Submitted by the Bedford Council on Aging
There are a lot of great November events coming along for Bedford’s seniors!
Saturday, November 2 at 12:30 PM
Annual Police & Fire Cookout
Come enjoy a fall cookout sponsored by our friends from Bedford Police and Fire on Saturday November 2 at 12:30 pm at the Council on Aging. There is no charge for this event, but space is limited, so please sign up by calling the COA at 781-275-6825.
Mondays at 10 AM
Monday Morning Quarterback Club
Who needs talk radio? Whether you cheer for the Patriots or some other team come talk sports at the Bedford Council on Aging each Monday morning at 10 AM. All are welcome to join this new sports-focused group lead by fellow sports fan, Lou Ennis. Baseball, basketball, and hockey fans are encouraged to come too! There will be plenty to discuss!
Monday, November 4 at 1 PM
Estate Planning Mistakes
People have a lot of misconceptions about what they can and cannot do when it comes to estate planning, making gifts, and planning for long-term care. In this talk on Monday November 4 at the Bedford Council on Aging at 1 PM, Attorney Eric Prichard from Brown & Brown, P.C. will discuss common mistakes seniors make when planning and how to fix them if they’ve happened to you. All are welcome!
Tuesday, November 5 at 10:30 AM
Meet the Nurse
Join us at the Bedford Council on Aging to welcome Joyce Cheng, Bedford’s Community Health Nurse. Joyce has been working for the Town since September, so many of you may have already met her, but now is your chance to come chat with her!
Tuesday November 5 at 7 PM
Crafts- Dollhouse Miniatures
Everything is an art. Creativity is exploration celebrating change and growth. The young and the older person have the time to be kids. Explore your “kidness” with Jim Boyd at the Bedford Council on Aging. On Tuesday November 5, 7 PM come learn how to make dollhouse miniatures. Supplies will be provided. All you need to bring is yourself!
Wednesday November 6 at 1 PM
Understanding Your Options
This program was VERY well received by those who attended in September so we decided to give you another opportunity to take advantage of this free educational talk! Understanding your options before a health need arises is critical to informed decision making that often occurs in a moment of crisis. Join Candy Costas, VP of Privatus Care Solutions, at the Bedford Council on Aging on Wednesday November 6 at 1 PM for a discussion of the various choices that are clinically safe, socially appealing, and financially appropriate. We will discuss the true realities of assisted living, rehab after a hospital stay, how to find trustworthy caregivers, and what is covered by insurance.
Friday November 8 at 12:30 PM
Celebrate Our Veterans
Join us at the Bedford COA for coffee and dessert in honor of those who served our country!
State Representative Ken Gordon will also be presenting a citation to our Board Chair Bobbie Ennis! Please RSVP to the Bedford Council on Aging at (781) 275-6825.
Tuesday November 12 at 7 PM
Holiday Decorating Made Simple
Join us at the Bedford Council on Aging on Tuesday November 12 at 7 PM! Ellie Pooya is a certified interior designer and founder of SIMPLY YOUR HOME, based in Bedford that serves Interior decorating service to Metrowest Boston. She believes every person is unique therefore deserves a unique arrangement to express her/his personality. She works closely with her clients to achieve this goal in designing their rooms and arranging their events in a timely manner within their budget. In this talk she will bring some easy holiday decorating ideas to simply dress up your fire place, table or favorite room with easy to make Christmas centerpieces, wreath and fireplace mantel treatments.
Wednesday November 13 at 8:30 AM
Put a Lid On It!
Join Fire and Life Safety Educator Nick Anderson for breakfast (only $3!) at the Bedford Council on Aging on Wednesday November 13 at 8:30 AM. Nick will show us some simple ways to stay safe in our own kitchens. Please sign up ahead of time by calling (781) 275-6825.
Wednesday November 13 at 12:30 PM
Eye Care
It’s a fact of life that vision changes occur as you get older. But these changes don’t have to compromise your lifestyle. Knowing what to expect and when to seek professional care are important steps to safeguarding your vision. Local Optometrist, Dr. Kiana Kaymanesh of Bedford Vision Center will be at the Bedford Council on Aging on Wednesday November 13 at 12:30 PM to talk about how to maintain healthy eyes.
Sunday November 17 at 11 AM – 1 PM
Extreme Couponing with Elizabeth Lahens
Tired of spending so much money on groceries? Learn how to save from Elizabeth Lahens, a couponing master! She will be at the Bedford Council on Aging on Sunday November 17 at 11 AM. Extreme couponing isn’t as crazy as it may sound! You don’t have to let coupons dominate your life or be embarrassed at the cash register. You just need the right strategies to use coupons in conjunction with store sales and promotions and then enjoy the satisfaction of getting items for free or close to it. It’s all about timing. This course will break down the couponing process into manageable and easy-to-follow steps to get you on your way to saving at least 50% on your grocery bill. Please consider bringing one non-perishable food item to be donated. Elizabeth has taught extreme couponing skills at over 30 community education programs, as well as to groups of educators, schools, PTOs, mothers’ groups, non-profit organizations, churches, military organizations, food pantries and more!
Monday November 18 at 11 AM
5 Simple Exercises to Increase Your Strength Today
Since 1991, Steve Satin has been an Exercise Physiologist and President of Satin Wellness In-Home Personal Training. On Monday November 18 at 10 AM at the Bedford Council on Aging he will present a program of simple exercises you can do in your home that can help increase your strength and maintain/build strong bones and joints. 5 Simple Exercises to Increase Your Strength Today includes safe and effective exercises even if you have heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, joint and/or back pain. Whether you are physically fit or have an injury or health challenge; these exercises can be done by anyone. Come have fun with Steve!
Tuesday November 19 at 6:30 PM
Encore Presentation: Nova Scotia and Southern New Brunswick
Join Carol and Ron Reynolds on November 19 at 6:30 PM as they share photos and video of their travels around Nova Scotia and Southern New Brunswick. After following the Lighthouse Route to Peggy’s Cove, and spending a day in Halifax, they followed the Cabot Trail, hiked in Cape Breton Highlands, enjoyed a Ceilidh, and experienced living history at Fortress Louisbourg. In New Brunswick, they were amazed at the dramatic tides along the Bay of Fundy. Come and share their memories of quaint fishing villages, Acadian jigs and Celtic music.
Tuesday November 19 at 7 PM
Crafts- Paper Engineering Models
Everything is an art. Creativity is exploration celebrating change and growth. The young and the older person have the time to be kids. Explore your “kidness” with Jim Boyd at the Bedford Council on Aging. On Tuesday November 19, 7 PM learn how to make paper engineering models. Supplies will be provided. All you need to bring is yourself!
Thursday November 21 at 1-3 PM
Are You Concerned About Your Memory?
Are you concerned about memory loss? Do you want to find out how your memory is now and for future comparison? Memory screenings make sense for anyone concerned about memory loss or experiencing warning signs of dementia; whose family and friends have noticed changes in them; or who believe they are at risk due to a family history of Alzheimer’s disease or a related illness. Screenings also are appropriate for anyone who does not have a concern right now, but who wants to see how their memory is now and for future comparisons.
Thursday November 21, 2013 is National Memory Screening Day. Senior Helpers of Westford will be offering free, confidential memory screenings at the Bedford Council on Aging from 1 to 3 pm. All the memory screenings will be conducted by a Registered Nurse. Please call the Bedford Council on Aging at (781) 275-6825 to make an appointment.
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Tuesday December 31 at 9:30 AM – 3PM
Year’s Eve at Noon – $70
Make your New Year’s Eve celebration unforgettable with a cruise on the Odyssey. Ring in the New Year with a delicious 3-course lunch on Boston Harbor, fun party favors, and a champagne toast at noon. A Disc Jockey will entertain you while you enjoy impeccable service and stunning skyline views. Your coach bus will depart from Bedford at 9:30 AM on Tuesday December 31 and will return at approximately 3 PM. The cost of this trip is $70 due upon sign up. Advanced sign up is necessary in order to reserve enough spaces.
Friday December 6 at 10-4 PM
Impressionists on the Water
On Friday December 6 we will visit the Peabody Essex Museum where we will see nearly 60 oil paintings, works on paper, models and small crafts—all illuminating the importance that access to the sea and France’s extensive inland waterways played in the development of one of the world’s most robust artistic movements. Following the tour we will enjoy lunch at the elegant Hawthorne Hotel. Meal choices include Baked New England Scrod with Lemon Butter or Charbroiled Chicken with grilled onions and apple corn relish. The cost of the trip is $70 due upon sign up which begins on November 5. We will depart at 10 AM and return at about 4 PM.
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