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(937) 426-6166 BEAVERCREEKOHIO.GOV VOLUME VI, ISSUE 7 NOVEMBER 2017 VETERAN S DAY PROGRAM A special day to honor our veterans is scheduled for Friday, November 10th at noon.

We also honor those currently serving around the world as well. Courtney from Day Springs will be sponsoring the event including food and door prizes.

THANKSGIVING LUNCHEON Our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon is slated for Tuesday, November 21st at 12 noon.

1 (937) BEAVERCREEKOHIO.GOV VOLUME VI, ISSUE 7 NOVEMBER 2017 VETERAN S DAY PROGRAM A special day to honor our veterans is scheduled for Friday, November 10th at noon. As always we will have a special lunch and program to recognize and celebrate not only our veterans here at the center but all veterans, many who made the ultimate sacrifice. We also honor those currently serving around the world as well. Courtney from Day Springs will be sponsoring the event including food and door prizes. There are a limited number of spots for this event and it is free for our veterans. If you would like to attend and share your day with our veterans you may sign up and attend for only $5. THANKSGIVING LUNCHEON Our annual Thanksgiving Luncheon is slated for Tuesday, November 21st at 12 noon. We will celebrate and thank our sponsors who throughout the year help make many of our special events and programs possible. This is always one of our most popular events and sells out quickly so sign up now! Cost for members is only $5. Join us as we express our thanks for another year of fun, food and friendship at the Center. Special thanks to all of our volunteers who do so much for the Center and our members! DAVID S CEMETARY HISTORY PRESENTATION The Center will offer a presentation on David s Cemetery on Monday, November 6 at 10 am. Eric A. Watne, Assistant Superintendent will provide the program that will teach folks about the founding Fathers and Mothers of the Kettering area, including Veterans, inventors, sports and media personalities. The program is free but we ask that you please sign up as there will be limited seating. STUDENTS VISIT CENTER The Beavercreek High School students will make their annual visit to the Center on Wednesday, November 29 at 9 am. The students will prepare us a delicious breakfast including a pancake bar, donuts, fresh fruit and juice. In addition we will play some games and enjoy some entertainment from the students. Really get into the holiday spirit by dressing in your most festive attire! There will be a contest for the most spectacular holiday getup. This is always a fun day for both our members and the students! The fun of games mixed with the sharing of stories by both groups is special. We tell them of stories of the past in our lives they share current stories and what their future plans are. This intergenerational program is always very interesting and one of the most unique programs we do. Please sign up as soon as possible- slots are limited! Hope to see you there! TUESDAY TECH TIPS Enjoy one-on-one instruction with Beavercreek Community librarians every 2nd and 4th Tuesday. Drop in from noon - 2:00 pm for basic help on the computers with your , searching the Internet, and using Facebook. Bring your laptop, phone, or tablet and learn how to download apps or set up your contacts. Starts November 14! 1 1

2 RECREATION ACTIVITY MONDAYS TUESDAYS WEDNESDAYS THURSDAYS FRIDAYS Cards Games & Activities Hase (Euchre) 1:00 pm 2nd Monday Gluten Free Group 10 am Bridge lessons 1:30 pm Bid Euchre 9:00 am 3rd Tuesday Bunco 10 am (once per month) Bridge 12:30 pm Mah Jong 9:30 am Corn Hole 1:00 pm Dominos 2:00 pm Euchre 1:00 pm Organized Pool Play Drop In Classes Line Dance 1:30pm Drop in Group 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Art Class 10:00am Tournament 9:15 am to 12:00 pm Drop in Group 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Knitting Class 2:00pm Monthly/Bimonthly Programs 2nd MONDAYS 2nd & 4th TUESDAYS 2nd THURSDAYS 1st & 3rd THURSDAYS 4th THURSDAYS 1st FRIDAYS 2nd FRIDAYS MONDAYS TUESDAYS WEDNESDAYS THURSDAYS FRIDAYS Videos 9:00 am to 10:00 am & 10:00 am to 11:00 am Red Shirt Guys, 9:00 am / Red Hat Hotties, 12:30 pm Care Giver Group, 9:30 am (location 3095 Dayton Xenia Rd.) See GCCOA info on page 6 for directions Movie 1 pm Wellness Checks, 11:45 am Bingo 1:00 pm Book Club, 1:00 pm Cards & Game Night, 7:00 to 9:00 pm Family Quest, 10:00 am EXERCISE & FITNESS Kick Boxing 9:00 am 18 minute video Videos 9:00 am to 10:00 am & 10:00 am to 11:00 am Tai Chi 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm Videos 9:00 am to 10:00 am & 10:00 am to 11:00 am Fitness with Brian 11:30 am to 12:00 pm Zumba with Instructor 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm Fitness with Brian 11:30 am to 12:00 pm Qi Gong with instructor 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm Fitness with Brian 11:30 am to 12:00 pm Fitness Room Expansion The fitness room has been expanded and relocated in the Center. We have some new equipment to go along with the existing cardio pieces like treadmills, bikes, ellipticals, and nu steps. There are nautilus machines as well as dumbbell area for strengthening and toning. The fitness area is open Monday through Thursday 9 am to 7 pm, Friday 9 am to 4 pm & Saturday 9 am to 12 pm. 2

Knitting Class - Knit Wits The Center is offering a beginners knitting class on Thursdays from 2 to 3:30 pm. You will need 1 pair of #7 knitting needles and 1-sugar n cream skein (ball) of yarn.

The band plays many shows throughout the community and if you are interested in a performance contact us at 426-6166. Any member is welcome to bring their instruments and play with them at practice.

HEARING TEST We are having hearing checks, including checking and/or cleaning hearing aids, at the Center.

GARDEN GROUP On Tuesday, November 21st the Senior Center Garden Group will be creating cornucopia centerpieces for Thanksgiving.

3 Knitting Class - Knit Wits The Center is offering a beginners knitting class on Thursdays from 2 to 3:30 pm. You will need 1 pair of #7 knitting needles and 1-sugar n cream skein (ball) of yarn. This is a drop-in class and new folks are welcome! This class is free and for members only. BEAVERCREEK STRUMMERS The Center s performance band practices at the Center on Thursday mornings at 9:30 am. The band plays many shows throughout the community and if you are interested in a performance contact us at Any member is welcome to bring their instruments and play with them at practice. Free to members only, non- members pay daily fee. Members are always welcome to come listen to practices. Looking for new members for the band so stop by and see us! HEARING TEST We are having hearing checks, including checking and/or cleaning hearing aids, at the Center. Butch, from the Fairborn Hearing Aid Center, will be here the third Thursday of the month from 11 am to 12 noon. The test are on a first come first serve basis. GARDEN GROUP On Tuesday, November 21st the Senior Center Garden Group will be creating cornucopia centerpieces for Thanksgiving. This date will assure the flowers will be at their best for the big day. We are scheduled to meet at approximately 1:30 following the Center s Thanksgiving meal. The cost is $12 and quantities are limited, so make your reservation! On December 5th we are having a Kissing Ball making workshop. Krissi Williams from Knollwood Garden Center will be our instructor. The cost for this fun project is $10, and quantities are limited. The finished product is guaranteed to live up it its name. Please bring your clippers for both classes. MOVIE BOO Madea winds up in the middle of mayhem when she spends a haunted Halloween fending off killers, paranormal poltergeists, ghosts, ghouls and zombies while keeping a watchful eye on a group of misbehaving teens. Movie stars Tyler Perry, Cassi Davis, Patrice Lovely, and Lexy Panterra. I heard Edith has seen every Madea movie by Tyler Perry and says they are the funniest movies she has ever seen. 3

BOOK NOOK AN AVAILABLE MAN - author HILMA WOLITZER When Edward Schuyler, a modest sixtytwo year old science teacher is widowed, he finds himself ambushed by female

Edward receives phone calls from widows seeking love, or at least lunch, while friends try to set him up at dinner parties.

But then his step-children surprise him by placing a personal ad in the newspaper on his behalf.

Gradually he begins dating and just when Edward thinks he has the game figured out, a chance meeting proves that loves always arrives when it's least expected.

John Steinbeck Joy travel will be in the Great Room at the Senior Center on Wednesday, December 6 th.

We will meet at 10:30. Bring friends and enjoy the refreshments with us. I just returned from a trip that Joy offered to the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta!

See you on the coach, Deb MEDICAL EQUIPMENT CHECK David and Ryan from Rehab at Home Therapy and Nursing Services will be on site to provide safety tips and answer any

4 BOOK NOOK AN AVAILABLE MAN - author HILMA WOLITZER When Edward Schuyler, a modest sixtytwo year old science teacher is widowed, he finds himself ambushed by female attention. There are plenty of unattached women around, but a healthy, handsome, available man is rare and desirable. Edward receives phone calls from widows seeking love, or at least lunch, while friends try to set him up at dinner parties. The problem is that Edward doesn't feel available. He is mourning his beloved wife, Bee, and prefers the familiar routine of work, gardening and bird-watching. But then his step-children surprise him by placing a personal ad in the newspaper on his behalf. The letters start pouring in and Edward is torn between his loyalty to Bee's memory and his growing longing for connection. Gradually he begins dating and just when Edward thinks he has the game figured out, a chance meeting proves that loves always arrives when it's least expected. Remember, initial and return for others to enjoy. TRAVEL WITH DEB What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness? John Steinbeck Joy travel will be in the Great Room at the Senior Center on Wednesday, December 6 th. Joyce and Greg Wingham will talk about all the splendid travels they have to offer for Chicago, Amish country, Mackinac Island, and Branson, just to mention a few! We will meet at 10:30. Bring friends and enjoy the refreshments with us. I just returned from a trip that Joy offered to the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta! What an amazing time. I highly recommend their agency to everybody here at the center. Call them toll free See you on the coach, Deb MEDICAL EQUIPMENT CHECK David and Ryan from Rehab at Home Therapy and Nursing Services will be on site to provide safety tips and answer any questions about medical equipment such as canes, walkers, and wheelchairs on Thursday, November 16 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm in the great room. Some of you will remember them from one of our recent lunch program last month. They do more then just check your equipment. They can talk to you about balance, strengthening exercises and much more. Just stop by and talk to David or Ryan about any issues you may have and they may be able to help you. If not they will know who can! No sign up required just come with your equipment and these gentlemen will take care of you. 4

5 BEAVERCEEK SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES NOVEMBER 2017 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY :00 PM Corn Hole 9:30 AM Strummers Practice 10:00 AM Pool 11:45 AM Wellness Check 12:30 PM Birthday Party 1:00 PM Bingo 2:00 PM Knitting Class 3:30 PM Tai Chi 9:00 AM Exercise Tape 3 10:00AM French Class 1:00 PM Euchre 6:00 PM Chicken 7:00 PM Games :00 AM Exercise Tape 1 10:00 AM David Cemetery Presentation 11:30 AM Excercise with Brian 1:00 PM Hase - Euchre 1:30 PM Line Dancing 1:30 PM Bridge Lessons 4:00 PM Yoga 9:00 AM Bid Euchre 9:00 AM Kick Boxing 10:00 AM Art Class 1:00 PM Pool 1:00 PM Healthy U Diabetes 1:30 PM Zumba Gold 1:00 pm Corn Hole 9:30 AM Strummers Practice 10:00 AM Pool 1:00 PM NARFE 1:00 PM Movie 2:00 PM Knitting Class 3:30 PM Tai Chi 4:00 PM QiGong DVD 9:00 AM Exercise Tape 3 10:00 AM Family Quest 10:00 AM French Class 12:00 PM Veterans Day Lunch and Program 1:00 PM Euchre :00 AM Exercise Tape 1 9:00 AM Red Shirts 10:00 AM Gluten Free Group 11:30 AM Excercise with Brian 12:30 PM Red Hotties 1:00 PM Hase - Euchre 1:00-3:00 PM Balance Assessment 1:30 PM Line Dancing 1:30 PM Bridge Lessons 4:00 PM Yoga 9:00 AM Bid Euchre 9:00 AM Kick Boxing 10:00 AM Art Class 12:00 PM Tech Tips 1:00 PM Pool 1:00 PM Healthy U Diabetes 1:30 PM Zumba Gold 9:00-11:00 AM Balance Assessment 1:00 PM Corn Hole 9:30 AM Strumers Practice 10:00 AM Pool 11:45 AM Wellness Check 1:00 PM Bingo 2:00 PM Knitting Class 3:30 PM Tai Chi 4:00 PM QiGong DVD :00 AM Excercise Tape 3 10:00 AM French Class 11:30 AM Lunch and Learn 1:00 PM Euchre 9:00 AM Exercise Tape 1 11:30 AM Excercise with Brian 1:00 PM Hase - Euchre 1:30 PM Line Dancing 1:30 PM Bridge Lessons 4:00 PM Yoga 9:00 AM Bid Euchre 9:00 AM Kick Boxing 10:00 AM Art Class 10:00 AM Bunco 10:00 AM Gardening Group 12:00 PM Thanksgiving Luncheon 1:00 PM Pool 1:00 PM Healthy U Diabetes 1:30 PM Zumba Gold 1:00 PM Corn Hole CLOSED FOR THANKSGIVING DAY CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY :00 AM Exercise Tape 1 11:30 AM Excercise with Brian 1:00 PM Hase - Euchre 1:30 PM Line Dancing 1:30 PM Bridge Lessons 4:00 PM Yoga 9:00 AM Bid Euchre 9:00 AM Kick Boxing 10:00 AM Art Class 12:00 PM Tech Tips 1:00 PM Healthy U Diabetes 1:00 PM Pool 1:30 PM Zumba Gold 9:00 AM H.S. Students' Breakfast 1:00 PM Corn Hole 9:30 AM Strumers Practice 10:00 AM Pool 2:00 PM Knitting Class 3:30 PM Tai Chi 4:00 PM QiGong DVD 5

6 FROM YOUR COUNCIL ON AGING November is the month we like to give special thanks and gratitude to the people around us who have allowed us to be of service and support to the seniors and caregivers of Beavercreek. We continue to connect with wonderful individuals through various programs and activities, including Lunch n Learns, Partners In Care, caregiver support groups, Brain Fitness afternoons, Medicare counseling and enrollment, countywide events, and of course whenever we are walking through the beautiful Center! Our partnership with the members, volunteers and staff of the Center is so very special, but it also helps us to be the best we can be and for that, we are especially thankful. The Council s printed 2018 calendar is now available at the Center and the Council s Beavercreek and Xenia offices. Each month showcases a Greene County senior or senior couple and their animal companions. As always, the calendars are going fast, so if you would like to have one, don t wait The Council s Holiday Gift Soiree and Open House is Wednesday December 6 th from 11am to 6pm at the Xenia Community Center (1265 W. Second St), next door to the Council s Xenia office. Your creative and talented GCCOA team and volunteers have been busy preparing for the transformation of the hallway and classrooms into something extra special, including a Cabin in the Woods, Sugar Plum Dreams, Christmas for the Birds, the Vintage Kitchen, and the Old Fashioned Christmas Store Window. As always, you will find one-of-a-kind creations, gifts for and related to our furry companions, unique treasures for the sports enthusiast, and find yourself tempted by the homemade sweet treats and savories. Your GCCOA team looks forward to seeing you! The November Lunch n Learn is Friday, November 17 th from 11:30am to 1pm and we will be talking about how to read and make sense of food labels, which goes a long way in helping us make good choices and help manage our blood sugar. And speaking of good choices, a tasty lunch will be provided. Space is limited and reservations are required by November 13 th, which you can make by calling or stopping into the Center. 6 MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT Open Enrollment kicked off last month and we have already assisted hundreds of Greene County beneficiaries with their annual review. We have been pleased to help individuals we have known for quite some time and many who are new to the Council. For those known to the Council, a good portion only had to share updated information over the phone or via e- mail. Others have met with Susan Allen in the Beavercreek or Xenia offices. For the 2018 year, there are 23 prescription plans and 35 Advantage plans available to Greene County beneficiaries. There are changes to premiums, co-pays and what medications and providers are covered. If you have not yet reviewed your 2018 options and would like our assistance, please contact the Council at or info@gccoa.org. When contacting the Council, it is important to have your current medication list, including dosage/frequency, your list of doctors and preferred pharmacy. We are working with beneficiaries in the order they contacted the Council, so your patience is appreciated. The December 7 th deadline will be here before we know it, so please don t delay in making contact for a review. FOR CAREGIVERS: The Caregiver Support Group will meet the 2 nd and 4 th Tuesdays November 14 th and 28 th at 9:30am, in the conference room of the BeaverView Health Center building at 3095 Dayton-Xenia Road (dark brown building, two lots west of McDonald s). The group is for individuals caring for an older loved one, whether they are a spouse, parent, sibling, neighbor or friend. As we move into the holiday season, it is even more important for caregivers to have additional supports in their lives. For more information, please contact the Council at or info@gccoa.org.

MORE PROGRAMS TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM Our transportation program provides Beavercreek seniors rides to places such as; dialysis, doctors, groceries, hairdressers, the Center and many other locations.

For non- emergency medical appointments, we include local hospitals as well as doctor s offices in Fairborn and Xenia.

VOLUNTEER DRIVERS AND ESCORTS NEEDED. STOP BY OR CALL THE CENTER AT426-6166.

glucose. The staff will also keep a log of each visit to see how folks are maintaining their health. We thank both companies for volunteering to provide these services free to our members!

Lunch is scheduled for Monday, November 13th at 12 noon.

This breakfast meeting is held on the second Monday of each month and is open to all men who are members of the Beavercreek Senior Center. You may join the fellows anytime as a new member.

7 MORE PROGRAMS TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM Our transportation program provides Beavercreek seniors rides to places such as; dialysis, doctors, groceries, hairdressers, the Center and many other locations. We require a minimum notice of 48 hours in advance. Medical requests take top priority. For non- emergency medical appointments, we include local hospitals as well as doctor s offices in Fairborn and Xenia. Fee for a ride is $2 each way in Beavercreek and $4 each way outside the City or Township. The Center also sells punch cards so you don t have to have cash each time you ride. VOLUNTEER DRIVERS AND ESCORTS NEEDED. STOP BY OR CALL THE CENTER AT WELLNESS CHECKS The Village at the Greene is here the 1st Thursday and Prestine Senior Living on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 11:45 am to 12:45 pm to provide health checks, blood pressure and glucose. The staff will also keep a log of each visit to see how folks are maintaining their health. We thank both companies for volunteering to provide these services free to our members! BEAVERCREEK SENIOR CENTER RED HOTTIES The Red Hotties will enjoy lunch at the Old Bag Of Nails 101 East Alex Bell (west end of Cross Point Center where sears use to be). Lunch is scheduled for Monday, November 13th at 12 noon. The Hatters will also celebrate Christmas at Archers on Dorothy Lane RED SHIRT GUYS The Red Shirt Guys will meet at 9 am on Monday, November 13 at the Hasty Tasty Pancake House, on Linden Avenue. This breakfast meeting is held on the second Monday of each month and is open to all men who are members of the Beavercreek Senior Center. You may join the fellows anytime as a new member. For more information or to join the group please contact Ron DeRamus at Wear your red shirt and join us! News & Notes Lunch Program The Older Americans Act supports the lunch program served at the Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12 noon. You must sign up by 11 am the day before by calling the Center for a reservation at There is a suggested donation of $2 but not required. BOOK CLUB The club meets on the 4th Thursday of the month at 1 pm. The group will not meet in November due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Please feel free to join the group. For more info contact Carolyn at FAMILY QUEST The genealogy class meets the 2nd Friday of each month at 10 am at the Center. New members are always welcome. 7

Volume VI, Issue 1 November 2017 LOFINO SENIOR CENTER MAILING ADDRESS: 1368 Research Park Dr. Beavercreek, Ohio 45432 LOCATION ADDRESS: 3868 Dayton Xenia Rd.

PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID DAYTON,OHIO PERMIT NO 728 BUNCO The popular dice game, Bunco, is played at the Center on the third Tuesday of the month at 10 am.

8 Volume VI, Issue 1 November 2017 LOFINO SENIOR CENTER MAILING ADDRESS: 1368 Research Park Dr. Beavercreek, Ohio LOCATION ADDRESS: 3868 Dayton Xenia Rd. If you are interested in receiving this newsletter, please contact the Center. PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID DAYTON,OHIO PERMIT NO 728 BUNCO The popular dice game, Bunco, is played at the Center on the third Tuesday of the month at 10 am. No need to sign up just drop by the Center on that Tuesday ready to Roll The Dice for some fun! As always, there will be some snacks and/or treats available. Great way to meet some new friends and have a good time. Join us on November 21st. BALANCE ASSESSMENT The Center will offer balance assessments on Monday, November 13th from 1 to 3 pm and Wednesday, November 15th from 9 to 11 am. These will be balance assessments to determine an individuals risk for falling based on two or three simple assessments. These tests can show lower extremity weakness which is the #1 indicator of a person s risk for falling. When an individual is able to increase their balance, they decrease their risk for falling and give the individual the confidence to walk and carry on with their every day routine. Many people think they are doing well with their physical activity but don t realize that their risk for falling is as great as it might be. Both days will offer 15 minute assessments. You must be signed up for one of the time slots and registration is taken on a 1st come 1st serve basis. CENTER HOURS: Monday through Thursday, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Saturday, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm 8

HALLOWEEN PARTY ANNUAL HEALTH FAIR CENTER OFFERS CPR CLASS

HALLOWEEN PARTY ANNUAL HEALTH FAIR CENTER OFFERS CPR CLASS (937) 426-6166 BEAVERCREEKOHIO.GOV VOLUME VI, ISSUE 7 OCTOBER 2017 NEW FITNESS ROOM OPEN! As part of the renovation project to the annex buildings next to the Center we received a new space for our fitness