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Home My Public Portal AboutMarch 2020 Watertown Senior NewsWatertown Council on Aging Senior Center 31 Marshall Street Watertown, MA 02472 (617) 972-6490 Monday through Friday 8:30 AM-5:00 PM Watertown Food Pantry 80 Mount Auburn Street Watertown, MA 02472 Tuesday 10:00 AM-11:30 AM Thursday 4:00 PM-6:00 PM COA/Senior Center Staff Anne -Marie Gagnon, MSW Director of Senior SerV%C2S Marina Kirsanova, LSW Program Coordinator Jenya Kruglyansky Case Worker Rae Grassia Principal Account Clerk Margie Wayne Program Services Assistant Kathy Cunningham Food Pantry Coordinator Jim Cunningham/Bob Horrigan Senior Shuttle Drivers Council on Aging Board Patricia Gold, Chairperson Carol Airasian Dorothy Jean Brown Esther Keaney Mary Keenan Tom Lewis Janet McCullough Araxie Poladian Arlene Smith The Board meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 4:00 PM at the Senior Center. March 2020 Happy March! I am pleased to put the spotlight on the Knitting Group this month. About two and a half years ago, Council on Aging Board member and avid knitter, Esther Keaney, asked me "Where are all the knitters?" In reality, many of these ladies were knitting at home, working on their own projects, and often creating scarves and helmet liners for servicemen and women overseas, baby hats for the Watertown Family Network and hospitals, and lap blankets for hospices, but my and Esther's hope was they would all knit together at the Senior Center. After months of outreach and postings in this newsletter, one person came ... and then another ... and now we are most fortunate to have a group of eight women (and more each week) who come together to share conversation and friendship while knitting. They meet on Wednesday afternoons at 12:30 in the Senior Center lounge and work on various independent projects. My thanks to them for donating so many beautiful hand -made items to local organizations too. Please take a look at all of the offerings we have scheduled for March, particularly the calendar, and take note of any changes in times (if any) for group gatherings. You will notice that as we have added more programs, we now have more visitors to the Senior Center. To maintain smooth transitions from program to program, kindly wait to enter a room until the previous visitors have exited. Programs begin according to the times posted in this newsletter and at the Senior Center. If you have been accustomed to coming early to have a cup of coffee or eat lunch, you will now probably have to wait in the lounge before entering your designated program space. If your group desires additional time before or after, please make an appointment to see the Program Coordinator, Marina, or me, to discuss the issues. Thank you for your cooperation, and we'll see you at the Center! PAGE 2 WATERTOWN SENIOR NEWS March 2020 MARCH 2O20 PROGRAMS Pre -Registration is requested for ALL programs W Please call us at (617) 972-6490 to reserve your spot. Current Month ;; Non -pharmacological Approach to Activities & Services Brain Wellness with yuva/ Malinsky, GAMES: VigorousMind -J Vigorous Mind KL Friday, March 27, at 2:00 pm • Bingo • Rummikubs • Yuval Malinsky, CEO of Vigorous Mind Inc. of Newton, instruc- • Cribbage •Chess •Whist • for of the Vigorous Mind brain wellness lecture series, will con- Canasta • duct a four-part lecture series on 3/27, 4/3, 4/17 and 5/1. The EXERCISES: series teaches seniors about eight non -pharmacological components of a • Tai Chi • Chair Yoga • comprehensive approach to maintaining brain wellness and the science be- • Mat Yoga • Chair volleyball • hind them. Those include: brain stimulation, reducing stress, emotional health, • Line Dancing • Aerobics • socializing, sense of purpose, physical activity, healthy nutrition and adequate • Strength & Balance • sleep. In each lecture participants are familiarized with the current under - ARTS: standing of how each component affects the brain. Research studies are pre- sented that support a recommended behavior related to each component. • Art Classes with Dawn • participants are also engaged in brain stimulating activities and get a handout for each lecture with key points discussed and how to implement them in real HEALTH & WELLNESS: life. Sign up for one or all presentations when you register. • Blood Pressure • Foot Care Cost: FREE Pre -register: Yes! with Dr. Alper • • Vigorous Mind • • Hearing Loss Support Group • TED Talk & Breakfast Refreshments L • • Near Death Experience Wednesday, Marchzf, and March 25, at 9 am GROUPS: TED Talks are presentations about a topic related to technology, science, en- tertainment, or design. It's like a college lecture being given by an expert. An - •ESL • yone can view TED Talks for free on the Internet at www.ted.com and on the Conversational • Conversational •Book Club • TED YouTube channel. Some National Public Radio stations offer the "TED Ra- • • TED Talks Discussion dio Hour" program, and there's a TED Talks podcast. Come for breakfast to COUNSELING: watch and then discuss some TED talks that we have selected this month. • SHINE • MetroWest Legal Cost: $3 Pre -register: Yes! Services • AARP Tax Prep • MUSIC: • Mellowtones Co -Ed Chorus • HARP TAX Assistance • Dean Martin King of Cool • Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays by appointment Volunteers from the AARP Tax Assistance program are back to help low -to - middle income seniors (less than $60,000) complete a simple tax return (no SOCIAL: trusts or rental property, businesses or partnerships). Call the Senior Center • Public Safety Mornings • at (617) 972-6490 for more information. • Movies • Matter of Balance • Cost: FREE, but donations are accepted • St. Patrick's Day Breakfast • • One Book -One Watertown • March 2020 WATERTOWN SENIOR NEWS PAGE 3 MARCH 2O20 PROGRAMS _AsteNow Not To Choose A Nursing Nome" With Emily Felix, is5EN0 tlmI Aowlsog5 25isters Senior Living Advisors Tuesday March 70, at 70 am In -home care, independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing homes and continuing care retirement communities — it's hard to know what's best. Do you know the difference? Join us when 2Sisters Senior Living Advisors helps us sort it all out Cost: FREE Pre -register: Yes! r Discussing Tearing Loss Support Group Experience with Kathy Trefethen, M5W Tuesday, March 70, at 12:30 pm How do the ears hear so the brain can understand? How do you keep the quality in your relationships while adapting to adult hearing loss? How do you communicate so that you get the best help from your hearing loss specialist? Join to discuss those questions and beyond with Kathy Trefethen, MSW, who started a Hearing Loss Support group at Franklin Senior Center. Cost: FREE Pre -register: Yes! I Near -Death Experience with Susan Nebard, Executive Director, Greater Boston IANDS Wednesday, March 11, at 10:00 am The International Association for Near -Death Studies (IANDS) is working with researchers who are investigating Near -Death Experiences and the after- effects they produce. During the presentation, we will watch two DVDs: What Medical Professionals Need to Know(running time 30 mins.) and Understanding Veterans'Near--Death Experiences (running time 36 mins.). Susan will tell about her experience and will facilitate the Q&A session after the review of the videos. Cost: FREE Pre -register: Yes! Coffee & Conversation with Governor's Councillor Marilyn M- Petitto Devaney Tuesday, March 37, at 9:30 am Come for coffee & pastries with your District 3 Governor's Councillor and learn more about the work of the Governor's Council and have your questions answered. Cost: FREE Pre -register: Yes! M. Dean Martin — King of Cool k.�. with Bruce Nambro Wednesday, March at 70:00 am 18, This lecture by Bruce Hambro follows the career of an American show -business icon. Martin was the epitome of cool in the mid-20th century American world of enter- tainment. To enhance the experience of the lecture and musical presentation, many power -point slides and video clips that illustrate Dan Martin's life and career will be projected on the screen for the audience to enjoy. Cost: FREE Pre -register: Yes! .4 One Book —One Watertown with °MB°°K. Aimee Lambert, Watertown Public Library ' dIIEMPIm�d 3° Wednesday, March 25, at 70:00 am We are pleased to announce Lara Pres- cott's debut novel, The Secrets They Kept as our selec- tion for One Book, One Watertown 2020! Join us for com- munity conversations about literature as propaganda, the value of women's work, breathtaking fashions of the 1950s, the love story of Boris Pasternak and his mistress Olga Ivinskaya (the inspiration for Lara), the dangers of totalitarianism, and so much more. Cost: FREE Pre -register: Yes! ,d` o , Drop -In Conversation & Coffee with E51, Volunteer Trainers Wednesdays at 2 pm Come to practice conversation and improve your speak- ingand listening proficiency. Our English as a Second Lan- guage (ESL) volunteers have extensive experience in teaching and multicultural communication. No prior reg- istration needed. Call the Senior Center at (617) 972- 6490 for more info and MEETING LOCATION. Cost: FREE Pre -register: No, just stop in. PAGE 4 WATERTOWN SENIOR NEWS March 2020 COMMUNITY MORNINGS HEALTH & WELLNESS DIA1,06UE WITN THE DIRECTOR BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENIN6 Thursday, March 12th at 9:00 am M Thursday, March 5 at 10 am Join Anne -Marie Gagnon, Director of the Watertown Senior Center, for an hour of Provided rs . F Wi/ I/anDinter, RN, Watertown Public coffee and conversation. Health Nurse. Free. Coffee with Watertown Police Chief Lawn & Captain Dupuis Tuesday, March 10th & 24th at 9:30 am Join us for conversation & coffee in the Lounge. BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING Thursday, March 26 at 10 am Provided by Linda Micklay, R.N, CareGroup Home Care. Free. NEW TIME! .:., Coffee with the Watertown Fire Dept- " , FOOT CARE CLINIC with DR- RLPER Thursday March 26th at 10:00 am Thursday, March 26 from 70:30 to 72:30 Join us for conversation &coffee in the Lounge. Toenails, corns, callus care only. The cost for this service is $25 payable to Dr. Alper. The Watertown COA thanks all of our advertisers. Nevertheless, placement of these advertisements does not constitute endorsement of the named products and services. = '.4... -.i _ 1D EVITO 1 i :"1 E R A L 110 1E . J.rrxrr q f'lr,-+Ntx/ d:- i'. r�rrJrr .. fF s r ozw Alfred, John, John Jr. & Jonathan DeVito Arlington: 1145 Mass. Ave., Arlington, MA 02476 1 (781) 643-5610 Watertown: 761 Mt. Auburn St., Watertown, MA 02472 1 (617) 924-3445 www.devitofuneralhome.com k Meadow reen Outpatient ent Therapy - - Rehabilitation Clinic Now Open and Nursing Center Nam We welcome new & former Jlfeadosr ,, �' clients of Meadow Green! 'TE ITT 781 .. r PEALTN CENTER Physical Therapy 59 COOLIDGE HILL ROAD - �-, � occupational Therapy ATERTOWN. M,A.42472 Speech Therapy i17. 4.11 0 www.NteadowGreenRehabandNursing.com w4V4 _WatertownHC.co , 45 Woburn Street I WAItham, MA 02452 .•�, e. Ad info.1-800-477-4574 a Publication Support 1-800-888-4574 0 www.4[pi.com Watertown Council on Aging, Watertown 06-5192 PAGE 5 WATERTOWN SENIOR NEWS March 2020 MOVIE MATINEE & PIZZA, Thursdays at 1:00 03/05 Downton Abbey (2019 - Comedy, Drama, Romance , PG, 2h. 2 m., IMDb 7.5) The continuing story of the Crawley family, wealthy owners of a large estate in the English countryside in the early twentieth century. Stars: Michelle Dockery, Matthew Goode, and Tuppence Middleton. 03/19 Brooklyn (2015 - Drama, PGA3, 1h. 57 m., IMDb 7.5) An Irish immigrant lands in 1950s Brooklyn, where she quickly falls into a romance with a local. When her past catches up with her, however, she must choose between two countries and the lives that exist within. Stars: Saoirse Ronan, Emory Cohen, Domhnall Gleeson 03/26 Motherless Brooklyn (2019 - Crime, Drama, Mystery, R, 2h. 24 m., IMDb 6.9) In 1950s New York, a lonely private detective afflicted with Tourette's Syndrome ventures to solve the murder of his mentor and only friend. Stars: Edward Norton, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, and Alec Baldwin 04102 Red Joan (2019 - Biography, Drama, History , R, 1 h. 41 m., IMDb 6.3) In a picturesque village in England, Joan Stanley (Academy Award (R) winner Dame Judi Dench), lives in contented retirement. Cambridge University in the 1930s, and the young Joan (Sophie Cookson), a demure physics student, falls intensely in love with a seductively attractive Russian saboteur, Leo. Stars: Judi Dench, Sophie Cookson, and Stephen Campbell Moore BOOK CLUB Wednesday, /)larch 77, at 9:30 fl/l1 Persuasion is the last novel fully completed by Jane Austen. It was published at the end of 1817, w six months after her death. The novel was well - received in the early 19th century. Greater fame came later in the century, continued in the 20th century, and through to the 21st century. As Persuasion is Austen's last completed novel, it is accepted as her most maturely written novel showing a refinement of literary conception indicative of a woman approaching forty years of age. Cost: FREE Pre -register: No ,., Wednesday, April S, at 9:30 19/)1 Round House is one of the most revered novelists of our time - a brilliant chronicler of Native - American life. It is an exquisitely told story of a boy on the cusp of manhood who seeks justice and understanding in the wake of a terrible crime that upends and forever transforms his family. Cost: FREE Pre -register: No Trouble raying Heating Bills? 2019- 0 LIMA" Income E.Ligiblli[y Er.mily Sim maximuin imcnane 1 $. 7 . 360 d 97L.946 s83,341 FueiAssistance pro- gram may be able to help you. Each year, Community Teamwork offers LI- HEAP, also known as Fuel Assistance. Apply if you are homeowner or a renter to get assistance with pay- ing for oil, kerosene, electricity, natural gas, pro- pane, and heat included in the rent. Call Water- town Senior Center. Fool Watertown Food Pantry 80 Mount Auburn Street Tuesdays 10:00 AM-11:30 AM Thursdays 4:00 PM-6:00 PM CPU- FOR V0t,UN1_FFR5! The Senior Center is seeking volunteers to help with community dis- tribution of this monthly newsletter. If you have an hour or so a month to share, please call Margie at the Senior Center to learn how. PAGE 6 WATERTOWN SENIOR NEWS March 2020 DROP -IN EXERCISE CLASSES at the SENIOR CENTER. Pay as you go! Each class lasts one hour. In the absence of an instructor, the COA reserves the right to substitute an offering or cancel the class. Thank you. MONDAY EXERCISE at 11:00 AM Exercise with Shannon Exercises include muscle strengthening, light -stretching, balance and posture improvement, and low -impact aerobics. Cost: $3.00 TUESDAY EXERCISE at 9:30 AM Exercise with JoAnna Join the fun! Regular exercise can improve circulation, help to strengthen bones, increase muscle mass, reduce joint stiffness, and improve general health. Cost: $3.00 TUESDAY LINE DANCING at 11:15 AM Join Manny and friends and get up and get moving with this fun bunch! Cost: $4.00 WEDNESDAY MAT YOGA at 11:00 AM Yoga with Sue Bring your own mat and join Sue for this gentle, restful yoga session that promotes strength and agility. Cost: $3.00 THURSDAY CHAIR YOGA at 9:30 AM Seated Yoga with Diane Cost: $3.00 THURSDAY KEEP FIT with JOANNA at 11:00 AM. Cost $3.00 NEW! FRIDAY CHAIR VOLLEYBALL at 10:00 AM Cost: FREE! FRIDAY TAI CHI for BALANCE with MARIE at 12:30 PM The regular practice of Tai Chi can help to improve balance and core strength. Try a class to learn more! Cost: $4.00 FRIDAY STRENGTH & BALANCE at 2:15 PM With Pearl Cost: $3.00 No class March 27, April 3, 10 (Good Friday), 17, and 24. PLEASE NOTE: If a class is canceled and we have enough notice and your info in MySeniorCenter, you may receive a Robo-Call from the Senior Center. The number that comes up on Caller ID is (617) 397.3800, and might be identified as Scam by your smart phone. TRANSPORTATION GROCERY SHOPPING, TRIPS TO TARGET, MARSHALLS, WATERTOWN & ARSENAL MALLS Via the Watertown Senior Shuttle (617) 972-6490 Call the Senior Center to be added to the route if you are new or need to change from your scheduled day. The Shuttle will pick you up and return you to your home. Approximately 1 hour of shopping time. Suggested donation is $1.00 Round Trip. STRICT 3 BAG LIMIT! No cases of water. Please show the driver your My Senior Center Key Tag. Applications available on the Senior Shuttle. Driver provides limited assistance. TRANSPORTATION TO THE SENIOR CENTER FOR PROGRAMS and SERVICES (617) 972-6490 We want to see you at the Senior Center! Call us! Program available as funding permits. RIDES TO LOCAL DOCTORS (617) 972-6490 Call the Senior Center 2 days in advance to schedule your taxi ride. You may tip the driver at your discretion. A spouse, friend, or companion may accompany you at no extra charge. Program available as funding permits. THE MBTA RIDE Have you thought about taking the MBTA Ride? For eligibility contact: THE RIDE - 617-337-2727 www.mbta.com/theride NEWS FROM THE FRIENDS Friends of the Watertown COA Meeting March 72 at 2:00 PM Watertown Senior Center Come and meet some new people and learn how you can help the Friends supportI.T ' the Senior Center. 0 N 0 N P:: 1E ri 11 �CL �a sa s sue C.$ n a � � '� I > „ 4 > w > ,Vi ] Cif 7+ L C ,¢i �k C m3 m G7 L 4 ; r• ip i X C 7 O L7 C �,L 2I,L C6.. 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O a, E 0E O O V 4 N O PAGE 8 WATERTOWN SENIOR NEWS March 2020 SHINE NEWS Want to lower your Medicare costs? McAlcate changes, for 2020 On January 1, 2020 the income and asset limits for the Medicare Savings Programs* increased. If you qualify, these programs will pay your Part B premium and in some cases your Part A and B deductibles, co -pays and Part A premium (if you have one). In addition, you will automatically receive Extra Help, a program that will lower your Medicare Part D premium and co -pays. Income and asset limits effective 1-1-20 Income /month Assets Individ- $1,738 $15,720 ual Married $2,346 $23,600 couple Prescription drug co -payments with Extra Help effective 1-1-20: Per 30-Day supply Generic $3.60 Brand Name $8.95 To learn more and to request an application, contact MassHealth at: 1-800-841-2900 or TTY at: 1-800-497-4648. SHINE can also assist you with the application process. Call us to make an appointment. * Medicare Savings Programs are also called "MassHealth Buy -In" and are administered by MassHealth. join us for free computer sses at the Library! Introduction to Microsoft ExceFPL Saturdla{y, 3 Beginners) pm w,h,�rnr w a Google Sheets and Dons Thursday, 3119 16.30 pm All 4k8 F4*M 4; 19�3.iA min Ser44'C 4+i•J;'l Ll'? "-'. ReiistraAian bWs three weeks priry to a poic dace Cell 61 7-97EA-16 Ur viSir V94UVWhi iCL-XU1'14 COMING IN APRIL Flowers with Ernie Thursday, April 2, at 70:00 am Grapevine wreaths decorated with tri-colored flowers, tied together with leaf twine for a door or wall hanging. Cost: $10.00 Pre -register: Yes, now. Armenian Cultural Morning Wednesday, April 15, and April 22, at 70:00 am Come and join us, learning more about the culture and history of the Armenian community of Watertown. We will have in- teractive presentations, short movies, music, & Armenian food. Spon- sored in part by MCOA. Cost: $7 for each event Pre -register: Starting March 30. "Armenian Cooking in the Community" with Meline Topouzian, Vice Chair, Cambridge ARS Chapter Friday, April 17, at 3:30 pm Armenian cooking is often a multigenerational undertaking. "Armenian Cooking in the Community" is a pilot program led by the Ar- menian Relief Society (A.R.S.) with the intention of using the process of Armenian food -making as a means of multigenerational engagement for those of any background. Come with your grandchildren and friends to enjoy. Cost: $3.00 Pre -register: Starting April 1. f� Non -pharmacological Approach to rigorous Mind --i Brain wellness with Yuval Malinsky, Vigorous Mind Friday, April 3, 77, and May 5, at 2:00 pm A lecture series discussing the eight components of a comprehensive non -pharmacological approach to maintaining brain wellness. We shall look at the advancement in the understanding of the brain in the last 30 years and discuss those life-style ways that research has shown that they can help to reduce the risk of dementia. Cost: FREE Pre -register: Yes, now. Navigating Nome Care sorKimberly Arouth 95N, RN, Chief Executive Officer e VISITING NURSE & COMMUNITY CARE VNCC Thursday, April 30, at 70:00 am The presentation will focus on services available for those family mem- bers in need of home care for a loved one. It will touch upon three lev- els of service including home health, private pay, and hospice services and the questions to ask when researching home care. Cost: FREE Pre -register: Starting April 1. FREE! dgnS'a'a! Savings l"'I", an American Walk -In Tubs _ 91aoFREE!($500Valus) iie' WALK-IN BATHTUB SALE! 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Watch our video tour at CareDimensions,org or tall 781-373-6616 to learn more about the new Care Dimensions Hospir:e House - Ca reD mensions- THE APA T11MIS COOLIDOerM H LU Residence Highlights f 55+ • Parking • Pet Friendly Fitness Center • Library With Fireplace Seconds From Vibrant Coolidge Square! Asset Protection Elder Law . Real Estate Probate & Trusts NAELA Netinnal A,,& of Mlember ElAer Len At ,r y, Located in the heart of Watertown at 182 Main Street 617-926-8549 OC Ad info.1-800-477-4574 - Publication Support 1-800-888-4574 a www.4[pi.com Watertown Council on Aging, Watertown 06-5192 PAGE 10 WATERTOWN SENIOR NEWS March 2020 CASE WORKER CORNER SENIOR SHUTTLE ` � 00,..E qe*xg r Kauai y.. . Housing is one of the most deeply concerning issues in my work. / am getting many calls from seniors who need to move out,because their landlord decided to sell the property or,because my clients couldn't afford to pay the rent. lenya Krug/yansky My role is to lay out all the options available and to make sure I provide all the necessary information and resources that my clients need for the transition. One of the long-term strategies I recommend is to apply for private or town -subsidized housing as soon as you can. The waiting list time can be up to six years for Watertown residents and at least ten years for non- residents. The only immediate solutions for those who just lost a place to live would be to seek a friend or family member to stay with, or to go to a shelter in Waltham, Cambridge, or Boston. The longer -term solution is to apply for other congregate housing with Waltham and/or Newton Housing Authorities. The whole process might take from three to six months, given that there are few current openings. The other option is to apply for a room with an affordable rent through Metro Boston area housing agencies. Another way to look for low-income housing is to participate in the lottery administered by Metrowest Collaborative Development (https://metrowestcd.org ). Visit their website or call me to get more information about the process and the timeframes. I will help with filling in the applications and identifying the necessary verification documents. If necessary, I will facilitate communication with the agency and will advocate on the client's behalf. des., Case Worker Museum of Russian Icons and lunch at Clinton Bar and Grill (on your own) Thursday, March 12 Leaves from the Senior Center at 10 am The Museum of Russian Icons is located in Clinton, Massachusetts. The collection includes more than 1,000 Russian icons and related artifacts, making it one of the largest private collections of Russian icons outside of Russia and the largest in North America. Watertown seniors only. httas://www.museumofrussianicons.orR/ Cost: $10.00 (Includes Ride and Museum Admission) Pre -register: Yes Trip To Market Basket -Waltham 1E' Thursday, March 26 Cost: $2.00 donation paid to driver. Pre -register: Yes Watertown seniors only. Space is limited to 16 on each run and 2 wheelchairs, so sign up early. . Driver provides limited assistance. RUN 1: 9:00 am: Leaves from 100 Warren, 55 Waverley or McSherry Gardens. RUN 2: 10:15 am: Leaves from other locations. Cost: $2.00 donation paid to driver. Pre -register: Yes CALL (617) 972.6490 to travel today! And if you have ideas for other trips, please call and ask for Marina to share your suggestions. The Friends of the COA NEED YOU! 1I Are YOU the next Secretary? To operate effectively, the Friends of the Watertown Council on Aging are in need of a Secretary to record and complete Minutes of their meetings. This volunteer position will help out at monthly i-hour Friends' Board Meetings on the znd Thursday of the month from 2-3 PM. Please contact Mary Keenan at (617) 926-5295 to be considered for this important position. Does My Living Trust Need to be Fixed? Estate Planning &Asset Protection Law Center of DENNIS SULLIVAN & ASSOCIATES Our clients have peace of mind knowing we continually monitor their plans throughout the years to identify when updates are needed. We have been providing the "Lifetime Protection Program" for many clients for more than a decade since inception. Our unique "19 Point Trust Estate and Asset Protection Review' allows us to identify and monitor these updates. Our Law Center has over 42 years of experience both as Estate and Asset Protection Attorneys, and also as Certified Public Accountants. This program gives continual guidance and protection for families, spouses, children and grandchildren for generations. The Estate Planning and Asset Protection Law Center of Dennis Sullivan & Associates is a proud member of The Wealth Counsel, Elder Counsel, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Massachusetts Society of CPAs, and we have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. We possess the knowledge, tools, contacts, and expertise to grant you peace of mind for a lifetime. Retirement Benefit Income tax acceleration with recent law changes. Our federal estate tax applicable exclusion is at $11.58 million up from $11.4 million in 2019. It comes down to this question. Would you rather leave a legacy of excess avoidable taxes, OR contribute to the wellbeing of your spouse, children and causes you hold dearest? ATTENTION: If Your Living Trust is 3+ Years old it May be Outdated! Contact us about a personalized complimentary discovery review session (normally $750) To schedule your family's Trust, Estate and Asset Protection Review CALL 800-964-4295 OR VISIT DSULLIVAN.COM TO REGISTER ONLINE. I 1 Sign up to have our newsletter emailea to you at www.ourseniorcenter.com Ad info.1-800-477-4574 a Publication Support 1-800-888-4574 a www.4[pi.com Watertown Council on Aging, Watertown 06-5192 March 2020 WATERTOWN SENIOR NEWS PAGE 12 SOCIAL SERVICES RESOURCES UTATERTOU/N FOOD PANTRY SPRIAI&WE1,1- cc Aging Services Access Point Ulatertown Senior Center For Watertown Residents Area Agency Aging Jenya Kruglyansky, Case Worker Belmont -Watertown UMC (Rear) (617) 926-4100 (617) 972-6490 80 Mount Auburn Street Help for residents 60+ and their families Watertown, MA 02472 Springwell offers a Community Lunch with fuel, housing, food, counseling and (617) 972-6490 Program Monday —Friday for any other emergency resources. She speaks Hours of Operation: Watertown resident age 60 and older. English and Russian. Tuesday 10:00 — 11:30 AM Suggested $2.00 donation. Call the Wayside Thursday 4:00 — 6:00 PM Limited Home Delivery for Homebound dining manager at (617) 923-2769 for Menu Information and to Register. Jenna Willis, Watertown Social Services Kathy Cunningham, Coordinator Resource Specialist Email: kcunningham@watertown-ma.gov (617) 744-9585 UlflTERTOUIN NOUSlN6 AUTHORITY Help for residents under 60 and families with fuel, housing, food, counseling and W q'rFRTOU/N VETERANS (617) 923-3950 other emergency resources. SERVICES SENIOR PARKIN6 PERMITS Assistance to veterans and families with FRIENDS OF THE Federal and State benefits and services. U/ATERTOU/N COA For Watertown residents 65+ parking p g Veterans Services Officer (VSO) permits available for meters in municipal Mr. Patrick George Meet the 2nd Thursday of the Month lots. Call the Senior Center for info. (617) 972-6416 at 2:00 PM at the Senior Center Thank you to the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs, Watertown Community /METROUIEST t.E66t, SERVICES UTATERTOUIN SENIOR CENTER Foundation, Marshall Home Fund and the (508) 620-1830 Anne -Marie Gagnon, Director Friends of the COA for their support of the Email: agagnon@watertown-ma.gov Watertown Council on Aging/Senior Center. (617) 972-6490 WATERTOWN COUNCIL ON AGING SENIOR CENTER 31 MARSHALL STREET WATERTOWN, MA 02472 (617) 972-6490 RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED 7&aV4/ 2020 52kw / Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/WatertownMACouncilOnAging