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North Andover Senior Center Shares Weekly News
Learn about financial scams that target seniors, volunteer opportunity and Senior Center events, groups and clubs below.
Financial scams targeting seniors have become so prevalent that they’re now considered “the crime of the 21st century.” Why? Because seniors are thought to have a significant amount of money sitting in their accounts. Financial scams also often go unreported or can be difficult to prosecute, so they’re considered a “low-risk” crime. However, they’re devastating to many older adults and can leave them in a very vulnerable position with little time to recoup their losses.
The facts state:
- About 45% of older adults are considered economically insecure, living at or below 250% of the federal poverty level. (U.S. Census Bureau, Current Population Survey, 2012 Annual Social and Economic Supplement)
- As they do not have enough money in checking or savings accounts, 1/3 of households carrying debt and headed by an adult aged 50+ use credit cards to cover essential expenses, such as rent, food, and other utilities. (Traub, 2013)
- 1 in 7 older adults is currently at risk for hunger. (Meals on Wheels Association of America)
It’s not just wealthy seniors who are targeted. Low-income older adults are also at risk of financial abuse. And it’s not always strangers who perpetrate these crimes. Over 90% of all reported elder abuse is committed by an older person’s own family members, most often their adult children, followed by grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and others. Financial abuse can be a door to door contractor who is using manipulation to take advantage of a homebound elder.
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A couple of other common scammers:
- “Charity”-- a fake charity…if you haven’t heard of them…ask them to send it in writing!
- “Accident”- a call stating a family member has been in one…Call that family member up and ask them if they are ok!
If you see something say something!
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As the weather get colder and the snow start to fly. Be a Good Neighbor check in on friends, older adults and neighbors, particularly those living alone. Our older adults are most susceptible to extreme temperatures caused by power outages.
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.
We want to take a quick moment to say THANK YOU NORTH ANDOVER for helping us GIVE BACK with our #GivingTrees this year!
Don’t Miss NEXT WEEK’s Monday Lecture Series: Monday Dec 21st, a special program, “Sing for the Health of It” starts at 10:00 am.
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NEW WELLNESS SERVICES AT THE NORTH ANDOVER SENIOR CENTER
MASSAGE THERAPIST: Antonio Chong, MSW, LMT will be at the North Andover Senior Center the 2nd Friday of every month 15 or 30 minute Chair Massage Sessions Available. Call reception for the Next Available Appointment. Special Discount for Senior Citizens.
FOOT CARE: RN Catherine Languedoc, Foot Care Specialist ($30), 3rd Friday of every month from 8:30-2:30.
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How about joining a new Exercise Class?
WALKING GROUP- Our Walking Group walks at the Youth Center at 9 a.m., Monday through Friday. Athletic shoes required for the gym floor.
Combo Exercise Class- Mondays at 10:00 -11:30 am
Joy of Exercise- Thursdays at 10:00 -11:00 am
Tai Chi & Chi Gong- Tuesdays at 9:00 -10:00 am
Yoga- Mondays at 9:00 -10:00 am
Zumba Basic & Fitness- Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 4:30-5:30 pm.
Zumba Gold- Mondays and Wednesdays at 3:30-4:15 pm.
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Other wonderful programs and classes to join-
CHESS CLUB: Tuesdays 1:00- 3:00 pm
MAHJONG: Thursdays 1:00- 3:00 pm
KNITTING: Tuesdays 9:30– 11:30 am. New project “Hats for Vets and Kids”
*WOMEN’S FORUM: 4th Thursday of every month, 1:30-3:00 pm(*Will return in January)
*ART CLASS: Tuesdays 1:00 -3:00 pm, $60 for 6 classes (*Will return in March)
ONE ON ONE COMPUTER INSTRUCTION: 45 minute sessions for $7, Tuesdays with George Chory and Thursdays with Tom Kooken. Hours are 9:00 am-12:00 pm. Make your appointments with reception 978-688-9560. This time can accommodate gadgets, too, if necessary (Phones, Tablets, etc.)
LECTURE SERIES: Every Monday 10:00-11:30 am. Call reception 978-688-9560 for the schedule.
NEWS & VIEWS: Every Wednesday at 10:00 –11:30 am. Come and join in the lively discussion of current events, politics, history and you never know what else?!
MEET WITH AN ATTORNEY: Atty. Bridget Murray, Tuesday Dec 22nd and Atty. Ramsey Bahrawy, Tuesday Jan 12th. Schedule with Reception-first consult is free.
MR. FIX IT: First and 3rd Thursday of every month from 12:00 -3:00 pm. 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 9:00 am-12:00 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.
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