Dighton Council On Aging November 2017 Monthly Happenings

Attention Veterans! Free Concert At Prime Time: Ruth Harcovitz “Songs of World War II” Celebrating the End of the Second World War! 12:30 p.m. — 1:30 p.m. Thursday, November 9, 2017. 1059 Somerset Ave. Dighton, MA. Please call 508-669-6272 to reserve a seat. "This program is supported in part by a grant from the Dighton Cultural Council, a local agency, which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency."

S.H.I.N.E Coordinator At The Dighton Council On Aging: Regional S.H.I.N.E., (Serving Health Information Needs of Everyone), coordinator Lisa Sarkis, will be at the Dighton Council on Aging, 300 Lincoln Ave., N. Dighton. on Wednesday, November 8, 2017, from 10:30 am till 11:30 am, to discuss the annual Open Enrollment for Medicare Part D, October 15th - December 7th. Open enrollment is for those who want to make changes in their Part D coverage and for those who became newly eligible for Medicare, which is a voluntary program, but those that do not sign up during the initial open enrollment or when they become newly eligible will face a penalty for late enrollment. If you have questions on Medicare, Medigaps, Medicare HMO's, Prescription Advantage, Retiree Insurance, Prescription Drug Program, Medicaid, you should attend. Please call 508-823-0095 to register for this presentation. Walk-ins are always welcome.

Catch The Story Bug! Professional Storyteller Karen Chace, will be performing, “Wise, Wicked and Witty” , at Prime Time on Thursday, November 16th., at 12:30 p.m.. Please call 508-669-6272 to register. For more information on Karen Chace please visit www.storybug.net. "This program is supported in part by a grant from the Dighton Cultural Council, a local agency, which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency."

Attention Dighton Veterans! On Veterans Day, Saturday, November 11, 2017, a free breakfast will be served in your honor at 9:00 am. It will be held at Father’s House Family Church, 207 Main Street, Dighton, MA 02715. This event is again sponsored by the Dighton Lions Club. If you require transportation call Donald L. Hirschy, Town of Dighton Veterans Agent at 508-669-4524. This is your day, we look forward to seeing you!

Presentation: Your Life, Your Legacy Join us for this Free interactive informational presentation on preparing your memorial. Refreshments will be served. Join us on: Wednesday, November 15th. at 10:30 a.m. Dighton Council on Aging 300 Lincoln Ave., N. Dighton Please call 508-823-0095 to register for this presentation. Walk ins are always welcome. Sponsored by Waring-Sullivan Homes of Memorial Tribute.

Hat & Mitten Giving Tree: We need Hats & Mittens/Gloves, for our giving Christmas Tree. These mittens, hats and gloves will be distributed to local children charities during the winter months. Items may be dropped off at Prime Time, or at the Dighton Council on Aging.

Knitted Or Crochet Lap Robes Needed: Compassionate Care Hospice is in need of Lap Robes, size 36" X 36". Lap robes may be dropped off at Compassionate Care Hospice, 174 Dean St., Taunton, or at the Dighton Council on Aging, 300 Lincoln Ave. For more information, you may call their Volunteer Coordinator at 508-399-5900. If you have yarn you would like to donate, please drop off at the Dighton COA at 300 Lincoln Ave., N. Dighton. Thank you in advance for your generosity. Compassionate Care Hospice is looking for volunteers who would like to visit clients in assisted living facilities, in clients home, and in nursing homes.

How To Report Elder Abuse: The Executive Office of Elder Affairs has centralized the Elder Protective Services abuse reporting system (elder abuse hotline) to a single phone number. The 24/7 single phone number simplifies the process for elder abuse reporting. To report suspected elder abuse, please call the statewide 24-hour hotline at: 1-800-992-2275

Prime Time: For those of you who may not know, the Town of Dighton has an Adult Day Program called Prime Time located at 1059 Somerset Avenue, in Dighton. The purpose of this program is to provide people over sixty years of age, with social activities in a supportive setting. Guests that attend are from many surrounding communities, including Rehoboth. Prime Time is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. For more information, call Sheila at 508-669-6272, or visit http://www.dighton-ma.gov/

Volunteer Needed: We are in need of a gentlemen to volunteer on a 1 time 6-hour project. Person interested must enjoy working with the elderly and must pass a CORI Check (Criminal Offender Record Information). If you are interested, and would like more information, please call 508-669-6272.

We Need Your Help With The Sojourn Bears Group
The Sojourn Group will be meeting on November 27th., at 10:30 am. Bears made by caring volunteers, are distributed to Cancer Patients, Survivors and those effected by it, at nearby hospitals. For more information and to let us know if you would like to help stuff the bears, sew, etc., please call (508) 823-0095.

Library Representative Visits Lincoln Village: A Representative from the Dighton Public Library will be at Lincoln Village on Tuesday, November 14th., & Tuesday, November 28th., from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. This program is for Dighton residents. You may check out and return books, videos, D.V.D's and more. For more info., please call 508-669-6421.

Men’s Social Group: The Men’s Social Group will be getting together on Tuesday, November 14th., at 10:00 a.m. Come socialize and have a cup of coffee and “Shoot the Breeze”. The group gets together at the Dighton C.O.A at 300 Lincoln Ave. Hope to see you there?

Wellness And Blood Pressure Clinic: Our Wellness Clinic will be held on Tuesday, November 21st. at 9:30 am, at the Dighton Council on Aging, 300 Lincoln Ave., N. Dighton. The scheduled topic for this month is, “Maintaining Your Brain”. A Nurse will be available to answer questions and to check your blood pressure. Please call 508-823-0095 to schedule appointment. Walk ins are always welcome.

Reminiscing With Myrna: The Town of Dighton Historian, would like to listen to your stories about the good old days. Join us Friday, November 17th., at 10 a.m. (please call to confirm), at the Dighton C.O.A, 300 Lincoln Ave. Please call 508-823-0095 to let us know you’ll be attending.

Veterans Corner: The Dighton Veterans Agents' Office is located in the Dighton Town Hall, 979 Somerset Ave, Dighton. Office hours are held Mondays and Tuesdays 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Wednesdays 7:30 a.m.—11:30 a.m. Please call 669-6431 for more information.

Senator Mark Pacheco: Senator Mark Pacheco, or a representative, will be at the Dighton Council on Aging, 300 Lincoln Ave. N. Dighton, on Tuesday, November 21st., from 1:00 p.m.—2:00 p.m. If you have any questions, needs or concerns that Senator Pacheco can help you with, please give us a call at 508-823-0095 to make an appointment. Walk ins are always welcome.

U.F.O'S/Arts & Crafts Group: The Un-Finished-Object/Arts and Crafts Group will be getting together November 28th., at 10:00 am, at the Dighton Council on Aging. Let's finish your projects, bring your quilting, beading, knitting or crocheting, and let's finish it together. Call 508-823-0095 for more information.

Dial-A-Lawyer Offers Free Legal Advice Each Month: To use Dial-A-Lawyer, call (617) 338-0610 or (877) 686-0711 on the first Wednesday of the month between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m.

Free Trial Day At Prime Time: “Prime Time” is an adult supportive respite facility located in the rear of the Town Hall, 1059 Somerset Avenue, Dighton, (Route 138). If you know of someone who cannot stay alone or whose family could benefit from some respite, we may be able to help both the elder and the caregiver. “Prime Time” is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. “Prime Time” is a supervised program for elders where they can enjoy a full and productive life. Call Sheila at (508) 669-6272 or visit us at www.dighton-ma.gov for more information.

Chair Yoga: Chair Yoga class is held for those 60+, on Tuesdays, from 11 am -12 pm, at the Dighton Council on Aging, in the Lincoln Village Community Center, 300 Lincoln Ave., N. Dighton. Please call 508-823-0095 for more information.

Tai Chi Classes: Tai Chi Classes are held on Fridays, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Classes are held at the Dighton Council on Aging, 300 Lincoln Ave., N. Dighton. For more information please call (508) 823-0095.

Exercise Classes: Classes are held for those ages 60+, on Mondays and Wednesdays starting at 9:30 a.m., at the Dighton Council on Aging. For more information please call 508-823-0095.

GATRA Transportation: Makes Everyday Life a Little Easier, GATRA provides Dial-A-Ride, a curb-to-curb transportation for persons 60 years or older. To find out which services are available call: 1-800-483-2500 or visit the website www.gatra.org

Med Wheels - Long Distance Medical Transportation: funded through United Way of Greater Attleboro/Taunton for seniors and people with disabilities that are ADA eligible in Dighton, and surrounding communities. To make a reservation, please call 508-823-8828, ext. 263.

DIGHTON HOUSING AUTHORITY: Applications are being accepted for one bedroom apartments at Lincoln Village, low income housing for the Elderly/Disabled. Dighton residents having preference. The age requirement is 60+. Those with a permanent disability or handicap also qualify. Limits of income are $46,000 for an individual and $52,600 for a couple. Rent is based on 30% of gross income and includes all utilities. Please contact the Dighton Housing Authority at 508-823-8361, 300 Lincoln Avenue, North Dighton, MA 02764. The office is open from 8:00 a.m. till 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. For more information and an application please visit the Dighton Housing Authority website:
http://dightonhousingauthority.org

Pinochle-Cribbage-Whist: We need players! Games are played at the Lincoln Village Community Center, on Wednesdays and Thursday at 1:00 p.m. We also have a Whist Party scheduled for the 1st. and 3rd. Monday of the month at 1:00 p.m.

File Of Life Provided by the Dighton Lions Club. We have the File Of Life for distribution to Dighton Seniors. It is a Red file that you fill with medical information/history, and keep on your refrigerator door. It will be readily available if needed, by Emergency Medical Technicians, who will be able to perform corrective treatment at once. And it also helps in notifying proper emergency contacts. You may pick one up at the Dighton Council on Aging, or call 508-823-0095 for more information.

Do You Need Help With Your Heating Costs? Help Is Available Wondering if you qualify for Fuel Assistance? If you do, you may also apply for the Weatherization Program and the Home Heating Repair / Replacement Program. Please call Citizens for Citizens, 1 Taunton Green, Taunton, at (508) 823-6346 to apply for the Fuel Assistance Program and then you can apply for the energy saving programs.

Nutritious Meals are served at “Prime Time” Monday through Friday at 11:30 a.m. by reservation. Call Sheila at 508-669-6272 by 10:30 a.m. the previous day to reserve a meal. A donation of $2.00 per meal is suggested. Home delivered meals can be arranged for homebound elders upon request. If you know of someone who is homebound and in need of home delivered meals please call (508)- 823-0095 or (508) 669-6272.

The SHINE (Serving Health Information Needs of Elders) is available to assist you with questions concerning available Medicare HMOs and Medicare Supplements (Medigaps). Please call 1-800- 987-2510 for more information.