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LUNCHEONS

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
THE WASHINGTON SENIOR
CENTER will hold its Holiday
Party at the Curtis House on
Wednesday, December 3 at
noon
You may choose from the following menu
entre selections: Roast Salmon w/ asparagus
& confit potatoes, Grilled NY Sirloin w/sauted
onions & mushrooms or Roast Chicken w/spring
vegetables. Cost: $23.00. Price includes salad,
bread, coffee, seasonal dessert, tax and tip.
Call the Senior Center by November 24 to
make a reservation. Come join for good food
and cheer!
***Please bring a wrapped grab bag gift
valued at no more than $1.00.

-REGRISTRATION REQUIRED!!
*This clinic is for seasonal flu only.

IN THIS ISSUE
Web Sites, etc. Pg 3
Program Notes Pg 4
Calendar Pg 5
Trips, More Programs, etc. Pg 6
Support Our Advertisers Pg 7





NovemberDecember 2014
Vol. 27 No. 6
Washington Depot,
Connecticut 06794
UPCOMING
HAPPY
THANKSGIVING

Thanksgiving Luncheon for Seniors at
Washington Primary School

All Washington senior citizens are invited to attend
the annual Thanksgiving luncheon sponsored by the
Washington Primary PTO.

The luncheon will take place at the Primary School
cafeteria on Thursday, November 20 at 11:45. There
is no charge. Please call the Senior Center no later
than November 14 for reservations.
WASHINGTON
VETERANS!!
The Senior Center invites you and a guest to a
breakfast in your honor.
It will be held at the Senior Center on
Monday, November 10 at 9:00 A.M.
Please call 860-868-0735 to sign up
reservations are required by Wednesday,
November 5.




Washington Senior Center News
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Municipal Agent Pam Collins is
available to help with Medicare or
for information on financial
assistance programs. Call for an
appointment.
Phone: 860-868-0735
The Washington Senior Center News is published
bi-monthly and is mailed to all known seniors in
the town of Washington. Call the Center at 860-
868-0735 for additions to the mailing list.

Contributions of articles or items for publication
may be sent to the Senior Center at PO Box 352,
Washington Depot, CT 06794, or emailed to
[email protected]

Pam Collins Editor
Brighid Davidson Assistant Editor
Brighid Davidson Mailing
Susan Conner Mailing
Diane Locke Mailing
Betty Hinckley Mailing
Sam Morrissey Design


Pam Collins Senior Center Director &
Municipal Agent for the
Elderly & Disabled

Jim Babiyan Van Driver

Senior Center
Volunteer Staff

Sam Morrissey Website

Senior Center
Advisory Board
Donna Dutcher Diane Locke
Jane Moore Betty Hinckley
Iona Douskey Hugh Fitzpatrick
Holly Camp Harold Stoeffler
Nick Rimbocchi
Alternates
Anthony Bedini Dolly Whitney

Ex Officio
Pam Collins Mark Lyon

The Senior Center Advisory Board meets on the
second Tuesday every other month. Attendance
at the meetings is open to all.




Van Service for Seniors:

The van is available on Wednesdays and Thursdays;
and for a monthly trip to the Danbury Mall. To
reserve a seat, call the Senior Center at 860-868-
0735, at least one day ahead. Upcoming trips to the
Danbury Mall will be on Monday, November 10 and
December 8.

Heating Season Is Here Again..
To apply or for eligibility information
on the energy assistance program,
call
868-0735.



Litchfield Hills Chore Service
Could you use help with:
Transportation to shopping and
doctors appointments
Housekeeping, laundry or cooking
Odd jobs around the house or yard
Call the Chore Service an affordable way
to get the help you need. We will supply a
Chore Worker for up to 41/2 hours per
week. This service is available to people
age 60 and over and individuals with
disabilities. A 501(c)(3) organization, we
appreciate your donations: P.O. Box 294,
Litchfield, CT 06759.

Coordinator, Sally Irwin 860-567-
6121
*Gift Certificates now available!!!





CANCELLATIONS DUE TO WEATHER

All Senior Center activities will be cancelled on
days when Region 12 schools are closed due to
hazardous travel conditions.
School Delays = No A.M. Activities
Early Dismissals = No P.M. Activities
School closings, delays and early dismissals
are announced on local radio and TV stations.

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Web Sites of Interest:

Find Links to a Variety of CT
Companies, organizations and State
Agencies That Provide Services
Related To Energy Efficiency:
ctenergyinfo.com

Online Living Will Forms:
ctelderlaw.org

Locate Numerous Elder Care
Resources: CtHelpNet.org

Eliminate Pre-Screen Offers or
Credit & Insurance Card Mailings:
optoutprescreen.com or call 1-888-
567-8688

Washington Senior Center Web Site:

www.washingtonctseniorcenter.weebly.com

Phone Numbers Etc.
Town Officials
Selectmens Office 860-868-2259
Town Clerk 860-868-2786
Tax Collector 860-868-7796
Region 12
Superintendent of Schools 860-868-6100

Connecticut Legislators
State House:
69
th
Dist. Representative Arthur ONeil (R)
House Democrats 1-800-842-1902
House Republicans 1-800-842-1423
State Senate:
32th Dist. State Senator Robert Kane (R)
Democrats 1-800-842-1420
Republicans 1-800-842-1421

State Attorney General
George Jepsen 1-860-808-5318
Web Site: www.cslib.orgattygenl

United States Congress Representative
Elizabeth Esty 5
th
Dist. 202-223-8412
Web Site: http://esty.house.gov/

United States Senators
Richard Blumenthal 202-224-2823
Website: www.blumenthal.Senate.gov/contact/
Chris Murphy 202-224-4041
Website: www.murphy.Senate.gov/contact

CHOICES: help with Medicare and related
insurance questions: 1-800-994-9422

Meetings of Town Boards and
Commissions

Regular meetings of Town boards and
commissions are open to the public. Meeting
dates, times, agendas and minutes to
meetings are listed on the Town Calendar
which is posted on the bulletin board outside
the Town Clerks office and on the Town
website: www.washingtonct.org



Senior Center
Computer
A computer is available for Internet
use - please call to reserve a time.



PERSONAL MEDICAL INFORMATION FORM
Here is a way to keep your
vital medical information one place at your
fingertips for when it is needed

Forms are available at the Senior Center.
Keep the form where it will be readily
available (attach to refrigerator with
magnet) for use in an emergency or for a
doctors visit.

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PROGRAM NOTES

Exercise (video) meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:00 a.m. No fee. Come as
often as you please.

CHAIR YOGA Tuesdays, at 10:30. Cost: $5.00 per class.

Zumba (fast paced cardio workout) Tuesdays at 8:30 &Thursdays at 9:15. Cost: $25 for
six classes or $5 for walk-ins.

SENIOR PILATES Thursdays at 10:30. Cost: $5 per class.

Strong Women/Strong Bones (clinically shown to help prevent and reverse osteoporosis)
Mondays & Wednesdays from 2:00 - 3:15p.m. Next session begins October 27 thru
December 10. Cost: $85 for 7 weeks.

Needles & Things on Thursdays, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Bring any project and join us for a
productive afternoon with chat. No fee. All are welcome.

Luncheons: Thursday, November 20 Thanksgiving Luncheon at the Washington Primary
School. Cost: Free Wednesday, December, 3 - Holiday Party at the Curtis House. Cost:
$23.00. Please call the Center as reservations are required

*Holiday in the Depot Friday, December 12. Donations are needed for the Senior Center
sale. Items can be bought in thru the week of December 5. Suggestions: Hand-made craft
items, unused gift items, jams, jellies, etc. Please note this is not a bake sale, but cookies,
cupcakes, and muffins would be appreciated. Hot dogs and Chili will be sold at the Legion.

From the Archives of the Gunn Historical Museum The first Monday of the month at
10:00a.m. Museum curator, Stephen Bartkus, will be reading research papers from the
museums archives, sharing photos, stories and reminiscing about Washingtons history. The
next readings will be held on November 3 and December 1. The topics will be Two
Missionary Volunteers Among the Dakota the Story of Samuel and Gideon Pond of
Washington, CT.

WASHINGTON HISTORY CLUB The meetings are held on the third Monday of the month
at 10:00 a.m. The club welcomes everyone interested in the history of the town and its
villages. The next meetings will be held on November 17 and December 15. The topic for
December will be will be Washingtons Roads Including Maps Of Them.

Acupressure Clinic Wednesday, December 10. Carol OToole, a licensed acupuncturist
and massage therapist will conduct a 20 minute seated acupressure massage. This is for
those who have received a treatment before or have yet to experience its rejuvenating
benefits. Please call the Center for an appointment. Your donation of $10 or more will be
given to the Pancreatic Cancer Research Foundation.

Stateline Pizza & Mohawk Trail (Senior van) Tuesday, November 11. Reservation
required as seating is limited. Van departs at 11:00.









*IMPORTANT! When you see a program that interests you, please call to register, whether the
program is being offered for free or for a fee. Some programs fill quickly and others may
unfortunately be cancelled if minimum enrollments are not met.


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November
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
3 4 5 6 7
9:00 Exercise
10:00 Gunn Museum
8:30 Zumba
10:30 Chair Yoga
9:00 Exercise
2:00 Strong Women
9:15 Zumba
10:30 Senior Pilates
9:00 Exercise
2:00 Strong Women

2:00 Needles & Things
10 11 12 13 14
9:00 Exercise
9:00 Veterans Breakfast
9:00 Van to Mall
2:00 Strong Women
4:00 Advisory Board
Closed for
Veterans Day
11:00 Stateline
Pizza & Mohawk
9:00 Exercise
2:00 Strong Women
9:15 Zumba
10:30 Senior Pilates
2:00 Needles & Things
9:00 Exercise
17 18 19 20 21
9:00 Exercise
10:00 History Group
2:00 Strong Women
8:30 Zumba
9:30 Part D Program
10:30 Chair Yoga
9:00 Exercise
2:00 Strong Women


9:15 Zumba
10:30 Senior Pilate
11:45 Thanksgiving Lunch
2:00 Strong Women
9:00 Exercise
24 25 26 27 28
9:00 Exercise
2:00 Strong Women
8:30 Zumba
10:30 Chair Yoga

9:00 Exercise
2:00 Strong Women
Closed for
Thanksgiving


Closed for
Thanksgiving









December
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
1 2 3 4 5
9:00 Exercise
10:00 Gunn Museum
2:00 Strong Women
8:30 Zumba
10:30 Chair Yoga
9:00 Exercise
12:00 Xmas Party
2:00 Strong Women
9:15 Zumba
10:30 Senior Pilates
2:00 Needles &Things
9:00 Exercise

8 9 10 11 12
9:00 Exercise 8:30 Zumba 9:00 Exercise 9:15 Zumba 9:00 Exercise
9:00 Van to Mall
2:00 Strong Women
10:30 Chair Yoga 12:30 Acupressure
2:00 Strong Women
10:30 Senior Pilates
2:00 Needles & Things
5:00 Holiday in
The Depot

15 16 17 18 19
9:00 Exercise 8:30 Zumba 9:00 Exercise 9:15 Zumba 9:00 Exercise
10:00 History Group 10:30 Chair Yoga 10:30 Senior Pilates


2:00 Needles & Things

22 23 24 25 26
9:00 Exercise 8:30 Zumba Closed for Closed for 9:00 Exercise
10:30 Chair Yoga Christmas Christmas


29 30 31
9:00 Exercise 8:30 Zumba Closed for
2 10:30 Chair Yoga New Years Eve


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TRI PS FOR 2015 TO BE ANNOUNCED

FYI
Consumer Law Project for Elders
The Consumer Law Project for Elders provides free legal assistance for CT residents over 60
with consumer type legal problems. Some examples of consumer problems:
You have billing, debt or collection problems, including medical debt, credit card debt or
harassment by debt collectors.
You are being billed for things you never bought.
You are considering bankruptcy.
You are a victim of identity theft, healthcare fraud or a consumer scam.
You have a dispute over goods or services.
You have an unfair loan.
You have a problem with a contract or a contractor
You have received a summons or notice about a court hearing involving your debt or
property.
For more information, they can be reached at 1-800-296-1467 Monday thru Friday
9am-5pm.

Community Health & Wellness Center
The Center provides quality, compassionate and professional health care that is affordable,
easily accessible and without discrimination to all residents of northwest CT. They provide
comprehensive medical services, dental services and behavioral health services. The Center
provides financial assistance for those who qualify. Staff is also available for Medicaid, Husky
and Snap/Food Stamp applications. The Center is located at 469 Migeon Ave., Torrington, CT.
The phone number is 860-489-0931.

HOME SOLUTIONS
Home Solutions is a statewide program for Seniors (age 62 or older). It provides free and low- cost
repairs for homeowners who might need a new roof, heating system, windows, siding, handicap
accessibility, bathrooms, plumbing, electrical work, etc., in order to remain safely in their homes.
The program can pay up to $10,000 for work on a single family home (or $20,000 on a two-family home).
Program staff will meet with senior applicant, inspect the property, obtain bids for the work and make sure
the work is completed properly. To find out if you are eligible, call (860) 560-5800 or (800) 798-3805.


*Please continue to save the box top coupons (Box Tops for Education) that are
found on many items and bring them to the Senior Center. Thank you for
participating!!!


RECEIVE THE SENIOR CENTER NEWSLETTER VIA EMAIL
In order to reduce cost and save paper, the Senior Center would like to send as many newsletters
electronically as possible. Please help us to achieve this goal by calling the Center and providing your email
address. It will be greatly appreciated!!!! Thank you in advance!!


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Please patronize our Supporters, who are in
part responsible for our publications




** Painter Ridge
Farm**

will be open for
trees, wreaths,
greens & poinsettias
beginning
November 28, 2014
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PART D ENROLLMENT HELP

MEDICARE PART D/ OPEN ENROLLMENT PERIOD
October 15 thru December 7
Please be advised that this is the time to compare, prepare and decide the plan that is right for you!
Use the Medicare Plan Finder to make sure you have a plan that meets your needs for 2015 or the Western CT
Area Agency on Aging Medicare Part D Drug Plan Screening Forms are available at the Senior Center. If you
would like personalized help, a Choices Counselor from the Agency will be at the Senior Center on Tuesday,
November 18 to help you with enrollment.
By appointment only.

Social Security Announces New Compassionate Allowances Conditions
The Social Security Compassionate Allowances program expedites disability decisions for those with
the most serious disabilities to ensure that they receive their benefit decisions within days instead of
months or years. The new conditions also include disorders that affect the digestive, neurological,
immune and multiple body systems. They are dedicated to providing vulnerable people with faster
access to disability benefits. By incorporating cutting edge technology, they can quickly identify claims
where the applicants disease or condition clearly meet Social Securitys statutory standard for
disability. For more information, including a list of all Compassionate Allowances conditions, visit
socialsecurity.gov/compassionateallowances.









THE WASHINGTON SENIOR CENTER
Hours: 9:00-12:00 and 1:00-4:30 Monday through Thursday
9:00-12:00 on Friday
Phone & Fax: 860-868-0735 e-mail: [email protected]
Please visit the Senior Center web site at: www.washingtonctseniorcenter.weebly.com

UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, ALL INTERESTED PARTIES ARE WELCOME AND
ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND ANY PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES AT THE WASHINGTON SENIOR
CENTER.

Box 352
Washington Depot
CT 06794
CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED