NSC Newsletter - February 2023

Center Staff

NEWARK SENIOR CENTER

The Newark Senior Center enhances the lives of the 50+ community by providing resources and opportunities for growth in body, mind and spirit.

200 White Chapel Drive • Newark, DE 19713

Phone: (302) 737-2336 Fax: (302) 737-2636

E-mail: nsc@newarkseniorcenter.com

Website: www.newarkseniorcenter.com

Main Center Hours:

Monday - Friday 7:30am - 3:00pm

Reception Desk Hours:

Monday - Friday 9:00am - 3:00pm

Membership Dues: $33/Year or $300/Lifetime

We accept cash, check, & all major credit cards for memberships, trips, & classes.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Dear Friends,

One of our members has said that the Newark Senior Center is like a hospital that treats loneliness. He is a regular in several of our card groups and really values the time he is able to spend at the Center with friends.

During the past three years many people have experienced loneliness and isolation on a whole new level. It is important to keep in mind that lonely or socially isolated people are more likely to be sick; loneliness is a bigger public health threat than obesity. Fortunately, our community provides many opportunities to fight loneliness. Most important - start with a plan. Take a look at the newsletter to plan activities throughout the week. I strongly believe that everyone needs a reason to get up and get dressed each day! Keeping your “loungewear” on all day should be a luxury, not a habit.

Consider coming to the Center and joining us for lunch. After a long hiatus, the menu is now being printed in the monthly newsletter on page 46. We have a wonderful kitchen staff offering a hot entrée, freshly made soups, and made to order sandwiches. There are many activities scheduled each day to offer physical activity, mental stimulation and socialization. We also have a library – join in on a challenging puzzle, borrow a book or magazine or use the computers. These all provide opportunities to connect with others.

Yojani and Chef Joey also work together to plan our socials. Please take a look at the Save the Date calendar on page 4. They do a great job with a special meal and entertainment. Another great opportunity to plan to join friends or make new ones.

Anika, our Social Services Director, coordinates our support groups. For many, support group may be an uncomfortable term – possibly think of it as a discussion group with a purpose. Gathering with peers in a comfortable place can provide immeasurable benefits.

We see new members each week at the Center. Please make them feel welcome, introduce yourself or invite them to join in an activity. We also have many longtime members – I invite you to try something new, broaden your horizons. One of my favorite times of the week is hearing the laughter coming out of the shuffleboard room. It really is wonderful to hear the joy that the company of others brings to the lives or our members.

Correction – The phone number for the Delaware General Assembly questions or concerns should be 302-744-4351.

Please Note

We are transitioning to a new database & software system. If you are expecting an email from NSC & you do not see it in your inbox, please check your junk and spam folders. If you still do not see it, please contact the office. Thank you.

MEMBER INFORMATION

Important information about how to pre-register for NSC's programs & classes online

AS WE TRANSITION TO A NEW SOFTWARE SYSTEM & ONLINE PLATFORM, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL FOR UPDATED INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO LOG ON TO OUR NEW SYSTEM

Additional instructions available at www.newarkseniorcenter.com

Registration is also available at the Reception Desk and by calling 302-737-2336.

DISCUSS STATE ISSUES: 24TH DISTRICT

Friday, February 3rd 9am - 10am Representative, Ed Osienski will be available at the NSC for an open discussion of issues.

Save the Dates

February 19th - Empty Bowls

April 27th, 28th & 29th - Spring Flea Market

NSC TRANSPORTATION

Bus service available Monday - Friday

Cost: $2/day

In order to meet social distancing and contact tracing requirements, we are implementing the following procedures to the NSC Transportation Program:

• Participants who would like to use the Newark Senior Center transportation system must register for a ride at least 24 hours in advance.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President: Jane Donovan

Vice President: Mae Gaskins

Treasurer: Joyce Hayes

Secretary: Leann Moore

• Registration is available online at www.newarkseniorcenter.com, by phone at 302-737-2336 or in person at the Reception Desk. Do not leave a voice message for a bus reservation or a cancellation.

• Payment ($2/day) must be made at the time of the reservation. NSC accepts major credit cards, cash or check (in person).

Joan Bliss

Patricia Fogg

John Kalmer

Frank Dowling

Laura Greene

Scott Martin

Ed Osienski Peg Saenger

Ju Young Shin

Carol Smith

Jason Thompson E. Frances White

Newark Senior Center Board of Directors is composed of up to 18 members of our community. Meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of every month (except July & August) at 5:30pm. Anyone is welcome to attend as a guest.

• Cancellations must be made by 2pm the day before your ride in order to receive a credit.

REMINDER FOR NSC BUS RIDERS

In order to receive credit for cancelling a NSC Bus Ride, you must speak with an NSC Staff member before 2pm the day before the ride you wish to cancel. CREDITS WILL NOT BE ISSUED FOR MISSED RIDES OR RIDES CANCELLED AFTER 2PM THE DAY BEFORE. VOICEMAILS DO NOT COUNT.

Research shows we can reduce dementia rates

worldwide by 35% by modifying our lifestyles

Wellness is key to mental fitness

Body – Eat Smart, Move It!, Get enough sleep. Live with your Brain in Mind.

Mind – Sharpen Skills, Strategize, Stretch Your Mind

Spirit – Believe in Yourself, Keep Emotional Balance, Socialize!

If it’s good for your heart – it is good for your brain.

The most important ways to reduce risk factors for dementia in midlife to address hearing loss, quit smoking and remain socially engaged.

Winter Weather

During the winter months we do our best to keep NSC open and accessible to our members. Please use your best judgement when deciding whether to come to the Center.

When the Center does close, or there is a change to the programming, you can find information at:

• www.newarkseniorcenter.com,

• NSC's Facebook page,

• calling the Center at 302-737-2336

You can also sign up for email or text alerts on our website.

DONATIONS

Please thank our donors for their support of the Center

SUSTAINING DONORS

A Special Thank You to:

Charlie and Diane Baxter, Jo Anne Barnes, Bill and Joan Bliss, Mary Brevoort, Bob and MaryAnn Brown, Ric and Linda Debski, Jane and Dewey Donovan, Mary Pat Elmlinger

Ginny Ferguson, Larry & Bertie Galpin, Richard & Mae Gaskins, George Grundy, James and Carla Grygiel, Joyce Hayes, Timothy Lennon, Elaine Levey, Pearl Liu, June McCoy

Leann Moore

Ed Osienski, Joan Rhyner

Richard and Peggy Sacher, William and Ethel Scheper, Bruce Schirm, Mike Siwek, John Suchanec, Linda Tarnowski

Timothy’s of Newark, Albert Ware

Frances White, Laura Wisk, K. Jean Williams, Julia Zecca, who donates to the Center on a regular basis.

Thank you to the following generous individuals who contributed between December 2, 2022 and January 5, 2023

In Support of Meeting of Minds in Honor of Nancy Zebley and William Denney

Diane Zebley

In Support of Meals on Wheels

Gregory Simmons, Louis Drummeter, Mr. and Mrs. Len Ferris, Ellen Lebowitz

In Honor of Harold Hambleton

Linda Wheeler

In Honor of Peg and Peter Saenger

John Kalmer

In Memory of Tam and Nhu-Huong Le

Nhu-Ha Le

In Memory of Andrew Desmond

Mary Ellen Powers

In Memory of Anthony Forese

Donald Connelly

In Memory of Elaine Markell

Carole Evancho

In Memory of Joann Lambert

Shelly Notigan

In Memory of Irma Stevens

Sin-Tung Chiu

In Memory of Tom McDevitt

James Stevenson, Joseph Staudenmayer, Dianne Sayers

In Memory of Shirley Anderson

Linda Wheeler

Thank you to the following individuals who contributed to the Annual Appeal between December 2, 2022 and January 5, 2023

Mr. Eldon Hamrick, Ms. Gretchen Walker, Mr. Augustus Cileone, Ms. Barbara Harris, Mrs. Patricia Rosemary, Mr. Patrick And Ms. Frances Hart, Ms. Pamela Lack, Ms. Anna Ciulla, Ms. Carol And Ms. Gwynn Lyell, Richard Handloff, James Kaiser, Mr. John And Ms. Frances Novak, Ms. Clare And Mr. Edward Garrison, Ms. Joan Lynn Pordham, Ms. Charlotte And Mr. Jay Gochnour, Ms. Cheryl And Mr. John Dempsey, Ms. Barbara Lee, Mr. R. Monaghan, Mr. Daniel And Ms. Deborah Kiser, Mr. Joseph And Ms. Cheryl Mattern, Charlotte Baker, Ms. Joanne Reeves, Ms. Josephine Cassidy, Elizabeth Reigle, Ms. Marie Alvarez, Mr. Charles Jackson, Ms. Jeanne And Mr. Donald Poole, Mrs. Judith And Mr. Bob Taggart, Mr. Gerard Valastro, Ms. Joan Rosman, Leslie Hague, Ms. Mary Alberici, Ms. Janet Freund, Ms. Aline And Mr. William Thorme, Ms. Sally Marshall, Ms. Christine Maucher, Ms. Marjorie Chin, Mr. Salvatore Santangelo, Ms. Arline Gulli, Mrs. Betty Clayton, Mrs. Hilda And Mr. Robert Burton, Mr. James And Ms. Carol Morgan, Mr. James Millan, Ms. Dolores Thackrah, Mr. Robert Worrell, Benjamin Berk, Mr. Tom Nesci, Ms. Denise Schwartz, Connie Barlow, Ms. Marianne Green, Ms. Claire Sylves, Mr. John Quintus, Ms. Marcie Knox, Ms. Joyce Beste, Mr. D Hugh And Ms. Joan Ferguson, Ms. Elizabeth Feldman, Roland Sharp, Mr. Michael And Ms. Connie Cox, Mr. Neal And Ms. Shirley Lerner, Ms. Patricia Orendorf, Mr. Hugo And Mrs. Rebeccah Neu, Ms. Audrey Donovan, Ms. Virginia Crane, Dr. Veronica Rempusheski, Ms. Audrey Mckee, Ms. Betty Hastings, Ms. Karen Skurla, Ms. Dolores Fallon, Ms. Teresa Wells, Ms. Susan Campbell, Ms. Barbara Murphy, Ms. Margaret Tarpine, Edwin Mulford, Mr. Harvey Fisher, Mrs. Lucille Berni, Ms. Mary Carroll, Ms. Rosemary Allen, Mr. Robert Benson, Dr. William Lloyd, Ms. Doris Freebery, Mr. Kenneth Maclary, William Dierks, Mr. Roy Heget, Mr. Roy Lopata And Ms. Patricia Fogg, Ms. Susan Brynteson, Mr. Kenneth And Ms. Phyllis Speicher, Ms. Margaret Saenger, Ms. Merrily Schiavone, Miss Gwendolyn Knotts, Mr. Ronald And Ms. Marianne Cahill, Ms. Barbara Andrews, John Agovino, Mr. Raymond And Ms. Debbie Tolson, Ms. Helen Johnson, Mr. John And Ms. Tammy Fenimore, Mrs. Susan Gays, Ms. Carolyn And Mr. Francis Fierro, Ms. Margaret Fralinger, Ms. Lois Lucas, Mr. Robert Black, Jr. And Ms. Nancy Black, Ms. Bernice Walls, Ms. Mary Mench, Ms. Joan Moore, Mr. William (Bill) Risley, Ms. Eileen Steele, Ms. Elizabeth Murphy, Mrs. Elizabeth Patterson, Ms. Jean Pasapane, Ms. Judith Campbell, Ms. Eileen Sparling, Ms. Beth Silver, Gloria Anderson, Ms. Joan Pierce, Ms. Jean Whaley, Ms. Elaine Stoudt, Ms. Zynobia Tatum, Ms. Gail And Mr. Joseph Griskowitz, Ms. Jane Dey, Ms. Carol Westmoreland, Mr. Lou And Ms. Susan Tretta, Ms. Sandra Parkins, Ms. Georgianna And Mr. John Kriskie, Kevin Winter, Ms. Alice And Mr. Robert Beardsley, Ms. Edna Amoroso, Ms. Mary Broome, Ms. Margaret Davis, Ms. A. Maloney, Ms. Blanca And Mr. George Caldwell, Ms. Carolyn Vincent, Ms. Joan Aneda-Llera, Ben Berk, Ms. Katharine Meakin, Mr. Ronald Pierce, Ross Wilcox, Mr. David Rudisill, Ms. Mary Brevoort, Mrs. Diane And Mr. Charles Baxter, Ms. Jacqulyne Carter, Ms. Mary Lou Roberts, Mary Ann And Mr. Robert Brown, Mrs. Betty Moseley, Ms. Renee Roberts, Alice Roberts, Ms. Catherine Lee, Ms. Margaret Phillips, Mrs. Ellen Pringle, Mr. Paul Fleming, Ms. Birgit And Mr. Kjeld Krag-Jenseen, Ms. Eleanor Billiat, Ms. Carmaleto And Mr. James Terrell, continued on next page

Mr. Alfred And Ms. Susan Plitt, Ms. Rebecca Manley, Mrs. Doris Saline, Ms. Geraldine Dijacoma, Mr. Joseph And Ms. Patricia Stracka, Ms. Lesma Jones, Mr. Edward And Ms. Connie Olivere, Ms. Patricia Hessey, Ms. Pamela Worrall, Ms. Susan Taylor, Ms. Stephanie And Ms. Mary Ann Bobik, Mr. William And Ms. Kathleen Naccarato, Ms. Joyce Hayes, Mr. John And Mrs. Reid Suchanec, Mrs. Ethel And Mr. William Scheper, Mr. James Glanden, Elaine Decolli, Mrs. Carla Grygiel, Mr. Hugh Fischer, Ms. Jeri Frey, Agnes Brown, Ms. Gladys Mccarthy, Ms. Mary Ferrero, Donald Willis, Ms. Elizabeth Snyder, Karen Sowa, Ms. Margaret Quillen, Ms. Elizabeth Simon, Ms. Claire Bailey, Ms. Sandra Gilbert, Ms. Linda Hopson, Ms. Barbara And Mr. Lee Gray, Ms. Cynthia Genau, Mr. Douglas And Ms. Margaret Irish, Mr. Francis Hughes, Ms. Dottie And Mr. John Evans, Bob Luff, Mr. Robert Schoch, Barbara Hanczyc, Ms. Carol Tran, Donald Robertson, Ms. Ellen Lebowitz, Mrs. Helga Walters, Mr. James And Ms. Darlene Moore, Ms. Luba Clevenger, Ms. Judy Pendleton, John Campbell, Isabel Sinclair, Ms. Judie Alwine, Mrs. Carla Grygiel, Mr. Robert (Bob) Schirmer, Mrs. Collene Hudson, Anonymous

Donation, Mr. Russell And Ms. Sylvia Brooks, Ms. Janet Spina, Eileen Hall, Theresa Jelenek, John And Mrs. Linda Osoinach, Mrs. Joan March, Mr. Thomas And Ms. Donna Williams, Ms. Dorothy King, Ms. Denise And Mr. Douglas Vanderoef, Frank Dowling, Dr. Ju Shin, Mr. W. Don Simmons, Mrs. Eileen Matarese, Mr. Harold Prettyman, Ms. Barbara O'Meara, Ms. Joan Mcmanus, Ms. Deborah Arnold, Ms. Angelina Turochy, Ms. Toni Distefano, Toshi Cooper, Ms. Patricia Scout, Mr. Lewis Slicer Jr., Ms. Jill Hogan, Ms. Alice And Mr. James Hirvonen, Ms. Carol Brown, Ms. Anita Wellner, Ms. Janet King, Mr. Timothy Lennon, Mr. Douglas And Ms. Kathy Gibney, Mr. Larry Shomper, Connie Cecil, Mr. Barry And Ms. Judy Baker, Ms. Patricia Norris, Mr. George Crum, Mary Ann And Mr. Robert Brown, Margaret Clark, Ms. Susan And Mr. Freeman Williams, Ms. Patsy Tucker, Shirley Kirk, Ms. Marcella Lavelle, William Waggaman, Barry Bogart, Ms. Patricia Bodan, Mr. Edward Sheehan, Ms. Patricia Hagan, Ms. Janice Behm, Mrs. Nancy Balogh, Ms. Kathleen Policastro, Ms. Myrt Davies, Mrs. Jane And Mr. Stuart Donovan, , Mr. Brian And Mrs. Joy Read, Ms. Shirley Cleaves, Ms. Joan Mcmullen, Nancy Schlott, Mr. Jack Hendricks, Ms. Joanne Elwood, Mrs. Susan Dubb, Ms. Diane And Mr. Alan Silverman, Ms. Doris Kennedy, Ms. Leigh Kelly, Mr. John Reddington, Ms. Susan Davi, Mr. Daniel And Nancy Rich, Ms. Regina Murray, Ms. Frances Zelluk, Ms. Carole Seifred, Patricia Schulze, Ms. Barbara Witcher, Thomas Carper, Frank Savin, Mr. John Kalmer, Mr. Olen And Mrs. Sandra Boyce, Ms. Nancy Rauch, Ms. Barbara Mobley, Ms. Cecile Roth, Ms. Mary Spittel, Mr. Douglas Lea, Mr. Edward Broadbent, Ms. Barbara Thorme And Mr. Barry Williams, Miss Bea Greenhill, Ms. Elsie Pelly, Ms. Lauren Stayton, Ms. Rosaria Lind, Rich Shaw, Ms. Nancy Ross, Ms. Mary Lou And Stoney Bishop, Ms. Valerie Rabian, Paul Evenson, Joe Farina, Maddy Lang, Ms. Pat Szwed, Mr. Timothy Lennon, Mr. Mark Sisk, Mr. Joseph Brady, Mrs. Patricia And J. Robert Williams, Ms. Mary Cleary, Ms. Melissa Zebley, Ms. Sharon Hudson, Mrs. Deborah Thomas, Mr. Albert O'Neal, Ms. Judy Jamison, Ms. Vera Gladney, Ms. Carol And Mr. Richard Antoff, Michael Quig, Arthur Halprin, Ms. Teresa Mckeown, Ms. Ellen Laucius, Ms. Kathyrn And Mr. John Kemp, Ms. Joan Walker, Ms. Priscillia Onizuk, Ms. Esther Boone, Ms. Gloria And Mr. Robert Leedle, Ms. Sandra And Mr. Joseph Bond, Ms. Saturina Feliciano, Mrs. Diane And Mr. Charles Baxter

COLD & FLU SEASON IS HERE

• Please stay home if you are exhibiting any symptoms of a respiratory infection, including: fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, severe sore throat, loss of taste or smell, or muscle aches.

• Please wash hands regularly and thoroughly.

Lets all do our part to keep ourselves and eachother healthy!

IMPORTANT NEWSLETTER INFORMATION

All March Newsle�er submissions must be received by:February 1st at 12noon

You can leave submissions with Margaret Fraser, Secretary, or email them to krivera@newarkseniorcenter.com

Beginning with our December 2022 Newsle�er, we will be mailing our newsle�er directly from the Publisher. Please be pa�ent as we make with this transi�on.

All new trips/classes/programs will be available for registration starting on the first of the month.

SHOP AMAZON & SUPPORT THE NSC

Please consider using Amazon smile and choosing the Newark Senior Center as your charity of choice. Amazon will donate .5% to the charity of your choice. https://smile.amazon.com

HOPE DINING ROOM

SOUP KITCHEN

Are you or a friend in need of a good meal? If so come to Hope Dining Room, Monday through Friday from noon - 1:00. For nearly 40 years, Hope Dining Room has been offering free lunches to those in need at Kingswood United Methodist Church, 300 Marrows Road. More than 20 Newark area faith and community groups volunteer to prepare and serve hot sit down lunches. Anyone who needs a meal is welcome. New serving groups and volunteers are also needed. For more information visit us on Facebook or https://HopeDiningRoom.com or call 302-369-1551

AARP TAX PREPARATION

Fridays, starting February 3rd 8:00am - 12noon

AARP will again provide free in-person tax preparation for uncomplicated returns on Friday mornings starting on February 3 from 8:00 until noon.

It will be on a "first come first served" basis. There will be NO phone-in appointments. Sign-up sheets will be posted at the main entrance (through the awning in the back of the building) at the front door THE MORNING OF the tax preparation day.

TAXPAYERS MUST BRING THE FOLLOWING: Personal Documentation

• Last year’s tax return • Social Security cards

• Photo I.D. • Checkbook or savings account informa�on if you want to direct deposit any refund.

If you have these income related documents

• W-2 from each employer • Unemployment compensa�on statements • SSA-1099 Form showing the total Social Security benefits paid to you for the year. • 1099 Form(s) repor�ng interest (1099-INT), dividends (1099-DIV), and proceeds from stock transac�ons (1099-B) • 1099-R Form(s) if you received a pension, annuity, or IRA distribu�on 1099-MISC Form(s) (and related business costs, if any) • W-2G forms for gambling winnings • State or local income tax refunds

COMMUNITY NEWS

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT: BROOKSIDE LIONS CLUB

Are you in need of medical equipment and don’t know where to get it? The Brookside Lions Club has the following equipment to give you to use until you don’t need it anymore: Wheelchairs, Canes, Crutches, Camodes, Raised Toilet Seats, Walkers, Shower chairs, and Bath tub side rails. Please call Fred Williamson (302)738-4724 and he will make sure you get what you need.

HEARING LOOP NOW AVAILABLE AT THE NSC. Please check with your hearing specialist to see if your hearing aid is equipped with an enabled t-coil. The hearing loop sends pure clear sound directly from the sound system to your hearing aid. The hearing loop is available in the center section of the Evergreen room and in Classroom 1.

DELAWARE MINERALOGICAL SOCIETY

59TH ANNUAL EARTH SCIENCE GEM & MINERAL SHOW

Saturday, March 4th 10am - 5pm

Sunday, March 5th 11am - 5pm

DoubleTree by Hilton, 4727 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803

FEATURES

• Interesting and educational exhibits of mineral, lapidary and fossil specimens

• Outstanding dealers of minerals, fossils, gems, jewelry and lapidary supplies.

• Quality specimen raffles

• Children’s booth where youngsters may purchase inexpensive minerals, fossils

Tickets available at the door: - Seniors (60+) $5, Adults (18 - 59) $6 ($5 with coupon), Juniors (12 – 17) $3, Scouts in Uniform & Children under 12 Free when accompanied by a paying adult.

Info and Discount coupons: www.DMSrocks.org

COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUPS

PARKINSON SUPPORT GROUP FOR PATIENT AND CAREGIVER

3rd Monday of the month, 5:00pm Shipley Manor (302) 479-0111

DEMENTIA CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

Presented by Alzheimer's AssociationDE Valley

2nd Thursday of the month, 6:30pm

Unity Lutheran Church, 2101 Lancaster Ave, Wilmington

NEWARK COIN CLUB

2nd Monday of every month 6:00 - 9:00pm open to the public for more information, please contact Al: 302-388-9056

Shop the Shoppe

Monday - Friday 10:00am - 1:00pm

The Gift Shoppe is open for B&B (Browsing and Buying)! We are replenishing our shelves after a very successful Christmas Season, and have a variety of new items for just about every nook & cranny in your house! Please stop in and say Hello!

Thanks to the efforts of many, Gift Shoppe sales for 2022 totaled $17,048, of which $3,410 (20%) was donated to NSC. This could not be accomplished without dedicated volunteers, creative crafters & loyal customers! Thanks to all of you!

Consignment Day: 1st Tuesday of every month 9:30am - 12:00noon

MEETING OF MINDS

A Guided Group Experience for those with early stages of dementia or memory loss

Mondays - Fridays: 10:00am - 2:00pm

An active, social and educational program for adults who are in the early stages of dementia, Alzheimer’s or any other cognitive impairments. Caregivers receive some respite time, knowing that their loved ones are in a positive & safe environment.

Cost: $32/day

(billed at the end of the month)

INCLUDES: Lunch & Materials

Please inquire

about

For more information please contact Laura Greene 737-2336 ext 124 or lgreene@newarkseniorcenter.com

SWANK MEMORY CARE CENTER

Delaware’s 1st and only comprehensive outpatient office for patients with memory disorders and their families - specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of memory disorders. The Swank Memory Care Center offers their patients and families the essential support, education, and guidance from diagnosis through treatment.

Kate's Fitness Korner

by Kate Boe ger, NSC Fitness Center Manager

As we age, our caloric needs decrease but have an increased need of nutrients and vitamins compared to younger adults. This is due to less physical activity, metabolism changes and loss of muscle and bone mass. Here are some special considerations you should take in account when planning your next shopping trip!

Eating more fruits, vegetables, whole grains and dairy on a daily basis improves diet quality as it includes a ton of naturally occurring nutrients and vitamins. For example, oranges have tons of Vitamin C to help build your immunity and milk has calcium to keep your bones nice and strong!

Most older adults don’t eat the required amount of protein during the day, especially adults over the age of 71. Eating protein can help prevent the loss of lean muscle mass and keep your body weight stable. Good sources of protein include lean (90/10 or 93/7) ground beef and turkey, chicken and seafood as well as peanut butter, protein shakes and eggs.

The ability to absorb vitamin B12 can decrease with age and use of certain medicines. Decreased levels of B12 can lead to fatigue, weak muscles, weight loss and irritability. To increase B12 absorption, make sure you eat fortified breakfast cereals, red meats, eggs, and fatty fish!

If you have any questions or would like a healthy recipe or two, stop by the fitness center and check out the recipe of the week!

THE ARTS

ART WORKSHOPS BY CYNTHIA SWANSON

Fridays, 9:30am - 12noon OR 12:30 - 3pm

Registration is mandatory (no walk-ins) and required 48 hours in advance . Bring your own supplies, questions about supplies will be discussed at the first class or call Cynthia at (302)290-9244. NSC Members Only.

FEBRUARY: MONOCHROMATIC PAINTING

February 3rd - 24th Cost: $44 (4 sessions) Paint in one color to observe values. This lesson will be in two parts: one mono painting and one regular color painting of the same subject.

MARCH: FLYING BIRDS

March 3rd - 31st Cost: $55 (5 sessions) Learn about painting birds from another perspective.

WATERCOLORS WITH BRUCE SIMMONS for in-person workshops, the instructor is asking participants to be vaccinated & wear a mask, as well as bring a smart phone or tablet capable of utilizing Zoom. A list of materials is available from NSC or directly from Bruce: Bruce.Simmons@Ranchero.com

INTERMEDIATE (avail in person or via Zoom)

Tuesdays, February 7th & 28th, March 14th & 28th, April 11th & May 2nd 5:30pm-7:30pm

For those who want to continue building capability & have previously attended at least 1 Beginner Watercolor Workshops Subject matter will principally be of the individual’s choosing. Ad hoc demos will be more aligned with individual needs. The intent is that this intermediate workshop will both support the participant’s artistic interests & develop his/her skills.

Member Cost: $5, Non-member Cost: $15.

PLARN MAKING

2nd & 4th Wednesday of Every Month 10am

Help us turn plastic bags into PLastic yaRN (PLARN). For more information about the Bags2Mats for homeless program, please call 302-255-9746 or email Guadalupe.Murphy@delaware.gov

ADULT COLORING GROUP

Wednesdays 12:30pm

No Cost - donations welcome

Bring your own supplies & color with friends!

QUILTING GROUP

1st &3rd Monday of Every Month 10am

This social group welcomes members to work on their own quilting projects, swap quilting knowledge and share ideas. No Cost.

SIT N STITCH

2nd & 4th Wednesdays 10:00am

Group's emphasis is on producing donations to various community groups. Members are welcome to work on their own projects, share pattern ideas, or attend to learn new skills. We are currently accepting full skeins of yarn and cotton/ quilting-type fabrics, flannel and fleece only. Please save all other sewing/crafting items until donations for a future flea market. Thank you. No Cost .

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

VOLUNTEER DELAWARE 50+

NSC is a Volunteer DE 50+ station, if you are interested in becoming a member contact Yojani Carvajal-Ayala: 737-2336 ext. 129 or yojani@newarkseniorcenter.com. More info: 302-255-9690

NSC MONTHLY NEWSLETTER DISTRIBUTION

Please contact Merrily Schiavone at maschiavo@verizon.net for more information.

LUNCHTIME CASHIER

We are searching for volunteers to cashier on a regular or substitute basis. Monday - Friday: 11:30AM-1PM. Training provided. For more information contact Chef Joey: 737-2336 ext. 117 or jberenato@newarkseniorcenter.com.

MEALS ON WHEELS DELIVERY

We are looking for regular or substitute drivers for several routes in the greater Newark area! Meals are delivered Monday through Friday and can be picked up between 10:30am-11am. Each route takes about an hour of your time. YOU can become a Meals on Wheels volunteer if you have a valid license, insured vehicle, and pass a background check. NSC delivers an average of 150 hot meals each day plus bagged suppers to homebound clients in the greater Newark area. YOU can help seniors continue to live independently in the community by delivering a healthy meal and friendly smile. Please, contact Stefanie Thomas for more information: 737-5747. Training is provided. Background check required.

GIFT SHOPPE VOLUNTEER

Volunteers handle sales of handmade consigned items. Volunteers are asked to work once or twice a month, 10 - 1. Stop in the shoppe to leave your name and number! Training provided.

MEETING OF MINDS PROGRAM VOLUNTEERS

We are looking for individuals to assist in our Meeting of Minds Program. Volunteers are asked to commit to 1 weekday/week from 9:30AM-2:15PM. As a volunteer for Meeting of Minds you can be a cheerleader, companion, and advocate! Volunteer responsibilities include assisting members with activities, creating a relaxing environment, and lunch set-up. For more information contact Yojani Carvajal-Ayala: 737-2336 ext. 129 or yojani@newarkseniorcenter.com. Training is provided. Background check required.

RECEPTION DESK

We are seeking upbeat individuals with experience with computers and customer service to work at the NSC Reception Desk! Volunteers are asked to commit to a minimum of one shift every other week. Shifts are weekdays from 9AM–12:30PM or 12:30PM–4PM. Volunteers are responsible for giving tours of the Center, answering the phones, and using the computer to register people for memberships, activities, and classes. Please, contact Yojani Carvajal-Ayala: 737-2336 ext. 129 or yojani@newarkseniorcenter.com. Training is provided.

“The unselfish effort to bring cheer to others will be the beginning of a happier life for ourselves.” — Helen Keller

Sealers & Repair

Coal tar • Emulsion • Water-base • Oil • Crack Repair • Hand-Applied or Sprayed

(302) 279-6830

Sealing • Coating • Repairs • Patching Sidewalks • Patios • All Surfaces

HAM GRANT Home Repairs

We are locally owned and operated. All prices are up front, fully estimated, not guesstimates. We do all general contracting and home repairs. No job too big or too small

REASONABLE, RELIABLE, AND RESPECTABLE SERVICE

10% OFF Driveway Sealing expires 2/28/23

NSC WISH LIST

Gift Cards to:

• BJs • ShopRite

• Lowes or Home Depot

• (Snack-sized) chips, pretzels, cookies, crackers, candy

• Cases of soda – Coke, Pepsi in regular, diet, and caffeine-free varieties

• Dry Erase Board Markers & Erasers

• Reams of white or colored copier paper

• BINGO Prizes: personal care items, candy

• AA Batteries

• Large Print Books

• Reader glasses

TRAVEL

• Please sign up for trips as soon as possible and at least 40 days prior to the trip. Payments to the bus company and destinations are due & trips will be cancelled due to lack of registrations.

• You can register for trips in person or by phone, Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 3:00pm

• New trips cannot be registered for until the 1st of the month

• All trips depart from the North Entrance and are rain or shine

• Refunds will not be given for cancellations unless the seat can be resold. For trips costing less than $15, refunds will be issued in the form of credits.

• Phone numbers & emergency contact information are required for all trip participants.

• Individuals requiring assistance – NSC offers a wheel-chair lift for Jitney Jaunts only – please notify Receptionist when you make your reservation. Individuals requiring assistance to meet basic needs must travel with a companion. A reservation must be purchased for the companion to ensure seating.

JITNEY JAUNTS

• Jitney Jaunts are local trips using the NSC bus & are limited to 16 passengers (12 person minimum). There are no tour guides on these trips.

• When dining as a group, please keep in mind that some establishments will include a gratuity of up to 18%. Every effort is made to provide individual checks, but some restaurants cannot accommodate this request. If this is the case, checks will be provided for tables of 4.

• Jitney Jaunts are for NSC Members only. All Jitneys leave & return to the Center. Participants must provide their own transportation to and from the Center.

DAY TRIPS

• Payment in full is due at the time of registration. Phone reservations require credit card payment.

• Please arrive 15 minutes before the published departure time.

EXTENDED TRIPS

• Flyers are available in the lobby with full information on all the trips.

• Deposits and completed reservation forms (available on flyers) are required upon registration of all extended trips. Final payment deadlines are listed on flyers.

• Please arrive 30 minutes before published departure time.

• NEW: We will only process deposits & insurance due at registration. All balances will be paid directly to travel agency.

SOLD OUT

SUNNY PORTUGAL

April 29th - May 8, 2023

COWBOY COUNTRY

July 23 - 30, 2023

PHILADELPHIA FLOWER SHOW – THE GARDEN ELECTRIC

Tuesday, March 7th 8:30am - 4:30pm

Member Cost: $90 Non-Member Cost: $100 That spark of joy that comes while giving or receiving flowers — this is the moment captured by The Garden Electric. From the dazzling array of colors, unique shapes and textures, and rich fragrances of gorgeous floral displays and gardens come feelings of excitement and celebration. Food is available at the Convention Center or the Reading Terminal is directly across the street and offers great food and shopping. We depart the Convention Center at 3pm. Motorcoach transporation, tip & tickets included in cost. A LOT OF WALKING INVOLVED

MOSES – SIGHT & SOUND THEATRE –LANCASTER, PA

Wednesday, March 22nd 8:45am – 5:15pm

Member Cost: $158 Non-Member Cost: $168

We begin our day at the Sight & Sound Millennium Theatre for the showing of Moses. From the banks of the Nile River to the depths of the Red Sea, MOSES is a spectacular entertainment experience for the whole family! Set adrift as a baby, he is an unlikely hero — until God calls him to lead His people out of Egypt and into the Promised Land. Journey with Moses as he ventures through the wilderness, encounters God at the burning bush, and ascends to the top of Mount Sinai. Experience one of the Bible’s most epic stories as MOSES comes to life with massive sets, special effects, and live animals in this original stage production. Then off to a family style luncheon at the Hershey Farms Restaurant before departing home.

CURRAN TRAVEL

SISTER ACT – DUTCH APPLE DINNER THEATRE – LANCASTER, PA

Wednesday, March 29th 9:30am - 5:30pm

Member Cost: $125 Non-Member Cost: $135 The feel-amazing musical comedy smash based on the movie. Sister Act tells the hilarious story of Deloris Van Cartier, a wannabe diva whose life takes a surprising turn when she witnesses a murder and the cops hide her in the last place anyone would think to look – a convent! Under the suspicious watch of Mother Superior, Deloris helps the secluded sisters find their voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, Sister Act is reason to rejoice! Before the show we will enjoy a full salad bar, classic American favorite entrees, potato and vegetables side dishes, and our delectable dessert buffet. Price includes motorcoach transportation, admission, tax and tips. CURRAN TRAVEL

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY & CULTURE, WASHINGTON, DC

Tuesday, April 4th 8:00am - 7:30pm

Member Cost: $101 Non-Member Cost: $111

We’ll arrive at the National Museum of African American History & Culture by 11am. Feel free to view at your leisure or any other Smithsonian Museum. The bus will depart DC promptly at 3pm to head to Cracker Barrel for dinner. Each participant gets a $15 gift cards towards their dinner. Price includes motorcoach transportation, admission, driver tip & $15 gift card towards dinner. CURRAN TRAVEL

If you are in a life transition and feel stuck, partnering with a Coach can help!

Contact ALANI to schedule a 30-minute exploratory call at:

1-855-55-ALANI or alani@alani.org

Mention code: NSC/JFM for discounted pre-certification rates *****

Embrace Awareness • Enhance Learning • Achieve Success

REACHING YOUR FULL POTENTIAL IS AGELESS!

TOMASELLO WINERY & TROPICANA CASINO

Wednesday, April 19th 9:15am - 8:30pm

Member Cost: $86 Non-Member Cost: $96

Must have 40 passengers by March 1st. We’ll arrive at the Tomasello Winery for a lovely sit down luncheon, shopping and sampling. Please make meal selection when registering: chicken marsala or almond encrusted tilapia . Then off to Tropicana Casino for 5 hours for dinner on your own and free time. Receive slot play (to be determined - bonus subject to change at any time). We will depart the casino at 6:30pm. Price includes motorcoach transportation, lunch, sampling, driver tip & slot play. CURRAN TRAVEL

ENCHANTING LONG ISLAND

May 16 - 19, 2023

Double Price: $1,252pp Single: $1,452pp

Deposit: $100 due upon registration

Lots of fun as we explore East Hampton, Southhampton, Sag Harbor and the Gold Coast of Long Island with accommodations at the 4-star Hotel Indigo East End in Riverside. A local guide will show us the sights in the village of East Hampton with its historical homes and famous shops, the majestic Montauck Light House built in 1792 by order of George Washington, Gosman's dock, and wine tasting at Duck Walk Vineyard. We'll explore Sag Harbor, it's Whaling Museum, and Whaler's Church. A highlight of the island is the magnificent Oheka Castle, an elegant Gold Coast Mansion. Many meals included! Must complete and turn in reservation sheet at the time of registration. 4 Seasons

RIVER LADY CRUISE, TOMS RIVER, NJ

Tuesday, May 23rd 8:15am – 4:00pm

Member Cost: $109pp

Non-Member Cost: $119pp

The iconic River Lady, sailing down the scenic Toms River, and beautiful Barnegat Bay, is a distinctive event venue. She is the only genuine paddle-wheel boat in the entire state of NJ. The Victorian (main) level, is enclosed and climate controlled, while the upper deck is open, but covered. On this two and half hour cruise the River Lady passes lovely waterfront homes, magnificent properties, docks, yacht clubs, historic areas, and often sailboat races. We will enjoy a sit-down lunch while cruising. Please make your choice when registering: Chicken Franchese, Chicken Marsala, Salmon or Penne Vodka. CURRAN TRAVEL

ELVIS: THE MUSICAL – DUTCH APPLE DINNER THEATRE – LANCASTER

Friday, June 2nd 9:30am - 5:30pm

Member Cost: $125 Non-Member Cost: $135 His singular name still evokes immediate recognition from people all over the world! This official Elvis Presley bio-musical takes a closer look at the rock star and cultural icon whose impact shaped the history of music and culture. ELVIS: THE MUSICAL spans from his childhood in Tupelo, Mississippi to his triumphant 1968 “Comeback Special” and his ascent to be “The King.” It features over 40 Elvis hits and iconic songs including, “All Shook Up,” “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Burning Love,” “Good Rockin’ Tonight,” “Hound Dog,” “Don’t Be Cruel,” “Jailhouse Rock,” “Are You Lonesome,” and “Blue Suede Shoes.”! Before the show we will enjoy a full salad bar, classic American favorite entrees, potato and vegetables side dishes, and our delectable dessert buffet. Price includes motorcoach transportation, admission, tax and tips.

CURRAN TRAVEL

TROPICANA CASINO –MOTOR CITY FEVER – A MUSICAL CELEBRATION OF MOTOWN

Monday, June 26th 8:30am – 6:30pm

Member Cost: $100 Non-Member Cost: $110

Registration Deadline: May 1st - Must have 40! Enjoy round trip motorcoach transportation to Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City, NJ. Receive $25pp in slot play (bonus subject to change at any time) & $15 food voucher. With 40 paying passengers - 1 special person will be eligible to win $100 cash give-away! Please bring divers license/State ID to redeem bonus. Bring your Tropicana Rewards Card! The cost also includes admission to the 3pm Show “Motor City Fever – A Musical Celebration of Motown” in the tropicana’s showroom. Includes motorcoach transportation, driver tip, Casino, show, boardwalk and/or a day on the beach. CURRAN TRAVEL

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CHOPTANK RIVER CRUISE & SUICIDE BRIDGE RESTAURANT, HURLOCK, MD

Wednesday, July 12th 8:30am – 5:00pm

Member Cost: $143 Non-Member Cost: $153 Savor the scenery along the Choptank River on an hour and half sightseeing cruise. After returning to the dock, we will enjoy a delicious crab feast luncheon of steamed crabs, fried chicken, crab soup, clam strips, local corn, coleslaw, and dessert at the Suicide Bridge Restaurant. We will board either the Dorothy-Megan or Choptank River Queen which are replicas of authentic turn of the century paddlewheelers. CURRAN TRAVEL

MARVELOUS MASSACHUESETTS

July 25 - 28, 2023

Double Price: $2,189pp

Single Price: $2,664pp

Deposit: $150pp due upon registration

Four wonderful days in the Berkshires of Massachusetts shows you outstanding sites and sounds! Tanglewood, famous for its summer music, is nearby and we will have tickets for an evening performance. Three nights at our

well-known local hotel (Red Lion Inn) where you can relax on its huge porch. Join us for this exceptional tour. Additional tour highlights: Norman Rockwell Museum, Berkshire Botanical Gardens, Ventford Hall, Chesterwood and much more. Must complete and turn in reservation sheet at the time of registration. 4 Seasons

HOME REPAIR PROGRAM

HOME REPAIR PROGRAM FOR CITY OF NEWARK RESIDENTS - serves residents who are unable to make the needed repairs on their homes. The program is funded by a Community Development Block Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Applicants must be at least 62 years old, a resident of the City of Newark, live in an owner-occupied home and meet income eligibility. For more information, call 737-2336, ext. 112.

Please note: Applications being accepted for this Program include City of Newark Residents only. If, however, you pay your electric utilities to Delmarva Power, you would apply to the County Home Repair Program at (302)395-5698.

We are locally owned and operated. All prices are up front, fully estimated, not guesstimates. We do all general contracting and home repairs. No job is too big or too small.

REASONABLE, RELIABLE, AND RESPECTABLE SERVICE

PERMITS AND CONTRACTORS – If you are contemplating any renovation work in your home, please contact the City of Newark or New Castle County (or other local government) to ask if your project requires a permit. Please contact City of Newark 366-7000 & ask for Code Enforcement or Joe Day, New Castle County, 395-5519 for information.

ARCHITECTURAL ACCESSIBILITY PROGRAM

For more information, please contact New Castle County Department of Community Services at (302) 395-5648.

MIRACLE OF CHRISTMAS – SIGHT & SOUND THEATRE – LANCASTER, PA

Wedesday, November 9th 8:45am – 5:15pm

Member Cost: $158

Non-Member Cost: $168

We will begin our day at the Sight & Sound Millennium Theatre for the showing of Miracle of Christmas. This holiday season, travel back in time to Bethlehem as the original Christmas story unfolds all around you. Journey alongside Mary and Joseph, a flock of surprised shepherds, and three wisemen—along with their camels! There may be no room at the inn, but God has a lowly stable prepared as the angels announce the coming of the Messiah! Experience MIRACLE OF CHRISTMAS as it comes to life on stage with massive sets and live animals in this cherished holiday production. Then off to a family style luncheon at the Hershey Farms Restaurant before departing home. CURRAN TRAVEL

MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET – TOBY’S DINNER THEATRE – COLUMBIA, MD

Wednesday, December 6th 8:00am - 5:30pm

Member Cost: $121 Non-Member Cost: $131

This musical adaptation of the classic film is the holiday tale of a young girl who doubts the existence of Santa Claus until a very special, white-bearded old man changes her mind. Recreating the magic of the classic story, MIRACLE ON 34th STREET is a joyous, heartwarming musical, the perfect holiday treat for the entire family. Dreams do come true, if you believe! Enjoy a matinee performance at Toby’s Dinner Theatre, a unique venue provides each guest with a dynamic interactive experience and a great view. We will enjoy a wonderful luncheon buffet, followed by the performance. Price includes motorcoach transportation, admission, tax and tips. Limited handicap accessibility. CURRAN TRAVEL

CLUBS & GROUPS

CHINESE LANGUAGE & CULTURAL CLUB

Beginners, Tuesdays 1:00 - 2:00pm

Advanced, Tuesdays 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Led by: Dick Hugh, 368-7990

rmhugh@comcast.net

Beginners are welcome to stay for the entire session. Practice speaking, writing Chinese Mandarin and cultural aspects of the language. The club is open to anyone interested in the language. Experienced and non experienced are welcome. Learn from each other and on occasion be assisted by native speakers.

ITALIAN CLUB

2nd & 4th Mon of every month 10:00am

ROMEO (RETIRED OLD MEN EATING OUT)

3rd Thursdays 12noon

We meet in person at various local restaurants chosen each month by the members. We meet virtually via SYKPE, the remaining Thursdays at 11am. Notice of meetings and the chosen restaurant are emailed out each Wednesday. To join this friendly, welcoming group please contact Fred Zell at 302-283-1475 or fredzell01@verizon.net We need your email address to keep you in the loop.

DO YOU LIKE DISCUSSING & LEARNING?

DISCUSSION GROUP

Open to anything and everything you would like to discuss..including fun!

Tuesdays 10:00am

Topics of the day can include: education, war and peace, history, current events, environmental issues and other topics!

CARDS & GAMES

MAH JONGG

Mondays 9:30am – Noon

Purchase your Mahjongg card by calling Janet 737-4099. A portion of each purchase is donated to NSC.

BRIDGE

Mondays 12:30pm

RUMMIKUB, SCRABBLE & BOARD GAMES

Mondays & Fridays 12:30pm

SHUFFLEBOARD

Tuesdays & Fridays 12:30pm

PINOCHLE

all levels welcome...beginner - advanced

Wednesdays 12:30pm

BINGO

Wednesdays 12:45pm - 1:45pm

Cost: $.25/card

CARDS ANYONE

Thursdays 1:00pm

CANASTA

Fridays 9:30am - Noon

DUPLICATE BRIDGE

Fridays 12:15pm

If you have any questions, please contact Marge or Frank Clark: 302-737-5591.

NSC GOLF LEAGUE

Will resume in April.

Meets the Second Tuesday of Every Month

April - October

For more information contact Jeff Munsch

golfshark53@gmail.com

ZOOM BIBLE STUDY

Mondays,through May 22nd 10:00am

Presenter: Ronetta Matthews

Register in advance for this meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ tZwrc--upj4sGdX2BYh8fjVZHQQ8lIo9EdKJ

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

TUESDAY BIBLE STUDY

Tuesdays

BOOK GROUP

Monday, February 6th

10:00 am

GENEALOGY DISCUSSION GROUP

Wednesday, February 22nd 10:00am

Join our monthly conversation about genealogy. Learn how to discover, preserve and organize your family history and its treasures. The group also shares successes and brainstorms solutions to problems. There is much opportunity for family sleuthing success! To be added to our mailing list or for questions, send an email to nscgenealogy@gmail.com.

NSC CHORUS / SONGBIRDS

Thursdays 10:00am

10:30am

Do you enjoy reading? Do you sometimes think it would be fun to compare your feelings about a book you read with someone else? If the answer is “yes”, to any of these questions, please join us! Guests and new members are ALWAYS welcome.

2/6 - An Island Out of Time, a memoir of Smith Island in the Chesapeake by Tom Horton

3/6 - Not a Happy Family by Shari Lapena

4/3 - Fuzz: When Nature Breaks the Law by Mary Roach (The New Castle County Reads Book)

SCRIBBLERS CLUB

Wednesdays, February 1st & 15th 10:00am

Co-chairs: Sallie Mae Pierce & Marian M. Fay

We are a writing group and everyone who likes to write short essays, stories, and poems are welcome to join us. Your contributions may be published in the scribbler’s journal that comes out seasonally for the NSC library. Your contributions for the next journal need to be submitted by April 19, 2023. Email submissions are welcome. Send them to Marian Fay at mjmfay1@verizon.net

THANK YOU

Many thanks to the various clubs and groups who donate to the Center on a regular basis. Your contributions help to support the Center's mission.

Enjoy singing and sharing music-come join the The NSC SongBirds---no audition required. When NOT PERFORMING at various local facilities, rehearsals are held Thursdays from 10:00am to 11:30am. Cost: $4 monthly fee

Swing City Band Practice

Tuesdays, 12:30pm

Oompah Band Practice

Fridays, 1:15pm

GRACE DEAF SOCIAL CLUB

Meets the 3rd Wednesday of every month 10:00am

Grace Deaf Ministry welcomes Deaf people from Delaware and neighboring states to gather for social activities. Various activities will be available. Sign language will be the only form of communication during these gatherings. NSC membership required.

Moving forward to reflect that we deal in technology beyond just computers, the Newark Senior Center Computer Club is becoming the Newark Senior Center Technology Club.

WHO WE ARE

We are a group of Senior Center members who like to help other seniors learn about technology. We are not a techie group, just volunteers who enjoy learning new things and helping others learn. Over 200 members with varying levels of technology experience, from all walks of life, are eager to help others.

WHAT WE DO

We train you on the use of lab resources, including document, photo and slide scanning; converting different types of video to a DVD or digital format; & help with problems with devices (computer, tablet, camera, smartphone).

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer programs and classes for all levels of experience. Monday afternoon labs for club members offer oneon-one help with a more experienced club member. Thursday afternoon programs offer a variety of speakers on the latest technology. We also offer open lab sessions for Senior Center members on Mondays and Tuesdays.

HOW TO JOIN

You must be a member of the Newark Senior Center to become a member of the computer club. Stop by the computer lab when it is open and someone will provide you a brochure listing all the benefits and offer a membership form to complete. After you join, you will be offered classes, free instruction and free advice for your devices. You will also have the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. The membership form can be found on our website at: https://nscsurfers.org. Cost to join: $5 per year, July 1 to June 30

Upcoming Events...Mark Your Calendars!

Thursday, February 2nd: TBA

Thursday, February 9th: Bob's Bytes

Thursday, February 16th: Barbara Ward - The Internet Archives

Thursday, February 23rd: Doug Irish - Apple

IN PERSON COMPUTER LAB OPEN SESSIONS: Mondays & Tuesdays, 12:00 - 3:00pm

WANT TO LEARN HOW TO SET UP ZOOM? STOP BY THE LAB WHEN IT IS OPEN AND SOMEONE WILL HELP YOU.

CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

unless otherwise noted, you must have a valid NSC membership to attend classes & workshops

NSC invites speakers on a variety of topics to share their views & expertise with our members. NSC does not endorse these views and encourages participants to draw their own conclusions. If you have ideas or concerns about programming, please contact Katie Rivera, Program Director at 737-2336 ext. 119 or krivera@newarkseniorcenter.com

ADVANCED FUNERAL PLANNING

See March Newsletter for more information on this program returning this spring.

PAPER SHREDDING EVENT FOR SENIORS –2

PART SERIES

Tuesday, February 28th 1pm

Presented by: Anita Rumley; 14 year veteran & Aetna Medicare Solutions Representative

Start the new year off right with a clutter-free home! Part I Series - Bring 1 box of documents for shredding. Part II Series - Learn how to protect yourself from Identity Theft and deal with those annoying Medicare calls. No Cost. Register at the Reception Desk.

ANTIQUE EVALUATIONS

Mondays, February 6th & 20th

10:00am

Pre-registration is required

Now announcing Estate Downsizing Services!! Joseph Piane, Assorted Past Antiques, is a professional purchaser of gold, silver, watches, antiques & collectibles, with a special eye for military items. Paying some of the area's highest prices for precious metals, estate jewelry and vintage watches (working or not). Fully licensed by State of Delaware & Delaware State Police and accredited through the Better Business Bureau No Cost. 24 hour advance registration required.

VIRTUAL NSC

Visit https://newarkseniorcenter.com/virtualnsc/ to register for the classes you are interested in. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with information to join the meeting.

ZOOM BIBLE STUDY

Mondays, through May 22nd 10:00am

Presenter: Ronetta Matthews

Register in advance for this meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/ meeting/register/tZwrc-upj4sGdX2BYh8fjVZHQQ8lIo9EdKJ

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

THE BLACK EXPERIENCE IN AMERICA

Tuesday, February 21st 3-4pm

As requested by members, NSC will be offering an 8-month guest lecture/discussion series via Zoom. Mae Gaskins, EdD, Vice President, Board of Directors, Newark Senior Center will introduce each speaker/discussion leader.

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2/21: African American Women & the Vote

Alison Parker, PhD Chair & Richards Professor of American History; Co-Chair, UD Antiracism Initiative, University of Delaware

3/21: Civil Rights in America

Earl Smith, PhD Professor, Women & Gender Studies, University of Delaware

4/18: Black Migrations

Richard Gaskins

Retired Vice President of Diversity for American Express and Wyeth Pharmaceuticals; Consultant to Conference Board, World Bank and United Nations

May & June topics TBA

RESOURCE CENTER

ANIKA TURNER

SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR

CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER

Office Hours: Mondays - Fridays, 8:30am - 12:30pm, available by phone & email daily

• Serves individuals and families faced with life transitions: residence, employment, loss, Medicare counseling, legal, referrals

• Connects individuals and family members to appropriate community resources

CAREGIVER RESOURCE CENTER is a program of CARE DELAWARE & DSAAPD

• Provides services, support and resources for family caregivers

• Free and open to the public.

• Individual or group consultation via phone, email or by appointment. Please call 737-2336 ext 112 or email aturner@newarkseniorcenter.com to schedule an appointment.

COMMUNITY LEGAL AID SOCIETY, INC.

ELDER LAW PROGRAM

Please call: 302-575-0660

The Legal Society provides Legal Services to Delawareans who are age 60+ or persons with disabilities. Services include drafting of powers of attorney and advance health care directives.

Delaware’s Weatherization Assistance Program, or WAP, is designed to help homeowners and tenants lower their energy bills while increasing their comfort and the real good news is that this service is no cost to income-eligible applicants. Please call us at 302-504-6111 or email Colette Davis –coletted@ecasys.org

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

& WEBSITES

SOCIAL SECURITY (800) 772-1213

SENIOR MEDICARE PATROL (800)223-9074

NCC REGISTER OF WILLS (302)395-7800

DELAWARE VOLUNTEER LEGAL SERVICE

(302)478-8680

DELAWARE MEDICARE ASSISTANCE BUREAU "DMAB” (800)336-9500

SENIOR ROLL CALL LIFELINE(302)395-8159

The New Castle County Police Senior Roll Call Lifeline is a telephone reassurance program that offers daily contact to senior citizens residing in New Castle County. Residents interested in enrollment need to meet one of the following requirements:

• Over age 55, single and/or married couples who live alone and have no daily contact with friends or relatives.

• Have a disabilit y that inhibits mobility and have no daily contact with friends or family.

• Are without a person to conduct daily check on their well being.

NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS

namidelaware.org (888) 427-2643

FOOD:

• HIS Food Ministry: 525-2424

• Amazing Grace Outreach Food Pantry: 777-7791

• Food Bank of Delaware: 444-8129

OTHER:

• First State Community Action – Senior Companion Program : (302)498-0454

• Legal Handbook for DE:

www.legalhandbookforolderdelawareans.com

FREE SMOKE DETECTORS available for the hearing impaired. Call (302)257-3069 or email Brian.Ferguson@state.de.us. Offered by the Delaware State Fire Marshall.

$TAND BY ME

Are you financially ready for retirement? Have you already retired and are having trouble managing your money and covering your expenses?

The $tand By Me 50+ program provides information, resources and support to increase the economic stability of Delawareans age 50+ 1on1 sessions with a certified Financial coach aim to meet goals of financial stabilization and empowerment. Coaches provide education, support and guidance through a process largely driven by you. Coaching focuses on behavior change and empowering individuals to find their own answers. Included is Economic Check Up, a screening tool provided through the National Council on Aging that identifies benefits that could save you money, finds ways to cut expenses and develops a concrete plan to achieve greater economic security. All services are FREE! To schedule an appointment, In New Castle County (302)651-3401 or (302)651-3427.

DELAWARE VOLUNTEER LEGAL SERVICES

provides Estate Planning: wills, power of attorney & living wills. You must meet federal poverty income standards to participate. Call Delaware Volunteer Legal Services 478-8680 for more information.

MEALS ON WHEELS

Hot, nutritious, midday meals - freshly prepared in the NSC Kitchen and delivered to homebound clients by dedicated volunteers Monday - Friday.

WHO QUALIFIES

FOR

MEALS ON WHEELS? Individuals are age 60+ and/or physically disabled; they may be homebound, unable to prepare an adequate meal, have a chronic disease or condition, be recovering from an illness or injury, or be very frail & lacking family support.

HOW DO I ARRANGE TO RECEIVE MEALS? For meal delivery in the City of Newark, call NSC at 737-5747. For meal delivery in the Greater Newark area, call City Fare Nutrition Program: 421-3734. General Information about Meals on Wheels can be obtained by calling Meals on Wheels Delaware: (302)656-3257

HOW MUCH DOES MOW COST? Clients make a donation toward the cost of their meals based on their individual financial situation. Meals on Wheels staff work with clients to establish suggested donation levels. Providers then send a monthly statement to client or family members showing how many meals were received and the suggested donation.

WHO CAN REFER A PERSON FOR MEALS ON WHEELS? Anyone can refer someone for Meals on Wheels - Family members, friends, caregivers, churches, doctors, nurses...

Partial funding received from City of Newark, United Way & Meals on Wheels DE

NSC SUPPORT GROUPS

CHANGING PATHWAYS

Wednesday, February 15th 11:00am

Facilitated by: Melissa Boris, Spicer Mullikin

For women who are coping with changes in their bodies, families and life circumstances as they move beyond middle age. We learn and laugh together as we share our joys and sorrows.

FAMILY CAREGIVER INFORMATION & SUPPORT GROUP

Thursday, February 9th 10:00am

Facilitator: Anika Turner

Group discussions focus on sharing information, sympathy, laughter and coping skills. We invite guest speakers on topics such as: how to deal with a person with dementia, caregiver relief, and financial planning.

CAREGIVER TELEPHONE SUPPORT GROUP

Every 3rd Friday 10:45 am-11:30 am

This support group is conducted over the telephone via conference call technology to accommodate busy schedules and eliminate the difficulty of traveling to a meeting site. Caregivers are connected to other caregivers to share encouragement, helpful tips and empathy. Please join us.

CALL 1 (425) 436-6200

When prompted enter the access 818172

HEARING LOSS SUPPORT GROUP - HLADE

Thursday, February 9th 10:00am

Facilitators: Linda Heller & Jeanne Oliver, Hearing Loss Association of Delaware

The Hearing Loss Association of Delaware(HLADE) offers help & hope to people with hearing loss & their families. Meets the 2nd Thursday of every month from 10am-11:30am. We welcome all who have questions about technology or living with hearing loss. Hearing Loop now available. Meeting available in person or online.

MAIN STREET CIRCLE OF FRIENDS

Wednesday, February 8th 12 noon

Meets 2nd Wednesday of Every Month

For more information, call Sara Cavanaugh

737-4694. Delaware Chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society

VISION SUPPORT GROUP

Third Tuesday of every month

Tuesday, February 21st 9:30am

Facilitator: Patti Addison, Blind/Sight DE. For more information please call 302-998-5913.

WIDOWED SENIORS: PATHWAYS THROUGH GRIEF

Thursdays, February 2nd & 16th 10:30am

Facilitated by: Melissa Boris, Spicer Mullikin

Men and women who have experienced the death of a spouse or life partner. Death may be recently or long ago. Learn to cope with the realities of life as a single person and to anticipate a future that includes meaning and joy.

AARP SMART DRIVER COURSES

AARP's Driver Safety program continues to monitor rates of Covid transmission. In our case, New Castle County must be declared by the CDC as having a low or moderate risk of Covid transmission. AARP continues to monitor the CDC data.

Take AARP Defensive Driving online: www.aarpdriversafety.org

Online Cost: $23.95 AARP members

$29.95 Non-AARP Members

AARP Smart Driver is excited to announce the course is FREE to individuals who are current plan holders of the AARP

Medicare Supplement Insurance Plan from UnitedHealthcare.

Visit: www.aarp.org/freecourse

RECREATION ACTIVITIES

LET'S DANCE

Thursdays

2:30 - 5:00pm

Join our festive dance party each week in the Evergreen Ballroom. Come to dance, socialize, share a snack, and/or listen to great music and watch others dance. Waltz, Polka, Rumba, Swing, Fox Trot, etc....we have Big Band, Latin and up-to-date dance music. We also feature various simple line dances (no partner needed). You can also make song suggestions! Free, but small donations are appreciated to help with paper supplies for snacks and to give to NSC

HORSESHOES (WEATHER PERMITTING)

F: 10:00am

Meet on the North side of the building at the horseshoe court. If you have your own horseshoes, the pits are available any time. No Cost.

TABLE TENNIS

T, Th & F 12:30 - 2:30pm

All levels of play welcome!

FREE ESTIMATE

WALK OUR LAND

T: 9:00am

If weather is too challenging, we will walk at Christiana Mall. For more information, call Bev Handler (302) 368-4045 or Betty Fly

(302)834-8141. “G” or “JH” indicates where we walk the following Thursday (Glasgow or James Hall).

FEBRUARY

7th - Tweed Park (Meet Parking Lot) - G

14th - Folk Memorial Park (Meet Parking Lot) - JH

21st - Del Castle Park (Meet in Parking Lot) - G

28th - Battery Park (Meetfront of courthouse) - JH

MARCH

7th - Mike Castle Trail (Meet Parking Lot) - G

14th - Wilm Waterfront (Meet by double cranes) - JH

21st - Chesapeake City (Meet at Schaffer's) - G

28th - Paper Mill Park (Meet Parking Lot) - JH

APRIL

4th - Meadow Park (Meet Parking Lot) - G 11th - Tweed Park ( Meet Parking Lot) - JH 18th - Folk Memorial Park (Meet Parking Lot) - G

We are locally owned and operated. All prices are up front, fully estimated, not guesstimates. We do all general contracting and home repairs.

REASONABLE, RELIABLE, AND RESPECTABLE SERVICE

MONTHLY FITNESS ACCESS: $30

Effective 11/1/2022 all �itness/exercise memberships changed to Monthly Fitness Access. Monthly Fitness Access costs $30/month and includes unlimited visits to the pool and �itness center as well as unlimited group exercise classes for 1 month.

To enroll in the Monthly Fitness Access, you are required to provide a credit card that will be put on file and charged monthly. If you do not wish to commit to an entire month, you can pay $8/class/visit.

You do not need to preregister for classes or visits

PAUSE, EXTEND & CANCEL

To adjust your Fitness Access, please contact Jamie Wigal (302) 737-2336 ext 122 or jwigal@newarkseniorcenter.com

Fitness Access can be put on PAUSE, and your card will not be charged, for 1 month or more for medical or travel reasons. Please give notice of 5 business days.

EXTENSIONS to active Fitness Access accounts will only be granted with a DR note and an absence of 30 consecutive days

To CANCEL your Fitness Access, please notify the Center 5 business days before your current subscription expires.

AQUACISE

M, W, F: 8am, 9am

T, Th: 1pm

Jump right into our aqua classes and build cardiovascular fitness and strength. Just like swimming, our water aerobics classes are easy on your joints, yet challenging enough to help you reach new levels of fitness. Because of their low-impact format, water aerobics classes are suitable for every age and fitness level, from beginning exercisers through elite athletes. Tone and sculpt your body with no impact to your joints. This popular water aerobics workout is a swimming blend of cardio and resistance training, and may incorporate resistance tools such as buoyant water weights and noodles.

AQUATIC AGELESS EXERCISE

M, T, W, F: 10:30am

You are as young as you feel! Feel fantastic as you resistance train to help improve your strength and endurance. Enhance your flexibility, muscle strength, and cardiovascular fitness through a variety of exercises to develop a healthier you. Prevent muscle loss, promote joint mobility, prevent bone loss and help retain your independence as you work out in this class for the Ageless! Suitable for all fitness levels. Come experience the benefits of exercising in the water and meet new friends!!

ARMCHAIR EXERCISE

DVD - Self-Instructed

M, T, W, & F: 10:15am

Exercise is one of our defenses against many problems that are associated with aging. It improves flexibility and range of motion, improves muscle strength and helps protect joints.

CHAIR STRENGTH TRAINING

Training by Liz Abundant Life Coaching, LLC

TH: 9:00am

A low-impact class that can be done while seated in a chair. Listening to music, we will exercise our way to stronger bodies, healthier minds, and a way of life that promotes positive thinking and a hope for improved quality of life.

CHAIR STRENGTH & TONING

Training by Liz Abundant Life Coaching, LLC

M: 11:15am

This total body conditioning class utilizes a chair focuses on strengthening muscles and bones while improving flexibility and range of motion. Safe exercises are performed seated

and standing as you are able, with modifications provided which tailor the class to suit individual needs. Enjoy this low-impact workout set to music and experience such benefits as improved heart and lung health, mobility, endurance, circulation, stability, mood, relaxation, pain management, and reduced stiffness.

COUNTRY LINE DANCE

BY JIM DAWSON, DJ EXPRESS

W: 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Learn traditional and newer country line dances. Beginners and more experienced dancers welcome. New dancers, please arrive 10 -15minutes before your 1st class.

JAZZERCISE LO

T, Th, F: 8:45am

This low impact, modified version of the Jazzercise Dance fitness program provides 60 minutes of warm up, cardio, strength and stretch.

FITNESS CENTER HOURS

Mondays - Friday: 7:00am - 3:00pm

Managed by Cardio Kinetics - a National Leader in Corporate Preventative Medicine

POOL HOURS

Mondays - Friday: 8:00am - 2:00pm

DAILY POOL SCHEDULE

8:00am Aquacise (M, W, F)

Open Swim/1 Lap

Lane (T, Th)

9:00am Aquacise (M, W, F)

Open Swim/1 Lap

Lane (T, Th)

10:00am Water Volleyball

10:30am

Aquatic Ageless

Exercise (M, W, F)

Open Swim/1 Lap

Lane (T, Th)

12:00pm Lap Swim

1:00pm Open Swim/1 Lap

Lane (M, W, F)

Aquacise (T, Th)

2:00pm Pool Closes

GUIDELINES

• Class sizes are limited. You must pre-register, registration is available for the 30 days of your membership.

• For the pool & fitness center, please register for the day you wish to attend, you no longer need to pick a specific time.

• Participants are required to bring their own equipment to group exercise classes: mats, hand weights etc.

• Please do your best to respect social distancing as possible.

LAP SWIM

Monday - Friday 12noon - 1:00pm

Pool will have 3 lap lanes set up for swimming or walking.

OPEN SWIM/1 LAP LANE

M, W, F: 1:00pm

T, TH: 8am, 9am

These time slots are for people who can enjoy aquatic exercise next to those who wish to lap swim. The center lane will be available for laps, the side lanes will be available for wall stretches.

PILATES

Training by Liz Abundant Life Coaching, LLC

T: 9:00am • TH: 10:15am

This mindful mat class will strengthen your “Powerhouse”: abs, back, hips, buttocks, and thighs. Develop long, lean muscles, heighten mind-body awareness, and alleviate back pain. While practicing breath work, improve core stability, circulation, coordination and balance, flexibility, control and stamina, body alignment and posture, all while relieving stress and tension. Exercise mat required, however exercises can be modified for the chair.

QIGONG FOR HEALTH with Scott Martin

Intermediate Class

F: 10:00am

Beginner Class F: 11:00am

Qigong (pronounced "chee gung") is an ancient Chinese exercise that combines easy to follow movements with mental focus and breath. Qigong is now practiced around the world for mental and physical wellness. We will learn seasonal qigong exercises as well as set forms which can be performed seated or standing.

RESISTANCE BAND CLASS

Christy's Core Fitness

W: 7:50am, 9:00am • Th: 10:00am

Resistance bands are an amazing fitness tool for people of all fitness levels! Strength training with resistance bands is a great way for active adults to become stronger and more flexible while fighting bone loss, arthritis, and back pain. All exercises in this class can be done standing or seated and bands will be provided. Come join us and feel energized as we work on strength, balance and flexibility!

STRENGTH TRAINING

Training by Liz Abundant Life Coaching, LLC

M & W: 9:00am • M, W, F: 10:00am

Increase strength, endurance, and flexibility. Improve cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary health, bone density, balance, coordination, dexterity, range of motion, as well as mood, mental focus and acuity. Develop a sense of well-being and camaraderie in this upbeat and supportive group. Enjoy our engaging instructors’ calorie burning routines set to lively music and finish with a relaxing cool-down.

WATER VOLLEYBALL

M-F 10:00am

YOGA WITH CHRISTY

Christy's Core Fitness

M: 2:00pm • W: 10:15am

Yoga is one of the best ways to keep yourself feeling lively and healthy as you age! Slow and gentle yoga with a holistic approach that focuses on strength, balance, flexibility, bringing mobility to the joints and breath control. Poses, when practiced regularly, will contribute to improvement of physical strength, mental clarity and the cognitive connection to both. We will be doing standing poses and poses on the floor. Remember to bring your mat.

YOGALATES

Training by Liz Abundant Life Coaching, LLC

F: 8:45am

A fun fusion of Yoga and Pilates: gain strength, flexibility, and mental clarity while burning calories! This gentle, low impact, full body workout is super effective and will have you feeling wonderful on all levels...mind, body, and spirit. This Yogalates class blends the careful focus of Pilates exercises for long lean muscles and core strength with Yoga poses which strengthen and tone muscles, increase muscle flexibility and range of motion about the joints, improve balance, stimulate circulation, aid in detoxifying the body, improve mood, destress and boost relaxation, improve spine health, and so much more! Join us and feel great! (The exercise intensity and difficulty are adaptable to each individual, with standing modifications provided for those who prefer them to Pilates floor work.)

ZUMBA® GOLD

Training by Liz Abundant Life Coaching, LLC

T: 11:15am, TH: 11:15am

We mix low-intensity and higher intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin & World rhythms take over, you’ll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are called exercise in disguise. Classes introduce easy-to-follow Zumba® choreography for a total workout, combining cardio, muscle conditioning, balance, and flexibility, range of motion, and coordination. Come for fun, leave exhilarated and strong!

WELLNESS

Registration or cancellations for these services are required 24 hours in advance.

HEARING SCREENINGS

Tuesdays, February 28th & March 28th

10:00am - 12noon

Wilson Hannold, Brandywine Valley Hearing Aid Solutions

Wilson Hannold from Brandywine Valley

Hearing Aid Solutions is now offering free hearing screenings to evaluate your hearing and see if you have hearing loss. No need to worry, because the screenings are easy and painless. At the end of the screening you will receive a copy of your results to take with you. 15 minute appointments. Appointments are required, please register at the Reception Desk. No Cost

ION FOOT DETOX

Thursdays, February 16h & March 16th

20 minute appointments 11:00am - 3:00pm

Nancy Schlott, Owner Aurora Reiki

Our bodies accumulate different types of toxins from everyday life, it is beneficial to support our organs with detoxing. Relax while your feet soak in warm salt water while a painless microcurrent releases toxins through your feet. You will be amazed at the results! Not appropriate for those with a pacemaker or organ transplant. Member Cost: $25, Non-Member Cost: $35.

MEDITATION GROUP

Rev. Anton Grosz, PhD

Thursdays 11:30am

Experience a variety of individual self-centering meditation practices and be part of a group meditation session designed to bring inner peace and comfort into the crazy world we live in. No prior experience needed. Non-denominational. Easy to do. Emotionally beneficial. For believers, atheists, and everyone in between. Guaranteed to improve your day. No Cost, no registration.

PAMPER YOURSELF FACIALS

Wednesdays, February 8th & March 8th

11:00am - 2:45pm - 30 minute appointments

Kim Kisner, DE/MD Licensed Esthetician Express Facials include deep cleansing, massage, and customized mask to hydrate, soothe and rejuvenate. Benefits include smoother, softer and younger looking skin.

Member Cost: $20, Non-Member Cost: $30

REIKI ENERGY TREATMENTS

Mondays, February 20th & March 20th

30 minute appointments 11:00am - 3:00pm

Nancy Schlott, Owner Aurora Reiki

Studies show that Reiki provides clients with deep relaxation, relief from aches & pains, & less stress. Nancy is a certified Reiki Master who works with each client’s energy field, to the ultimate goal of emotional balance & improved physical well-being. Member Cost: $25, Non-Member Cost: $35.

TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY)

TOPS is a non-profit weight-loss support group that gives you freedom to follow a meal plan that works for you — and support & encouragement to help you stick to that plan. You have choices to help you be healthy at any size. No cookie-cutter diets!

DE 46: Thursdays weigh in 5:30pm meeting 6:00pm Leader: Donna Connell dcc933@yahoo.com

Co-Leader: Marilyn Cockrell marbcockrell@gmail.com

Effective Jan. 1, 2023, the Shingles vaccine will no longer have copays and with therefore be free under Medicare part D

Beginning Jan.1 2023, insulin copays under part D (RX plans) will; be limited to $35 per month and no deductible allowed. Beginning July 1, 2023, that will also apply to insulin pumps. Both limits may also be adopted Medicare Advantage Plans.

YMCA DIABETES PREVENTION PROGRAM

New Cohorts Starting Every Month

Lifestyle change program may help you: Lose Weight, Increase physical activity, boost energy, reduce risk of chronic conditions and reduce risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 58%. Participants must meet eligibility criteria. Contact the YMCA of Delaware 302-572-9622 healthyliving@ymcade.org www.ymcade.org/preventdiabetes

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WELLNESS ACTIVITIES

Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:00pm

Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 2:00pm

DAILY ACTIVITIES

Please Note: attendance in the Meeting of Minds Program is limited. If you are interested, please contact Laura Greene, EML Program Coordinatior 302-737-2336 ext 124 or lgreene@newarkseniorcenter.com

FEBRUARY SPECIAL ACTIVITIES

FEBRUARY MENU

Menu is subject to change at Chef's discretion

This facility is operated in accordance with U.S. Department of Agriculture policy which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, sex, handicap, religion, sexual orientation or national origin.