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February 2012 Newsletter THE DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE: By Ken Donarski This past month I had two seniors talk to me about scams going around. The first one, was a call from someone who does not identify themselves other than to say “Hi Grandma (my father-in-law got the “Hi Grandpa”) I have gotten myself into some trouble and I am wondering if you could send me some money and not tell my parents”. This senior lucked out because the Western Union person was smart enough to see this as a scam and told her to keep her money. My Father-In Law was persistent and kept asking which grandchild it was without giving out any names of his grandchildren. If they give you a name of one of your grandchildren, then you should ask them who their parents’ are and a phone number you can call them back on. (With Facebook people can track family information). Chances are they will not give you any this and will hang up. The second scam has to do with Medicare card. The person received a phone call and was told there is a problem with their Medicare number on their card and they need to verify some information. They will ask the name on the card, the card number and your bank account. This is a red flag.! Do Not give out any of this information over the phone unless you called Social Security for some reason. Social Security WILL NOT call you unless you had called them. They contact you in writing. The Alternative meal this month is a sandwich with turkey, roast beef, cheese, onion, tomato, and lettuce and a hearty bowl of soup. You do not need a reservation for this meal. Delivered to you, all this for a $2.50 donation.
SPECIAL EVENTS: “Protect Our Seniors, and Yourself” Ways To Do It – Wednesday, Feb. 1st – 10:00 You are not alone. Learn about your legal rights from Department of Human Services Adult Protective Services. AARP Tax Help – Fridays (starting Feb. 3rd), 9 - 1:30 Free electronic tax preparation. Service available to low and middle income, 60 and older. Bring 2011 tax returns, social security numbers and picture IDs. Senior Fraud and on “Being Scammed” – Friday, Feb. 10th – 10:00 A personal story from a family who survived and listen to their professional powerful presentation. Music by Bill Davis – Friday, Feb. 10th – 11:15 National Grapefruit Month – celebrated Monday, Feb. 13th – 8:30 The first 20 people in (after 8:30) will receive a healthy fresh grapefruit, sponsored by ResCare Home Care. Heart Healthy Talk – Monday, Feb. 13th - 10:00 February is American Heart Awareness Month. A RN from BrightStar Home Health will include in the discussion diet, exercise, and other factors regarding heart health. Valentine Lunch – Tuesday, Feb. 14th
Dream Workshop “The Value of Nightmares and How To Deal With Them” – Wednesday, Feb. 15th – 10:00 We welcome back Machiel Klerk, LMFT, a Jungiarn oriented mental health therapist and president of the Jung Society, and author with articles in the Catalyst Magazine. “The Aging Eye” Eye Doctor Visit - Wednesday, Feb.22nd – 10:00 Dr. Turner from Alta View Hospital will give an eye-opening presentation. First Aide, Demo’s of CPR, Chocking Assistance, AED (Automated External Defibulater) – Wednesday, Feb. 22nd – 10:00 Sandy City Fire Department will demonstrate and answer questions including safety. What & Hope to Cope with Dementia – Thursday, Feb. 23rd – 10:00 Nina Ferrell, MA from Salt Lake Behavioral Health will present dementia and Alzheimer’s disease talk. Join us for an energetic and informative in-service. Information provided on types of dementia and suggestions for managing at various stages of progression. Birds of Prey Program – Friday, Feb. 24th – 10:00 Find out facts about birds of prey. Meet a non releasable Golden Eagle. Presented by the Center for Environmental Education & Non releasable Raptors and Eagle Education. Cherry Breakfast – Tuesday, Feb. 28th – 8-9:00 C Celebrate National Cherry Month with this FREE breakfast sponsored by Rocky Mountain Care Hospice & SNF.
UPDATE ON CLASSES:
Scrap Booking Class – Now every Thursday in Feb. – 10:00 ALL supplies are provided, just bring in your pictures. Writing with Flair – Wednesdays, Feb. 1st & 15th – 1:30 Starting in Feb. we are adding another day each month to this creative writing workshop. Instructor Bettyanne Bruin (Wentworth Assisted Living in Draper) gives ideas on how to create stories that sell, books that delight, journals, assists in personal histories. AARP 55 Driver Safety Program – Wednesday, Feb. 1st - 10:00 Covers defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws and rules of the road, plus much more will be discussed. Women’s Support Group – Thursday, Feb. 2nd – 10:00 Topic: “Exploring Healthy Relationships” and a healthy relationship with yourself. This monthly group promotes mental and physical wellness. Facilitator is Jenny Yau, MSW degree with a Social Work license. Computer Registration – Monday, Feb. 6th – Friday, Feb. 10th 9:00 – 11:00 Classes start next week. Medicare Information – Fridays at 10:00 Feb. 3rd – Medicare Part D, Prescriptions. Feb. 17th - Medigap Information. James Piani from Salt Lake County will discuss issues about Medicare. NEW CLASS:
Five Crowns (card game) – Thursdays, Feb. 9th & 23rd – 2:00 Five Crowns is a progressive rummy style fun game with 5 suits. Enjoy this game with the charismatic Josi Meir. RESUMING IN FEBRUARY: Bunco (dice game) – Wednesday, Feb. 8th – 1:00 Bunco is a fun dice game played in rounds of 12 players or more. Prize for the best score also enjoy tea and refreshments. Master Gardener Talk – Thursdays, Feb. 9th & 23rd – 10:00 We welcome back our very knowledgeable instructor Dave Bowers to lead a series of workshops. Self Defense for Seniors – Thursday, Feb. 16th – 4:00 Brett Lechtenberg from Personal Mastery Martial Arts & Family Success Center in Sandy will instruct physical self defense. Hearing Screenings – Friday, Feb. 17th – 9:00 – 11:00 The free screenings are sponsored by “At Home Hearing”.
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