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WHAT IS THE BROWN BAG PROGRAM? Our Senior Center Director Explains this very important nutrition program!
WHAT IS THE BROWN BAG PROGRAM? This program provides income eligible seniors, age 60 and over, with a free bag of groceries on the first Tuesday of each month. Elder Service of Merrimack Valley, Inc. and the Greater Boston Food Bank have joined forces to offer an Elder Brown Bag Program, for low income, as measured by participation in (or eligible for,) at least one program for which proof of income has been demonstrated. Food will be distributed from the North Andover Senior Center at noon on the day of the program. A typical Brown Bag contains perishable and shelf-stable foods including, cereal, beef stew, canned tuna, spaghetti, pasta sauce, raisins, apple juice, instant oatmeal, produce and cheese. There is no cost involved. One bag per household. Each participant must fill out an application and return it to
Elder Services of Merrimack Valley. When your application is approved you will receive an identification card. At this time arrangement may be made for pick up or drop-off for homebound elders. From time to time this program may reach its maximum number of participants. When that happens, a waiting list will be created. If you would like additional information please contact the Outreach Department at 978 688-9560.
"When Italian Eyes are Smiling...the Whole World Smiles With You". Luncheon sponsored by Selectman Rosemary Connelly Smedile and Stacheys Pizza. Wednesday March 23rd at the North Andover Senior Center for noon. Sign up with reception. Open to the first 80 North Andover Seniors.
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MEN’S BREAKFAST – Thursday April 14th at 9am. Following at 9:30 the speaker will be the Town Manager of North Andover, Andrew Maylor.
RED SOX OPENING DAY – Monday April 11th. Come to the Senior Center to enjoy a “Fenway” frank with baked beans and chips. Wear your team spirit shirts and caps. Sign up with reception. Cost $3.00.
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ONE ON ONE COMPUTER INSTRUCTION: 45 minute sessions for $7. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9-12 with George Chory. Make your appointments with reception 978-688-9560. This time can accommodate gadgets, such as Phones, Tablets, etc.
S.H.I.N.E. Volunteers: (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders)
Free, confidential counseling on all aspects of health insurance to North Andover residents on Medicare; Call center for an appointment.
Volunteers are the backbone of the North Andover Senior Center, we currently need Medical Transport Volunteers. You can set your own hours. Call the Senior Center for more information. Speak with our Program Coordinator at 688-9560 for an application and assistance.
NEWS & VIEWS: Every Wednesday at 10–11:30. Come and join in the lively discussion of current events, politics, history and you never know what else?!
MEET WITH AN ATTORNEY: Atty. Ramsey Bahrawy, April 12 and Atty. Bridget Murray April 26th. Schedule with Reception-first consult is free.
MR. FIX IT: First and Third THURSDAY of the month from 12-3pm. We repair almost as good as new. Lamps, with cords and sockets, replace watch batteries, small tables and chairs. Anything that is not listed, we will give it a shot! Your cost is $2 - $4 depending on work needed, plus parts. Proceeds benefit the Senior Center.
WALK IN CLINIC: Wednesdays 9-12 pm, the North Andover Senior Center and Home Health Inc/VNA operate a wellness clinic. If you are a North Andover Senior, we urge you to take advantage of this opportunity to check your blood pressure, blood sugar, weight and blood oxygen levels. Consult privately with an RN regarding any medication and health issues that you are concerned about. There is no charge for this service. Donations are gratefully accepted.
FOOT CARE: RN Catherine Languedoc, Foot Care Specialist $30, third Friday of every month from 9-3pm.
ROCKINGHAM MALL TRIP- March 28th 2016, call for reservation.
WALKING GROUP- Our Walking Group walks at the Youth Center every morning at 9 a.m., must wear appropriate foot gear for inside the gymnasium.
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