Senior Programs

Nancy Greenberg, Adult/Senior Adult Director, x232 ngreenberg@worcesterjcc.org
Susan Granoff, Director of Volunteer Services x273 sgranoff@worcesterjcc.org

SENIOR ADULT INFORMATION
Our Senior Adult Lounge can be reached by elevator. Walkers and a wheelchair are available for those with limited mobility. Our comfortable lounge is used for programs, lunches, holiday celebrations and more. Stop by during other hours and have a cup of coffee and kibbitz with friends.

The Billiard Room is located on the lower level in the Center. Bring your own cues and balls.

The Senior Department bimonthly newsletter, Mature Matters will keep you up to date on programs, travel opportunities and special events. Watch your mail!

Van transportation is provided through the Gery & Emil Eisenberg Assisted Living Residence. Transportation is available during the week for medical, nutritional, and other appointments:
• Reservations must be made at least 24 hrs. in advance between 8:30 am and 4:00 pm by calling 508•757•0981.
• The van operates within a 15 minute (not mile) radius of the JCC/Eisenberg Campus.
• One-way fee is $3. (To attend Lunch-Out and/or a program at the JCC, the one-way fee is $2.)
• You must have an affiliation with an organization or agency in the Jewish community.
• WEDNESDAY Grocery Shopping is a free service, thanks to the Lorraine Fay Linder Grocery Shopping Fund. The shuttle currently runs several Wednesdays a month from 1-4 pm, to Price Chopper on Park Avenue or Shaw’s on Gold Star Boulevard in Worcester. Schedule is subject to change. Reservations must be made by Friday.
• For schedule & further information, please call the Gery & Emil Eisenberg Assisted Living Residence at 508•757•0981. Limited assistance with transportation is also available through JCC Volunteers. For more information call Sue Granoff at the JCC 508•756•7109, x 273.

CELEBRAT TU B'SHEVAT at LUNCH-OUT
Tuesday, January 26th, at 12 Noon
At Bet Shalom Apartments, 475 Chandler Street, Worcester
Join us as we celebrate Tu B'Shevat, the New Year of the Trees in Israel. Nothing fancy, just great company, and some great snacks - including dried fruits and nuts in honor of Tu B'Shevat.
Suggested donation: $3
Please RSVP by Wednesday, January 20th, 508-756-7109, Sue x 273 or Nancy x 232.
We are grateful to National Council of Jewish Women, Worcester Section for their generous support of our holidays entertainment.

WOMEN'S DISCUSSION GROUP!
Getaway, even if only as an armchair traveler!! Jim Marini of Collette Vacations will show slides of some lovely locales, both near and far! Maybe it's finally time to see some of those places you've always intended to see!! FEAR NOT, this is not a sales pitch!!
Next meetings: Wednesday, March 25th
Wednesday, April 29th. Please mark your calendar - our April meeting will have Janice Chumsae, RN, speak about nutrition and answer your health questions.
Wednesday, May 20th, Program to be announced!
10:00 - 11:00 AM - Senior Adult Lounge at the JCC.
Drop in - $1 per meeting for refreshments.
If you are looking for stimulating, mind enriching disucssions, good company & interesting speakers, this is for you!
Please call to Nancy Greenberg at 508-756-7109 x 232 if you plan to attend.

RED HAT SOCIETY
JCC Chapter aka "The Red Snappers"...cuz we dress so snappy!!
Become an official member of the JCC’s Chapter of the fastest growing women’s organization! The Red Hat Society takes its name from the poem “Warning” by Jenny Joseph in which the author threatens “to wear purple clothing and a red hat which doesn’t match,” when she gets older! The Red Hat Society’s mission is to empower women over the age of 50 to come together to enjoy friendship and frivolity! Annual Chapter dues, $15. Program fees additional. To add your name to the mailing list, call Nancy x 232 or Sue x 273.

JOYFUL SINGERS
Learn new songs and relearn oldies. The group entertains at nursing homes and at other functions over the year. Our director, Christine Bergquist, is a multi-talented musician who teaches and directs a choir. Join us on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 10 AM - 11:15 AM
Questions contact Sue at x 273

MAN TALK

Meet for a light breakfast, lively discussion, provocative speakers, and camaraderie from 9 - 10 AM! Stay for cards from 10 AM to noon, if so inclined. Nancy Greenberg, Staff Facilitator.