960 Heritage Way Brentwood, TN 37027 Phone: (615) 376-0102 Center Hours: 8:30a.m-3:30p.m
July 2019
Martin Member Bill Farmer I was born in West Palm Beach Florida. I went to a Catholic school and played football, basketball, and baseball in high school. After I graduated I joined the Navy in 1950. I went to bootcamp at the Great Lakes; took a train to San Francisco; and a ship to Japan and I was stationed at N.A.S at Atsugi. When I got there the Navy was working on forming a football team in Japan. They found out I use to play and was pretty good and invited me to try out. Two other guys and I tried out and we all three made the team. I played (Found in picture: Bill (left) His Grandson ,the mascot, (right) three games and got hurt on the fourth game. Needless to say, that was the end of my Navy football career. After one year in Japan, I went aboard the aircraft carrier Kersarge. Three of us from Atsugi went aboard to help on revamping their supply system. We serviced the aircraft that came in from Korea. I then went on to join the salvage team. This meant that when a plane crashed we would come in and crate the parts up and send them back to the United States. After Japan I was stationed at NAS North Island in San Diego. Five years after I got out of the Navy I got married in West Palm Beach to a pretty little girl from Maine, Mona. We were married five months after we met. We had two sons; Bill Jr. and Fred. Bill Jr. had two children Monica and Nicholas. I went into the Plumbing Supply business with my father. We ran the business for 34 years and then sold it to a larger company. I retired and played golf and my back went bad and I could not play golf anymore. My wife died five years ago. When my son and my daughter-in-law Vickie said “...let’s move to Nashville” I said “okay let’s go.” As I drove around Brentwood I kept seeing a sign that said “Senior Center.” I came by, and drove around and checked it out, but I did not go in. One day I thought to myself, “You need to do something. You need to get up and do something else.” So I came back. When I did, I came inside and I met Jessica; she was so nice. I joined and the first thing I did was play pool with the guys. They
Note from Our Director
Greetings! I can’t believe it’s been just over seven months since I joined the FiftyForward Martin Center. It has been such a joy getting to know all of you. I have met so many wonderful people with amazing stories and beautiful hearts. I love that this center is a second home to so many and provides many opportunities to stay active, laugh, and enjoy friends. We continue to work towards making sure we continue to provide programs and services that embody FiftyForward’s mission, vision, and core values including financial stability, making a difference in the lives of those who participate in centers and services, and embracing all races, genders, ages, cultures and perspectives to name a few. Each day’s goal is to support, champion and enhance life for those 50 and older. If you are not seeing the kind of programming you would like to participate in please join us at one of the Program Services Committee meetings. It is open to all and the next meeting is on Tuesday, July 9th at 10:30am. This is a great opportunity to share your ideas on what kinds of programs interest you and what kinds of programs you would attend. Thank you for your patience as we transition to the MyActive Center sign-up process and e-mail newsletters. This is a significant cost savings to the center and will allow us to allocate that money towards more programming. MyActive Center helps us to plan more effectively for events and provides an opportunity for you to see and participate in programs throughout all FiftyForward Centers. Change is not always easy and I am thankful for your presence and participation as we move forward as a wonderful FiftyForward Martin Center community. Your mind is a garden. Your thoughts are the seeds. You can grow flowers or you can grow weeds. Front Desk Volunteers Needed!
July Movies 1:00pm Friday 07.12 King’s Speech Friday 07.26
We are looking for volunteers for Tuesday morning, Wednesday afternoon or Thursday afternoon from 12:00-3:30pm.
Program Service Committee
If you are interested please contact Jessica at the front desk. (615).376.4330
If you are interested in weighing in on what programming takes place at The Martin Center, consider joining the Program Services Committee.
Book Club 10:30-11:30am Meets in the back lounge Tuesday July 9: Travels with Charlie by John Steinbeck Tuesday August 13: The Language of Women’s Friendship by Deborah Tannen Tuesday September 10: Dark Sacred Night by John Connelley Meet our book club to enjoy a conversation about our readings. 2
The Membership Committee is also looking for members interested in assisting with the development and implementation of activities to reach new membership and retain the current membership. Meeting Date Tuesday 07.09 10:30am-11:30am
July Events Monday 07.01: 4:00-6:00pm 4th of July Celebration Wednesday 07.03 1:00pm-3:00pm Beading Buddies Tuesday 07.09: 10:30am-11:30am Program Committee Meeting Tuesday 07.09: 4:00pm Happy Hour Mere Bulles Thursday 07.11: 11:30am-1:00pmWMC Lunch & Learn: What to Expect When You Go to the E.R. Friday 07.12: 1:00-3:30 Movie Day King’s Speech Saturday 07.13 Depart at 9:30am Amish Heritage Welcome Center & Museum Tuesday 07.16: 11:30am-1:00pm Potluck 1:15pm Bingo Thursday 07.18 11:30am-12:30pm Artist Brunch Friday 07.19 9:30am depart Tennessee State Museum Tour Monday 07.22 11:30-1:00pm Smart Women Financial Literacy Series: Financial Fraud (with lunch) Tuesday 07.23 4:00pm Happy Hour Drakes Wednesday 07.24 depart 9:30 Cheekwood Concert Pam Tillis Friday 07.26: 1:00pm -3:30pm Movie Day The Wife Thursday 07.25 4:00pm -6:00pm Music City Tea Tasting
Program Description Monday 07.01: 4:00p.m.-6:00p.m. 4th of July Celebration: Come celebrate the 4th of July with us on July 1! Menu: BBQ, Chips, Slaw, Baked beans Cookies & Ice cream Cost: $4.00 Sign-up at the front desk Saturday 07.13 (Depart 9:30)Amish Heritage Welcome Center and Museum Visit one of Tennessee's oldest Amish farms, now the Amish Heritage Farm Museum. Step back in time and tour inside an authentic Amish House and Dawdi Haus, Harness Shop, Hen house with animals, and a replica one room Amish school house. We also have an authentic Amish buggy that you can take pictures in! If you would like to learn more about Amish culture, this interesting and educational tour is for you! Also includes a free horse drawn wagon tour through the Amish countryside, with stops at several Amish farms. Cost: 26.00 (admission: 20.00/ bus: 6.00)
Thursday 07.18 (11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.) Artist Brunch Come hangout and connect with other artist and brunch! This brunch is open to all students, artist, instructors, card crusaders, and freelance artists. Please sign -up at the front desk. Bring a dish to share with six people. Friday 07.19 9:00 a.m. (depart) Tennessee State Museum Tour Join us for a field trip to the new Tennessee State Museum. It’s new location sits on the corner of Rosa L. Parks Blvd. and Jefferson Street at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. The first museum opened on the Nashville public square in 1817 by a portrait artist, Ralph E.W. Earl. The new Tennessee State Museum, encompassing 137,000 sq. ft. of administration and gallery space, opened to the public on October 4, 2018. Cost: $6.00 Wednesday 07.24 (depart) 9:30a.m. Cheekwood Concert Pam Tillis: Take a trip to Cheekwood and enjoy “Music for Seniors Concert” Singer songwriter, vocalist extraordinaire, Grammy Award-winning recording artist and Nashville luminary Pam Tillis and trio will perform in Massey Auditorium from 10:30am –11:30 am on Wednesday, July 24. Cost: 6.00 Thursday 07.25 4:00pm -6:00pm Music City Tea Tasting Join us for an evening of fun. We are gathering to taste and learn about tea and appetizers from China. Cost: $10.00 3
Men’s Breakfast: Table of Knowledge
A place to sit. A place to chat. A place to just pause and hang your hat. A place to eat and people you know. The Table of Knowledge where wisdom grows. No cost to join. Join our men for breakfast every other month. August: Thursday 08.08: 8:30am-9:30am October: Thursday 10.08: 8:30am-9:30am December: Thursday 12.12: 8:30am-9:30am
POND MAINTENANCE VOLUNTEER NEEDED! We are looking for someone with knowledge how to operate and maintain our beautiful pond in front of the center. If you would like to take on this fun project please let one of the staff know ASAP.
Healing through Massage A lot of people are scared of quiet. We are not taught to be okay with silent. I tell people “find something that centers you and grounds you, something that takes you somewhere else.” I think that is when we find the best in people. I look for the good things. I am looking for things to encourage them and motivate them. If they are looking to do something for selfcare I can help. That is why I got into massage, I have always liked working with people on themselves. I also believe touch is important. Touch is good for all ages. All the systems are affected. It effects mood, emotions, and interactions I am such an advocate for touch for seniors because of all the positive results. It is not just superficial. When I lay my hands on anybody it can take them anywhere; that is what is most comforting. When I work on people sometimes it is because of a physical problem and sometimes it is spirit driven. It never gets old. I am always in a different place and so is the person. I have traveled to different countries to learn different styles and techniques. I have been to India, Germany, and Peru. Peru was my favorite; there I worked on massage and energy with Quero healers. I bring those techniques back and share my experience and my walk through healing with my clients. 4
2019 Fifty Forward Trips July 2 Harrah’s Casino July 5-17 Nova Scotia Aug. 8 Tropicana Casino Aug. 25-31 Mackinac Island Sept. 5 Harrah’s Casino Sept. 9-12 Hannibal Oct. 5-13 Cape Cod Oct. 7-11 Panama Canal Oct. 21 Tropicana Casino Oct. 29-31 Mystery Tour Nov. 3-9 National Parks Dec. 10-12 Pigeon Forge Dec. 30-Jan. 4 Rose Parade
All of the following Games are provided for Martin members free of charge. Guests: $5.00 to visit an activity once. Poker Mondays at 10:30-3:00 Billiards Tuesdays 10:00-12:00 Martin Members Game Days Tuesday & Friday from 11:00 to 3:30 Bridge Wednesdays at 9:00-12:00 Bridge Afternoon Wednesdays 12:30– 3:30 Canasta Thursdays 9:30-3:00 Bring your lunch. Horseshoe Pit
2020 Apr. 3-9-Cherry Blossom Festival, Washington D.C. Apr. 28-May 6-Tulip River Cruise May 14-16-Billy Graham Museum June 8-11-Creation Museum and Ark Encounter
Artist Corner
Watercolor Exploration– Barbara Bays Tuesdays 10:00am-12:00pm We invite you to come explore and experiment with projects that are only limited by your imagination. These sessions are for those who want to continue to explore the art of watercolor. Beginners welcome. 6-week series—Cost: $50 for members and $100 for non-members. Oil Painting– Barbara Bays Thursdays 9:30am-12:30pm Join us for this four week session to learn new ideas, techniques and enjoy fellowship with friends. These sessions are designed for you to relax and explore your creative side and discover hidden talents in a delightful environment. Cost: $45 for members. $ 90 for Non members Beading Buddies– Barbara Bays
Wednesday 1:00pm-3:00pm
In this class we will create a necklace to celebrate arrival of spring. Many Colors to choose from. Come share ideas. If this class does not meet the minimum seat requirement, it will be cancelled with 24 hours advance notice. Min.: 8 seats available Max.: 10 seats Cost: $8.00
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POTLUCK NEWS We are thankful for your feedback and want to continue to improve our events throughout the center. We welcome Avenida to our Potluck on Tuesday July 16th and hope to see you there! Don’t forget to RSVP at the front desk!
Chocolate Trifle Ingredients 1 package chocolate fudge cake mix (regular size) 1 package (6 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix *Remember to bring a LARGE side 1/2 cup strong coffee dish to share (serving size six people). 1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed 2 candy bars of choice Directions 1. Bake Cake according to package directions. Cool. Prepare pudding according to package directions; set aside. 2. Crumble cake; reserve 1/2 cup. Place half of the remaining cake crumbs in the bottom of 4-1/2 or 5-qt. trifle dish or decorative glass bowl. 3. Layer with half of the coffee, half of the pudding, half of the whipped topCost: Bringing a dish $2.00 ping and half of the crushed candy Not bringing a dish or non-member $5.00 bars. Repeat the layers of cake, coffee, pudding and whipped topping. 4. Combine remaining crushed candy bars; sprinkle over top. Refrigerate 4 Bingo immediately following. Beginning promptly at 1:15pm *Must bring a 5.00 gift -5 hours before serving.
Please call the front desk to RSVP and select what type of dish to share. Please pay at the front desk.
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Fitness Fanatics
Mondays 9:15 –10:15 Mat Pilates & Core Stability $5.00 Pilates improves flexibility, builds strength, balance, while developing control and endurance in the entire body. Tuesdays • 8:30am Weight Watchers Meetings are held here at the Martin Center. Center members with I.D. pay $30 joining fee week one (unless there is a joining special). Martin Center members with I.D. receive $2.00 off the weekly fee. • 1:15-2:00 Martin Movers Free; $5.00 non-members The class will taught by our office manager Jessica. Classes will still meet on Tuesdays at 1:15 except for the third Tuesday due to potluck. Prior to working at the Martin Center, Jessica was a Fitness Director, Personal trainer, and group exercise instructor specializing in individuals over 50 years old. Participants that are interested in coming to Jessica’s class should expect to work on balance, strength, flexibility, as well as learn some exercises that can be done at home. Wednesdays 9:15—10:15 Total Fitness Class $5.00; Non-Members 10.00 Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, flexibility, range of movement, balance and activities for daily living. Hand-held weights, chair, and mats are used. Thursdays 9:00-10:00 Tai Chi Members $10 single class $40 for 4 classes;$80 for non-members Tai Chi quiets minds, helps with breathing deeper, and improves balance. Cost: $40 for 4 classes for members; $80 for non-members. Non-members please sign in and pay at the front desk. 10:15-11:15 Yoga and Chair Yoga Members $11 single class; non-members $22 Foundation for all bodies to gain strength and flexibility as well as to calm and clear minds. Fridays 9:30 Stretch and Flex Exercise Class This exercise class focuses on flexibility and balance. 7
Free; non-members $5
The Aging Mastery Program® (AMP) encourages mastery— developing behaviors across many dimensions that will lead to improved health, stronger financial security, and overall well-being. By participating in this program, you will: • • •
Make and maintain small but impactful changes in your health behaviors, financial wellbeing, and enrichment in later life. Get REAL incentives and rewards for taking small steps that can improve your well -being. Meet new friends, provide support and encouragement to your peers, and become more involved in your community.
Registration for AMP® classes is limited, please sign up at any one of the following FiftyForward lifelong learning centers. There is no fee to attend the AMP® programs for FiftyForward center members; nonmembers pay $60 for the series of classes. The schedule for Aging Master Program® and (hosting center phone number) below: • • • •
June 3-Aug. 5; 10-11:30 a.m. (Mondays) FiftyForward Bordeaux, 615-248-2272 June 4-July 30; 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Tuesdays) FiftyForward Knowles, 615-7433433 June 25-Aug. 27; 2-3:30 p.m. (Tuesdays) FiftyForward Donelson Station, 615-8838375 June 24-Aug. 26; 10-11:30 a.m. (Mondays) FiftyForward Madison Station, 615-860-
*TRIPS AND EVENTS POLICIES* To ensure members have adequate opportunity to attend trips and events and that staff time and center resources are properly utilized, the following polices must be followed: • All trips require a minimum of five people. Trips not meeting the minimum number will be cancelled 24 hours in advance and credit will be given to those already signed up. • When you sign up for a trip or presentation/event, you are making a commitment to this activity and are responsible for putting it on your calendar and showing up on time. • If you cancel 24 hours before a trip occurs, you will receive a credit toward another trip. • NEW POLICY: CREDITS PRIOR TO 2019 WILL ONLY BE VALID UNTIL DECEMBER 31, 2019. • A ticketed trip/event will not be refunded or credited unless someone takes your place from the waiting list or by someone you recruit. • Cancelling or not showing up for three or more trips within a month will result in being placed on a waiting list the following month for all trips. • Please note the bus departure time and arrive on time. Drivers will not wait! • There are no cash refunds for any trips/events. 8
Get Involved With Us 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 3rd Wednesday from 10am—3:30pm 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!
Have a Few Questions? Feel free to contact us at: Martin Center Staff Center Director Jodi Theobald 615-376-4333 Assistant Center Director Brittany Campagna bcampagna@ fiftyforward.org
615-376-4331 Office Manager Jessica Leonard Bandy MartinOfficeManager@fiftyforward.org
615-376-4330 Living At Home FiftyForward Williamson County Staff Jane Bradley jbradley@fiftyforward.org 615-376-4334 F.L.I.P. Coordinator Shannon Freeman sfreeman@fiftyforward.org 615-376-4332
Whether you are a care giver looking for respite or need guidance on accessing services in the community, FiftyForward Supportive Care Services are here to help! Some of our services include: 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 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 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. 9
NON PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 229 FRANKLIN, TN
Martin Center 960 Heritage Way Brentwood, TN 37027 Return Service Requested
Our Mission: FiftyFoward supports, champions and enhances life for those 50 and older.
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