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Elder Resource Specialist
Amanda Mattress. Mon–Fri Call 401270-1788
Healthy Aging Nurse Coordinator
Shahnee Lagor, BSN, RN-BC. Hours: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9AM-2PM
Registered Dietitian
Ann Marie, Sabula, MA, RDA, LDN, CDE, CDOE. Office hours: Tuesdays and Weds by appointment. Call 401-447-6299
Eastside Clinical Laboratory Transportation
The first Wednesday of each month 8:30 am-11:30 am. Call 401-435-7800 to register.
Notary Public
Pat Thomas, Receptionist. M-F 9:00 -12:00 to notarize documents for our seniors.
Senior Shopping
Thursday Mornings
The Senior Center will pick you up at your home and take you to Stop and Shop or Shaw’s in East Providence. Open to Seniors living in East Providence. Call 401-435-7800
Veteran Benefit Counseling
Every Monday at the Senior Center by Appointment. Michael– 401-208-5484
SHIP Counseling
Appointments Call 401-435-7876 x1137
DID YOU KNOW?
Blood Pressure Checks are available at the Senior Center twice a month!
• March 14th 10:30AM - Grace Barker
• March 28th 10:30AM - Hattie Ide Chaffee
Do You Need To Have Blood Work Done, But Do Not Have Transportation To Do So?
Beginning once a month, Gilbert (Community Health Worker) will be available to transport folks to the East Side Clinical Lab for anyone who needs transportation to get lab work done. This is in place of East Side Clinical lab coming directly to the Senior Center. Transportation will be from the Senior Center, to East Side Clinical Lab, and back to the Senior Center.
If you are interested in taking advantage of this service, please contact the Senior Center to register. 401-435-7800. Registration is required.
Craft ClubMarch 20, 2023 10:15AM
Do you enjoy making crafts? Do you enjoy meeting new people? If you answered YES, craft club is a great fit for you! Join us to participate and learn more! Register at the coffee bar near the front desk by 3/13/23.
Home COVID-19 tests delivered to you for free! covidtests.gov
See Gilbert, The Senior Center Community Health Worker to get assistance in ordering your free at home COVID tests delivered for free to your doorstep!
Covid Testing/Covid Vaccines
COVID testing and COVID vaccines are done at the following local pharmacies: Walgreens, CVS, Walmart. Appointments must be scheduled online. If you need assistance booking your covid test or covid vaccine, or don't have a computer, Gilbert will assist you!
Blood Pressure Self Monitoring Program:
Take control of your blood pressure and learn what you can do to help reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke. Call our Healthy Aging Nurse Coordinator Shahnee Lagor for more details. 401-270-1792.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Strength and Balance Classes continue through March!
Mondays 10:30AM
Lower-body workout techniques to increase stability and improve balance. Incorporates exercises for strength, balance, endurance, and flexibility.
New Year, New You: Walking Your Weigh to a Healthier You!
Sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield RI!
New weight-loss, healthy lifestyle change program starting March 1st. This three month program aims to jumpstart weight-loss by increasing exercise and awareness of both intrinsic and extrinsic factors that affect weight. Join our Healthy
Aging Nurse Coordinator every Wednesday for a weekly weigh in followed by a “Walk with Me Wednesday” walking program. After the walk stay for a health related lecture. Don’t forget these classes count as a punch on the rewards cards. Please sign up ahead of time for both the walking and the classes.
• March 1: Goal Setting 11:15am-12:15pm
We’ll discuss setting goals, exploring motivation, defining smart steps, utilizing support, and overcoming barriers.
• March 8: Walk with Me Wednesday
9-10am Weigh-in and walking program
Nutrition for Healthy Living and Weightloss with Registered Dietician Ann Marie 1011am
• March 15: Walk with Me Wednesday
9-10am Weigh-in and walking program
URI SNAP Ed Cooking class 10301130am
• March 22: Walk with Me Wednesday
9-10am Weigh-in and walking program
Check-in and support group discussion 10-11am
• March 29: Walk with Me Wednesday
9-10am Weigh-in and walking program
Change Your Ways to Change Your Weight 10-11am Learn how to achieve and maintain a healthy weight by taking control of bad habits and making permanent lifestyle changes. We’ll investigate body mass index, evidence- based strategies for success, physical activity, and successful nutrition.
Learn Tips and Tricks with your Smart Phone!
Tuesdays 10am-11am
Drop by the Robert Rock East Providence Senior Center. No registration required
Age Well, Get Connected
March 8, 2023 10:30AM
A monthly computer assistance session hosted by East Bay Community Action. Drop in and have your computer questions answered as well as learn some new tips and tricks you may have not known before! No Registration Required.
Stroke, Congestive Heart Failure and COPD
April 5, 2023 9:30am
Join us for an upcoming presentation on the 3 most common health problems that send seniors to the emergency room. Find out what you can do to stay well and out of the hospital. This 60 minute lecture will be lead by Charter Care Health Partners. .
Easy, Tasty Ways to Make the Most of Fish Fridays
(BPT) - If you’re going meatless on Fridays or you just want fun, convenient ways to add flavorful seafood to your meal plans, you’re in luck. You can create effortless, affordable dinners and snacks featuring these delicious SeaPak selections: Popcorn Shrimp, Butterfly Shrimp and Shrimp Scampi. From flatbread pizzas and tortilla shrimp bowls to one-pot creamy shrimp scampi, SeaPak is at the center of fast, delicious meals and appetizers that can be prepared in a traditional oven, toaster oven or air fryer. Here are three easyto-prep, creative recipes that taste great and are a perfect choice throughout Lent and beyond.
Popcorn Shrimp:
A fan favorite the whole family will love, this option is great for snacking, weekend get-togethers or weeknight meals. Ever try popcorn shrimp on a pizza? Combine them in this crispy flatbread pizza topped with popcorn shrimp, along with a fresh salad, for an ideal combo.
Popcorn Shrimp Flatbread Pizza
10 minutes prep time, 30 minutes cook time; 4-6 servings.
Ingredients
• 1 (18-ounce) package SeaPak Popcorn Shrimp
• 3 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 pound fresh or thawed frozen pizza dough, at room temp
• 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 cup fresh ricotta cheese
• 5 ounces fresh mozzarella
• 1/2 cup pitted and chopped green olives
• 1 cup arugula
• 1 cup flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• Flaky sea salt
• Coarsely ground black pepper
Directions
Heat oven to 500F. Pour 3 tablespoons oil onto baking sheet and brush to coat bottom and sides. Stretch dough to evenly cover baking sheet. If dough resists, let rest a few minutes and try again.
Sprinkle Italian seasoning over dough. Dollop ricotta around dough. Tear fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute evenly over dough.
Line second baking sheet with foil and spray with nonstick baking spray. Spread popcorn shrimp evenly on baking sheet. Bake flatbread pizza dough on bottom rack of oven 15 minutes. Remove pizza from oven and top with olives.
Reduce oven temperature to 450F. Return pizza to oven for 5 minutes. At the same time, bake shrimp 10-12 minutes. Top pizza with cooked shrimp and serve.
Butterfly Shrimp:
America’s favorite for a reason, everyone loves the taste of juicy butterflied shrimp in a crispy coating. It’s perfect for dinner or a party, and even better dipped in queso. Enjoy Mexican flavors like fresh cilantro, avocado and queso fresco with this popular shrimp dish.
Mexican Tortilla Shrimp Bowls
15 minutes prep time, 18 minutes cook time; 4 servings.
Ingredients
• 1 package SeaPak Butterfly Shrimp (9 ounces)
• 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
