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Seasonings AUGUST 2017
Friends of the Mattapoisett Council Aging, Inc., PO Box 1116, Mattapoisett, MA 02739 (501c3: non-profit)
Seasonings
Mattapoisett Council on Aging, 17 Barstow St., PO Box 528, Mattapoisett MA 02739, P: 508-758-4110, F: 508-758-4119
OCTOBER 2021
www.mattapoisett.net
WHEN: Wednesday, October 26th @ 12:30 PM
Experience the works of Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Rapha-
el, and other masters of the Italian High Renaissance —
learn about how they worked, and how their accomplish-
ments forever changed the world of art.
The Renaissance: Italy’s Finest
WHEN: Tuesday, October 5th @ 4:00 PM
WHERE: In Person at COA, 17 Barstow St.
Register in Advance. Call 508-758-4110
Learn about Medicare enrollment periods, benefits,
coverage options, and programs that can help you with
your out-of-pocket costs.
Speaker: Christie Rexford, Regional
SHINE Director
Become a more educated consumer!
Medicare 101
WORK OFF
Please check the Town website or call the COA after
October 10th for Work Off Applications.
Please note all 20-21 timesheets are due no later than
November 5th.
Between Oct. 15—Dec. 7
Make Plan changes that will
go into effect Jan. 2022
What can I do?
• Change from Original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage Plan.
• Change from a Medicare Advantage Plan back to Original Medicare.
• Switch from one Medicare Advantage Plan to another Medicare Advantage Plan.
• Switch from a Medicare Advantage Plan that doesn't offer drug coverage to a Medicare Ad-vantage Plan that offers drug coverage.
• Switch from a Medicare Advantage Plan that of-fers drug coverage to a Medicare Advantage Plan that doesn't offer drug coverage.
• Join a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan.
• Switch from one Medicare drug plan to another Medicare drug plan.
• Drop your Medicare prescription drug coverage completely.
How can I do it?
• Contact your local Council on Aging and make
an appointment with a SHINE Counselor. The
SHINE Counselor is a trained volunteer who can
help you determine the best plan for you, and
possibly can help you save money! For Matta-
poisett residents, call 508-758-4110.
• Go online to: https://www.medicare.gov/sign-
up-change-plans (if you have questions or need
assistance, call the COA to speak with a SHINE
Counselor)
Perkins Library Resources
WHEN: Thursday, October 21st @ 10:00 AM
WHERE: COA, 17 Barstow St. AND via Zoom
Register in Advance:
-In person call 508-758-4110
-Zoom, go to Zoom, click join a meeting,
Meeting ID # 823 0708 4634 and register
Services for those who are legally blind as well as those who are unable to read as a result of any physical limitations will be discussed.
Learn more about this valuable service and find out if you or a friend may be eligible.
Speaker: Erin Fragola, Perkins Library
Seasonings October 2021
COUNCIL ON AGING
Executive Director Jacqueline Coucci [email protected]
Administrative Coord. Madeline Murphy [email protected]
Outreach Coordinator Elizabeth Leatham, M.Ed. Corinne Marlow, MSW [email protected]
C.O.A. Board Chair: Bethany Couto Vice-Chair: Kenneth Watts Secretary: Carolyn Thomas Patrick Dawson Patricia Goss Shirley Haley Johanna Riley Susan Roylance
C.O.A. MEETING 1st Wed. of Month
8:30 a.m. at COA, 17 Barstow St via Zoom-call for link
Friends of the Mattapoisett
Council on Aging, Inc.
Board of Directors
Anne Bartnowski, Pres. Denise Conton, Vice Pres. Dana Vaitses, Secretary Ruth White, Treasurer Paula Coffey Paula Cobb Betsy Finch-Kaplan Joan Heald Carole Jarvis Leona Mansfield Jim Mitcheson Polly Ann Mort Lou Reade Marie Rottler NEW MEMBERS WELCOME
FMCOA Board Meeting Friday, Oct. 1 @ 10:00 AM
at COA Center Do you have a bright idea?
TRIPS
Wed., Oct. 13th | 2:00 –4:00 p.m.
Every 2nd Wed.
$20 (includes all supplies)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Payment due upon registration
Scholarship avail.; ask for Jackie or Madeline
Instructor: Lidia Medeiros
Below is Painting Design for October:
PAINTING PARTY
Wednesday, Oct. 27th | 12:15 p.m.
Pizza $1/slice | Prepay | Registration Required
MFA : Monet Exhibit Boston
Thurs., Oct. 14th,
Van Departs at 9:00 a.m.
Van: $10, Admission ($32) paid on own
upon arrival, check local library for possible
passes!
Boston Symphony Orchestra
Open Rehearsals Returns!
November 11, January 20,
March 3 & April 14
Leaves: 6:30 a.m. | Cost: $10 van
• Registration required for all trips and
will begin the first of the month.
• Space is limited on vans.
• Pre-payment required one week prior
to trip date.
If payment not received by dead-
line date, the registration could be
cancelled.
• Mattapoisett residents have priority,
up to two (2) weeks prior to the trip.
• Anyone on a waiting list will be noti-
fied 2 weeks prior, as spaces allows.
• Masks required at all times on van (per State of MA)
Lorenzo’s Restaurant Middleboro
Thurs., Oct. 7th, Van Departs at 11:15
Van: $7
MOVIE & PIZZA
Balram narrates his epic and darkly humorous rise from poor villager to
successful entrepreneur in modern India. Cunning and ambitious, our
young hero jockeys his way into becoming a driver for a couple have
just returned from America. Society has trained Balram to be one thing -
- a servant -- so he makes himself indispensable to his rich masters. But
after a night of betrayal, he realizes the corrupt lengths they will go to
trap him and save themselves. Rated R | 2 HR 6 MIN
Pottery / Clay Sculpting
Every 2nd & 4th Thurs. | Oct. 14th & 28th
10:00-11:30 a.m.
Cost: $10 (everything included)
Registration
requested
Create unique
items. Your clay
will be put into a
kiln and returned
for you to
paint/decorate, and
sent to the kiln for
final glazing.
Based on the New
York Times bestseller
and 2008 Man Booker
Prize-winning novel.
42° North Restaurant Plymouth
Thurs., Oct. 21st Van Departs at 11:15
Van: $6
Support Group—
Widowed Persons
First Thursday of each month | 9:30 a.m. A confidential, respectful group of peo-
ple who share and care. Attendees have expressed that this group has helped them in
many ways. Call Nancy at 508-973-3227 to register
Hearing Aid Services First Monday of each month | 1:30 p.m. (by appointment)
FREE hearing screening | FREE hearing aid cleaning
Foot Care Last Monday of each month | by appointment | $30 [some insurances accepted]
Service by Dr. Alan Lechan, D.P.M.
Dental
Preventative dental services at the COA, quarterly, by appointment.
Dental cleanings | desensitizing treatments | denture care | temporary fillings | more
- Affordable rates for individuals without dental insurance, as well as grant-funded
services for eligible individuals. Call 508-827-6725 for appointment
Fuel Assistance
Mattapoisett COA works with the local fuel assistance program through P.A.C.E.
(People Acting in Community Endeavors) to offer filing assistance, as well as addi-
tional support through Coastline Services.
Snap
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program assists with funds for nutritious food.
Contact the COA Outreach for more information on qualifications and application.
All information is confidential.
Caregiving Family Care Giver Support Program offered through Coastline Services. Contact
them at 508-999-6400 or the COA at 508-758-4110
Money Management
Money Management program provides a trained, insured qualified volunteer through
Coastline Services may assist you as either a Bill Payer or a Representative Payee.
Contact the COA Outreach to learn if you qualify.
Legal Services
South Coastal County Legal Services. Types of Cases include: health, health in-
surance, long-term care (MassHealth eligibility and denials and long-term care,
Medicare denials and penalties); public benefits [SNAP, SSA, SSI, unemployment &
other benefit programs]; housing [evictions, appeals of denials, public housing eligi-
bility & subsidies. Intake: 800-244-9023 or 508-979-7150 or online sccls.org
Medicare SHINE (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone) can answer your ques-tions. Contact the COA to connect with the volunteer SHINE Counselor.
October 2021 Seasonings 3
SERVICES & SUPPORT
GAMES RIDES
for Matt. Residents only
• Medical Rides: 48-hr notice
• Stop & Shop: Every Tues. at 9:00 a.m.
• Market Basket: 1st & 3rd Friday at 9:15 a.m.
• Walmart & Dollar Tree (Fhvn) Every Mon.
at 12:15 p.m.
Registration required.
Masks Required at All
Times on any Vehicle
Call 508-758-4110 or email
Mondays
12:30 -2:30 pm
Tuesdays
3:00 -4:30 pm
Wednesdays
1:00—3:30 pm
Please call to register to
ensure enough players.
Seasonings October 2021
MON TUE WED THU FRI
1
8:15 Barre
9:15 Market Basket
10:00 Friends Mtg
4
8:45 Tai Chi CXL
10:00 Knitting
10:30 Strength & Balance
12:15 Walmart & Dollar
Tree (Fhvn)
12:30 Scrabble
1:30 Hearing Svc (by Appt)
5
8:30 Yoga
9:00 Stop & Shop
10:15 ZUMBA ($3)
12:30 Painting
3:00 Cribbage
4:00 Medicare 101
6
8:15 Barre ($5)
10:30 Strength & Balance
12:30 Art History
1:00 Mah Jongg
7
9:00 Chair Yoga
9:30 Widowed Person
Support Group
11:15 Lorenzo’s
1:00 Bridge
8
8:15 Barre
11
CLOSED
12
8:30 Yoga
9:00 Stop & Shop
10:15 ZUMBA ($3)
12:30 Painting
3:00 Cribbage
13
8:15 Barre ($5)
10:30 Strength & Balance
1:00 Mah Jongg
2:00 Painting Party
14
9:00 Chair Yoga
9:30 MFA: Monet
10:00 Pottery ($10)
1:00 Bridge
15
8:15 Barre
9:15 Market Basket
18
8:45 Tai Chi
10:00 Knitting
10:30 Strength & Balance
12:15 Walmart & Dollar
Tree (Fhvn)
19
8:30 Yoga
9:00 Stop & Shop
10:15 ZUMBA ($3)
12:30 Painting
3:00 Cribbage
20
8:15 Barre ($5)
10:30 Strength & Balance
11:00 Book Club
1:00 Mah Jongg
21
9:00 Chair Yoga
10:00 Perkins Library
Presentation
11:15 42° North
1:00 Bridge
22
8:15 Barre
10:00 Alexander
Technique
Session
25
8:45 Tai Chi
10:00 Knitting
10:30 Strength & Balance
12:15 Walmart & Dollar
Tree (Fhvn)
12:30 Scrabble
Foot Care –By Appt.
26
8:30 Yoga
9:00 Stop & Shop
10:15 ZUMBA ($3)
12:30 Painting
3:00 Cribbage
27
8:15 Barre ($5)
10:30 Strength & Balance
12:15 Movie & Pizza
1:00 Mah Jongg
28
9:00 Chair Yoga
10:00 Pottery ($10)
1:00 Bridge
29
8:15 Barre
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Expert Hearing Aid ServiceIn the Comfort and Security of Your Home
Lauren WarburtonHearing Instrument Specialist, MA #275
Call Today For A Free Hearing Test • 508-250-9324www.athomehearinghealthcare.com
MassHealth Provider / Most Insurances Accepted
Hearing Services & Evaluations Please Contact the Mattapoisett
COA for Appointment Times
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Friends of the Mattapoisett Council on Aging, Inc. P.O. Box 1116 Mattapoisett, MA 02739
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• Well-being referrals
• Files of Life
• Free safety services
• Telephone Reass. Prog.
The Mattapoisett COA’s Outreach Program provides in-
formation and referral, as well as specific direct services,
for Matt. residents 60 years and older and their family.
Services can include, but not limited to:
• Friendly Connections
• Home visits
• Housing
• Fuel / Utilities Asst.
• Advocacy
FUEL ASSISTANCE
WHEN: Friday, October 22nd @ 10:00 AM
Improve balance; improve form (not necessarily better posture but better form). Gain better coordination and flexibility; pain prevention; increase stamina; and better poise in standing, sitting, and activity. How? Through the Alexander Technique (AT), which has been practiced for over 125 years.
As a psycho-physical (re) education of using one’s body and mind to reduce stress and promote a well-coordinated body, it is the practice of attending to postural tone before and during activity encourages improvement in motor be-havior, balance, reduction in anxiety and pain, prevention of tension, and increased self-efficacy and energy. In short, AT encourages self-care and management.
Alexander Technique is often taught in rehabilitation pro-grams to help heal injury and recuperate from surgery.
Join us on Oct. 22nd for an introductory session and de-cide if you’d like to commit to this 3 week training
Nov. 5th: Proper sitting; sit-to-stand movements Nov. 12th: Proper standing; balance and gait Nov. 19th: Non-doing; inhibition; and breaking habits
Learn the Alexander Technique
PACE Application Assistance
Fuel Assistance through PACE is a pro-gram that helps low income individuals with heating costs during winter months. Homeowners and renters can apply for fuel assistance.
Please call Liz at 508-758-4110 for more information
regarding qualification and for assistance in apply-
ing.
OUTREACH SERVICES
Buzzards Bay Coalition More than 30 years ago, local residents sounded a warn-ing that the health of their beloved Buzzards Bay was fail-ing. These early efforts to save Buzzards Bay from the harmful effects of pollution led to the formation of the Buzzards Bay Coalition. Decades later, a Coalition of community members continues to work tirelessly to pro-tect clean water in Buzzards Bay for everyone.
The very informative website www.savebuzzardsbay.org describes how a citizen volunteer can get involved with the many programs they offer. In an interview with Colin Zeigler, Volunteer Coordinator with the Coalition, I learned that they offer volunteer work at every level of ability. Hearty souls might consider water testing through the Baywatch Monitoring, carpentry work or trail mainte-nance. For those who want to help but need a less de-manding volunteer station they suggest working at the Learning Center Docent program located in New Bed-ford. There volunteers assist the community engagement staff with mailings and reception work. He stressed that this is a good opportunity to meet new people and on the days of the mailings they provide lunch!
For more information call Phoebe Girard, Volunteer Coordinator, at the COA.
Volunteering Spotlight