September 2013
THE GUIDING LIGHT Guiding Delaware’s Seniors Into a Brighter Future
September 2013
Frederica Senior Center 216 South Market St Frederica, Delaware 19946
The Center will be Closed 2 September for Labor Day “Is your picture in this issue of the Guiding light? If not you need to come out and join in all the fun!!!”
VISIT US AT FSCNEWS.ORG
Membership Meeting , Aug 13, 2013 There were 25 members present at today’s meeting. Thanks to everyone that have paid their dues. We did very well on the Saturday night Bingo. We are asking for donations for our next Bingo in September. Thanks to Janet, Radine and Ann for the wonderful meals. Have a nice rest of the summer. MAE
HAPPY BIRTHDAY FROM FREDERICA SENIOR CENTER! This postcard entitles you to a free meal at the birthday dinner the month your birthday is in. Non transferable. I.D. must be presented along with membership card
September Birthdays 1 Sept
Charles Fisher
3 Sept
William Trowbridge
4 Sept
Thomas Hutchins II
5 Sept
Herma Pinkerton Harold Perry
6 Sept
Carmen Kemper
7 Sept
Betty Havelow
8 Sept
Mae Maloney
10 Sept
11 Sept
Janice Mannering Lee Heard
12 Sept 13 Sept 16 Sept
Richard Oxenford Eva McBride
Joan Simpson Joan Rager
25 Sept
Glenn Garner
Carl Spear
26 Sept
Radine SHanks
Anita English
27 Sept
Sammi Glock
Charles Kolodjeski
29 Sept
Janet Benson
30 Sept
Larry Mannering
Gwen Pritchett
Vonna Hobbs
17 Sept
Doris Burris
Arlene Altomare
18 Sept
George Nashold
Linda Jones
20 Sept
Telford Rager
William Downs
21 Sept
Theodore LaFerriere
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Frederica Senior Center presents road trip to beautiful scenic Asheville North Carolina & Pigeon Forge Tennessee September18,19,20,21. Cost $400.00 per person $50.00 deposit required Cost includes hotel, transportations, Two shows (to be determined). Scenic park ride. Seats are limited so sign up early. Just call 302-335-4555 to sign up. Can’t find the time or a way to go shopping for the groceries you need to have? Need to make a weekly shopping trip? Beginning in July Frederica Senior Center will be offering weekly shopping assistance to our members. For more information contact Renee Hoffman @302-335-4555 3
SEPTEMBER LUNCH MENU MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
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3
4 Chicken Cordon Bleu Rice Squash Casserole Cheese Cake
5 Grandparent’s Day
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Cheese Steak CLOSED FOR
French Fries
LABOR DAY
Cole Slaw Rice Pudding
Steak Baked Potato
Pulled Pork French Fries Peas Bread Pudding
Salad Jell-O 9
10
Chicken Stir Fry
Cod Fish
Rice
Scalloped Potatoes
Dessert
11 Chefs Salad Strawberry Shortcake
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13
Giblets
Cheese Burger
Dumplings
Potato Salad
Broccoli
Potatoes/Peas
Succotash
Pie
Peach Cobbler
Apple Sauce
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20
Shrimp
Fried Chicken
Hush Puppies
Macaroni Salad
Corn
Baked Beans
18 Meat Loaf Cream Potatoes California Blend Apple Dumplings
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17
Ham
Spaghetti
Au Gratin
Tossed Salad
Potatoes
Garlic Bread
Green Beans
Sherbet
Orange Cake
Ice Cream
25 Wings BIRTHDAY DINNER Beef Taco Potato Salad Roast Beef Apple Candy Bar Cole Slaw Mashed Potatoes Cherry Cobbler Salad
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Pork Roast
Hot Dogs
Mash Potatoes
Chili
Greens
Chips
Pickled Beets
Fruit
Pineapple Whip 23
24
Dumplings Brussels Sprouts Cake
30 Stuffed Cabbage Potatoes Carrots
Banana Pudding
MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE!
Fruit
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SEPTEMBER ACTIVITIES MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
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3 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Pinochle Club 9:30—Bridge Club 12:45—Bingo
4 8:00-10:00— Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Weigh In 9:30—Walking 12:45—Bingo
5 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:00—Card Club
6 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 10:00-WII Games 12:45—Bingo
10 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Pinochle Club 9:30—Bridge Club 12:30—Card Club 12:45-Bingo Membership Meeting
11 8:00-10:00— Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Weigh In 9:30—Walking 12:45—Bingo
12 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:00—Card Club
17 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Pinochle Club 9:30—Bridge Club 12:45—Bingo
18 8:00-10:00— Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Weigh In 9:30—Walking 12:45—Bingo
19 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:00—Card Club 12:45—Bingo
24 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Pinochle Club 9:30—Bridge Club 12:45—Bingo Board Meeting
25 8:00-10:00— Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Weigh In 9:30—Walking 12:45—Bingo
CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY
9 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 12:45—Bingo
16 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 10:00-Bible Study 12:45—Bingo
23 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 10:00-Bible Study 12:45—Bingo
11:00—Quilting Seniors
12:45—Bingo
11:00—Quilting Seniors
13 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 10:00-WII Games 12:45—Bingo
12:45—Bingo
20 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 10:00-WII Games 12:45 Bingo
“Defensive Driver Training” 26 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:00—Card Club 12:45—Bingo
27 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 10:00-WII Games 12:45 Bingo
30 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 10:00-Bible Study 12:45—Bingo
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Yellow Squash Casserole Recipe by Trish 12 cups (approx. 4 lbs) sliced yellow squash
2 eggs beaten
1 cup chopped sweet onions
1 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup salted butter, divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoon sugar
1 sleeve crushed Ritz crackers
Preheat oven to 350. Lightly grease 9x13 baking dish; set aside. Place squash in pan and add enough water to cover. Boil over high heat until fork tender, approx 10 minutes. Remove from heat, drain well. Return squash to pan and set aside. In a small skillet over medium heat, cook onion in 1/3 cup butter until onion is translucent. Pour over squash. Add sugar, salt, pepper and eggs. Stir gently to combine. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish. Top with crushed crackers. Melt remaining 1/3 cup butter in a small skillet over low heat. Drizzle over crushed crackers. Bake until golden brown, approximately 1 hour.
Please Welcome Our New Members Janet & Kenneth Benson Nancy Ford Virginia Adams Ronnie Brady Kay Davidson Matilda Hovington Sigrid Johnson Carmen Kemper Rose Ann Nicholson Sandra Marie Williford Mary & Richard Oxenford
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FREDERICA SENIOR CENTER FUNDRAISER SCHEDULE COME OUT AND VOLUNTEER 2013 SEPTEMBER 7---CASH BINGO OCTOBER 5---CASH BINGO OCTOBER 26---JONES BOYS DECEMBER 10---CHRISTMAS PARTY 2014 JANUARY 18---CHICKEN AND DUMPLING DINNER FEBUARY 7---VALENTINE DINNER AND DANCE MARCH 22---BEEF AND DUMPLING DINNER APRIL ---EASTER EGGS (Go to our webpage www.fscnews.org for latest happenings)
Another Great Bingo Night! Did You Come Out And Join The Fun? Big Bingo Winner
Fun time for everyone
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GRISWALD HOME CARE A caregiver registry that connects families with the most compassionate and caring professional caregivers anywhere. Want to learn more? Come to Frederica Senior Center September 17 at 10:00am. 9
Happenings at FSC Blue Rocks Baseball
Birthday Dinner/Daily Events
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AARP DEFENSIVE DRIVING REFRESHER COURSE The AARP Driver Safety Program course is given in two, four hour session. You must attend both days to be awarded a certificate of completion. The next scheduled class will be on September 19th, 2013, at the Frederica Senior Center, 216 S. Market Street, Frederica, DE, 19946. Please arrive for classes at 8:30am. Thank you. If you wish to attend this class, please complete the form below, completing all blocks and mail the application to the attention of Renee Hoffman, Executive Director, at the following address: Frederica Senior Center, PO Box 165, Frederica, DE 19946-0165. Checks need to be made out to AARP. AARP member individual cost is $12.00, non-members $14.00. Thank you in advance for wanting to take an AARP Driver Safety Program class. The instructor for this program will be Paul L. Bouchard, phone 302-284-1331 or call Renee Hoffman at the Center at 302-335-4555. Please remember to bring your AARP Card (if a member), your Driver’s License and an Ink Pen. Please cut and save the above information for future reference. Thanks again. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Telephone: __________________ AARP Member: No __________
Yes __________
AARP Membership Number (If Applicable): _____________________________ Name: __________________________
Male: _____ Female: _____
Address: ________________________
DOB: __________________
City: ___________________________
State: _______ Zip: ____________
Driver’s License No. ________________________
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Information about Veterans Benefits Available to Senior Veterans and Their Surviving Spouses Pension (Aid and Attendance) Roughly 1 out of 4 seniors in the U.S. could qualify for the aid and attendance benefit under the right conditions. That's how many war veterans or their surviving spouses there are. Only about 5% of U.S. seniors are actually receiving this benefit. It can pay up to $2,054/month for a couple, $1,732/month for a single veteran and $1,113 for a single surviving spouse. More about the Aid & Attendance Benefit (Contact Ray for a list of Veteran Service Officers)) State Veterans Nursing Homes State veterans homes are a joint venture between state veterans departments and VA. Subsidies come from the state, VA and other sources. The majority of state homes are nursing homes for veterans but some homes may also provide assisted living and other care. Most states have anywhere from 2 to 5 or more homes. Typically there is a waiting list to get in.
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Frederica Senior Center
1st Annual Beauty Contest These Were Your Contestants
THE JUDGES
The Queen And Her Court Queen Myra
Ms Janet
WHAT?!! No Swimsuit Competition
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From the Director, Here at the Frederica Senior Center we strive to face aging with dignity and challenge ourselves along the way. We create opportunities for patrons to actively participate, acknowledge their history and look for paths leading to enhanced self-esteem. It is your feedback that sparks the programs and your choices that define us. You already knew the process of aging would not be easy but what you might not have known is that you could have an opinion and that someone sincerely cared. The dedicated staff at the Frederica Senior Center does care, and has continued to develop programs you’ve suggested. We appreciate each and every one of our members. Sincerely; Renee
Frederica Senior Center welcomes your suggestions and ideas. Let Us Know What You Think!!!!
Lunch Suggestion__________________________________________________________ Breakfast Suggestion_______________________________________________________ Trip Suggestion____________________________________________________________ Activity Suggestion________________________________________________________________________
As always the center appreciates your suggestions and ideas, even your criticism. We strive to make this center and our members happy. Renee 14
Frederica Senior Center Is introducing a new article each month for our newsletter Frederica Senior Center Member of the Month. September member of the month is MS Bertha Macklin MS Macklin is the current longest member of the center. She joined in August 1980, MS Bert grew up in Lincoln Delaware , she was number six out of nine children from Bessie and Azery, Clendaniel, MS Bert attended school in Frederica, she met her husband William Macklin in 1937, they married and resided in Milford Neck where they raised six children, MS Macklin worked Milford stitching for several years, after her retirement she joined Frederica senior center. MS Bert worked at the center as a cook, receptionist, craft department, and activities, the youthful MS Bert retired at the young age of 90 from the center,. Fortunately MS Bert still continued to donate her time at the center and make beautiful Afghans for fundraisers. Stop by the center and chat with MS Bert she is a walking encyclopedia for this center. Frederica Senior Center is proud and lucky to have special people like our MS Bert.
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OUTREACH CORNER By Renee Hoffman Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) The Delaware Energy Assistance Program (DEAP) is a federally funded program for low-income families that need help in meeting their costs of home energy. The Division of State Service Centers (DSSC) administers this program on a contractual basis with Catholic Charities, Inc. Funds are provided by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), under the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). DEAP services provide assistance to income eligible families to help them meet their home energy needs. Income eligibility is defined as 200% of the federal poverty level. (As a reference, please see the Division of Social Services' Income Eligibility tables.) DEAP has several components which include:
Fuel Assistance: Help with home energy bills from the period of October 1 - March 31. This includes grants to income eligible households to help pay for home heating, which includes electricity, natural gas, kerosene, propane, coal, or wood. Grants are made to both homeowners and renters.
Crisis Assistance: This component helps households in crisis during the winter months and may be in the form of a supplemental grant to their fuel assistance benefit. In addition to being income eligible, households must show they are experiencing a crisis (i.e., shut-off notice, out of fuel, no money to pay for fuel).
Summer Cooling Assistance Program (SCAP): This program operates during the months of June -August and helps pay for electricity to cool homes with air conditioning during the hot, humid summer months. In addition to receiving a grant to offset the high costs of electricity to air condition a home, some populations may be eligible to receive a room sized air conditioning unit.
It is important to call Catholic Charities to find out where and how to apply for assistance. To contact Catholic Charities call: Kent County: (302) 674-1782 New Castle County: (302) 654-9295 Sussex County: (302) 856-6310 What are the income limits for applying for DSS programs? Financial eligibility criteria vary from program to program. However, the two most common benchmarks by which DMMA sets income criteria are the: Please check the information for the specific program or service for the exact criteria. However, the following tables may help you determine where your family is, in relation to these benchmarks. 2013 Countable Income Limits 100% FPL FAMILY SIZE GROSS ANNUAL INCOME GROSS MONTHLY INCOME 1 $11,170 $931 2 $15,130 $1,261 3 $19,090 $1,591 4 $23,050 $1,921 5 $27,010 $2,251 6 $30,970 $2,581 7 $34,930 $2,911 8 $38,890 $3,241
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MEET YOUR FREDERICA SENIOR CENTER STAFF
Betty (Craft Coordinator)
Cathy (Activities Director)
Barbara (Receptionist-Volunteer)
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Frederica Senior Center Bill Howe From
GARDEN STATE MEDICAL SUPPLY Will be at the Frederica Senior Center
September 6 2013 at 10:00am To help you keep your independence with pain management!
We offer an alternative or non-evasive treatment for your pain
Arthritic Pain Back or Knee Pain Mobility Products Bedbound/Contractures Ankle Weakness or Drop Foot In need of Diabetic Shoes (Dr. Comfort) Diabetic Supplies I know I can help you! The best part is we do house calls, we will get the script for you, we will deliver the products. We also show you how to use them and make sure everything fits. In addition to what you are already doing. We accept all current insurance. Bill Howe Garden State Medical Equipment Supply Cell: 856-512-0768 A Snack Will be Provided
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SEPTEMBER 2013 TRIPS Wednesday 4 Sept Luray Caverns VA (Cost $45 + Money for meals.) The Bus will leave at 7:00am and return at 11:00pm Come with us and explore the caverns and museums Sign up Before 29 August! Friday 6 Sept Trap Pond DE (Cost $6.00) The Bus will leave at 8:00am and return at 3:00pm What better way to spend the summer and welcome Fall Wednesday 11 Sept F/X Theatre “Jacob’s Choice” (Cost $40 + Lunch Money) The bus leaves at 9:00am and returns at 5:00pm Sign up before 31 August Wednesday 18 Sept Lititz Pa-A Tea Affair (Cost $10 + Lunch Money) The bus leaves at 9:00am and returns at 4:00pm Tea and lunch at a “A Tea Affair” then Wilbur’s Chocolate Friday 20 Sept Cheer Beach Day The bus leaves at 9:30am and returns at 2:00pm Monday 23 Sept Furnace Town (Cost $20 + Money for Lunch) The bus leaves at 9:30am and returns at 5:00pm Visit a 19th Century community near Snow Hill MD Are you really happy using your computer? Want to learn how not to throw it out the window? On Wednesday Sept 25 at 10:30 in the social room, Delaware’s PC Guy will be here to help you master the art of computing. Is there an area or program you need special help with? Please let Ray (Office Manager) know and he will make sure that topic is covered 19
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THE GUIDING LIGHT TO SERVICES AND GOODS IN AND AROUND THE FREDERICA AREA
NOTARY SERVICES AVAILABLE AT FREDERICA SENIOR CENTER NO CHARGE TO MEMBERS FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 335-4555
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5 Steps To Protect Against Extreme Heat’s Effects On Seniors Here are five tips to help seniors stay safe in hot weather: 1. If possible seek an air-conditioned environment. If you do not have air-conditioning at home, visit an air-conditioned shopping mall, restaurant or library. During extreme heat warnings, cities often set up cooling centers for the public to escape the heat. If you cannot leave your home, take a cool shower or place cool towels around pulse points such as the neck and armpits. 2. Drink plenty of cool, non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated beverages without too much sugar. When the body sweats, it loses vital salts and minerals, so grab a sports drink or a Pedialyte. If your liquid intake is limited, eat cold fruits that contain high amounts of water like apples, watermelon and cantaloupe. 3. Stay out of the sun during the warmest parts of the day—usually between 10 or 11 am and 3 or 4 pm—and wear weather appropriate clothing that is loose fitting with light fabrics. 4. Use a buddy system. Ask a friend or relative to call and check on you twice a day. If you know someone 60 or older, call to check on them twice a day. 5. Hire a caregiver from a reputable agency that specializes in in-home senior care and who is trained in senior safety. They can provide care on an hourly or live-in basis, depending on the senior’s needs.
Have a Birthday or Anniversary coming up? Looking for a place to celebrate? Try the Frederica Senior Center
For more information call Ray at 302-335-4555 or email [email protected] 22
Membership Guidelines The Frederica Senior Center s mission is to guide Delaware’s senior into a brighter future. The Center is where seniors and or persons with disabilities join together for services, activities, socialization and nutritious home cooked meals. Programs are designed to enhance our seniors dignity, support their independence and encourage involvement in and with the Center and their local community. This Membership Guidelines Booklet has been developed to enhance the experience of your participation in the Center Activities and programs. It is the Centers priority to provide a safe, pleasant, positive, comfortable, enjoyable environment to our members. The Center recognizes that some behaviors may distract and disrupt for the enjoyment of the Center. That is why the following guidelines have been set up by the Board of Directors and Staff Members in order to address any instances that may occur and disrupt the daily routine and experience at the Center. We all ask that you carefully read this booklet to become familiar with these guidelines in order to know what is expected from each and every member of the Frederica Senior Center. 1. Membership is limited by the resources of the Center to individuals who are self mobile, with or without assistance devices such as wheelchairs or walkers, independent, capable of appropriate decision making, self toileting and have adequate appearance and hygiene to participate in daily activities. If not independent self mobile members may attend with a personal assistant. 2. As a member we ask that you promote goodwill. No member shall mistreat, either verbally or physically, any other member or staff. Mistreatment includes sexual, racial or otherwise harassing comments. Violence of any kind will not be tolerated and shall result in immediate dismissal from the Center, and membership will be revoked immediately. 3. Members are asked to encourage diversity. Isolation of members based on race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, and or physical or mental disability shall not be tolerated. 4. The use of illegal drugs or alcohol is not permitted on or in Center property. 5. The rooms and equipment in the Center are for the use of the entire membership and are never for the exclusive use of any one member. Members are expected to respect and maintain the facility and equipment they use. Members may be liable for purposeful damage or destruction of any Center property. 6. Members are not to use any vulgar or profane language at any time. 7. If at any time a member has a problem of some kind, whether it be with another member, staff member, a program or procedure in the Center, that member should report their concern to the Executive Director or Staff Member. No member has the right to approach a guest or group of guests to voice their complaint. Complaining among other members will not get the situation resolved but will only bring disharmony into the Center. 8. Any criminal act committed by a member will result in immediate dismissal. 9. Inoculations must not be done in public areas, such as dining room, lobby or kitchen. The purpose of these guidelines is to allow everyone to richly enjoy their visit to the Center every time they are here. It is up to each individual member to do their part in order to achieve this goal.
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Frederica Senior Center, Inc. Educational and Cultural Programs Professionals from the community visit the Center to inform the members and offer a variety of services free of charge for issues like Health, Legal, Consumer issues and much more! Membership The Frederica Senior Center is open to anyone 50+ or disabled, regardless of race, creed, national origin, or gender. An application must be completed and submitted to the corporation. At that time, a fee of $20.00 for annual membership dues is also required. This fee is renewed every July 1st. Nutritious Meals Come enjoy our delicious meals, cooked at our Center each day. Meals are served buffet style Monday-Friday at noon for a minimal donation of $4.00 per member, $6.00 non-member. Social and Recreational Activities The Center offers a variety of activities which include: daily craft-making classes, our game and social rooms are open daily for pool playing, card games, table games, puzzles, etc. Weekly Bible study, shopping, recreational and cultural trips, various crafts, quilting, walking and much more. Transportation A daily pickup is offered Monday-Friday to transport members to and from the Center, as well as social, recreational and shopping trips. The center has two buses, each equipped with a wheel chair ramp and handicapped equipment. If you are in need of this service please contact us for availability. Outreach Program Our Outreach Coordinator is a mediator between the center and the community. Persons needing assistance with food, shelter, medical bills, or any other assistance please call our Outreach Coordinator.
Staff
Board of Directors Wilbur Jones
President
Renee Hoffman
Executive Director
Paul Davis
1st Vice President
Ray Harris
Office Manager
Herb Konowitz
2nd Vice President
Renee Hoffman
Outreach Director
Rev. William Downing
Secretary
Cathy Mosley
Activities Coordinator
Brian Warnock
Treasurer
Janet Smith
Food Service Manager
Laura McCann
Member At Large
Radine Shanks
Asst. Food Service Manager
Anne Hartnett
Kitchen Assistant
Mert Mullen
Bus Driver
Linda Muncy
Bus Driver
Betty Flemming
Crafts Coordinator
Rocky Shanks
Sanitation Engineer
Mae Maloney
Receptionist (Volunteer)
Barbara Vollberg
Receptionist (Volunteer)
Members: Dave King, Jack Peterman, Mae Maloney, Charles Shinefuss, Glenn Garner, Kelly Sylvester Membership Representative: Mae Maloney
Frederica Senior Center’s Mission Statement Founded in 1974, the Frederica Senior Center was built on the need to combat the debilitating effects of geographical isolation of the elderly residing in Frederica, Magnolia, Felton, North Bowers Beach and rural surrounding areas in Delaware. Our goal is to provide a hot home cooked nutritious meal daily, social, recreational and educational activities, transportation to and from the Center and Outreach services. If you or someone you know has a need or would like to visit our Center, please feel free to call us (302) 335-4555 or (302) 335-1770. Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 2:00pm.
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September 2013
Frederica Senior Center 216 South Market St Frederica, Delaware 19946
The Center will be Closed 2 September for Labor Day “Is your picture in this issue of the Guiding light? If not you need to come out and join in all the fun!!!”
VISIT US AT FSCNEWS.ORG
Membership Meeting , Aug 13, 2013 There were 25 members present at today’s meeting. Thanks to everyone that have paid their dues. We did very well on the Saturday night Bingo. We are asking for donations for our next Bingo in September. Thanks to Janet, Radine and Ann for the wonderful meals. Have a nice rest of the summer. MAE
HAPPY BIRTHDAY FROM FREDERICA SENIOR CENTER! This postcard entitles you to a free meal at the birthday dinner the month your birthday is in. Non transferable. I.D. must be presented along with membership card
September Birthdays 1 Sept
Charles Fisher
3 Sept
William Trowbridge
4 Sept
Thomas Hutchins II
5 Sept
Herma Pinkerton Harold Perry
6 Sept
Carmen Kemper
7 Sept
Betty Havelow
8 Sept
Mae Maloney
10 Sept
11 Sept
Janice Mannering Lee Heard
12 Sept 13 Sept 16 Sept
Richard Oxenford Eva McBride
Joan Simpson Joan Rager
25 Sept
Glenn Garner
Carl Spear
26 Sept
Radine SHanks
Anita English
27 Sept
Sammi Glock
Charles Kolodjeski
29 Sept
Janet Benson
30 Sept
Larry Mannering
Gwen Pritchett
Vonna Hobbs
17 Sept
Doris Burris
Arlene Altomare
18 Sept
George Nashold
Linda Jones
20 Sept
Telford Rager
William Downs
21 Sept
Theodore LaFerriere
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Frederica Senior Center presents road trip to beautiful scenic Asheville North Carolina & Pigeon Forge Tennessee September18,19,20,21. Cost $400.00 per person $50.00 deposit required Cost includes hotel, transportations, Two shows (to be determined). Scenic park ride. Seats are limited so sign up early. Just call 302-335-4555 to sign up. Can’t find the time or a way to go shopping for the groceries you need to have? Need to make a weekly shopping trip? Beginning in July Frederica Senior Center will be offering weekly shopping assistance to our members. For more information contact Renee Hoffman @302-335-4555 3
SEPTEMBER LUNCH MENU MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
2
3
4 Chicken Cordon Bleu Rice Squash Casserole Cheese Cake
5 Grandparent’s Day
6
Cheese Steak CLOSED FOR
French Fries
LABOR DAY
Cole Slaw Rice Pudding
Steak Baked Potato
Pulled Pork French Fries Peas Bread Pudding
Salad Jell-O 9
10
Chicken Stir Fry
Cod Fish
Rice
Scalloped Potatoes
Dessert
11 Chefs Salad Strawberry Shortcake
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Giblets
Cheese Burger
Dumplings
Potato Salad
Broccoli
Potatoes/Peas
Succotash
Pie
Peach Cobbler
Apple Sauce
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20
Shrimp
Fried Chicken
Hush Puppies
Macaroni Salad
Corn
Baked Beans
18 Meat Loaf Cream Potatoes California Blend Apple Dumplings
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17
Ham
Spaghetti
Au Gratin
Tossed Salad
Potatoes
Garlic Bread
Green Beans
Sherbet
Orange Cake
Ice Cream
25 Wings BIRTHDAY DINNER Beef Taco Potato Salad Roast Beef Apple Candy Bar Cole Slaw Mashed Potatoes Cherry Cobbler Salad
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Pork Roast
Hot Dogs
Mash Potatoes
Chili
Greens
Chips
Pickled Beets
Fruit
Pineapple Whip 23
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Dumplings Brussels Sprouts Cake
30 Stuffed Cabbage Potatoes Carrots
Banana Pudding
MENU SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE!
Fruit
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SEPTEMBER ACTIVITIES MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
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3 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Pinochle Club 9:30—Bridge Club 12:45—Bingo
4 8:00-10:00— Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Weigh In 9:30—Walking 12:45—Bingo
5 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:00—Card Club
6 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 10:00-WII Games 12:45—Bingo
10 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Pinochle Club 9:30—Bridge Club 12:30—Card Club 12:45-Bingo Membership Meeting
11 8:00-10:00— Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Weigh In 9:30—Walking 12:45—Bingo
12 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:00—Card Club
17 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Pinochle Club 9:30—Bridge Club 12:45—Bingo
18 8:00-10:00— Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Weigh In 9:30—Walking 12:45—Bingo
19 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:00—Card Club 12:45—Bingo
24 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Pinochle Club 9:30—Bridge Club 12:45—Bingo Board Meeting
25 8:00-10:00— Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:30—Weigh In 9:30—Walking 12:45—Bingo
CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY
9 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 12:45—Bingo
16 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 10:00-Bible Study 12:45—Bingo
23 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 10:00-Bible Study 12:45—Bingo
11:00—Quilting Seniors
12:45—Bingo
11:00—Quilting Seniors
13 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 10:00-WII Games 12:45—Bingo
12:45—Bingo
20 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 10:00-WII Games 12:45 Bingo
“Defensive Driver Training” 26 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 9:00—Card Club 12:45—Bingo
27 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 10:00-WII Games 12:45 Bingo
30 8:00-10:00—Billiards 9:00—Crafts 10:00-Bible Study 12:45—Bingo
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Yellow Squash Casserole Recipe by Trish 12 cups (approx. 4 lbs) sliced yellow squash
2 eggs beaten
1 cup chopped sweet onions
1 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup salted butter, divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoon sugar
1 sleeve crushed Ritz crackers
Preheat oven to 350. Lightly grease 9x13 baking dish; set aside. Place squash in pan and add enough water to cover. Boil over high heat until fork tender, approx 10 minutes. Remove from heat, drain well. Return squash to pan and set aside. In a small skillet over medium heat, cook onion in 1/3 cup butter until onion is translucent. Pour over squash. Add sugar, salt, pepper and eggs. Stir gently to combine. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish. Top with crushed crackers. Melt remaining 1/3 cup butter in a small skillet over low heat. Drizzle over crushed crackers. Bake until golden brown, approximately 1 hour.
Please Welcome Our New Members Janet & Kenneth Benson Nancy Ford Virginia Adams Ronnie Brady Kay Davidson Matilda Hovington Sigrid Johnson Carmen Kemper Rose Ann Nicholson Sandra Marie Williford Mary & Richard Oxenford
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FREDERICA SENIOR CENTER FUNDRAISER SCHEDULE COME OUT AND VOLUNTEER 2013 SEPTEMBER 7---CASH BINGO OCTOBER 5---CASH BINGO OCTOBER 26---JONES BOYS DECEMBER 10---CHRISTMAS PARTY 2014 JANUARY 18---CHICKEN AND DUMPLING DINNER FEBUARY 7---VALENTINE DINNER AND DANCE MARCH 22---BEEF AND DUMPLING DINNER APRIL ---EASTER EGGS (Go to our webpage www.fscnews.org for latest happenings)
Another Great Bingo Night! Did You Come Out And Join The Fun? Big Bingo Winner
Fun time for everyone
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GRISWALD HOME CARE A caregiver registry that connects families with the most compassionate and caring professional caregivers anywhere. Want to learn more? Come to Frederica Senior Center September 17 at 10:00am. 9
Happenings at FSC Blue Rocks Baseball
Birthday Dinner/Daily Events
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AARP DEFENSIVE DRIVING REFRESHER COURSE The AARP Driver Safety Program course is given in two, four hour session. You must attend both days to be awarded a certificate of completion. The next scheduled class will be on September 19th, 2013, at the Frederica Senior Center, 216 S. Market Street, Frederica, DE, 19946. Please arrive for classes at 8:30am. Thank you. If you wish to attend this class, please complete the form below, completing all blocks and mail the application to the attention of Renee Hoffman, Executive Director, at the following address: Frederica Senior Center, PO Box 165, Frederica, DE 19946-0165. Checks need to be made out to AARP. AARP member individual cost is $12.00, non-members $14.00. Thank you in advance for wanting to take an AARP Driver Safety Program class. The instructor for this program will be Paul L. Bouchard, phone 302-284-1331 or call Renee Hoffman at the Center at 302-335-4555. Please remember to bring your AARP Card (if a member), your Driver’s License and an Ink Pen. Please cut and save the above information for future reference. Thanks again. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Telephone: __________________ AARP Member: No __________
Yes __________
AARP Membership Number (If Applicable): _____________________________ Name: __________________________
Male: _____ Female: _____
Address: ________________________
DOB: __________________
City: ___________________________
State: _______ Zip: ____________
Driver’s License No. ________________________
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Information about Veterans Benefits Available to Senior Veterans and Their Surviving Spouses Pension (Aid and Attendance) Roughly 1 out of 4 seniors in the U.S. could qualify for the aid and attendance benefit under the right conditions. That's how many war veterans or their surviving spouses there are. Only about 5% of U.S. seniors are actually receiving this benefit. It can pay up to $2,054/month for a couple, $1,732/month for a single veteran and $1,113 for a single surviving spouse. More about the Aid & Attendance Benefit (Contact Ray for a list of Veteran Service Officers)) State Veterans Nursing Homes State veterans homes are a joint venture between state veterans departments and VA. Subsidies come from the state, VA and other sources. The majority of state homes are nursing homes for veterans but some homes may also provide assisted living and other care. Most states have anywhere from 2 to 5 or more homes. Typically there is a waiting list to get in.
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Frederica Senior Center
1st Annual Beauty Contest These Were Your Contestants
THE JUDGES
The Queen And Her Court Queen Myra
Ms Janet
WHAT?!! No Swimsuit Competition
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From the Director, Here at the Frederica Senior Center we strive to face aging with dignity and challenge ourselves along the way. We create opportunities for patrons to actively participate, acknowledge their history and look for paths leading to enhanced self-esteem. It is your feedback that sparks the programs and your choices that define us. You already knew the process of aging would not be easy but what you might not have known is that you could have an opinion and that someone sincerely cared. The dedicated staff at the Frederica Senior Center does care, and has continued to develop programs you’ve suggested. We appreciate each and every one of our members. Sincerely; Renee
Frederica Senior Center welcomes your suggestions and ideas. Let Us Know What You Think!!!!
Lunch Suggestion__________________________________________________________ Breakfast Suggestion_______________________________________________________ Trip Suggestion____________________________________________________________ Activity Suggestion________________________________________________________________________
As always the center appreciates your suggestions and ideas, even your criticism. We strive to make this center and our members happy. Renee 14
Frederica Senior Center Is introducing a new article each month for our newsletter Frederica Senior Center Member of the Month. September member of the month is MS Bertha Macklin MS Macklin is the current longest member of the center. She joined in August 1980, MS Bert grew up in Lincoln Delaware , she was number six out of nine children from Bessie and Azery, Clendaniel, MS Bert attended school in Frederica, she met her husband William Macklin in 1937, they married and resided in Milford Neck where they raised six children, MS Macklin worked Milford stitching for several years, after her retirement she joined Frederica senior center. MS Bert worked at the center as a cook, receptionist, craft department, and activities, the youthful MS Bert retired at the young age of 90 from the center,. Fortunately MS Bert still continued to donate her time at the center and make beautiful Afghans for fundraisers. Stop by the center and chat with MS Bert she is a walking encyclopedia for this center. Frederica Senior Center is proud and lucky to have special people like our MS Bert.
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OUTREACH CORNER By Renee Hoffman Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) The Delaware Energy Assistance Program (DEAP) is a federally funded program for low-income families that need help in meeting their costs of home energy. The Division of State Service Centers (DSSC) administers this program on a contractual basis with Catholic Charities, Inc. Funds are provided by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), under the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). DEAP services provide assistance to income eligible families to help them meet their home energy needs. Income eligibility is defined as 200% of the federal poverty level. (As a reference, please see the Division of Social Services' Income Eligibility tables.) DEAP has several components which include:
Fuel Assistance: Help with home energy bills from the period of October 1 - March 31. This includes grants to income eligible households to help pay for home heating, which includes electricity, natural gas, kerosene, propane, coal, or wood. Grants are made to both homeowners and renters.
Crisis Assistance: This component helps households in crisis during the winter months and may be in the form of a supplemental grant to their fuel assistance benefit. In addition to being income eligible, households must show they are experiencing a crisis (i.e., shut-off notice, out of fuel, no money to pay for fuel).
Summer Cooling Assistance Program (SCAP): This program operates during the months of June -August and helps pay for electricity to cool homes with air conditioning during the hot, humid summer months. In addition to receiving a grant to offset the high costs of electricity to air condition a home, some populations may be eligible to receive a room sized air conditioning unit.
It is important to call Catholic Charities to find out where and how to apply for assistance. To contact Catholic Charities call: Kent County: (302) 674-1782 New Castle County: (302) 654-9295 Sussex County: (302) 856-6310 What are the income limits for applying for DSS programs? Financial eligibility criteria vary from program to program. However, the two most common benchmarks by which DMMA sets income criteria are the: Please check the information for the specific program or service for the exact criteria. However, the following tables may help you determine where your family is, in relation to these benchmarks. 2013 Countable Income Limits 100% FPL FAMILY SIZE GROSS ANNUAL INCOME GROSS MONTHLY INCOME 1 $11,170 $931 2 $15,130 $1,261 3 $19,090 $1,591 4 $23,050 $1,921 5 $27,010 $2,251 6 $30,970 $2,581 7 $34,930 $2,911 8 $38,890 $3,241
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MEET YOUR FREDERICA SENIOR CENTER STAFF
Betty (Craft Coordinator)
Cathy (Activities Director)
Barbara (Receptionist-Volunteer)
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Frederica Senior Center Bill Howe From
GARDEN STATE MEDICAL SUPPLY Will be at the Frederica Senior Center
September 6 2013 at 10:00am To help you keep your independence with pain management!
We offer an alternative or non-evasive treatment for your pain
Arthritic Pain Back or Knee Pain Mobility Products Bedbound/Contractures Ankle Weakness or Drop Foot In need of Diabetic Shoes (Dr. Comfort) Diabetic Supplies I know I can help you! The best part is we do house calls, we will get the script for you, we will deliver the products. We also show you how to use them and make sure everything fits. In addition to what you are already doing. We accept all current insurance. Bill Howe Garden State Medical Equipment Supply Cell: 856-512-0768 A Snack Will be Provided
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SEPTEMBER 2013 TRIPS Wednesday 4 Sept Luray Caverns VA (Cost $45 + Money for meals.) The Bus will leave at 7:00am and return at 11:00pm Come with us and explore the caverns and museums Sign up Before 29 August! Friday 6 Sept Trap Pond DE (Cost $6.00) The Bus will leave at 8:00am and return at 3:00pm What better way to spend the summer and welcome Fall Wednesday 11 Sept F/X Theatre “Jacob’s Choice” (Cost $40 + Lunch Money) The bus leaves at 9:00am and returns at 5:00pm Sign up before 31 August Wednesday 18 Sept Lititz Pa-A Tea Affair (Cost $10 + Lunch Money) The bus leaves at 9:00am and returns at 4:00pm Tea and lunch at a “A Tea Affair” then Wilbur’s Chocolate Friday 20 Sept Cheer Beach Day The bus leaves at 9:30am and returns at 2:00pm Monday 23 Sept Furnace Town (Cost $20 + Money for Lunch) The bus leaves at 9:30am and returns at 5:00pm Visit a 19th Century community near Snow Hill MD Are you really happy using your computer? Want to learn how not to throw it out the window? On Wednesday Sept 25 at 10:30 in the social room, Delaware’s PC Guy will be here to help you master the art of computing. Is there an area or program you need special help with? Please let Ray (Office Manager) know and he will make sure that topic is covered 19
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THE GUIDING LIGHT TO SERVICES AND GOODS IN AND AROUND THE FREDERICA AREA
NOTARY SERVICES AVAILABLE AT FREDERICA SENIOR CENTER NO CHARGE TO MEMBERS FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 335-4555
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5 Steps To Protect Against Extreme Heat’s Effects On Seniors Here are five tips to help seniors stay safe in hot weather: 1. If possible seek an air-conditioned environment. If you do not have air-conditioning at home, visit an air-conditioned shopping mall, restaurant or library. During extreme heat warnings, cities often set up cooling centers for the public to escape the heat. If you cannot leave your home, take a cool shower or place cool towels around pulse points such as the neck and armpits. 2. Drink plenty of cool, non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated beverages without too much sugar. When the body sweats, it loses vital salts and minerals, so grab a sports drink or a Pedialyte. If your liquid intake is limited, eat cold fruits that contain high amounts of water like apples, watermelon and cantaloupe. 3. Stay out of the sun during the warmest parts of the day—usually between 10 or 11 am and 3 or 4 pm—and wear weather appropriate clothing that is loose fitting with light fabrics. 4. Use a buddy system. Ask a friend or relative to call and check on you twice a day. If you know someone 60 or older, call to check on them twice a day. 5. Hire a caregiver from a reputable agency that specializes in in-home senior care and who is trained in senior safety. They can provide care on an hourly or live-in basis, depending on the senior’s needs.
Have a Birthday or Anniversary coming up? Looking for a place to celebrate? Try the Frederica Senior Center
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Membership Guidelines The Frederica Senior Center s mission is to guide Delaware’s senior into a brighter future. The Center is where seniors and or persons with disabilities join together for services, activities, socialization and nutritious home cooked meals. Programs are designed to enhance our seniors dignity, support their independence and encourage involvement in and with the Center and their local community. This Membership Guidelines Booklet has been developed to enhance the experience of your participation in the Center Activities and programs. It is the Centers priority to provide a safe, pleasant, positive, comfortable, enjoyable environment to our members. The Center recognizes that some behaviors may distract and disrupt for the enjoyment of the Center. That is why the following guidelines have been set up by the Board of Directors and Staff Members in order to address any instances that may occur and disrupt the daily routine and experience at the Center. We all ask that you carefully read this booklet to become familiar with these guidelines in order to know what is expected from each and every member of the Frederica Senior Center. 1. Membership is limited by the resources of the Center to individuals who are self mobile, with or without assistance devices such as wheelchairs or walkers, independent, capable of appropriate decision making, self toileting and have adequate appearance and hygiene to participate in daily activities. If not independent self mobile members may attend with a personal assistant. 2. As a member we ask that you promote goodwill. No member shall mistreat, either verbally or physically, any other member or staff. Mistreatment includes sexual, racial or otherwise harassing comments. Violence of any kind will not be tolerated and shall result in immediate dismissal from the Center, and membership will be revoked immediately. 3. Members are asked to encourage diversity. Isolation of members based on race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, and or physical or mental disability shall not be tolerated. 4. The use of illegal drugs or alcohol is not permitted on or in Center property. 5. The rooms and equipment in the Center are for the use of the entire membership and are never for the exclusive use of any one member. Members are expected to respect and maintain the facility and equipment they use. Members may be liable for purposeful damage or destruction of any Center property. 6. Members are not to use any vulgar or profane language at any time. 7. If at any time a member has a problem of some kind, whether it be with another member, staff member, a program or procedure in the Center, that member should report their concern to the Executive Director or Staff Member. No member has the right to approach a guest or group of guests to voice their complaint. Complaining among other members will not get the situation resolved but will only bring disharmony into the Center. 8. Any criminal act committed by a member will result in immediate dismissal. 9. Inoculations must not be done in public areas, such as dining room, lobby or kitchen. The purpose of these guidelines is to allow everyone to richly enjoy their visit to the Center every time they are here. It is up to each individual member to do their part in order to achieve this goal.
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Frederica Senior Center, Inc. Educational and Cultural Programs Professionals from the community visit the Center to inform the members and offer a variety of services free of charge for issues like Health, Legal, Consumer issues and much more! Membership The Frederica Senior Center is open to anyone 50+ or disabled, regardless of race, creed, national origin, or gender. An application must be completed and submitted to the corporation. At that time, a fee of $20.00 for annual membership dues is also required. This fee is renewed every July 1st. Nutritious Meals Come enjoy our delicious meals, cooked at our Center each day. Meals are served buffet style Monday-Friday at noon for a minimal donation of $4.00 per member, $6.00 non-member. Social and Recreational Activities The Center offers a variety of activities which include: daily craft-making classes, our game and social rooms are open daily for pool playing, card games, table games, puzzles, etc. Weekly Bible study, shopping, recreational and cultural trips, various crafts, quilting, walking and much more. Transportation A daily pickup is offered Monday-Friday to transport members to and from the Center, as well as social, recreational and shopping trips. The center has two buses, each equipped with a wheel chair ramp and handicapped equipment. If you are in need of this service please contact us for availability. Outreach Program Our Outreach Coordinator is a mediator between the center and the community. Persons needing assistance with food, shelter, medical bills, or any other assistance please call our Outreach Coordinator.
Staff
Board of Directors Wilbur Jones
President
Renee Hoffman
Executive Director
Paul Davis
1st Vice President
Ray Harris
Office Manager
Herb Konowitz
2nd Vice President
Renee Hoffman
Outreach Director
Rev. William Downing
Secretary
Cathy Mosley
Activities Coordinator
Brian Warnock
Treasurer
Janet Smith
Food Service Manager
Laura McCann
Member At Large
Radine Shanks
Asst. Food Service Manager
Anne Hartnett
Kitchen Assistant
Mert Mullen
Bus Driver
Linda Muncy
Bus Driver
Betty Flemming
Crafts Coordinator
Rocky Shanks
Sanitation Engineer
Mae Maloney
Receptionist (Volunteer)
Barbara Vollberg
Receptionist (Volunteer)
Members: Dave King, Jack Peterman, Mae Maloney, Charles Shinefuss, Glenn Garner, Kelly Sylvester Membership Representative: Mae Maloney
Frederica Senior Center’s Mission Statement Founded in 1974, the Frederica Senior Center was built on the need to combat the debilitating effects of geographical isolation of the elderly residing in Frederica, Magnolia, Felton, North Bowers Beach and rural surrounding areas in Delaware. Our goal is to provide a hot home cooked nutritious meal daily, social, recreational and educational activities, transportation to and from the Center and Outreach services. If you or someone you know has a need or would like to visit our Center, please feel free to call us (302) 335-4555 or (302) 335-1770. Our hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 2:00pm.
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