JUNE 2018 ISSUE. The Health Benefits of Participating in Social Events

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JUNE 2018 ISSUE The Health Benefits of Participating in Social Events Older adults with a fulfilling social life tend to avoid many of the physical, cognitive and emotional

There are a number of important ways that socialization can improve senior health and with this in mind the Senior Projects of Ravena has been trying to increase activities

The Via Aquarium was a great stress reliever as we watched the fish swim over our heads in the beautiful tanks * Longer lifespan.

Exercising every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30 will lead to a multitude of physical, mental and cognitive benefits. * Reduced risk of depression.

1 JUNE 2018 ISSUE The Health Benefits of Participating in Social Events Older adults with a fulfilling social life tend to avoid many of the physical, cognitive and emotional difficulties that seniors who are isolated encounter. There are a number of important ways that socialization can improve senior health and with this in mind the Senior Projects of Ravena has been trying to increase activities available for the Seniors to do. * Reduced stress. Older adults who are socially active handle stress better. The Via Aquarium was a great stress reliever as we watched the fish swim over our heads in the beautiful tanks * Longer lifespan. High levels of socialization in seniors help increase longevity. So sign up for Lunch (Tue., Wed,. and Fridays) or Dinner (Monday and Thursday) * More fitness. Exercising every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30 will lead to a multitude of physical, mental and cognitive benefits. * Reduced risk of depression. Consistent socialization reduces the likelihood that seniors will experience the depression caused by isolation and loneliness. Come to one of our new and exciting cooking classes with different Chefs (the next one is June 26 th with Tastefully Simple Chef/ demonstrator Shirley and her Savory Chicken meal everyone will go home with a meal) * Greater self esteem. Socialization helps seniors maintain their self-esteem and sense of worth. Come to the Wednesday Art Class 10 am to

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3 CDTA BUS Transportation every Tuesday open to all. Pick up at the Senior Projects of Ravena Bus leaves at 9 AM and drops off at Colonie Center, Walmart and Crossgates Mall. Picks up in Albany to bring back to Ravena around 1:20. No reservations needed just be at the Senior Center by 9 AM for pick up $.75 cents each way. For more info call If you would like your birthday mentioned, please call or come into the office and give us your birth date (month and day). June Birthdays June 4 June 11 June 11 June 14 June 16 June 17 Alice Haskell Toni Robbins Helen Barber Joanne Riffiana Edna Kniffen Bill Bogardus JUNE 21 Happy Anniversary to Bob And Mickey Traver CATERING By Senior Projects of Ravena Call or for catering menu (seniors@brow.cc) and ask for Terri.

Thrift Shop The senior center has a thrift shop open to the public Hours : TUE,WED AND FRI 7am to 1pm MON AND THUR 7am to 5pm We are always accepting items to sell in our thrift shop.

There also is a snack bar available. Bell jar games and bonus ball Savory Grilled Chicken Tastefully Simple makeahead freezer meals are convenient dinner solutions for those busy weeknights.

come at NOON and eat lunch (suggested donation is $3.00 for lunch). Then stick around for the 12:30 presentation. If you stayed after having lunch your cost will be $5.

4 Thrift Shop The senior center has a thrift shop open to the public Hours : TUE,WED AND FRI 7am to 1pm MON AND THUR 7am to 5pm We are always accepting items to sell in our thrift shop. This money helps maintain the programs the center provides for our local seniors. PUBLIC BINGO There is bingo every Sunday evening at 6PM, It is open to the public. There also is a snack bar available. Bell jar games and bonus ball Savory Grilled Chicken Tastefully Simple makeahead freezer meals are convenient dinner solutions for those busy weeknights. Tastefully Simple Chef and Demonstrator Shirley Mattice will be at the Senior Center on June 26th. She will show us how the Tastefully Simple products can make some delicious meals. come at NOON and eat lunch (suggested donation is $3.00 for lunch). Then stick around for the 12:30 presentation. If you stayed after having lunch your cost will be $5.00 and if you only come for the presentation the cost will be $10.00 EVERYONE WILL GO HOME WITH A SAVORY GRILLED CHICKEN FREEZER DINNER FOR TWO. Make sure you call ahead and sign up for this fun and exciting meal preparation demonstration. Catalog will be available for orders and 30% of the proceeds will go to the Senior Center. NON -SENIORS WELCOME $10.00 The more the merrier! Any Tastefully Simple questions call Shirley at: (518) JUNE 12 DEBBIE GRANT DOING A SUMMER PLANT CLASS 12:30 JUNE 14 PAINTING CLASS SIGN UP AT FRONT DESK JUNE 17 NO PUBLIC BINGO (FATHERS DAY) JUNE 21 DAVID SOARES PRESENTATION ON SENIOR SCAMS 4:30 PM JUNE 26 CHEF SHIRLEY TASTEFULLY SIMPLE CLASS TIME 12:30

ART CLASS 756-8593 Most Wednesdays, the Senior Projects of Ravena hosts an art class where you can learn to draw and paint or improve your artistic skills. It meets from 10 am to noon. The cost is $5.

Anyone can do art! The class is friendly, non competitive and fun. For more information, call the senior center 756-8593.

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5 ART CLASS Most Wednesdays, the Senior Projects of Ravena hosts an art class where you can learn to draw and paint or improve your artistic skills. It meets from 10 am to noon. The cost is $5.00 per class for which you get instructions, art subjects and supplies. Proceeds benefit charity. Adults of all ages and all skill levels (including stick figure beginners) are welcome! Anyone can do art! The class is friendly, non competitive and fun. For more information, call the senior center Senior Projects of Ravena 9 Bruno Blvd Ravena Monday and Thursday Dinner served at 5PM -CARD GAMES AND DOMINOS PLAYED FROM 2PM TO 5PM ALL WELCOMED Tuesday, Wednesday and Fri day Lunch served at 12 noon Parkview Apartments 400 Hudson Ave Albany Mon Fri Lunch served at 12 noon Townsend Park Apartments 45 Central Ave Albany Mon Fri Lunch served at 12 noon Meals on Wheels Homebound Seniors 60 plus in southern Albany County and Northern Greene County could be eligible to receive Hot meals 5 days per week and frozen meals for the weekend. Also a cold meal is available. For more info call JOKE OF THE MONTH A couple goes out to dinner to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. On the way home, she notices a tear in his eye and asks if he's getting sentimental because they're celebrating 50 wonderful years together. He replies, "No, I was thinking about the time before we got married. Your father threatened me with a shotgun and said he'd have me thrown in jail for 50 years if I didn't marry you. Tomorrow I would've been a free man!"

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8 The Senior Nutrition Program is funded by Albany County Dept For Aging, the New York State Office for the Aging and the U.S. Administration on Aging om 1 Chef Salad with Ham, Turkey And Cheese Romaine Lettuce, Tomatoes, Cucumbers Croutons Dressing 4 Meat Lasagna Romaine Salad Tomato Sauce Pasta 5 Chicken Teriyaki Asian Blended Vegetables Rice 6 Kielbasa Sweet and Sour Cabbage German Potato Salad 7 Chicken with Gravy Mashed sweet Potatoes Asparagus WW Biscuit 8 Cheeseburger Lettuce & Tomato Potato Salad w/shredded Carrots Stuffed Shells Sautéed Summer Squash WW Italian Bread Chicken Primavera Italian Vegetables Penne Pasta Beef Tacos Cheese Salsa Lettuce/Tomato Mexican Cole Slaw Baked Ham with Pineapple Sauce Scalloped Potatoes Peas & Carrots Turkey Reuben Swiss Cheese Sauerkraut Pasta Salad Spaghetti and meatballs Romaine Salad Spaghetti Pasta Fagioli Homemade pickled beet salad Cold Salad Plate Tuna Hard Cooked Egg Lettuce and Tomato Steak and cheese Sandwich Peppers and onions Coleslaw Chicken Parmesan California Blend Veggies Meatloaf with Gravy Mashed Potatoes Brussels Sprouts Chicken w/ orange sauce Broccoli Rice Sausage and peppers Potato Salad American Goulash Romaine Salad Potato Crusted Fish Steak Fries Zucchini Stewed Tomatoes

JULY 2018 ISSUE. 8 Fun Summertime Activities for Seniors. Look for Chef Hal s next cooking class. Tuesday, July 10, CINNAYUMMY!

JULY 2018 ISSUE. 8 Fun Summertime Activities for Seniors. Look for Chef Hal s next cooking class. Tuesday, July 10, CINNAYUMMY! JULY 2018 ISSUE Are you hoping to spend time with your elderly loved ones this summer but you aren t sure what to do together? There are endless options to keep you both entertained indoors and out. 8