Senior Happenings for Week of Dec. 2

DIGHTON

The Dighton Council on Aging is located at 300 Lincoln Ave., N. Dighton. Phone: 508-823-0095. Contact Alice E. Souza, http://www.dighton-ma.gov/

Prime Time is an adult supportive respite facility located in the rear of the Town Hall, 1059 Somerset Avenue, Dighton. Prime Time is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m It is a supervised program for elders where they can enjoy a full and productive life. Call Sheila at 508-669-6272 or visit us at www.dighton-ma.gov for more information.

Hats and Mittens/Gloves are needed for the giving Christmas Tree to be distributed to local children charities during the winter months. Items may be dropped off at Prime Time, or at the Dighton Council on Aging.

A Representative from the Dighton Public Library will be at Lincoln Village on Tuesday, Nov. 27 from 1 to 3 p.m.  For more information, call 508-669-6421.

Volunteer needed: looking for someone who plays the guitar or piano to lead a monthly sing-along at Prime Time. Call Sheila at 508-669-6272 for more information.

Chair yoga class is held for those 60+, on Tuesdays, from 11 a.m. to noon, at the Dighton Council on Aging, in the Lincoln Village Community Center, 300 Lincoln Ave. Call 508-823-0095 for more information.

Tai chi classes are held on Fridays, from 9 to 10 a.m. Classes are held at the Dighton Council on Aging, 300 Lincoln Ave.

Exercise classes are held for those ages 60+, on Mondays and Wednesdays starting at 9:30 a.m., at the Dighton Council on Aging.

Nutritious Meals are served at Prime Time Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. by reservation. Call Sheila at 508-669-6272 by 10:30 a.m. the previous day to reserve a meal. A donation of $2 per meal is suggested. Home delivered meals can be arranged for home-bound elders upon request. If you know of someone who is home-bound and in need of home delivered meals please call 508-823-0095 or 508-669-6272.

FALL RIVER

Fall River Council on Aging, 508-324-2401

Flint Senior Center, 1423 Pleasant St. Coordinator Almerinda Medeiros; 508-324-2712, Voice/TDD 324-2000

Monday: Lunch and bingo 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Rep. Paul Schmid visits first Monday of the month at 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday: Arts and crafts

Wednesday: Breakfast bingo 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. third Wednesday of the month

Thursday: Arts and crafts 9:30 a.m. to noon; Lunch and bingo noon to 2:30 p.m.

Friday: Movie matinee day; 1 pm.

Niagara/Maplewood Senior Center, 550 Tucker St. Coordinator Stephanie Valente; 508-324-2717, Voice/TDD 324-2000

Monday: Lunch 11:30 a.m.; bingo 1 p.m.

Tuesday: Exercise 9 to 9:50 a.m.; Low impact aerobics 10 to 10:45 a.m.; Pitch 1 to 3 p.m.

Wednesday: Lunch 11:30 a.m.; bingo 1 p.m.; bongo bingo on second Wednesday of every month 1 p.m.

Thursday: Exercise 9 to 9:50 a.m.; low impact aerobics 10 to 10:45 a.m.; Jambalaya Jammers noon to 3 p.m.

Friday: Lunch 11:30 a.m.; bingo 1 p.m.

North End Senior Center, 101 President Ave., Executive Plaza

Coordinator Donald F. Jackson; 508-324-2711; Voice/TDD 324-2000

Monday: Pitch 1 p.m., knitting/crochet group 1-3:30 p.m.

Tuesday: Lunch 11:30 a.m., bingo 1 p.m.

Slam Bingo every last Tuesday of the month 1 p.m.

Wednesday: not available

Thursday: Lunch 11:30 a.m., bingo 1 p.m.

Friday: Bingo 1 p.m.

South End Senior Center, 114 South Main St. Coordinator Claudette Sisson; 508-324-2715

Monday: Lunch 11:15 to noon; bingo 1 to 3 p.m.

Tuesday: Cards 9 a.m. to noon

Wednesday: Cards 9 a.m. to noon; lunch 11:15 to noon; bingo 1 to 3 p.m.

Thursday: Cards 9 to 11 a.m.; lunch 11:15 to noon; bingo 1 to 3 p.m.

Puzzle and game area available daily

FREETOWN

Freetown Council on Aging, 227 Chace Road, East Freetown, may be reached at Freetowncoa@aol.com or by calling Barbara Lafleur at 508-763-9557. Open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fridays 7:30 to 10:30 a.m.

Dec. 2 to Dec. 7

Monday 9 a.m., Pool; 9:30 a.m., Massage; 10 a.m., Muffins; 10 a.m., Knitting; 10 a.m., Podiatrist; 1 p.m., Pitch

Tuesday, 11:30 a.m., Cyd’s Lunch; 12:45 p.m., Bingo

Wednesday, 9 a.m., Painting; 9:30 a.m., Line Dancing

Thursday, 11:30 a.m., Senior club; 12:30 p.m., Scrabble

Friday, 9:15 a.m., Strength Class; 10 a.m., Mat Yoga; 10:30 a.m., Kanakis; 10:30 a.m., Closed

PORTSMOUTH

Portsmouth Multi Purpose Senior Center, 110 Bristol Ferry Road, Portsmouth R.I. Phone: 401-683-4106 Fax: 401-683-4001

Regular Scheduled Activities Calendar

Line Dancing with instructor Rose Northup- Monday at 10 a.m.

Billiards – Daily at 9 a.m.

Bridge- noon, Mondays and Tuesdays. Pitch (Hi-Lo Jack) - Wed. at 6:30 p.m.

Adult Coloring- 1:15 p.m. every Monday. Free (bring your own supplies).

Art Class- Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. Free. Bring your own supplies

Alzheimer's Support Group- Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m.

Chair Yoga Exercise with Kathryn Ward- Tuesdays at 1 p.m.

SHIP counselor, Pat Walker will be here every Tuesday from 1 to 4 p.m. SHIP specializes in health insurance plans, such as: Medicare Part A, B, C, and D, Medicare Advantage, several supplemental plans. Pat can also help you with your medical bills. Appointment necessary, call 401-644-3317.

Tai Chi with instructor Jessie Harding- Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Country Jammin’- Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m.

Bingo- Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m. Refreshments served.

Walking Club- 10 a.m.

Chorus- Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. Chorus Director: Josephine Vierra

Mahjongg- Thursdays at 1 p.m.

Cardio Exercise with Stephanie Synnott- Fridays at 9 a.m.

Zumba Gold with Jessica Shea, Fridays at 10:15 a.m.

Fitness center opened daily for members only 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Portsmouth Café Luncheon meals are served at noon Monday through Friday at the Center. Meals served to 60 and over or disabled. Reservations are required 24 hours in advance. Suggested donation is $3. Call 401-683-4106

Blood Pressure Screenings fourth Wednesday of the month from 11 a.m. to noon. Open to the public.

The Portsmouth Multi-Purpose Senior Center membership dues are $15. Classes are $2.50 for members and $3 for nonmembers. You must be 55 years and older to join. For more information about events and activities or other services provided by the center, call the office Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. at 401-683-4106.

SOMERSET

The Somerset Council on Aging: Regular office hours for the Council on Aging are Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The business line is 508-646-2833, Transportation line, 508-646-2819. The COA strives to deliver the highest quality services to all senior citizens in our community, we remain the focal point in the community for elder related issues. Contact Shauna or Samantha with any questions or concerns.

Open enrollment SHINE counseling available: If you are enrolled in a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan or a Medicare Advantage Plan (HMO/ PPO), you should have received an information packet from your plan. During Medicare Open Enrollment (Oct. 15 through Dec. 7), you can adjust your plan for next year. To make an appointment with a SHINE counselor call the COA office.

Regular weekly activities include:

Osteoporosis exercise, Monday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m.

Tai Chi every Monday at 9:15 a.m., $3 per class

Mahjongg casual and instructional every Monday 10:30 – 2:30

Mahjongg every Thursday 10:30 – 2:30

Aerobics exercise class every Tuesday and Thursday 9:30 a.m., $3 per class

Bingo every Tuesday and Friday, 12:30 p.m.

Bridge every Tuesday 10 a.m.

Pitch every Wednesday 9:30 a.m.

Canasta every Wednesday 10:30 a.m.

Knitting/Crocheting/Adult coloring class, Thursday at 9:30 a.m.

Cribbage every Thursday 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Drums Alive every Friday at 9:15 a.m.

Exercise with Lynne – Join us every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:30 a.m. for an aerobic exercise program. This program features lights weights and even some dancing. Classes are $3, drop in anytime.

Tai Chi with Jamie – Join in every Monday at 9:15 a.m. for a slow paced Tai Chi class taught by Sifi Jamie McGuire. Classes are $3, drop in anytime.

Drums Alive- Every Friday at 9:15 a.m. This program features drumming on exercise balls to lots of great music. A great way to start any Friday! This class is free, drop in anytime.

Osteoporosis – Every Monday and Thursday. This class is run by a wonderful group of women who have been exercising at the COA for years. This class is free but does require a doctor’s note.

Transportation

The COA offers free transportation Monday-Friday to all Somerset seniors. Vans travel to Fall River and Swansea for medical appts only, and within town for any need. We also offer transportation to all religious services on Sundays from 8 - 11 a.m. To schedule a ride please call the COA the day before at 508-646-2819.

Congregate meals are offered Monday through Friday at the Senior Center through Bristol Elders Services, by reservation for a donation of $2 per meal. If interested call the COA office to reserve your meal by 9:30 a.m. a day in advance.

A podiatrist visits the senior center the first and fourth Wednesday of every month. Call the COA office for an appointment.

A medical equipment lending closet is available to Somerset residents. Call the Council on Aging for more information about the program at 508-646-2833.

SWANSEA

The Swansea Senior Center is located at Senior Center 260 Ocean Grove Ave. Senior events are as follows:

On Mondays, at 10 a.m, the Swansea COA welcomes Kat Cammarata with a brand-new eight-week fitness program: Meditation! This free program is offered through grant funds provided by the Executive Office of Elder Affairs.

Mondays- Meditation at 10 a.m. 8-week class

Meditated Movement - Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

Zumba- Wednesdays at 10 a.m.

Afternoon Fitness- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Fridays at 3 p.m.

Programs Include:

Meditation Movement—Fitness for Mind & Body

The Swansea Council on Aging's fitness program, Meditation Movement focuses on tai chi philosophy and basic breathing techniques. This is a one-hour standing fitness routine that can easily be adapted to seated movements for those who prefer seated accommodations. These free classes will be offered on Tuesdays at 10 a.m.

Healing Movements System—tai chi & qigong: The Swansea Council on Aging continues is offering this fitness (DVD) program on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 3 p.m.  It’s perfect for all fitness levels, all are welcome.

Bingo for a Buck! Socialize and have fun playing bingo. Cards are only $1 each, other Bingo supplies are supplied. BINGO is held on Tuesdays at 1 p.m. at the Swansea Council on Aging.

Knitting for a Need- exceptional volunteers give of their time to knit for those in need. The items are donated to Citizens for Citizens, Inc., who then distributes them to needy families in Swansea and other surrounding communities. Free yarn is available (at the COA) to all club members.  Mondays from 1 – 3  p.m. For more information, call Laurie Pimentel at 508-676-1831.

The Swansea COA is taking names for those in need of a holiday meal on Thanksgiving Day. If you are a senior who will be alone for the holiday, please call the Swansea COA to register (deadline to register is Nov. 19) for your free meal. Meals are being provided by Simply Simons.  Call 508-676-1831 to register.

Health Clinics

Wednesdays

Free Blood pressure and glucose screenings by The Swansea Ambulance Corps from 10 to 10:30 a.m.

Daily

Congregate Meals Lunch Program – 11:30 a.m.

Supportive Day Program – 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Fee and eligibility requirement apply)

Weekly

Monday: Mahjong- 9 a.m.; Knitting Club- 1 to 2 p.m., free

Tuesday: Bingo 1 to 2:30 p.m., $1 per card

Wednesday: Pitch League- 11:30 a.m to 3 p.m.; Zumba—10  a.m, free

Thursday: Mahjong- noon, free

Friday: Canasta- noon, free

If you have questions or comments, visit www.swanseacoa.webs.com or call Laurie A. Pimentel, executive director at the above number.

TIVERTON

Tiverton Senior Center, 207 Canonicus St., Tiverton; Contact: Janet Holmes, director at 401-625-6790.

Monday: 9 a.m., Exercise with Deb; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Quilting for Charity 9 a.m. to noon;  Chair Yoga with Kate, 1 p.m.

Tuesday: Zumba with Jessica, 9 a.m.; From 9 a.m. to noon Medicare Part D, call 644-3317 for an appointment; Watercolor with Madeleine, 1 p.m.; Games, 1 p.m.

Wednesday: 9 a.m., Exercise with Deb; 12:30 p.m., Chorus with Starr; 12:30 p.m., Zumba with Jessica; 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. Holiday wreath/centerpiece making.

Thursday: 9:30 a.m., TOPS; 1 p.m. Bingo; 1 p.m. Knitting for Charity; 1 p.m. Grief Support Group Meeting

Friday: 9 a.m., Exercise with Deb; 11:30 a.m., Mahjong; 1 p.m., knitters and quilters.

On Saturday, December 8, there will be a Holiday Craft Fair at the Senior Center from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

The Tiverton Senior Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Computers are accessible Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome to use our facility for everyday socialization. We offer billiards, cards, games and activities on a regular basis. Monthly newsletters are printed with our schedule of events. Drop in and pick one up. Lunch is served daily at 11:30 a.m. Reservations are required. Call in advance to book your lunch. The latest you can call is 11 a.m., the day before your meal.

The Senior Center bus schedule is as follows: The regular schedule every Tuesday is shopping at the South Coast Marketplace area. This includes Stop & Shop and Market Basket. Every Wednesday is in the Tiverton area, this includes: CVS, Bank of Newport, US Post Office, Rite Aid/Walgreens, Walmart and shopping at Seabra in Fall River. This is a free service to all Tiverton residents who are 55 or older. Call the Senior Center at 401-625-6790 to make a reservation.

WESTPORT

Westport Council on Aging, 75 Reed Road, Westport. 508-636-1026. Beverly Bisch, Director

Transportation needs? Call the Center at 508-636-1026 to arrange transportation, Monday through Friday, for medical, pharmacy and food shopping.

Please drop off your Lee’s cash register receipts at the drop off box at the front entrance of COA. A portion of each goes to support the Friends of Westport Council on Aging, Inc.

A Balance & Bones exercise class is offered Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays 9:45 - 11 a.m. – Aerobics is every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. - Toning and stretching class is Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. – Men’s exercise is every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 10 – 11 a.m.

An advanced T’ai Chi class is Fridays at 12:30 p.m., an intermediate T’ai Chi class is Friday at 1:30 p.m. and Yoga is Wednesday at 12:45 p.m.

Walking/Hiking group leaves WCOA every Tuesday or Thursday starting 8:45 a.m.

SHINE, for assistance with answers and information on your health insurance questions, supplements, etc. Call to schedule an appointment at 508-636-1026.

Bingo runs every Thursday at 12:30 p.m. and Mahjong meets Monday 12-3 and Thursdays 9-12.

A watercolor workshop is offered at 9 a.m. on Wednesday’s and Fridays with Robert Abele, local artist. The sessions are for artists just beginning their journey with watercolor and also for experienced artists willing to offer encouragement and motivation.

A knitting and crocheting class is Tuesday at 1 p.m. and our Quilting group is Thursday at 1 p.m.

Poetry writing is offered every other Wednesdays at 1:45 p.m. and the Second Half Book Club meets Wednesdays from noon – 1:45 p.m.

Advanced Bridge Club meets Fridays 12 – 3 p.m. and Beginner/Intermediate Bridge meets Tuesdays 9-12.

Each month we also offer special events and programs, which are listed in our newsletter,”EVERGREEN.” If you have questions regarding any of our diverse activities, please call the Westport Senior Center at 508-636-1026

Senior Day Program, which offers a variety of activities for seniors 60 and older, is from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.