North Andover Senior Center Weekly News

Interested in the North Andover Senior Tax Relief Program?

Applications for the North Andover Senior Tax Relief Program are now available for pick-up at the North Andover Senior Center. The application must be filled out completely and include all required documentation. Applicants must be 60 years of age, own and occupy the property for which North Andover property taxes are paid, and meet the minimum skill level required for the assigned position. Chosen applicants must complete 90 hours of service between September 8, 2015 and May 27th 2016, (total hours per week not to exceed 10). To be considered in the application process you must provide your most recent property tax bill, complete an I-9 Form and the application including Parts A and Part B. Additionally you must present a government issued ID. Applications must be returned to the Senior Center by 1:00 p.m. on Friday July 24, 2015 without exception. If the number of applicants exceeds 35, the selection process will be made by lottery on August 14th, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the North Andover Senior Center. If you are selected you must be cleared through the CORI system and then you can be assigned as a volunteer to a position that matches your skills. Opportunities for placement may be in the Town Hall, the North Andover Schools, Senior Center, Stevens Memorial Library, Stevens Estate, Police Department, Veterans Office, Water Department, Community Development and Building Department. Participants who complete all their 90 contracted hours by May 27th, 2016 (no exception) will receive $810.00 in a property tax abatement based on $9.00 per hour of service. This amount is considered taxable income. A Medicare payment of approximately $10.00 will be deducted from your total tax abatement.

Upcoming Socials:

Fresh Table is in full swing. Every Wednesday volunteers create a homemade meal that is served at the Senior Center. Sign up is limited to 30 seniors and you must pay ($5) at time of sign up by the Friday before. Menus available at reception.

TUESDAY NIGHT DINNER BUFFET: Tuesday July 14th at 4pm. Sign up begins Thursday July 2nd. Limited to 35 North Andover seniors. Sponsoring host is Blaire House of Tewksbury. Menu available with reception. $4 due at time of sign up.

DAY TRIP TO ROCKPORT AND BEAR SKIN NECK: Thursday July 16th. Van charge is $6 and lunch is on your own at any of the area eating establishments. Sign Up begins Thursday July 2nd. Bus departs at 9:30.

CHESS CLUB: Interested in LEARNING or TEACHING? Tuesdays 1-3 Call reception 978-688-9560 to sign up.

ONE ON ONE COMPUTER INSTRUCTION: 45 minute sessions for $7. Tuesdays with George Chory and Thursdays with Tom Kooken. Hours are 9-12. Make your appointments with reception 978-688-9560. This time can accommodate gadgets, too, if necessary (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. Third Tuesday of the month, in June, July and August.

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. Ray Cannon, July 1st and Atty. Ramsey Bahrawy, July 21st. 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 ($25), 3rd Friday of every month from 8:30-2:30.

WALKING GROUP- Our Walking Group walks at the Old Town Common during the summer at 9 a.m., Monday through Friday.

North Andover Country Club Golf Passes are available with reception. Two (2) 7 week programs are available to North Andover, age 60+senior residents. Courtesy Passes are $6, one program per senior with proof of residency only. Tee times are on Mondays, from12:30 – 2:30. 9 holes $15 and 18 holes $20. Dress code required.

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.

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