Submitted by the Bedford Council on Aging
There is a lot going on at the Council on Aging this month: Actvities here in Bedford and others as far away as Newport, RI!
Tuesday April 1 at 1:30 PM
Jerry Atric-The Older I Get
The Bedford Council on Aging, in conjunction with the Bedford Cultural Council, presents Steve Henderson as “Jerry Atric”, a solo comedy about an elderly gentleman and his experiences with ice cream, health care, romance, and more. You won’t want to miss this entertaining show that reminds us about the possibilities for happiness, love, and fulfillment no matter what your age! This program is supported in part by a grant from the Bedford Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency. Please call the Bedford Council on Aging at (781) 275-6825 to sign-up for this performance!
Tuesday April 8 at 5:30 PM
“Dine & Discover”
Come enjoy a light dinner sponsored by Newbury Court Senior Living Community in Concord, MA. Discover “what we’re all about”! We’ll have an informal discussion and presentation about our community. Barbie Rugg and Jane Taylor (A Bedford Resident!) will facilitate this session. Please call the Bedford Council on Aging to RSVP by Friday April 4 (781) 275-6825.
Wednesday April 9 at 1:00 PM
Benefits of Irrevocable and Revocable Trusts
Top 5 reasons for using a trust: 1. Avoid Probate 2. Asset Protection 3. Minimize Estate Taxes 4. Management of Assets for Children and Grandchildren or 5. Disabled, Living Revocable Trust vs. Irrevocable Trust or Testamentary Trust? How a Trust is used in Nursing Home and Medicaid Planning. I only have my house and $100,000, do I need a Trust? Estate Tax Basics Dale will also be offering three 45-minute individual consultations that day beginning at 9:00 AM. Please call the Bedford Council on Aging at (781) 275-6825 to register for the seminar or to make an individual appointment.
Wednesday April 9 at 6:30 PM
The Art of Digital Photography
Dennis Rainville started working with Digital Photography in 1999. Backed with an education in Electrical Engineering, Dennis was intrigued with the ability to create Fine Art Photographs with such techniques and tools as Focus Stacking, High Dynamic Range (HDR), multiple shot Panoramas, and pixel manipulation to create works of Fine art. In the “Art of Digital Photography” Dennis will show these techniques via examples of Photos that were created through pixel manipulation and a series of tools that are available to the Digital Photographer today. Please call the Bedford Council on Aging at (781) 275-6825 to sign up for this presentation.
Thursday April 10 at 11:30 AM
Lane School Talent Show & Senior Luncheon
Bedford seniors are invited to this annual event on Thursday April 10 at the Lane School as guests of the 5th graders! Cheese and crackers will be served at 11:30 AM with lunch at Noon. The show will begin at 12:30. Please RSVP by calling the Council on Aging at 781-275-6825.
Friday April 11 at 10:30 AM
Name That Tune!
Join us on Friday, April 11 10:30 AM for an interactive team event packed with fun music trivia; guess the performer, guess the song, plus some sing-alongs of our favorite tunes. Teams have the chance to win prizes plus everyone playing receives a gift! Presented by Laura Blair from Concord & Lexington Health Care Centers. Please call the Bedford COA to sign up at (781) 275-6825.
Saturday April 12 at 12:30 PM
Spring Fling
Let’s celebrate spring! Enjoy soup & salad for just $4.00! Bring your friends! Please RSVP by calling the Bedford Council on Aging at (781) 275-6825.
Wednesday April 16 at 10:15 AM
How To Shop Online
Would you like to know how to shop online and feel confident that you are doing it in a secure way? Then come to the Bedford COA on April 16 at 10:15 AM for a presentation by Leo Cierpial to learn the basics of computer shopping and to get you started in the right direction.
Wednesday April 16 at 1:00 PM
Choosing Your Retirement Path
Michael Franco of New York Life Insurance will be at the Bedford Council on Aging on Wednesday April 16 at 1:00 PM. This seminar covers topics concerning financial matter pertaining to older adults, such as: Solutions to Help Maximize Retirement Income; Preventing Assets From Depleting: Various Investments Options; The New Retirement Landscape.
Wednesday April 16 at 6:30 PM
Movie Night!
(Movie starts at 6:45) Enjoy your favorite movie snacks at the Bedford Council on Aging while you watch Singin’ in the Rain!
Thursday April 17 at 11:00 AM
Sleep – A Secret for Good Health
A good night’s sleep is essential for physical health and emotional well-being for everyone, no matter what your age is. Sleep allows your body to repair any cell damage that occurred during the day, and refreshes your immune system which helps to prevent disease. Older adults that do not sleep well are more likely to suffer from depression, fatigue, attention and memory problems. They are likely to suffer pain, nighttime falls, and increase use of prescription or over-the-counter sleeping aids. Insufficient sleep can also lead to many serious health problems including an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, weight problems, and breast cancer in women. Many physicians consider sleep to be a barometer of a person’s health. Community Health Nurse Joyce Cheng will lead a discussion session on Thursday, April 17 at 11:00 AM at the Bedford Council on Aging. Come and learn about how sleep pattern changes as you age and when sleep problems became a real issue for your health. You will learn the common cause of insomnia and sleep problems in older adults and how to improve sleep habits.
Tuesday April 22 at 6:00 PM
Zentangle®
We all need to relax from stress now and then. The Zentangle® Method offers a quick way to intentionally redirect your focus and enter a relaxed state almost immediately. It does not require any particular physical skill. Zentangle® art is easy to create and wonderful to share and enjoy. Come relax and discover Zentangle® with Dee Clarke, from the Bedford Public Library on Tuesday, April 22 at 6:00 PM at the Council on Aging. Please call (781) 275-6825 to register as space is limited.
Wednesday April 23 at 1:30 PM
Songs We Grew Up With
Sing along with Ken Pruyn at the Bedford Council on Aging!
Thursday April 24 at 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
AARP Driver Safety Course
Cars have changed. So have traffic rules, driving conditions, and the roads we drive on every day. Let us bring you up to speed with AARP’s Driver Safety Course. A great opportunity to refresh your skills, learn new and updated techniques and possibly even receive a discount on your auto insurance! The cost of this course is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members (payment required with pre-registration). Checks should be made payable to AARP. Class size is limited to 25 people so you must pre -register. Participants will receive a comprehensive workbook as well as a certificate upon completion of the course. A light lunch will be served. Please call (781) 275-825 to find out if space is still available.
Monday April 28 at 5:30 PM
Memory Loss: When It Happens to a Friend
Presented by Marilyn Stasonis, RN, BSN; Corporate Director of Resident Care Northbridge Companies on Monday, April 28, 5:30 PM at the Bedford Council on Aging. Attendees will learn how to: understand dementia; explain normal aging vs. memory impairment; have more fun & more meaningful interactions. Please RSVP to the COA (781) 275-6825.
Tuesday April 29 at 1:00 PM
Library Book Discussion
**Change from Newsletter** Staff from the Bedford Free Public Library will lead a discussion of Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn at the Bedford Council on Aging on Tuesday April 29 at 1:00 PM. Employing her trademark razor-sharp writing and assured psychological insight, Gillian Flynn delivers a fast-paced, devilishly dark, and ingeniously plotted thriller that confirms her status as one of the hottest writers around. On the day of their fifth wedding anniversary, Nick’s wife Amy disappears. There are signs of struggle in the house and Nick quickly becomes the prime suspect. It doesn’t help that Nick hasn’t been completely honest with the police and, as Amy’s case drags out for weeks, more and more vilifying evidence appears against him. Nick, however, maintains his innocence.
Wednesday April 30 at 5:00 PM
Joyful Melodies
Research has shown that there are many benefits of music for people with dementia. The Joyful Melodies! Program® is a music program that integrates familiar tunes from past eras to encourage participants to become engaged and sing-a-long! Jenn Quinn, Joyful Singer and ComForCare owner, invites caregivers and their families to enjoy a fun and relaxing evening on Wednesday, April 30 at 5:00 PM. There is no charge for this event. A light meal will be served so please register by calling the Bedford Council on Aging at (781) 275-6825.
Thursday May 1 at 11:15 AM
Fairy Homes & Gardens
Everyone loves fairies. They spark our imagination. Ethereal wings…flights of fancy…shimmering iridescent creatures… Where do they live? What do they do? What do they eat? We’ve searched worldwide and found artists who have made wonderful homes and gardens for the fairies and other wee people. Some are just doorways into fairy abodes; some are castles; and others are garden homes. These artists have helped answer some of our questions and provided fantastic homes and delightful gardens for fairies to live or just to visit for a while. Our Fairy Homes & Gardens book will be out in late 2014. You can get a head start now in this wonderful and charming 45 minute slide illustrated lecture at the Bedford Council on Aging. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Bedford Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.
Wednesday May 21 at 10:00 AM Departure
Explore Boston Trip – $65
Explore the City of Boston like never before with critically acclaimed actor, teacher and historian Stephen Collins. Experience a fully narrated 100 minute tour by a professionally licensed guide that includes the historical, literary, and architectural treasures of “Beantown”. A few of the sites encompassed in the tour include the USS Constitution, the Public Garden, Beacon Hill, the State House, Longfellow Bridge, Trinity Church, Cambridge, and Copley Square. Lunch will be at Salvatore’s with a choice of Fresh Rigatoni & Meatball, Eggplant Parmesan, Chicken Marsala, or Haddock Piccata. The bus will depart at 10:00 am and will return at about 3:00 pm. The cost of this trip is $65 due in full upon sign up. Checks should be made payable to FBCOA. Please call the Bedford Council on Aging at (781) 275-6825 starting April 1 to sign up!
Saturday June 28 at 8:00 AM Departure
Newport Flower Show
This year’s Newport Flower Show is themed “Journey: Grand Vistas”. As always, it features breathtaking floral displays in the glorious oceanfront setting of Rosecliff Mansion! Rosecliff provides an ideal canvas for this annual spectacular! Bring your appetite for a lunch buffet at the popular Atlantic Beach Club. The bus will depart at 8 am and will return at about 4:30 pm. The cost of this trip is $75, due in full upon sign up. Checks should be made payable to FBCOA. Please call the Bedford Council on Aging at (781) 275-6825 starting April 1 to sign up!
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