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Jailed LOCAL BUSINESS LEADERS BEING SENT TO JAIL FOR A GOOD CAUSE Over 100 local business leaders will be heading to “jail” on Thursday, April 29th from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Serafino’s Ristorante Italioano in order to raise their “bail” for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Community business leaders will be arrested at their place of business and transported to Serafino’s, located at 72 South Turnpike Road, to serve their time at the local MDA Lock-Up. At Serafino’s, the “jailbirds” will be served complimentary “jail” food while they each attempt to raise at least $3,200 in bail money. Last year local “jailbirds” raised over $16,000 in bail money, all of which went towards the fight against neuromuscular disease. This year the local MDA has set a goal to raise $60,000 at the event. MDA is the nonprofit health agency dedicated to curing muscular dystrophy, ALS and related diseases by funding worldwide research. The Association also provides comprehensive health care and support services, advocacy and education. The majority of contributions to MDA come from individual donors. For more information on this event please contact Lauren Joyce at ljoyce@mdausa.org or at (203) 248-6500
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WALLINGFORD SENIOR CENTER NEWS AND EVENTS
DAILY ACTIVITIES FOR INDEPENDENCE PROGRAM Did you know that the Wallingford Senior Center offers a social-model day program designed for seniors with memory impairment? We offer companionship and support that are developed and supervised by a Certified Recreation Therapist, an assistant and many helpful volunteers. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 9:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Transportation is provided for Wallingford residents and is handicapped accessible. The daily fee is $18.00 per day for Wallingford residents and $23.00 per day for non-residents. A sample of programs include: Current Events, Group Word Games, Arts & Crafts, Pet Therapy, Old Fashion Sing-A-Longs, Card Games, Baking, and Daily Chair Exercises. Eligibility is based on the physical, mental and social functioning of the prospective participant. If you know someone in need of socialization and guidance throughout the day and experiencing mild memory impairment, please contact Melinda Welch, D.A.I. Coordinator for more information at: 203-265-7753 Ext 205. In an effort to enhance our memory impairment program, we are in the process of changing our program name. Please watch for the official announcement in the May newsletter. Many exciting changes are coming…! SOCIAL SERVICES IN ORDER TO SERVE YOU BETTER, PLEASE CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE SOCIAL WORKER, EILEEN FLYNN, AT 265 7753. THANK YOU. NEW HAVEN EXPO Friday, May 21, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. You are invited to attend the annual expo sponsored by the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut and the City of New Haven to be held at the New Haven Athletic Center, 480 Sherman Parkway, New Haven, CT. Approximately 150 vendors are expected to provide information on a wide variety of topics related to seniors. Vinnie Carr, will provide entertainment. There will be free health screenings and a Wii bowling tournament. Free lunch will be provided and there will be lots of prizes. Sponsors will provide transportation. To sign up for this event, please call (203) 265 7753. IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING CONNPACE Please be aware that if you do not renew your ConnPACE when it is due, you will not be able to re-enroll until November 15th. This is due to changes that have been made in the ConnPACE program. New enrollment in the ConnPACE Program will be limited to November 15th through December 31st. A few exceptions do apply. You will be able to join ConnPACE 31 days after turning 65 or after becoming eligible for Social Security Disability (SSDI) or State Supplement Insurance (SSI). WALLINGFORD ELDERLY NUTRITION INFORMATION - The Town of Wallingford is able to provide meals to seniors who meet the criteria. Call the Wallingford Program Planning Department at 203-294-2060 for more information. FOOD PANTRIES IN WALLINGFORD - Need a little help with your food bill? Listed below are the names, addresses, and times you can visit. oAngel Food Ministries: Get $75.00 worth of food for $30.00. See member interest table at the center, or call 203-2848975 for additional information. oMaster's Manna: 46 North Plains Road (in back). ID required (Photo ID, Birth Certificate or medical card). Distribution times: Tuesday & Thursday, 9-12; Fridays, 4-8 p.m. oGood News Food Pantry: 46 John Street (Good News Church). Distribution time: Wednesday, 11:00 a. m.-1:00 p.m. oLocal churches: Call your church to find out if there is a food pantry available. HOMEOWNERS TAX RELIEF PROGRAM & PROPERTY TAX DEFERRAL FOR THE ELDERLY When: February 1 through May 15 Where: Assessor's Office - Town Hall Phone: 203-294-2001 LOW VISION SUPPORT GROUP - Friday, April 16, 10:15 - 11:15 AM Michele Tarantino, MPH, OTR/L, Certified Low Vision Therapist will be the speaker for this meeting. She will provide updates on the Library for the Blind. New members welcome! Please call 203-265-7753 to register for this meeting. VETERANS SERVICES Tuesday, April 27, 1:00 - 3:00 PM - George Messier, Veterans Services Officer for the Town of Wallingford, will be available to answer questions and assist with benefit information. An appointment is required. Please call 203-265-7753. MEDICARE SAVINGS PROGRAM - The Medicare Savings Program assists individuals who meet the income guidelines to pay their Medicare Part B premium. Income limits for a single person range from $1778.91 to $2091.67. For a couple, the income limits range from $2393.55 to $2816.67. There is no asset limit. If you fall within these guidelines, the State may be able to pay your Medicare Part B premium. Income verification is all that is necessary. This includes gross Social Security benefit (gross is before the $96.50 is taken out of the check), pension, dividends, interest, rental income, gross wages, etc. To schedule an appointment for completing the application, please call 203-265 7753. BENEFITS SCREENING Tuesday, April 20, 10:00 AM - 12 NOON - Do you often wonder if you might be eligible for any State or Federal programs? Benefits QuickLINK is a free and confidential program which can quickly screen for eligibility. Supporting Documents are not required, but please bring the following information with you to your appointment: 1. Monthly income (social security, pension, dividends and interest). 2. Monthly expenses (heating, fuel, gas, electricity, water, telephone, rent or mortgage payments and medical expenses not covered by health insurance). 3. Asset information (savings, estimated value of home and car, life insurance benefits). 4. A list of all current prescriptions. Registration required. Call 203-265 7753 now to schedule an appointment. FOOD STAMP PROGRAM (SNAP) - The State Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (formerly the Food Stamp Program) has changed its eligibility criteria effective July 1, 2009. Income limits have been increased and there is no asset limit when applying for this program. oSingle Income: $1,669.00 month oCouple Income: $2,246.00 month For more information or to schedule an appointment to apply for this program, please call Eileen Flynn, Social Worker at 203-265 7753. 2010 GOLF LEAGUE - Our Coed Golf League, held at Miner Hills Golf Course, will begin its 11th season in May. This year, there will be one sixteen-week session, running from May 18 through August 31. The cost for play and the final week cookout is $235.00 for members and $240.00 for non-members. Member Sign-Up begins May 3 (May 10 for non-members). A meeting for all golfers will be held Tuesday, May 11, at 9:30 AM. If you have any questions, please call League Coordinator Howie at 203 265-0412. COMPUTER LAB OPEN DOOR SESSIONS - The Computer Learning Center is now open on Thursdays from 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Please feel free to come in to check your email, practice class work, browse the internet, check your Facebook, and register to our websites! A volunteer will be available for assistance, but knowledge of computers is required. THURSDAY EVENING HOURS RESUME! - Thursday, April 15, 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM - April 15th begins our Extended Hours at the Senior Center. Stay and enjoy a delicious meal, prepared by Lake View Café and served between 4:30-6:30 PM (meal ticket purchase required). We have a lot of exciting programs and classes scheduled, including Live Entertainment, Guest Speakers, Cooking Demonstrations, New Release Movies, Tai Chi and Zumba Classes, Texas Hold'em Poker, Bananagrams, Computer Workshops, Great Courses Lectures, Book Club and so much more. The Wallingford Senior Center is the place to be on Thursday Nights!
The Second Annual Understanding Autism Fundraiser Understanding Autism is a fund-raising event to bring about awareness for the most commonly diagnosed neurological disorder-Autism. April is Autism awareness month and you can help us to change the image of Autism. With drinks ,great food,wonderful music,fun and knowledge! The event will be held at: Rosie's Cafe at 194 Camp Street,Meriden,Ct. On Thursday , April 29,6-10 p.m. Music performed by Sean and Kelley Moore. There will be a raffle with lots of prizes! All tips and raffle donations will be donated to 'Autism Speaks"
RESIDENTIAL Electronics Recycling and Paper Shredding Event NO COMMERCIAL MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED - Saturday, May 22 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Hamden Middle School, 2623 Dixwell Avenue Hamden, CT 06518 - This event is open to residents of Cheshire, Hamden, Meriden, North Haven and Wallingford. No commercial waste is accepted. Please read the flyer for more details, including accepted items and directions. Should Wallingford residents have further questions, please contact the Resource Recovery Project Coordinator at 203-294-2061 (Tuesday through Thursday). Residents of other towns should contact their Town Hall for more information.