALERT FROM THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY’S OFFICE With the arrival of the good weather, it is best to be aware that the "home improvement scammers"
come out in force.A common scam is for a person to say they are in the neighborhood and have
extra materials for another job, such as roofing or driveway resurfacing, and can offer the homeowner
a great deal if they act now. Keep in mind that all reputable contractors are willing to put their offer
in writing and give you time to consider the deal.Never agree to something under pressure or feel
intimidated! If you feel uncomfortable for any reason, close the door and contact the police immediately. Essex District Attorney Jonathan Blodgett
MEDICARE FRAUD AND ABUSE The Affordable Care Act fights health care fraud, waste, and abuse by providing
new tools to prevent and detect fraud, and crack down on individuals who attempt
to defraud Medicare.These include increased penalties for criminals, enhanced
screening of providers, more coordination between agencies, and expanded
efforts to recovery overpayments.
Medicare beneficiaries can also play an important role.
Here are some important tips for preventing, detecting and reporting fraud
and abuse:
- Treat your Medicare and Social Security numbers like a credit card.
- Never give these numbers to a stranger.
- Remember, Medicare doesn’t call or visit to sell you anything.
- Always review your Medicare Summary Notice and Part D Explanation of
- Benefits for any errors. If you find errors on either of these documents, contact your medical provider immediately.
- If you are not satisfied after contacting your medical provider, report the questionable charges to Medicare: 1-800-633-4227
- If you suspect that your medical provider is fraudulently billing Medicare, contact the Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General Hotline:1-800-447-8477
Trained SHINE (Serving Health Information Needs of Elders) volunteers
offer free, confidential counseling on all aspects of health insurance to
anyone on Medicare.To meet with someone, call your senior center or
Council on Aging and ask for a SHINE appointment.You can also call the
SHINE office at Mystic Valley Elder Services at 781-324-2207 x 164
and leave a message.A volunteer will call you back as soon as possible.
Mystic Valley Elder Services helps elders, adults with disabilities, and their
caregivers find the information, assistance, and resources they need.
For more information, visit www.mves.orgor call 781-324-7705
Submitted by:
Irene O’Donnell, Regional SHINE Director
Mystic Valley Elder Services781-388-2369
FROM THE “FRIENDS OF THE SAUGUS SENIOR CENTER”
TREE OF LIFE –A good way to support the Senior Center is to buy a leaf on
the Tree of Life.Donations of $250.00 or more to the Saugus Senior Center
will provide a beautifully scripted leaf on the Tree of Life, showing the name
of the person that makes the donation or, if in memory, the name of the
person that is being memorialized.
SAUGUSFIRE DEPARTMENT KEYBOX PROGRAM
Allow Emergency-Only Entrance to Your Home The Saugus Fire Department along with the Saugus Fire Relief Association
(S.F.R.A.) and the Saugus TRIAD Program have initiated an
“Open Door Key Keeper” Program for residents of Saugus.
This specially designed key box is used to store an emergency home key, under
lock safe conditions, for emergency personnel to access your home in the event
of an accident, sudden illness or emergency call to your home.This allows
emergency personnel to enter without having to force entry and do costly damage
to your home. Quickly installed in seconds, over most outside doors, the “Open Door Key Keeper”
is accessed by a master key entrusted to the Fire Department of Saugus. This program is most helpful and recommended for the elderly, handicapped, or
anyone concerned about the well being of their home when they are away. YOUR BENEFITS
- No need to distribute personal home keys to anyone
- Saves critical time when emergency personnel need to enter your home
- Protects elderly and handicapped in case of health or home emergency
- Allows emergency access when you’re traveling or away from home
- Eliminates destruction of property if emergency entrance is needed
- The Key Keeper is easily position above your primary door entrance and
securely placed to be non-removable.
The one-time charge for the “Key Keeper” has been reduced from $40.00 to $20.00
and your money is refunded when box is no longer needed and returned.
Call Now to Order Your “Open Door Key Keeper” –
Saugus Fire Department Fire Prevention Bureau at 781-941-1170
Sponsored by the Saugus Business Partnership
MCPHS PHARMACY OUTREACH PROGRAM The MCPHS Pharmacy Outreach Program is a community service of the
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Worcester, MA in the Living and LearningCenter of the College.Their mission is to help citizens
throughout the state understand and access their prescription medicines. They do this by providing support to healthcare professionals on a variety of
medication-related issues, when you need help getting your medicines, have
questions about how to take your medicines, or need to talk with someone about
your prescription insurance. Case manager staff can screen for a variety of available programs that can
provide the name of a free clinic in your area where you may be able to obtain
some immediate help, or assist you in applying to a Patient Assistance Program
through a drug manufacturer for financial relief with the cost of your medications. Also their licensed pharmacists are available to review your medications and talk
with you about how to take your medications safely.They may also offer
suggestions on lower-cost alternative medicines in an effort to save you money.
To utilize their free service, you can call toll free, 1-866-633-1617,
or click on “Ask the Pharmacist” on their web site,www.massmedline.com
FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF ELDER AFFAIRS Are you at least 60 and have a problem with your in-home care-giving services?
Do you know someone who does?If so, please call us!
1-800-243-4636(1-800-AGE-INFO)
A NOTE FROM OUR TROOPS TO OUR KNIT AND CROCHET GROUP E-mails come in from our troops, thanking our Knit & Crochet group,
for taking part in “The Ships Project” by making caps, slippers and scarves
for our troops overseas.We would like to share one with you…
“We just opened a box from “The Ships Project” aboard the USS Rushmore.
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for the generosity and support
shown to our service members.It means more than you can imagine, to
know that people “back home” are thinking of us while we are away,
“under way”.As I look at the craftsmanship of my new beanie, I pray that
God will bless the hands that made it, just as each knit and pearl was a
prayer for our safe return home.”
Help For elders Buying Prescription Drugs….
Follow these 3 steps to be certain you have done all that you can to reduce
the cost of medications for you and your household.
STEP 1:Make a list of all the medications you are taking; include
the retail price for each one and reason you are taking each one.
STEP 2:Call or meet with your doctor and talk about each medication.
Make sure you still need all the medications that you are currently taking.
Discuss the use of other brand name drugs or generic drugs that may
cost less. At any time you should feel free to discuss cost-saving
alternatives to your medication regimen with your physician or pharmacist.
STEP 3:Call the state’s pharmacy counseling program, “MassMedLine”
at 1-866-633-1617, to find out about less costly medication alternatives
or to get help enrolling in the best program for you.
MassMedLine will evaluate your situation and work with your doctor to
complete any applications necessary to obtain your medications.
Other Helpful Contacts: 800AgeInfo:1-800-243-4636 Executive Office of Elder Affairs: (617) 727-7750 MAAARP: (866) 448-3621 “FRIENDS” OF THE SAUGUSSENIORCENTER President: Attorney Ronald Surabian
Vice President: Beverly Snowdon
Secretary: Louise D’Eon
Treasurer: George Wentzell
Directors:Dottie Bockus (Living Memorial)
Margaret Berkowitch
Nelson Chang
Eugene Decareau
Janette Fasano
Marie Poitras
Ellen Proodian
Carl Tedder
Edward Walsh
Caroline Walsh (Honor)
Margaret Wentzell (Honor)
