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—Council on Aging Duxbury Doings

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Hello Friends,�

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As I have said time and time again, we owe a debt of gratitude to

our volunteers. We would not be the strong community that we are

now without the help of the dedicated volunteers at the Center.

With this in mind, I am glad to tell you that the Senior Tax Work�

Off program from the Town of Duxbury is back up and running, after a break in 2021

because of the pandemic.�

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The Tax Work�Off Program offers a reduction on property taxes for eligible residents 65 and

older in exchange for service hours in one of the Duxbury town departments. This is a chance to

do some meaningful community work and save some money. The program also enhances the

community at large by tapping into the skills of older adults in Duxbury, a win�win!�

If eligible, your volunteer hours will be worked in 2022, for a Spring 2023 reduction in property

tax.� ��

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The parameters of the program and the application process have changed a bit. To qualify for the

program you must be at least 65 and a Duxbury resident. You also must:�

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�� provide income verification � the applicant’s gross income from all sources may not exceed

$61,000 for the year preceding the application�

�� and provide documentation that all assets (exclusive of the domicile) do not exceed

$100,000.�

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If you’re interested in pursuing the Tax Work�Off program, visit the Town’s website under

Volunteer Opportunites, https://www.town.duxbury.ma.us/employment�volunteer�opportunities

for the proper forms and applications to complete, or call the Assessor’s office at 781�934�6010.�

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To help you with this process we will be hosting drop�in help hours at the Center for Tax

Work�Off applicants on Monday, October 4

from 1:00 am to 11:00 am. �

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Stop by and see if the Duxbury Tax Work�Off Program is right for you for 2022!�

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Be well!�

Joanne

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Join us on Thursday, October 21 from 3:00 PM�4:30 PM to honor and thank �

Donna for her important contributions to the Senior Center.� �

Light refreshments will be served.�

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—www.duxburyseniorcenter.org

DUXBURY SENIOR CENTER�

10 Mayflower Street, Duxbury, MA 02332�

PHONE: (781) 934�5774�

FAX: (781) 934�1135�

WEBSITE: www.duxburyseniorcenter.org�

MEET THE STAFF�

Director ��Joanne Moore�

Assistant Director …………….Angela Sinnott�

Manager of Volunteers… …….Christine Coakley�

Media Manager.….. …………..Brooke McDonough�

Finance Manager………………Elissa Wyllie�

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Community Services�

Manager………………………..Donna Ciappina�

Volunteer SHINE Counselor��..Alan Rosenberg�

Veteran’s Service Officer��..Mike Thorp�

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Food Service�

Food Service Manager��Peter Dewey�

HDM Manager��Cathy Dame�

Food Service Coordinator…….Dina Teuten�

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Programs Team�

Program Coordinator... ……….Carol Boudrieau�

Program Coordinator………….Regan Roderigues�

Program Coordinator��Michelle Russo�

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Social Day Program�

Manager��.Caren Harrison�

��Suzanne Errasti�

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Custodial Staff………………... Jim Brooks�

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Transportation/Medical Bus Drivers �

Steve Dubuque, Jim Dexter, Bob Johnson, �

Bob Dame, Terrence O’Grady and Jack Breen�

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Cover Art by �

Duxbury Artist �

Sandra Sweetser, �

An illustrator and watercolor artist.�


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Virtual Fitness Classes

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Registration will be online and payment is for

the monthly series.�

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BALANCE FOR LIFE WITH CHAIR ASSIST with

Sarah �Monday & Thursday, 9:30 AM �

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ALL THINGS FITNESS with Kim� Monday,

10:30 AM (10/4 & 10/18 only)�

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YOGA FITNESS WITH CHAIR ASSIST with

Kim�Tuesday, 9:30 AM & Thursday, 11:00 AM �

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Fitness Classes at DSC

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To register for virtual or in person fitness �

classes please visit our website and click on

Register for a Fitness Program. You will also

find a description of each class and �

confirmation of the dates class will meet each

month.�

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Although registration is for the monthly

series, our monthly fitness fee is based on

our affordable $5 per class. �

Reminder that your Zoom links to the classes you

registered for can be found on our Schedules Plus

Virtual Center!

Click the Virtual Center Link from our website

duxburyseniorcenter.org, and Schedules Plus will

open. Log in with your phone number and click

Virtual Center

Links are active 15 minutes before class.

Fitness Safety Policy�

You should always consult with your physician be-

fore engaging in any physical activity program. By

participating in these online exercise classes, you

assume all dangers, hazards and risks of such �

participation. The exercises demonstrated by the�

instructors in these online classes are physically �

demanding. If you are unable to safely perform

these exercises, please modify them for your own

safety or choose a different set of exercises.�

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By registering for a virtual fitness program you are

agreeing to this Fitness Safety Policy.�

In-Person Fitness Classes

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As with the virtual classes, registration will

be online and payment will be for the

monthly series.�

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POWER STRETCH with Gretchen�Monday

& Thursday, 8:00 AM�

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STRENGTH & CONDITIONING with �

Gretchen�Monday & Thursday, 2:30 PM �

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TAI CHI and Qi Gong with Kathy��

*Wednesday, 10:30 AM�

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YOGA FITNESS WITH CHAIR ASSIST with

Kim�Wednesday, 3:00 PM �

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GENTLE STRETCH AND FLOW YOGA with �

Colleen�Fridays, 10:00 AM �

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*We are planning a second Tai Chi class for

November.�

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OCTOBER ROGRAMS

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We have resources... and choices.Your Care Patrol Certified Senior Advisors help families with senior-related services and placement questions every day of the week (and holidays). The amount of research, coordination and logistics involved in placing a loved one in assisted living or memory care can be overwhelming - let us assist you in the process.

We are a FREE Community Service!

Let us help you put all the pieces together today!

617-694-3053

Contact Karen Fontaine to place an ad today! [email protected]

or (800) 477-4574 x6350


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COMMUNITY WIDE

Senior Tax Work Off Program for 2022

Provides eligible residents with a property tax

reduction of up to $1000 in exchange for service hours

for the Town of Duxbury.

To qualify for the program the applicant must:

�� be at least 65 years of age�

�� provide income verification – the applicant’s gross

income from all sources may not exceed $61,000

for the year preceding the application�

�� provide documentation that all assets (exclusive of

the domicile) do not exceed $100,000.

Make an appointment with Assessor Steve Dunn at

781-934-1100 ext. 6010 to review. Next, complete the

online application by 10/15. https://

www.town.duxbury.ma.us/employment-volunteer-

opportunities - There will be drop-in help hours to

assist with the online application at the Duxbury

Senior Center Monday, October 4 from 10-11AM.

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DSC Activities

Mondays

Crafty Ladies ~ 10 AM�Noon �

Blood Pressure Clinic ~ Noon� 1 PM �

Bocce ~ All day, weather permitting �

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Tuesdays�

Rug Hookers ~ 9 AM �Noon �

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Roots Genealogy ~ 1�3 PM�

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Wednesdays

Tech Time ~ 2�4 PM�

(by appointment)�

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Thursdays

Corn Hole ~ 1�4 PM�

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Fridays

TOPS ~ 10�11 AM�

(Take Off Pounds Sensibly)�

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Medicare Open Enrollment

is coming! �

Medicare health and drug

plans can make changes each year�things like

cost, coverage, and what providers and

pharmacies are in their networks. �

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to December 7th is when all

people with Medicare can change their Medicare

health plans and prescription drug coverage for

the following year to better meet their needs. �

The SHINE (Serving the Health Insurance Needs

of Everyone) Program can help you determine

the best plan for you through individual meetings

with a trained SHINE Counselor. Alan

Rosenberg, our SHINE Counselor will start

open enrollment appointments the week of

Oct. 18

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To schedule an appointment, contact the

Duxbury Senior Center Front Desk at �

781�934�5774 ext. 5703. This is a busy time

of year, please schedule early. You will be

asked to complete a Medication Form prior to

your appt. and have your Medicare Card

available. At this writing, appointments will

be remote/telephone only.�

MASS OPTIONS�

Mass Options is a free resource linking, seniors and

individuals with disabilities to services that help you

or a loved one live independently in the setting of

your choice.�

Call 1�844�422�6277 or go to MassOptions.org�

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October is National Domestic Violence

Awareness Month�

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South Shore Women’s Resource Center (SSWRC)

offers women age 55 and older domestic violence

counseling, advocacy, and information, in addition

to related supportive services. �

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Call 508�746�2664 for information.�

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24 Hour Hotline: 888�746�2664�

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Mental Health �

Awareness Week�

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The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

Plymouth serves Duxbury and surrounding

towns offering support and education to

individuals and families affected by mental

illness. For more information about NAMI

programs go to nami.org or call the NAMI Help

Line at 1�800�950�6264. �

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Call Community Services at 781�934�5774 ext.

5730 if you need assistance in contacting local

mental health services such as counseling or

support groups. �


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HEALTHY APPETITES

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Our Café is Open!�

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If you have enjoyed our Grab & Go meals then we hope you will stop in,

order lunch and either sit in our café or ask for your meal “to�go”!�

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Daily specials and hot entrees will be added in the coming months.�

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If you have missed meeting a friend for lunch or grabbing a cup of �

coffee before a class�we’re back and we look forward to seeing you!�

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No Reservations Required!�

508-584-1561 [email protected] www.ocesma.orgServing all people – Serving all incomes


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LEGAL ADVICE�

Most Fridays we offer complimentary appointments with local attorneys. �

Please call 781�934�5774, ext. 5703 to schedule an appointment with an

attorney. Appointments are approximately 15 minutes. �

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LIFE INSURANCE REVIEW AND �

LONG TERM CARE OPTIONS �

Are you concerned about your coverage? Is your life insurance policy still in place and is there a cash

value? Are your beneficiaries up�to�date? Do you have adequate coverage? �

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Make an appointment by calling 781�934�5774, ext. 5703 to meet with Elaine Buonvicino, Independent

Insurance Agent to review your existing Life Insurance Policy or Long Term Care Policy.

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SHINE TELEPHONE CONSULTATIONS�

Our SHINE (Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone) Counselor, Alan Rosenberg is

scheduling telephone consultations by appointment on Wednesdays. He will call you at the scheduled

time to answer questions or provide guidance on Medicare plans. To schedule an appointment call

781�934�5774 extension 5703. �

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MEET WITH YOUR REPRESENTATIVES �

Senator Patrick O’Connor will hold office hours monthly at the Duxbury Senior Center to hear concerns

and answer questions on the 3rd Tuesday of the month from noon to 1:00 p.m.�

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Representative Josh Cutler will be at the Duxbury Senior Center on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each

month from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. �

Veterans’ News October, 2021

The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) has finally approved a Veteran ID card. This

card is available to all Veterans who served the appropriate amount of time and have an

honorable discharge. You can apply by going to the VA web site; www.va.gov and in the

search window in the upper right of the home page enter “VA Veterans ID card.” Pick the appropriate site

and you then will have to establish an online account in order to access the form. You will need a copy of

your DD214. An easier route is if you already have a disability rating by the VA, you are eligible for VA

healthcare. If you have applied and been accepted, go to the Brockton VA, bldg. #3, first floor, and you can

have them produce a picture ID. This will suffice for a Veteran’s ID as well.�

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Commemoration of the Vietnam War named, "A Time to

Honor.” Please call me to reserve a copy.�

Veterans can now take advantage of DOD travel deals. This includes hotels, flights, packages, cruises etc.

The site is: www.AmericanForcesTravel.com You will need to verify your eligibility with DOD.�

Veterans from all eras are reacting to the events in Afghanistan. You are not alone. There are many online

sites to help and allow you to discuss your feelings. You may search for sites at: www.va.gov �

I do plan of having a Veteran’s breakfast to honor those who served on November 12, 2021(the day after

Veteran’s Day) here at the senior center, COVID permitting. Be on the lookout for further, more detailed

news soon. �

There is nothing more important than good eye care as we age. If you are in VA healthcare you are eligible

for this service at NO COST to you. The facility at the Brockton VA is “top notch” like going to a local eye

store. You will be seen by a clinician, receive a prescription for glasses, pick your frame and within about 10

days by mail receive you new glasses. Call 774�826�1106 for an appointment.�

If you have questions about your earned military benefits call Mike Thorp, Duxbury VSO, located at

the senior center; 781�934�5774 X5740.�


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DAILY & MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION

The Duxbury Senior Center provides transportation in

Duxbury, Kingston, Marshfield, Pembroke and Plymouth.�

Daily and Medical transportation requires 48 hours advanced

notice by calling 844�358�4422.� We recommend that you call to

request transportation as soon as you make an appointment as our

services does fill quickly.� You will be given an approximate pick�

up time.� Please be ready at least 15 minutes before the scheduled

time.� The bus may arrive 15 minutes before or after this scheduled

time.� We appreciate your patience.�

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Transportation Fee $1.75 one�way fee for service within the area of Duxbury, Kingston,

Pembroke and Marshfield.� If your travel takes you outside the service area, there is a one�way

fee of $3.50.� Bus passes are available for purchase from our bus drivers.� The 10�ride pass costs

$15.00.� The bus drivers can accept exact cash or check for passes or one�time rides.� The drivers

are unable to make change.� �

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GATRA is offering free rides to vaccine appointments and for other COVID�19 related essential

transportation needs through a grant from MAPC and MassDevelopment. For more

information and to see if you qualify for the HELP Grant call 508�823�8828 ext. 252.�

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OUT AND ABOUT

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It is the mission of the Friends to assist the Council on Aging in provid-

ing services, resources, and activities for seniors in the Town of

Duxbury; enriching the programs of the Duxbury Council on Aging;

and raising, holding, and dispensing funds for the accomplishment of

the goals of the Council on Aging.�

Donate to the Friends!

It’s more important than ever to support the Friends of the Council on Aging so that we can make sure we serve the older

adults in our community when they need it the most.

The Friends on the Council on Aging no longer requires membership fees, but there are several ways you can donate.

Online: Go to www.duxburyseniorcenter.org and click Donate.

By check: Made out to Friends of Duxbury COA and mailed to 10 Mayflower Street, Duxbury Ma.

We hope to see you at these fundraisers:

Duxbury COA Golf Outing, September 20 20201

Duxbury Half Marathon, September 25, 2021

Annual Appeal, November 2021

For more information on these events, go to duxburyseniorcenter.org or call 781-934-5774.

FRIENDS OF THE COA BOARD OF DIRECTORS BALLOT�

FOR FY 2022 ELECTION�

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Title�� Name� � � � � � � � Term Exp.�

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PRESIDENT� � Paul Brogna�� 2022��

VICE PRES.� � Mary Walsh�� 2022��

TREASURER� � Julie Cloherty� � � � � 2022��

SECRETARY� � Candy Weiler� � � � � 2022��

DIRECTOR�� Mike Halloran�� 2024��

DIRECTOR�� Melissa Hammel� � � � 2024��

DIRECTOR�� Bill Kearney�� 2024�

DIRECTOR�� Sharon Cronin�� 2022��

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The following individuals are respectfully submitted to run for the open positions in the Friends of the

Duxbury Council on Aging Board of Directors by the FCOA Nominating Committee for FY2022.�

NOTICE�

There will be a special meeting of the Members of the Friends of the Duxbury

Council on Aging on Monday, October 4, 2021 at the Duxbury Senior Center

immediately following the Friends Annual Meeting scheduled to begin at 8:30

AM. The purpose of the meeting is to make amendments to the Friends’ �

By�Laws.�


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Please consider naming the Friends as a beneficiary under your will or

planned giving instrument. The beneficiary should be designated as: Friends of the Duxbury

Council on Aging, Inc., a 501 © (3) corporation organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and having a principal

address at 10 Mayflower St., Duxbury, MA 02332.

COUNCIL ON AGING MISSION STATEMENT�

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To empower older adults to age well, engage in the community, and enrich their lives.�

Duxbury Council on Aging

10 Mayflower Street

Duxbury, MA 02332�

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The cost of mailing this

newsletter has been

paid by the �

Friends of the �

Council on Aging.�

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COUNCIL ON AGING BOARD�

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SENIOR CENTER STAFF @ (781) 934�5774�

Cheryl Ross, Chair� Paul Brogna, President�

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[email protected] x 5700�

Patti Ryan, Vice Chair� Sharon Cronin, Vice President� [email protected] x 5701�

John Rutkowski, Secretary, OCPC� Peggy Davis, Treasurer� [email protected] x 5741�

Kathy Capraro, Board Member� Mary Babin� [email protected] x 5705�

Becky Brown, Board Member� Anne Antonellis� [email protected] x 5711�

Dwight Shepard, Board Member� Christopher Barry� [email protected] 5712�

Leslie McCarthy, Board Member� Julie Cloherty� [email protected] x 5731�

John McCluskey, Board Member� Alden Rinquist� [email protected] x 5721�

Kevin Mullins, Board Member� Candace Weiler� [email protected] x 5710�

Ninky Savage, Board Member� Mike Halloran� [email protected] x 5730�

Cheryl Tufankjian, Board Member� William Kearney� [email protected] x 5732�

Fred Von Bargen, Board Member� Melissa Hammel� [email protected] x 5715�

Alternates:� Mary Walsh� [email protected] x 5703�

Ken Beeby, � � [email protected] x 5702�

Mi Kim, Barbara Peary� � �

Shelia Tenaglia, Marie Keefe�

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Professional Appointments x 5703�

Associates:� Veterans’ Service Officer � SHINE, Attorney Appointments�

Shirley Oktay�

Mike Thorp x 5740� �

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mjt�[email protected] � Lifelong Learning x 5701�

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