Senior Center Newsletter-Jan-March 2020

Formerly Chandler Christian Community Center

A quarterly newsletter for the Gilbert Senior Center nutrition and activities.

On There are many ways to get involved in Senior Center programs. Here are just a few: HAPPY NEW YEAR 2020!

We made it through the holidays!!

Onto a new year with exciting new things! Let’s make this year the BEST! In addition to this newsletter, we have a monthly calendar so don’t forget to look for new and exciting opportunities to participate. Let’s make the next three months AMAZING!!

Amanda Shepard

Volunteer

Fun Clubs

Looking to do something fun and meaningful? We need volunteer help in all areas of the center. We have a terrific group of volunteers, but we could use more.

Mondays- Wii Bowling

We would not be able to accomplish all that we do if it were not for the volunteers who give their time and energy on a daily basis. Thank you to those who serve and welcome to those who are interested in serving.

Tuesdays- RummiKub, Mahjong Wednesdays- Shanghi Push Bunco, Knit/Crochet Thursdays- Br idge Club, RummiKub Fridays- Cr afts, Pinochle Contact Amanda, A ctivities Specialist, at 480-503-6059 for more information.

Contact Lisa, Outreach Specialist, at 480-503-6061 to get a list of current volunteer opportunities.

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The Senior Center offers resources to assist with the common needs of seniors. For more information, contact Lisa at 480-503-6061.

You don’t have to spend time looking for resources. I can provide information on matters such as DMV and social security questions. I also have information on resources for AHCCCS, SNAP (food stamps), legal aid, Medicare assistance, government phones, and Dial-A-Ride.

I look forward to serving you!

Lisa Price, Outreach Specialist 480-503-6061

Pictures above: A wonderful group of Seniors went to the Art & Wine Festival in Carefree. Then lunch @ The Horny toad. It was a beautiful day.

Formerly Chandler Christian Community Center

There are more ways to get information about Senior programs.

Check us out online: AZCEND.org Gilbertaz.gov/seniors https://www.facebook.com/ azcendcommunity/

Food Bags The Gilbert Senior Center is happy to provide a monthly Food Bag for qualified individuals. Participants must sign up one week in advance and not be receiving a food bag from AZCEND or affiliates. For more information, call 480-5036061. Food Bag pick up is the 3rd Wed. and Thurs. of each month.

Home delivered meals are a perfect solution for those unable to leave home or recovering from a procedure or sickness.

We deliver a hot, nutritious meal to your home. If you or someone you know could benefit, please contact our HDM Coordinator, Laura Allin, at (480) 503-6058 or Laura@azcend.org.

We offer home delivered meals Monday- Friday between the hours of 10:00 am and 2:00 pm depending on your location.

Participants may qualify for financial assistance or pay $6.50 per meal, billed monthly.

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Tips for Picking Healthy Food as You Get Older Here are 6 tips to help you find the best foods for your body and your budget.

1. Know what a healthy plate looks like You might remember the food pyramid, but the USDA recently unveiled a simpler way to help people see what they should eat each day. It’s called MyPlate. The simple graphic shows exactly how the five food groups should stack up on your plate. These are the building blocks for a healthy diet.

2. Look for important nutrients Make sure you eat a variety of foods to get all the nutrients you need. Your plate should look like a rainbow—bright, colored foods are always the best choice! A healthy meal should include:

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Lean protein (lean meats, seafood, eggs, beans)

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Fruits and vegetables (think orange, red, green, and purple)

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Whole grains (brown rice, whole wheat pasta)

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Low-fat dairy (milk and its alternatives)

3. Read the Nutrition Facts label The healthiest foods are whole foods. These are often found on the perimeter of the grocery store in the produce, meat, and dairy sections. When you do eat packaged foods, be a smart shopper! Read the labels to find items that are lower in fat, added sugars, and sodium.

4. Use recommended servings To maintain your weight, you must eat the right amount of food for your age and body. The American Heart Association provides recommended daily servings for adults aged 60+.

5. Stay hydrated Water is an important nutrient too! Don’t let yourself get dehydrated—drink small amounts of fluids consistently throughout the day. Tea, coffee, and water are your best choices. Keep fluids with sugar and salt at a minimum, unless your doctor has suggested otherwise.

Apply or Renew AHCCCS, SNAP (food stamps)

Did you know that if you qualify for government assistance you may be eligible for a cell phone?

Contact Lisa for more info.

Lisa Price lisa@azcend.org Phone: (480) 503-6061

Do You Qualify?

Find Out NOW!

Additional Services include: Food Bank Distribution  Food Boxes Family Resource Center  Parenting & Early Literacy Classes  Diapers & Formula Community Action Program  Emergency Utility, Rental/Mortgage Assistance  Homeless and Housing Programs Senior Center & Home Delivered Meals For more information about our services, visit AZCEND.org.

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Join in wonderful talks about various health subjects.

Most presentations will be scheduled on different days, so make sure you are checking the monthly calendar.

All Health Presentations below will be scheduled at 12:15pm in the dining room (or otherwise stated):             

Come join in for a fun card game that ANYONE can learn to play. It is held usually on Wednesdays at 10am in the dining room. Come join in on the fun and learn a new card game.

Living with Chronic Disease Jan. 9th Longevity Planning Jan. 13th Health & Hollywood Jan. 15th Train your Brain Jan. 16th Breast Cancer Talk Jan. 23rd How to talk to your Dr. Feb. 6th Cont. Longevity Planning Feb. 10th 10 things no one tells you when you age. Feb. 12th Lung Screening Talk Feb. 20th CGCC Nurses Fair 10am-Noon Mar. 11th Cont. Longevity Planning Mar. 16th How to advocate for your own health Mar. 18th Senior Expo 9am-11am April 3rd The Gilbert Senior Center offers exercise classes Monday-Friday.

Fat Cats Movie January 21st $7 pp Tuesdays at the movies. The movie title will be announced on the day of sign up. We will leave the center 45 mins prior to the start of the movie.

Sign up from Jan. 15th-21st

Fat Cats Movie February 25th $7 pp Tuesdays at the movies. The movie title will be announced on the day of sign up. We will leave the center 45 mins prior to the start of the movie. Sign up from Feb. 19th-24th

Fat Cats Movie March 31st $7 pp Tuesdays at the movies. The movie title will be announced on the day of sign up. We will leave the center 45 mins prior to the start of the movie. Sign up from Mar. 25th-30th Movies are offered at the center as well! One Friday of the month at 1pm there will be a movie playing. Please make sure you sign up in the activities book by the day before so we can rent the movie. Min participants: 6 Thank you.

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Mon: Tai Chi - 9am Beg. Line Dancing– 12:30pm ($3) Tues: Chair Exercise - 8:30am Geri-Fit - 9am Silver Sneakers - 1pm Wed: Yoga- 9am Line Dancing- 10:15am ($3) Thurs: Chair Exercise- 8:30am Silver Sneakers - 9am Geri-Fit - 1pm Fri: Zumba Gold - 8:45am * Please consult your doctor before starting any exercise program.*

We have Yahtzee, Words with Friends, Mahjong, UNO, Sequence, Apples to Apples, and of course more Rummikub sets. Anyone is welcome to use them. If there is a game you don’t see that you think your fellow Seniors will enjoy, please let us know!

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ARTS & CRAFTS Card Making Class

Card Making Class

Jan 14th 11:45am-1pm $3 Join us for a fun class on making your very own greeting cards.

Sign up until Jan. 10th

Feb. 11th 11:45am-1pm $3 Join us for a fun class on making your very own greeting cards.

Sign up from Jan. 31st-Feb.7th

Card Making Class

Card Making Class

March 10th 11:45am-1pm $3 Join us for a fun class on making your very own greeting cards.

Sign up from Feb. 27th-Mar. 6th

April 14th 11:45am-1pm $3 Join us for a fun class on making your very own greeting cards.

Sign up from Mar. 31st-April 9th

Eggs Benefit Breakfast

When: Where: Time: About:

MUST RSVP:

Tuesday, February 4th Alamo Drafthouse Cinema 4955 S. Arizona Ave Chandler, AZ 85248 7:30am Registration 8:00am-9:00am Program Fundraiser and Friendraiser to raise awareness about our AZCEND’s services and programs to the community.

To Dara Gibson at dara@azcend.org

Save the Date AZCEND’s Annual Walk in the Park Let’s End Poverty!

Saturday, April 4th For more info please Contact: Dara@azcend.org or 480-963-1423 ext. 108 gilbertaz.gov/seniors

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Event Calendar

Join us for these fun events at Gilbert Senior Center. Transportation is provided for off-site events that have a (T). Check your monthly calendar and announcements, as dates and times may change.

Barleens Arizona Opry

Upcoming:

Feb. 20th $45 5:15pm-10pm (T)* Your home for Arizona’s wholesome family music entertainment. Enjoy music, great food, hilarious comedy and more!

Sign up from Jan. 22nd-Feb. 6th

End times on Excursions may vary by each event.

Chandler Tea Room

Garage-East Wine Tasting

Jan. 16th $25 12:30pm-3:00pm (T)* Get your pinky ready for some wonderful afternoon tea. We will have delightful sophisticated tea foods with our delicious teas. Come dressed up for a fun outing.

Sign up Dec. 30th –Jan. 9th

March 5th $20 11:00am (T)* Garage East, owned and operated by a former Gilbert Fire Department battalion chief. Come enjoy a wine tasting. Lunch on your own after at Joe’s Farm Grill Sign up from Feb. 18th-28th

Feed My Starving Children Feed My Starving Children Jan. 27th $3 9:00am (T)* Feeding America's Children packing meals for Hungry Children. Lunch is on your own after.

Sign up from Jan. 13th-24th

March 23rd $3 9:00am (T)* Feeding America's Children packing meals for Hungry Children. Lunch is on your own after.

Sign up from Mar. 9th-20th

Senior Expo Menu Meeting Feb. 5th 1pm Gilbert Senior Center Dining Room This is a great opportunity for participants to voice their opinions on what food is great on the menu and what they would like on it.

April 3rd 9:30am-11:30am We will have health vendors, free massages, handmade craft items, local businesses, etc. This is your opportunity to get all the info you need or ask questions about things you are curious about.

Bowling

Antelope Canyon & Boat Tour

Feb. 13th $15 1:00pm-3:00pm (T)* When was the last time you went bowling? It is about time you go again! 2 hours of bowling with shoes included.

Sign up from Jan. 30th-Feb. 11th

April 7th $160 5:30am-11:00pm (T)* This includes a walking tour of Lower Antelope Canyon and a boat tour on Lake Powell up into the lowest portion of Antelope Canyon. Please note there are steep stairs that are required to go down to enter into the canyon. Picnic lunch included, dinner on your own. Sign up from Mar. 16th-31st

Hale Theater– Singing in the Rain

Feb. 15th $40 12pm (Saturday) Meet us for a fun Saturday afternoon for a matinée performance of Singing in the Rain at the Hale.

Sign up from Jan. 21st-31st

D-Backs Baseball vs Pirates April 16th $30 12:40pm (T)* Come on out and join us for some great baseball!

Games start at 12:40 pm. We will leave at 11:30 am.

Sign up from March 30th-April 8th

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Gilbert Senior Center-130 North Oak St. Gilbert, AZ 85233 Open Monday-Friday 8am-4pm

Dining Out We will leave the Senior Center at 4pm for each Dining Out event. Arrival back to the center is usually between 6pm-7pm

Blue 32

January 8th, Sign up until Jan. 7th

The Hub

February 5th, Sign up Jan. 21st-Feb. 4th

Fibber Magee’s

March 9th, Sign up Feb. 25th-Mar. 8th

Picture above: Our Top Golf Group.

Lots of hole in ones with this crew.

Tai Chili

SENIOR CENTER CLOSED:

April 1st, Sign up Mar. 17th-31st

January 1st & 20th February 17th

Party Time!

There will be a sign up sheet for all party days 2 weeks prior to the event.

Valentines Day February 14th 10:30am —Come help spread the love on Valentines Day with your friends.

Sign up from Jan. 29th-Feb. 12th

St. Patrick's Day March 17th 10:30am—There might be a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow at this party!

Sign up from Feb. 26th-Mar. 12th

Crazy Fun Holidays January 15th National Strawberry Ice cream day February 26th National Pistachio Day March 24th National Chocolate Covered Raisin Day

Senior Center Staff Amanda Shepard, Activities Specialist amanda@azcend.org, 480-503-6059 Lisa Price, Outreach Specialist lisa@azcend.org, 480-503-6061 Laura Allin, HDM Coordinator laura@azcend.org 480-503-6058 Jeremy Snipes, Kitchen Coordinator jeremy@azcend.org, 480-503-6057 Kelly Delgado, Senior Programs Manager kelly@azcend.org, 480-782-2721

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Your If you would like to donate items or a financial contribution to support the work of AZCEND’s Senior Center programs, several ways to donate are listed below. Thank you.

Your support is needed...

The Senior Center programs are in need of the following donation items: Gently used clothing Picture above: Our Friday Zumba Class is such a fun & energetic! Any fitness level can participate. Come check it Knick knacks out!

Arts and crafts supplies Bingo prizes needed: Grocery items, Paper towels, toilet paper, toiletries, etc.

Another way you can support the programs that you and others participate in are through financial contributions.

All donations are fully tax deductible as allowed by law.

Contact us at 480-503-6061 www.azcend.org

Check us out online: www.azcend.org www.gilbertaz.gov/departments/parks-and -recreation/seniors www.facebook.com/azcendcommunity

Formerly Chandler Christian Community Center

Gilbert Senior Center 130 N. Oak Street Gilbert, AZ 85233

YOUR TAX CONTRIBUTION CAN CHANGES LIVES! Your contribution is a dollar-for-dollar tax credit! Your contribution to AZCEND as a Qualifying Charitable Organization can be claimed on Form321 of your Arizona state return and does not need to be itemized.

At AZCEND, we change lives by nourishing minds and bodies to create a connected, thriving community. We strengthen families and communities through food boxes; senior nutrition; rent and utility assistance; parenting, health and literacy classes; homeless services; and other comprehensive programs and resources. Of every dollar given, 94 cents goes directly to the people we serve by supporting our programs.

All donations are fully tax deductible as allowed by law. Gifts to AZCEND qualify for the Arizona Tax Credit up to $400 per individual and $800 per couples filing a joint income tax return in the State of Arizona. Charitable Tax Credits differs from tax deductions because they are fully tax-refundable. They will either reduce the total Arizona state income tax you owe or increase the state income tax refund you receive, dollar-for-dollar when you file your taxes. Please always refer to your tax advisor when making any decisions concerning your taxes.

Donate online at http://AZCEND.org/causes/donate or by check. Make your check payable to “AZCEND” and mail to PO Box 591, Chandler, AZ 85244

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