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1673 Main Street, Brewster, MA 02631 • (508) 896-2737 • Fax (508) 896-7587
Hours: 8:00am - 4:00pm Monday - Friday
Denise Rego, Director Robert Deloye, COA Board Chairperson Marilyn Dearborn, FOBE Chairperson
January 2017
MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Brewster Council on Aging is to enhance the dignity and well -being of Brewster Elders.
The staff of the Council on Aging is always available to link our seniors to our services and give support .
Happy New Year to All!
It’s hard to believe that 2016 is behind us and we are moving forward into 2017. Time goes by so fast
that we all need to enjoy every day. We hope that you will continue to include us as part of your family,
as we love our relationships with you.
As you might remember, our collaboration with UMass Boston-Gerontology to survey our Brewster
citizens has produced a 113-page Needs Assessment Study Report and now it is time to start forming a
plan to implement these needs. The report highlighted some of the things that we do best, along with
others that need improvement. Sometimes change can be difficult, but new challenges help us grow and
enhance our lives. The 3 most important things needed for a successful life are nutrition, exercise and
socialization. Going forward, we will focus on this and work hard to provide quality programs and
events for all. A new year can offer new opportunities and growth, so I’d like to reach out to you for
your ideas and interests. Please feel free to stop in anytime to discuss your thoughts with me.
Denise
HOLIDAY CLOSING NOTES
The COA will be closed on
Monday, January 2 for the
New Year’s Day observance.
We will also be closed on
Monday, January 16 in honor of
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
BREWSTER COA’S INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY
If the Nauset Public Schools are closed,
all activities/programs and van transportation at the
Senior Center are cancelled.
If the Brewster Town Hall is closed,
the Brewster Senior Center
will also be closed.
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This month’s article is about the theft of package deliveries to your home featured on TV
news recently.
Brazen thieves follow UPS, Fed-X and other delivery service trucks and watch to see where they
leave off packages. The thieves see a package being dropped off that they think they can steal without
anyone noticing and suddenly your package is gone.
If you receive a notice your package is gone, here is what to do. First, file a police report, and
second, contact your carrier – UPS, Fed-X, USPS, Amazon et al. Most of the major carriers have
information on how to report a missing package right on their websites. Think about installing an
outdoor video camera or doorbell camera
If you have had a problem that others should know about, please send a brief summary to our FOBE
account : friends1673@comcast.net. We look forward to sharing your experiences in the hopes that it
may help someone out!
IT’S TIME!
If you haven’t already done so, it is time to
renew your membership for 2017. The term
of membership is from January to December
2017. Please stop by the office today to renew and get
your new 2017 card!
SEA CAPTAIN’S THRIFT SHOP NEWS
Thanks to all who visited our Christmas Boutique and purchased some of our
wonderful holiday items!
The Thrift Shop is taking a short holiday break, and will not be open until
Thursday, January 5th. We have decided to remain open during the months of January
and February on a limited basis.
Store hours will be Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00am – 3:00pm.
In the event of inclement weather, a decision might need to be made to close the shop on
that day for the safety of our volunteers. The Thrift Shop will resume its normal 6 days
per week schedule in March.
We look forward to seeing you in 2017!
FOBE IS GOING “HIGH TECH”!
Starting in January, we will be available on Facebook!
Information on events, pictures, etc. will be noted.
Just “friend” us on Facebook and see what’s going on!
Thanks to Alice Stelzer for being our tech/Facebook guru
and getting this up and running….great job Alice!
NEW INFORMATION CENTER
The COA has purchased a new, large bulletin board that will be placed on the wall opposite the
Reception area. This board will be used to keep you up-to-date with our daily schedule of our
programs throughout the fire station construction project. And, if there are any sudden changes, we
will be calling you with that information. Don’t worry, we will do our best to keep you well informed!
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Tuesdays: 10:00 - 11:30am
Wells Court
141 Brewster Road, Brewster
It’s a NEW Year, and W.O.W. (Wonderful
Older Women) is changing its venue!
The group is now meeting across the street
from the Brewster COA at Wells Court.
Meetings will still be held on Tuesdays, from
10:00am - 11:30am.
The W.O.W. group is a friendly group of
women which reviews current events, talks
about movies & books, provides support, and
enjoys great conversation.
We invite you to drop by!
Brewster, MA
COMPUTER USERS GROUP
Brewster COA, 1673 Main Street
Thursdays 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Brewster COA, 1673 Main St.
January dates: 5, 12, 19
Topics are solicited from program attendees at each
meeting and discussed at subsequent
meetings. Skill level is from beginner to
intermediate. No need to sign up, just come and
learn something new!
BREWSTER MEN’S COFFEE CLUB
Thursdays, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Brewster COA, 1673 Main St.
The Brewster Men’s Coffee Club will be
meeting on the following Thursday
afternoons in January at the Brewster COA:
5, 12, 19, 26
We are always looking for new members, as well as
Guest Speakers! We welcome you to join us!
New Year, New Pedicarist!
The Brewster COA is pleased to announce the
return of Janet Tinney, who will be doing our
Pedicare appointments from now on. Janet was
our Pedicarist here years ago, and will be replacing
Sharon Sullivan. We are very happy to have her
back with us!
Starting this month, she will be taking Pedicare
appointments on the 2nd Monday of every month,
beginning with January 9th from 9am to 2pm.
It’s a New Year! If you need some expert pedicure
help, let Janet ‘meet your feet’!
Simply call the Brewster COA at (508) 896-2737 to
schedule your appointment!
JUST A REMINDER…
If you are in need of a medical ride to the
doctors, etc., please be sure to contact us AS
SOON AS YOU MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT.
During the winter months, many of our volunteer
drivers become “snow birds”, heading south to
warmer climates, so we are limited in the
number of rides we can do.
The earlier you can call us, the more time it
gives us to locate a driver. We ask for a
minimum of 4 BUSINESS DAYS (weekends do
not count as we are not open), but are always
happiest when you give us a longer time period
to enlist a driver.
Also, with snow-season already upon us, we
want to remind you to be wary of icy walkways
as well as roadways. If you get services from
Visiting Nurses, Elder Services, Meals on
Wheels, or are using our Medical Ride program,
those individuals really need to have safe
access to your home. Make arrangements to
have your driveway plowed and your walks
shoveled early in the season, and make sure
they’re cleared before any volunteer driver
comes to pick you up. We want everyone to
stay safe this winter!
Thank you for your understanding.
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Due to the possibility of inclement weather,
we do not have any special events scheduled for January.
WAS YOUR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION TO GET FIT?
DON’T FORGET ALL THE DIFFERENT EXERCISE PROGRAMS WE OFFER HERE AT
THE COA --- IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO START!!
The following programs are here at the COA. Feel free to call us for more information on any of these
programs. Make 2017 the year you start moving more!!!
KEEP MOVIN’ - Monday and Friday mornings from 9:45am-10:45am
20 classes for $50.00
Strength training for seniors – help relieve arthritis symptoms using adjustable weights
and stretch bands. Stop in and speak to the instructor if you are interested.
LINE DANCING FOR FUN & FITNESS - Wednesday mornings from 8:45am – 9:45am
$4.00 per class if paid monthly - $6.00 per class for drop ins.
No dance experience required – just the desire to have fun dancing to lively music. Our instructor is
from Cape Sands Ballroom. Come on by and try a class!!
QI GONG–AN ANCIENT CHINESE HEALTH CARE SYSTEM
Thursdays, 9:00am – 9:45am
$10.00 per 5 class session.
The current session runs thru January 12th
This is an integration of physical postures, breathing techniques and focused intentions that help to
reduce stress, build stamina, increase vitality and enhance the immune system. The class is
approximately 45 minutes including warm up. Registration forms will need to be completed and a
medical release signed by your physician. The current session runs until January 12th – but you can
still sign on now. The class will then take a short respite until April so the instructor can get away from
the New England winter. Don’t wait until then – come on by and see if this is the class for you!
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
2
(The COA is closed)
3
10:00am W.O.W. at
Wells Court
1:00pm Bridge
4
8:45am Line Dancing
9:00am Computer Help
10:30am BINGO
1:00pm Quilters
5
9:00am Qi Gong
1:00pm Computer
Users Group
2:00pm BMCC
6
9:45am Keep Movin’!
10:00am Swimming at
Brewster Green
10:30am BINGO
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9:00am Pedicare
9:45am Keep Movin’!
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9:00am Yoga
10:00am W.O.W. at
Wells Court
1:00pm Bridge
1:00pm SHINE
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8:45am Line Dancing
9:00am Computer Help
9:00am SHINE
10:30am BINGO
11:30am Sight Loss/BLL
1:00pm Quilters
12
9:00am Qi Gong
1:00pm Computer
Users Group
2:00pm BMCC
5:00pm Yoga
13
9:45am Keep Movin’!
10:00am Swimming at
Brewster Green
10:30am BINGO
16
Martin Luther
King, Jr. Day
(The COA is closed)
17
9:00am Yoga
10:00am W.O.W. at
Wells Court
1:00pm Bridge
1:00pm SHINE
18
8:45am Line Dancing
9:00am Computer Help
9:00am SHINE
10:30am BINGO
11:00am Massages
with Sandra
1:00pm Quilters
19
8:00am Pet Grooming
8:30am Hearing Scrgs.
11:00am Massages
w/Sandra at Maplewood
1:00pm Computer
Users Group
1:00pm Financial
Planning
2:00pm BMCC
5:00pm Yoga
20
9:45am Keep Movin’!
10:00am Swimming at
Brewster Green
10:30am BINGO
11:00am Representative
Tim Whelan
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9:45am Keep Movin’!
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9:00am Yoga
10:00am W.O.W. at
Wells Court
10:00am BP/Glucose
Testing & Health/BLL
1:00pm Bridge
1:00pm SHINE
25
8:45am Line Dancing
9:00am Computer Help
9:00am SHINE
10:00am Legal Help
with Tom Kosman
10:30am BINGO
1:00pm Quilters
26
2:00pm BMCC
5:00pm Yoga
27
9:45am Keep Movin’!
10:00am Swimming at
Brewster Green
10:30am BINGO
30
9:45am Keep Movin’!
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9:00am Yoga
10:00am W.O.W. at
Wells Court
1:00pm Bridge
1:00pm SHINE
1:00pm Massages with
Marilou
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January 2017 Page 7
MOBILE PANTRY “Health Food to Go”
We are pleased to bring to you this program in cooperation with The
Family Pantry of Cape Cod. Food selection is done in advance,
utilizing a program shopping list, which include standard
non-perishable foods, along with special non-perishable foods, fresh produce, bread prod-
ucts, dairy and meats. Your shopping order is pre-bagged on the morning that you will be
picking it up. All participants will have to take part in a registration and
qualification process. Our next delivery date is Wednesday, January 11th.
For more information, please call Debra or Brenda at our Outreach Office at 508-896-2737.
TAX EXEMPTION INFORMATION
You may qualify for a substantial Real Estate Tax Exemption. Please contact the Outreach office at
the Brewster COA at (508) 896-2737. Applications are available now!
DISPOSABLE
ADULT UNDERGARMENTS
We have a large supply of disposable
adult undergarments.
If you know of someone that could use some,
please stop by the COA during our
working hours.:
8:00am to 4:00pm Monday - Friday
FLYING SOUTH FOR THE WINTER?
If you are currently receiving the ‘Bayside Chatter’ and you will be away this
winter, please call the office at (508) 896 -2737 to tell us of your plans.
We will stop delivery of your newsletter and start it up again when you return!
FUEL ASSISTANCE
Need some help with your winter heating
bills? You may be eligible for fuel
assistance. Please contact the
Outreach Department at the
Brewster COA at (508) 896-2737
for more information.
LOCATION CHANGE: The ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP & ACTIVITY
GROUP for PEOPLE WITH COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT is now be meeting at
Maplewood of Brewster, 820 Harwich Road (Route 124) on the 1st Tues. of each month,
1:00-2:30pm. The Caregivers support group and the Dementia support group run simultaneously.
Dr. Molly Perdue, facilitator. Drop-ins welcome. Call (508) 896-5170 for more information.
COME JOIN US FOR LUNCH!
Simply call Cindy in our Brewster COA Nutrition Center at
(508) 896-5070 by 11:00am the day before and she will make
sure your delicious, hot meal will be ready for you when you come
the following day. Join us at 10:30am on Wednesdays and
Fridays to play BINGO before lunch! And, we feature piano tunes at 11:30am
on Wednesdays and Thursdays by our talented volunteer pianists!
Requested meal donation is $3.00. Transportation can be arranged.
You might enjoy the new friendships that you can make at the Senior Center!
BAYSIDE
WEEKLY/MONTHLY PROGRAMS/ACTIVITIES:
ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP & ACTIVITY
GROUP for PEOPLE WITH COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT:
1st Tues. of each month ~ 1:00-2:30pm at Maplewood of Brewster,
820 Harwich Road (Route 124). The Caregivers support group and the
Dementia support group run simultaneously. Dr. Molly Perdue, facilitator.
Drop-ins welcome. Call (508) 896-5170 for more information.
ANGELCARE: Please call the COA for information: (508) 896-2737
BANKING ASSISTANCE: For help balancing seniors’ checkbooks. By
appointment only. Please call the COA at (508) 896-2737 to reserve.
BINGO: Wednesday and Friday from 10:30 - 11:30am.
BLOOD PRESSURE & GLUCOSE TESTING/HEALTH COUNSELING:
4th Tuesday of the month at the Brewster Ladies Library, lower level.
10:00am – 2:00pm - On a drop-in basis. Provided by VNA of Cape Cod.
BREWSTER MEN’S COFFEE CLUB: Thursdays ~ 2:00pm.
BRIDGE (men’s and women’s groups): Tuesdays ~ 1:00pm.
BRIDGE LESSONS: DISCONTINUED at Brewster COA.
For more info, please see: http://midcape.capefinesse.com/
COMPUTER HELP: Wednesdays ~ 9:00am – 12:00pm
By appointment only. 1-hour sessions are hands-on, one-on-one,
and participants choose their own pace and area of interest.
Call (508) 896-2737
COMPUTER USER’S GROUP: Thursdays 1:00pm. The first hour will be
for questions & answers, followed by instructions on topics solicited from
program participants of that day. Skill level: beginner to intermediate.
Just drop in! January dates: 5, 12, 19
DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Wednesdays ~ 7:00pm DISCONTINUED at
Brewster COA.
DUPLICATE BRIDGE: Fridays ~ 1:00p.m. – DISCONTINUED at
Brewster COA. For any questions, please call Judy Murray at
(508) 432-7097.
FINANCIAL PLANNING: 3rd Thursday ~ 1:00pm.
By appointment only. A knowledgeable volunteer answers questions
and provides information concerning Long Term Care and Financial
Planning. Call (508) 896-2737
HEARING SCREENINGS: 3rd Thursday ~ 8:30am By appointment
only. FREE. Includes ear inspections and hearing-aid checks if needed.
Appointments are 15 minutes each. Call (508) 896-2737.
KEEP MOVIN’!: Mondays and Fridays ~ 9:45 -10:45 am. 10-week
session/20 classes, for the cost of $50.00. Strength training for seniors.
Classes help to relieve arthritis symptoms using adjustable weights and
stretch bands. PLEASE NOTE: call the COA at (508) 896-2737 for
more information.
LEGAL HELP: 9:30am on the 1st Wednesday with Atty. Adam Dupuy
and 10:00am on the 4th Wednesday with Atty. Tom Kosman.
1/2-hour appointments. By appointment only: (508) 896-2737
The attorney will answer your legal questions. Free for initial appointment.
PLEASE NOTE: No appointments with Atty. Dupuy in January.
LINE DANCING: Wednesdays ~ 8:45am No dance experience required.
$4.00/class when paid monthly, or $6.00/class for drop ins. Cash or
checks payable to “Cape Sands Ballroom”. Come join us!
MASSAGE: Sandra Smith’s schedule is the 3rd Wednesday of the
month beginning at 11:00am at the COA AND the Thursday immediately
following at 11:00am at Maplewood of Brewster. Marilou Raposa’s
schedule is the last Tuesday of the month beginning at 1:00pm.
Massages last 30 minutes and are $15.00.
MEALS ON WHEELS: Provided to each homebound elder who is unable
to prepare nutritionally balanced meals.
Call Cindy Thatcher at (508) 896-5070.
CHATTER
WEEKLY/MONTHLY PROGRAMS/ACTIVITIES:
OLD FASHIONED QUILTING BEE: Wednesdays ~ 1:00pm. Fellow
quilters bring in their quilting projects and enjoy the camaraderie of other
quilters. Come join in with the ‘Brewster Basters’!
OUTREACH ASSISTANCE: The Outreach Workers will answer any
questions you have about resources and programs you may be entitled to,
assist with assessing needs, file-of-life, fuel assistance applications, etc.
Please call (508) 896-2737 to make an appointment.
PEDICARE: 2nd Monday of the month ~ 9:00am - 2:30pm
(Diabetics must see a MD/Podiatrist). ½ hr. appointments - $29.00
Home Visit - $50.00 Please call (508) 896-2737 for appointment.
PET GROOMING: Buttons & Bows ~ 3rd Thursday of the month, nail
clipping will take place for animals in a grooming van at the back of the COA,
from 8:00am – 8:30am for $3.00, normally $10.00. Stop by!
POKER: DISCONTINUED until further notice
QI GONG: Thursdays ~ 9:00am - 9:45am. $10.00 for 5 sessions.
Current session runs until January 12th. Chinese method for enhancing
the immune system; utilizing posture and breathing exercises, along with
focused intentions. Gentle and calming.
REP. TIM WHELAN: 3rd Friday of the month ~ 11:00am - 12:00 pm
Offered on a drop-in, first-come-first served basis.
SENIOR DINING: Hot lunches are provided Monday through Friday
at the COA Suggested donation is $3.00 per meal. 24-hour notice
required. Please call 508-896-5070 no later than 11:00am the day
before. Come at 10:30am on Wednesdays and Fridays to play BINGO
before lunch! Live piano music Wednesdays and Thursdays at 11:30am.
SENIOR STRIDERS: Mondays through Fridays throughout the school
year: 6:30am - 7:15am AND 3:00pm - 5:00pm at Stony Brook Elementary
School. Walking for Seniors! Please visit the Brewster Rec. Dept. at
the Eddy Elementary School for more information and/or to sign up.
SHINE: Serving the Health Information Needs of Everyone
Tuesdays ~ 1:00pm to 4:00pm with Debra Johnson, and Wednesdays
~ 9:00am to 12:00pm with Brenda Locke and Mary Rancourt.
By appointment only. Volunteer counselors help all Medicare
beneficiaries understand their rights and benefits.
FREE! Call (508) 896-2737
SIGHT LOSS GROUP: September - June on the 2nd Wednesday of
each month at the Brewster Ladies Library ~ 11:30am -1:00pm ~
Call Sight Loss at (508) 394-3904 for more information.
SWIMMING: Brewster Green Pool ~ Fridays: 10:00am - 12:00pm.
This is ONLY available for Brewster’s senior (60+) residents. You
ALSO need to have your current-year (2016) F.O.B.E. Membership
Card for admittance. A donation of $1.00 per swim is recommended and
this is done by an Honor system. Stop by the COA on a monthly or
quarterly basis to support this activity!
TENNIS: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays ~ 9:00am – 11:00am
(Open play during winter months). Playing at the tennis courts off
Underpass Road. Please call the Brewster Recreation Department
at (508) 896-9430 for more information.
W.O.W.: (Wonderful Older Women): Tuesdays ~ 10:00am.
Now meeting at Wells Court, 141 Brewster Road.
(See article on Page 3)
This friendly group of women review current events, talk about movies &
books, give each other support & enjoy conversation. Stop by!
YOGA: Tuesday mornings from 9:00am - 10:30am. Also Thursday
evenings from 5:00 - 6:30pm - $10 per class. Class uses breathing
techniques as a foundation for exploring gentle & safe stretching.
PLEASE NOTE: There will be no yoga classes (morning or evening)
until after the first week of January.
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A MESSAGE FROM CHARLIE ALTIERI, RN
PUBLIC HEALTH and WELLNESS NURSE OF VNA CAPE COD
Home visits will occur on Mondays.
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DISCLAIMER:
The Brewster Senior Center offers many legal, financial, recreational, medical screening or other services and/or
activities by volunteer or nominal-cost practitioners. Seniors participating in these services do so with the under-
standing that the Brewster Council on Aging, The Brewster Senior Center, the Town of Brewster, Friends of
Brewster Elders (aka F.O.B.E.) or its employees or agents DO NOT ASSUME ANY LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY
FOR ANY ADVICE OR SERVICES RENDERED BY SUCH VOLUNTEER OR NOMINAL COST
PRACTITIONER. Any act, advice, or service by outside providers at the Council on Aging SHOULD NOT BE
PRESUMED TO BE ENDORSED OR SPONSORED BY THE BCOA.
Preventing Dehydration — Mayo Clinic 2016
As we age, proneness to dehydration increases in part because the
sensation of thirst declines. Thus, older adults may need to be sure they are
getting adequate fluids. This may include having set times to have a drink, keeping a daily drink log or
making sure to have enjoyable drinks within reach. Extra hydration may be needed during the following
situations:
►During an illness — vomiting or diarrhea can quickly lead to serious dehydration. Other symptoms
may include fever, nausea, and a sore throat causing us not to feel well enough to get up and get a
drink.
►Having a chronic disease — like untreated or under-treated diabetes can cause increases in
urination, thus fluid loss. Kidney disease and heart failure also can lead to dehydration. Urinary
incontinence could prompt you to drink less to avoid going to the bathroom so often or to avoid
embarrassing accidents.
►Taking certain medications — these include laxatives and blood pressure drugs that decrease
body fluid.
►In certain environments — being at a higher altitude or in a hot, humid environment can increase
your rate of fluid loss. Sweating from exertion also can cause fluid loss.
The effects of dehydration can cause fatigue, high blood pressure, cardiac arrhythmias, asthma and
allergies, high cholesterol, digestive disorders, skin disorders and even cancer. To maintain hydration,
water is the refreshing, zero-calorie beverage of choice. Sports drinks or electrolyte solutions may be
preferred during prolonged exercise or with vomiting and diarrhea.
A simple plan of two 8-oz. glasses of water before each meal according to a 2010 study published in the
journal of dietetic association, can keep you hydrated, and help take the weight off.
Happy and Healthy New Year!
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‘Brewster Bayside Chatter’ Online:
The ‘Brewster Bayside Chatter’ is available online each month and can be found on our website at:
www.brewster-ma.gov. Search under ‘Departments’ and select ‘Council on Aging’.
Scroll down to where it reads: ‘our newsletters are available online’ and click on the link! Happy reading!
Sightings from the Poop Deck
me-men-to \ n, “something that serves to warn or remind”
A belated Happy Thanksgiving, Merry Christmas, and while I’m at it, a very Happy and Healthy
New Year. Hopefully you have renewed your FOBE 2017 membership. So here we go after two
months rest.
It’s no secret around my house that I like to collect “things” that trigger pleasant memories.
For example, my father-in-law absolutely forbid me from taking any cuttings from a beautiful blue
hydrangea in front of his home back in Clifton, New Jersey and I didn’t dare…..until he sailed away
to his hometown in Italy. He never knew and I never told him. After he and my mother-in-law
had passed and their home was up for sale, I collected some tiger lilies, a root from one of the fig
trees, and some dogwood seeds. When these things bloom I am taken back to some very happy
times we spent together. Many new fig trees have been made from that one root and shared with
friends and neighbors.
Many years ago some dear friends gave me a pair of gloves for my birthday. Those gloves are now
worn out, ripped and coming apart at the seams, but I’ll never throw them out. They sit on the
front seat of my truck and every time I slip them on I think of those friends and wonder how
they are doing. They are off-Cape now in assisted living nearer to family.
Joanie Carfora says my garage is full of stuff. She calls it “stuff”, but I know better. I call some
of them mementos. Stuff I can throw out, mementos take a little longer, since they all come with
a story. I need to recall those stories before they become stuff and get tossed, because I’m
sure those stories were good ones.
Peter R. Scheffer (“Life is Good!”) - Aim high!!
poop deck, n., a deck above a ship’s main afterdeck
BHT - BOSTON HOSPITAL
TRANSPORTATION
Enjoy comfortable and safe transportation from Cape Cod
DIRECT to Boston hospitals on a wheelchair accessible van.
MONDAY thru FRIDAY SCHEDULE
7:30a.m. Orleans (Shaw’s)
7:45a.m. Harwich (Route 124 Commuter Lot)
8:00a.m. Barnstable (Route 132 Commuter Lot)
8:15a.m. Sagamore (Rotary Commuter Lot)
RESERVATIONS are a MUST!!!
(Reserve no later than 11a.m. the day before)
$30.00 Round Trip/$15.00 One-way
Cash or Checks (Payable to CCRTA) accepted
For reservations call 1-800-352-7155
Monday – Friday: 8:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.
Schedule your medical appointments between 10am & 2pm.
The van will leave Boston by 3pm.
Visit the website for more information: www.capecodrta.org
TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
COA VAN – Scheduled trips include:
Monday–Friday to nutrition site and home after lunch at NO COST.
Grocery Shopping in Orleans: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11a.m. - 1pm.
Post office, banking & pharmacy trips: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays
Last Monday of the month is a trip to Hyannis for shopping from 11am to 2pm
(reserved seats only - - - 2-person minimum). No Hyannis trips in summer.
We need a three-day advance reservation and the round-trip suggested fare
is $2.00 for this wheelchair-accessible bus.
MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS – Volunteer drivers are available for
transportation to medical appointments in their personal cars. Please call the
COA at (508) 896-2737 as soon as you make an appointment or at least four
business days (Monday through Friday) in advance so that we can find a
volunteer to provide your ride. Please notify the COA if you cannot keep your
appointment so we can notify our drivers. Make sure your house number is
visible from the road. Thank you for your cooperation.
WHEELCHAIR-ACCESSIBLE MEDICAL VAN – Transportation to
medical appointments is provided on a volunteer basis, Monday through
Friday. A one-week advanced reservation is required. There is a
graduated fee schedule, depending upon the destination. Call for more
information at (508) 896-2737.
All medical rides are made possible thru Title III funding, Elder Services
of Cape Cod & The Islands, Inc., and the donations of our riders.
Page 12 January 2017 Brewster, MA Non-Profit Org US Postage PAID Permit #25 Orleans, MA 02653 DART - DIAL-A-RIDE TRANSPORTATION Service:
CCRTA provides a daily general public demand response service that is wheelchair accessible, door -to-door, and ride-by-appointment. This service is
available to all Cape Cod residents and is available Monday through Saturday in all towns, with limited Sunday service. The DART does not run on
holidays. For available times in Brewster please call Customer Service toll-free at (800) 352-7155, Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm. OR CURRENT RESIDENT FRIENDS OF BREWSTER ELDERS 1673 MAIN STREET BREWSTER, MA 02631