Here are some highlights for the week .

As a reminder, lunch will be the only program at the center tomorrow, Tuesday November 7th.

NEW MILFORD MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS

Municipal Elections will take place this year on Tuesday,

November 7th from 6:00 AM 8:00 PM. Please note that due to the closure of East Street School, District 2 voters will be now voting right here at the New Milford Senior Center and transportation is available, for our seniors, to all New Milford polling sites by connecting with the Senior Center.

The Senior Center will be CLOSED on

Friday, November 10th to observe Veterans Day.

Midweek Matinee

Every Wednesday at 12:45 PM

Call of the Wild

HELPING HANDS OF NMSC VOLUNTEER MEETING

 Thursday, November 9th, 10:00 AM

Looking for volunteer opportunities or do you simply just want to help make the New Milford Senior Center a better place? Join us as we look to gather new and returning Senior Center volunteers to learn of upcoming events, brainstorm new ideas, or seeing where your time and talents can be shared and appreciated!

Integrated Fitness (CIRCUS MOVES: BODY & BRAIN FITNESS )

Thursday, November 9TH

11:00 AM

Presented by our friends at Circus Moves, join us for a class that’s “so much fun it doesn’t feel like exercise!” Designed to promote core strength and balance, flexibility and mobility, gentle cardio, memory/executive function, mind body integration, and laughter and joy, all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to join! Activities are adapted for standing or sitting, and participants are invited to stand or sit as preferred at any time. This class offering is made possible by Senior Center ARPA allocations and is free of charge for participants. Space is limited so to sign up, please connect with the Senior Center.

VETERAN’S DAY LUNCH & MUSICAL TRIBUTE

Thursday, November 9th, 11:30 AM

With honor, respect, and gratitude, we thank all our veterans for their service! Join us in celebration with lunch and entertainment provided by singer/guitarist, Billy Michael. To sign up, please connect with the Senior Center and Happy Veterans to all our veterans and veteran families!

A LOOK AHEAD!

MAKEUP FOR MATURE WOMEN

Tuesday, November 14th, 1:30 PM

 Join us for a special seminar presented by celebrity makeup artist and educator, Joby Rogers. Explore and learn about makeup application techniques; keeping your makeup and brushes clean; choosing the right foundation; grooming and defining brows; natural day and evening makeup; contouring, blushing, and highlighting; the perfect eye and lip colors; “musthave” products and tools for your kit; and any Q & A about your makeup! You are welcome to bring in your own makeup if you’d like. To sign up, please connect with the Senior Center as space is limited.

MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT: “THE TROUBADOUR”

Thursday, November 16th, 1:00 PM

Join us as we welcome musical guest, Frank “The Troubadour” Pendola for an afternoon of music and entertainment. He is a versatile singer, musician, entertainer, and actor who has been enchanting audiences with his beautiful silky baritone voice and comfortable, charming personality for years ;think Perry Como with a short beard and guitar! To sign up, please connect with the Senior Center.

Thanks for Giving Volunteer Appreciation Thanksgiving Feast

Friday, November 17th

Noon

Join us as we enjoy a Thanksgiving feast and honor our volunteers! You MUST register for this event by November 9th.

A Note From Our Senior Advisors

Our Senior Advisors are ready to help! They are here Monday- Friday 8AM-4PM, please call the center to set up an appointment.

About 988

988 offers 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help people experiencing mental health-related distress. That could be:

Thoughts of suicide
Mental health or substance use crisis, or
Any other kind of emotion distress
People can call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for themselves or if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. 988 serves as a universal entry point so that no matter where you live in the United States, you can reach a trained crisis counselor who can help.

ENERGY ASSISTANCE (CEAP)

Application Period: Generally, applications for deliverable fuels (oil, propane, and kerosene) are accepted starting September 1st. The first day EA clients can receive a delivery is around November 1st. Generally, electric heated households are scheduled for appointments after January 1st. Eligibility Requirements: Income and asset guidelines are subject to change, but you may connect with the Senior Center for the most up-to-date figures for this season. Documents required: Current income from all sources (social security, pensions, work, interest and dividends, etc.) current assets, (bank statements from all bank accounts, stocks, bonds, IRAs and CDs) and a current electric bill.

-Proof of rent and utilities paid in previous year via note from Landlord or payment records.

 MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT

Upcoming Medicare Open Enrollment

You can join, switch, or drop a Medicare Health Plan or a Medicare Advantage Plan (Part C) with or without drug coverage during these times: Open Enrollment Period. From October 15TH- December 7TH each year, you can join, switch, or drop a plan. Your coverage will begin on January 1 (as long as the plan gets your request by December 7). Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period. From January 1 March 31 each year, if you’re enrolled in a Medicare Advantage Plan, you can switch to a different Medicare Advantage Plan or switch to Original Medicare (and join a separate Medicare drug plan) once during this time. Note: You can only switch plans once during this period. For more info or to request an appointment, connect with the Senior Center.

DID YOU KNOW?

SENIOR COMMUNITY CAFE

Come have lunch with us!

CHEZ J serves lunch Monday - Thursday at 12:00 PM and there is a suggested donation of $4.00. Come on in for a program then stay for lunch! Please note that the menu is always posted in the monthly newsletter.

Sign up in person, on our Touch Screen, or by phone, at least 3 days in advance!

Chef Jay has placed a suggestion box on the lunch table! Your feedback is important and valued. Please take the time to write down what you love, what you do not love, some suggestions, share a recipe, what you would like to see, or even a recipe you would like to share.

Senior Bus Transportation

If you live in New Milford, Gaylordsville or Northville and need transportation to come to the center, go shopping or go to a friend’s house? All you have to do is give us a call a few days ahead of time to get on our bus schedule. Call us at 860-355-6075 to schedule your ride and meet our fantastic bus drivers, Erin, Tom and Sue.

DURABLE MEDICAL EQUIPMENT LENDING CLOSET

Did you know that the New Milford Senior Center houses a “lending closet” of durable medical equipment for donated items in clean + excellent condition for those in need? Connect with the Senior Center for further details, availabilities, or acceptable items for donation.

 THE LUNCH BUNCH

The Lunch Bunch is back and meets one Saturday a month to enjoy a new or favorite area restaurant. Join in for delicious local fare and friendships! Connect with the Senior Center for contact information.

Have a wonderful week,