September 2019
8607 Horton Highway P.O.Box 223 College Grove, TN 37046 615-368-7093 www.FiftyForward.org
November Highlights 4—Bob Ross Workshop 7—Veterans Day Celebration 8—Daytrip to Page High School for Veterans Salute 11—Daytrip to Bluebird Cafe 14- Lunch & program: Getting Active, Cigna-HealthSpring 18—Bingo 18—Bob Ross Workshop 19—Manicures, pedicures & haircuts 19—Daytrip to Plaza Mariachi for Concert
21—Birthday Potluck
Nashville songwriter Barry Coggins puts his heart and song into raising awareness and funds for FiftyForward Fresh/Meals on Wheels “Meals on Wheels!” comes the cheery greeting as Nashville songwriter Barry Coggins knocks on the door of his latest delivery destination. For more than twenty-five years Barry has helped spearhead an effort to deliver hot food to older adults in need as a volunteer for FiftyForward Fresh/Meals on Wheels. “Food for the body and conversation for the soul” is Barry’s motto as he spends every Thursday out in the community making deliveries, often bringing friends along to help. In his twenty-five years, Barry has delivered an estimated 9,000 meals and volunteered 3,000 hours. “It’s a good habit to have…It’s a wonderful thing to be able to share food and conversation with people who…enjoy the company,” says Barry about his service, "delivering meals means just as much to me - actually probably more - than it does for the people who need the meals. The hugs I get are worth any time I invest." Barry doesn’t stop there, however.
Music with Choraleers He also shows his love of the program through fundraising. He recently hosted the
(make note this is a Thursday) Barry Coggins Golf Tournament for
FiftyForward Fresh/Meals on Wheels for the 28 & 29 Center closed for twentieth year in a row, raising more than Thanksgiving $20,000. He also hosts an annual singer/ songwriters’ night and ‘Barry-oke’ as events which bring in much-needed funds for the Save the date….Saturday, program.
December 7, Pancake Breakfast, Bake Sale and Craft Fair, 7 am.—10 a.m.
According to a study by Feeding America, Tennessee is tied with Missouri as the 41st most food-insecure state. More than
one million Tennesseans are food insecure, with 17.1% of the state’s population not having enough to eat. FiftyForward Fresh/ Meals on Wheels seeks to alleviate hunger for older adults who are in need, delivering more than 20,000 meals annually, including on weekends and holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. FiftyForward Fresh/Meals on Wheels is dedicated to providing filling and nutritious meals for adults who may be isolated or home-bound, and volunteers like Barry are the heart and soul of the mission.
Become a FiftyForward Fresh/ Meals on Wheels volunteer and deliver hot meals and warm wishes to homebound older adults If you are looking for a meaningful volunteer opportunity, sign up to deliver meals for FiftyForward Fresh/Meals on Wheels. Spread cheer while you deliver a hot, nutritious meal to older adults in your community. Volunteers are assigned a designated time to pick up meals. Each volunteer receives the packaged meal as well as the address of 4-6 older adults who live in close proximity to one another. Last year, FiftyForward Meals on Wheels delivered more than 18,000 hot meals to 134 homebound older adults in the Nashville community. You can “be like Barry” and spread joy all year long doing something that gives back. To volunteer to prep or deliver meals, contact Sharie Loik Goodman, director, FiftyForward Fresh/Meals on Wheels, sloik@fiftyforward.org. Currently, volunteers are needed in the Bellevue area on Tuesdays and Fridays.
Staff
Letter from the Center Director
Sarah Stephens Center Director sstephens@fiftyforward.org 615-368-7093
It’s that time of year again for our Pancake Breakfast, Bake Sale and Craft Fair, Sat., Dec. 7. We are excited to announce that Williamson Medical Center will be our event sponsor again! The breakfast, bake and craft sale will run from 7 to 10 a.m. It’s an all you can eat breakfast for $5.
TBA Asst. Center Director 615-368-7093 Rhonda Rose Office Assistant rrose@fiftyforward.org 615-368-7093 Jane Bradley Care Manager jbradley@fiftyforward.org 615-376-4334
Connect with us! A profile of FiftyForward may be found at www.givingmatters.com. With your generous contributions, FiftyForward continues to support older adults in the community through our comprehensive programming. To support our mission, please visit www.FiftyForward.org/ donate
I would like to ask our members to help us again this year. We are going to presell tickets to the breakfast and I would like to ask each center member to sell 5 tickets. Preselling tickets will allow people who cannot attend the actual breakfast to still support our center. Please see any staff to pick up your envelope of tickets. We ask that you turn in your ticket sales money by Friday, Dec. 6. Calling all Bakers! We need your help at our Bake Sale. If you like to bake, dazzle us with your favorite homemade treat —from cookies, cakes, pies, cobblers, breads or other delicious goodies. Please deliver your goodies to the center on Friday, Dec. 6 by 3 p.m. It would be much appreciated if you could go ahead and price your items for the bake sale. Remember, this is a fundraiser for the center.
Sarah ***** Friendly Reminder of our new policy going into effect in November. When you sign up for a day trip or Thursday lunch, you need to please pay the fee at the
FiftyForward Agency Events
time of sign up.
Wednesday, Nov. 6 Fall for FiftyForward Breakfast
Held at FiftyForward/Patricia Hart Building, 7:30-8:30 a.m. This annual event invites community supporters and potential donors to this networking breakfast to learn more about the programs and services of FiftyForward. For more information, contact Karin Weaver, development director , 615-743-3434.
Sponsored by:
Cigna offers a wealth of educational programming across the agency. These programs are free to attend. Center
Date/Time
Subject
FiftyForward Bordeaux
Nov. 18, 10 a.m.
High blood pressure
FiftyForward College Grove
Nov. 14, noon
Getting active
Dec. 12, noon
Diabetes
FiftyForward Donelson Station
Nov. 19, 10 a.m.
Mental health
FiftyForward Knowles
Nov. 12, 10:30 a.m.
Flu and pneumonia
FiftyForward Madison Station
Nov. 6, 11:30 a.m.
Practical nutrition
Dec. 2, 10:30 a.m.
Arthritis
Nov. 4, 1 p.m.
Diabetes
Dec. 4, 1 p.m.
Getting active
FiftyForward Martin Center
FiftyForward J. L. Turner Center Nov. 4, 10:30 a.m.
Diabetes
Nov. 11, 10:30 a.m.
Fall prevention
Dec. 9, 10:30 a.m.
Getting active
Have you heard about the new All of Us Research Program from the National Institutes of Health? This new exciting program seeks to enroll 1,000,000 participants from diverse backgrounds to improve the health of future generations. If you are interested in joining but have more questions or would like some assistance in enrolling, please make an appointment with us! FiftyForward All of Us team members will be offering monthly one -on-one appointments here. They will be on site every 2nd Monday from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. to answer questions and offer technology assistance with online enrollment. Sign up at the Center and become “One in a Million” with the All of Us Research Program!
On November 18, SHIP coordinator Hardy Adham will be at the Center from 9 a.m. until 2 pm. He will process Medicare enrollment for anyone who needs counseling or assistance. Please sign up for an appointment if interested getting assistance with plans. •
change from Original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage Plan.
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change from a Medicare Advantage Plan back to Original Medicare.
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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 Advantage Plan that does offer drug coverage. • switch from a Medicare Advantage Plan that offers drug coverage to a Medicare Advantage Plan that doesn't offer drug coverage. •
join a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan.
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switch from one Medicare drug plan to another Medicare drug plan.
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drop your Medicare prescription drug coverage completely. 3
Grove Rover Day Trips Friday, November 8—This trip is for Veterans only and their guest. The Page High School JROTC has invited our veteran members to attend an event at Page High School “Honoring Our Heroes.” Please let me know if you are a veteran and would still like to go with us. There will be light refreshments and a short program. It is going to be a special program. No bus fee. Bus leaves the center at 8 a.m.
Monday, November 11—In case you haven’t been, the Bluebird treats us to a live performance by a Nashville songwriter. We never know who it’s going to be, but he or she is always good. Plus they serve us donuts and coffee — all for free! Afterward, we’ll probably head back to Williamson County for lunch, and maybe get into something else in between. The bus will leave the center at 8:30 a.m. Sharp! Bus fee is: $7.
Tuesday, November 19—Let’s go eat, shop and listen to concert! The Gypsy Hombres, an acoustic violin/ guitar based trio, blend traditional jazz with European, South American, and classical music to create a sound unlike any other musical group at Plaza Mariachi. The Plaza Mariachi offers a unique blend of culture, art, music, entertainment, food, services and retail in one location. It begins with decor in the style of traditional marketplace streets from old Mexico and weaves Latin culture into a walk of history. You’ll hear Hispanic music, see Latin relics, discover old and new Mexico in food, fashion and so much more. We will do some shopping, eat at one of the restaurants onsite and then enjoy the concert. The bus will leave the center at 10:15 a.m. Bus fee is $6.
May 14-16, 2020: Billy Graham Museum June 8-11, 2020: Creation Museum and Ark Encounter Gain insight and details on all of these trips at https://fiftyforward.org/travel/ Dec. 10-12: Pigeon Forge Nov. 3-9: National Parks & Canyons of the Southwest Dec. 30-Jan. 4: Rose Parade New Year Apr. 3-9, 2020: Cherry Blossom Festival, Washington D.C. Apr. 28-May 6, 2020: Tulip River Cruise, featuring Dutch and Belgian Waterways .
July 15-21, 2020: Mt. Rushmore (details TBD) Sept. 14-17, 2020: Everything Elvis (details TBD) On the Road with FiftyForward Unclaimed Baggage—Tuesday, Dec. 3 Call Janice at 615-883-8375 to make your reservation for trips. Nonmembers pay an additional 10 percent.
Thursday Lunch & Program Lunch ($5), 11:30 a.m. Program at Noon Please sign up on the program sheet and pay for lunch when you sign up.
We are again excited about our Veterans Celebration this year! Our featured speaker, Dean Delk, is a retired school principal in Chapel Hill where he was principal for nearly 30 years. Delk was born in South Carolina, but grew up in Florida. His father was a World War II veteran and Dean will tell us a little more about his father’s experience in WWII. We will also learn about Dean’s career in the National Guard for 20 years. Dean has supported our Katie Reed Golf Tournament since the beginning and this year his team won championship flight. Eleanna Flautt will play some fine music, and ROTC cadets from Page High School will post and retreat the colors. Special thanks go to Whitts Barbeque for sponsoring this event. Their support allows us to offer lunch free to veterans. For all others, lunch will cost $6. Please make lunch reservations by Monday, Nov. 4. Thursday, November 14—Getting active can improve the quality of your life in many ways: physically, mentally, and medically. Regular activity is important for everyone, but especially those over the age of 65. Join Desi Smith from Cigna as she shares helpful information about getting active while the group plays BINGO! Please make lunch reservations by Tuesday, November 12. Birthday Potluck, Thursday, Nov. 21 at 11:30 a.m. * Please note that our birthday potluck for November has been changed to a Thursday to accommodate our entertainment for the day.
The Choraleers is a group of FiftyForward members whose mission is to take live music to those who don’t normally “go to” live music. The current singers come from the College Grove, Knowles, and Madison centers, and the longest members have performed with the group since 1995. The Choraleers originated in 1965 (in the SCI/Senior Citizen’s Inc. era), though the group hasn’t run continuously. In 2011, when they were between directors, someone heard Geno Heffner play the piano at the Knowles center. One thing led to another, and Geno has directed the Choraleers ever since. Be sure to be here, We’ll have lunch at 11:30 a.m., and the Choraleers will begin around noon. The Center provides the main course. Please bring a larger side dish as the music group will be eating with us and there are around 15 singers plus our members.
Monday Aerobics at 9 a.m. Yoga at 9:45 Instructor: Nancy Stevens
Bob Ross Painting Workshop Take home a finished painting at the end of class!
Wednesday Zumba Gold at 9 a.m. Stretch & Tone at 9:45 Instructor: Alisa Hinds
Instructor: Janey Pembleton $25 members ÂŹ $30 nonmembers (includes supplies)
Friday Aerobics at 8:30 a.m. Yoga at 9:15 a.m. Instructor: Kandi Herring
Chair Class Monday through Thursday: 10:30 a.m. No fee for this class if you are a member Massage Licensed Massage Therapist: Kathy McFarlane By appointment, Members: $45 Nonmembers: $60 If you need to cancel your appointment, please do so within 24 hours or you will be charged the amount.
Line Dancing Beginners & experienced line dancers Fridays: 10:15 to 11:45 Dance Instructor: Cathy Smotherman Blood Pressure Check Fourth Tuesday, Nov. 26 at 10:30 a.m. Nurse: Paula Frost
Craft Studio Second Wednesday ÂŹ Nov. 13, 9 a.m. Quilling Class Third Wednesday, Nov. 20, 9 a.m. Instructor: Dot Carter
Quilting Bee First & third Wednesdays Nov. 6 and Nov. 20. 1-3 p.m. Thursday mornings: 9-10 a.m. Stained Glass Workshop Create and frame a stained glass window panel. Thursdays: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Instructor: Mike Jones Materials fee: $25 members or $30 nonmembers Per class fee: $5 members or $10 nonmembers
November selection: Third Tuesday, Nov. 19, 9 a.m. Bible Class Second and Fourth Tuesdays Nov. 12 and Nov. 26, 9:30 a.m. Facilitator: Rhonda Rose Geology Class Nov. 5, 9 a.m. Instructor: Art Reesman
FiftyForward Supportive Care Services Whether you are a caregiver looking for respite or need guidance on accessing services in the community, FiftyForward Supportive Care Services staff are here to help! Some of our services include: FiftyForward Care Team 615-743-3436 Providing older adults and caregivers access to services and peace of mind by caring professionals who are available 24/7. The Care Team can provide a professional assessment of your loved one’s needs, help in selecting and purchasing services such as in-home or residential care, on-going monitoring of care, accompanying customers to appointments, and other individualized tasks. FiftyForward Living at Home Care Management This no-cost program for low income older adults offers in
-home assessments to connect them with services that meet their specific needs (food, housing, transportation, health care, counseling, etc.). Davidson County: 615-743-3416 Williamson County: 615-376-4334 FiftyForward Adult Day Services 615-463-2266 Located in Green Hills, this social model licensed day program assists those with health and/or memory issues to participate in structured activities in a supportive and enriching environment. FiftyForward Conservatorship 615-743-3436 Called the “gold standard” by a local attorney, this program makes decisions when an older adult can no longer do so and has no one to help. Through court appointment, FiftyForward can serve as conservator of person and/or finances.
About FiftyForward Established in 1956, FiftyForward supports, champions and enhances life for those 50 and older. As a nonprofit operating seven lifelong learning centers –- two in Williamson and five in Davidson County -– FiftyForward offers educational, health and wellness, arts and volunteer programs to engage older adults. FiftyForward also provides comprehensive supportive services and access to resources including FiftyForward Adult Day Services, FiftyForward Fresh/Meals on Wheels as well as the FiftyForward Care Team offering care assessment and services for older adults. FiftyForward Travel offers adventures (regional and international) and the Senior Center for the Arts and The Larry Keeton Theatre, a subsidiary of FiftyForward, feature performing arts for all ages. Get social with us - friend us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Learn more about FiftyForward resources and volunteer opportunities by visiting: www.fiftyforward.org.
FiftyForward College Grove P.O. Box 223 College Grove, TN 37046
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