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Sunday, October 25, 2020
Franklin Senior Center: Zoom Event with Sheriff McDermott - Oct 26
Hello,
Sheriff Jerry McDermott will be joining the Franklin Senior Center on Monday, October 26th at 11:00 am via Zoom to discuss scams. Below is the link to join. Please feel free to share with others who may be interested.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/99572865346?pwd=RlV3NnpYWGNGOXkxOGFzUGY3d0ZUZz09
Meeting ID: 995 7286 5346
Passcode: 629658
Thank you!
Erin Rogers
Director, Franklin Senior Center
10 Daniel McCahill Street, Franklin, MA 02038
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| Zoom Event with Sheriff McDermott - Oct 26 |
IN the News: "1,128 new COVID-19 cases confirmed in MA"
From the Milford Daily News, articles of interest for Franklin:
"The state Department of Public Health reported an additional 1,128 confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 146,023.
The number of newly-reported COVID-19 cases is the highest the state has seen since May 16, when the DPH reported an additional 1,512 confirmed coronavirus cases.
The daily positivity rate — the rate of new cases diagnosed among those newly tested — is 5.88%.
State health officials also confirmed eight new COVID-19-related deaths across Massachusetts, bringing the state’s confirmed coronavirus death toll to 9,616."
Continue reading the article online (subscription may be required)
Detail reports from the COVID-19 page for the State of MA
Saturday, October 24, 2020
Town of Franklin, MA: Early voting, drive through window schedule
Early voting is available this weekend!
You can also drop your ballots off in the drive-thru at the Municipal Building during extended hours, or drop in the White Mailbox!
https://www.franklinma.gov/town-clerk #vote #elections2020
Shared from Twitter: https://t.co/FsWZKHSAxo
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| Town of Franklin, MA: Early voting, drive through window schedule |
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| Town of Franklin, MA: Early voting schedule |
Franklin Health Department: looking for volunteers to staff future vaccination clinics
The Franklin Health Department is looking for volunteers with both medical and non-medical backgrounds to participate in the staffing of future vaccination clinics.
Please see the attached form for more details.
https://t.co/k15pQ11aWH
https://t.co/k15pQ11aWH
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| Franklin Health Department: looking for volunteers to staff future vaccination clinics |
Franklin Senior Center: Email Blast October 23, 2020
Hello Everyone!
I hope you have been enjoying the beautiful colors Mother Nature is bringing to the area. There is nothing quite like a hike in the crisp air through crunching colorful leaves!
Staying Connected
Link to the Senior Center - https://www.franklinma.gov/fsc
Link to the Senior Center Calendar -https://www.franklinma.gov/node/39/events/day/2020-07-07
Link to Franklin Matters - https://www.franklinmatters.org/
Link to the Town's webpage - https://www.franklinma.gov/
October 30th 1:30pm - Healthy never Tasted So Good - Chef Edmond from The Enclave of Franklin will demo the steps to prepare a Seasonal Main course dish, focusing on Brain healthy ingredients and Super Foods. The menu includes Pasta Primavera with fresh seasonal vegetables (peppers, tomatoes, squash, zucchini, olives, carrots and herbs) in an olive oil, garlic sauce with grated Parmesan Cheese We will also have the Recipe and a sampling in "to-go" containers available for any attendees. Drive by Pick UP at the Enclave Friday afternoon for all attendees. Email adoggett@franklinma.gov to attend RSVP Required by 10/27th.
Tips
Caregivers- The Alzheimer's Association's New England chapters have developed resources to help those with Alzheimer's, dementia and their caregivers navigate the challenges presented by the COVID-19 crisis. Click the link below for more information.
https://www.alz.org/manh/events/covid-resources/covid-19-resources
Chair Yoga for the spine. 6 gentle movements
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yqh8Be8noB4
Paul Eugene Lantin Dance moves. Fun and fitness at home! Mambo cha cha cha
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qUCfP7Oz7Q
Music
Relaxing piano music. Soothes away stress, anxiety and helps you relax.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-b4BjxrIp8o
The sound of music soundtrack with videos from the movie
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=drnBMAEA3AM&list=PL3u6hJBqcpjCWKO6kjoDRwI7H7sPUEayd
Just for Fun
Zinnia TV was created by Allyson Schrier, a dementia educator for her Husband who has early onset dementia. Zinnia has hundreds of 5-10 minute videos, paced for those with various stages of dementia with topics ranging from gardening, skiing, dogs, and pretty much anything you can think of. Videos can be watched independently and more specifically used for caregivers as conversation starters and a way to meaningfully engage.
Life's unexpected moments
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pQogNW-DkbA
Animals caught in the act
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPNXj87PkXw
Stubborn Home Owners
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ZJVjfeqsCM
Spectacular drone footage of Fall foliage in New England.
http://dronesonvideo.com/new-england-fall-foliage/
Humor
Jeanne Robertson - Learning cursive...or not
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4OxmFfKStA
Abott and Costello "Who's on First"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kTcRRaXV-fg
Kindness Matters
Unsung Hero - This is always one of my favorite reminders that kindness is not only for others but also for yourself.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uaWA2GbcnJU&feature=emb_logo
Homeless, Ex-Marine plays the piano on the streets. Hear his incredible story.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOqOtJKTzic
Attached you will find:
Donna's fun filled activity pages
Baking Cookies Crossword
Fall color/paint by number sheet
Harvest Moon Word Find
EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS AT THE FRANKLIN SENIOR CENTER
October special events -call the Franklin Senior Center, visit our website or check out the October newsletter for more details about these programs!
Oct. 26th - Norfolk County Sheriff presents "Scams"
Oct. 26th - 2pm- Memory Cafe with Wayne Neon
Oct. 30th - 1:30pm- Healthy Never Tasted So Good - cooking demonstration and food pick up
October daily events - contact the senior center, visit our website or the newsletter for more details about our weekly offerings.
MONDAYS:
Tele Bingo - call in game
Book Discussion Group (Page Turners) 1st Monday of the Month
TUESDAYS:
Chair Exercises
Low Vision Support Group (1st and 3rd Tuesday)
Audio Book Club (2nd and 4th Tuesday)
Quarantini Time - Social cocktail group
WEDNESDAYS:
Blood Pressure and Sugar screenings
Zumba gold
Wellness consults via phone
Medical equipment distribution and donations
Fibromyalgia support group (1st wed of the month)
Caregivers Support Group (2nd and 4th wed)
THURSDAYS:
Chair exercise
Cardio strength and balance class
Current events discussion group
FRIDAYS:
TOPS (Taking off pounds sensibly)
SUNSHINE group (supportive Day)
Love, virtual hugs and good health to you all! We are still here for you! Please feel free to email Donna and I with questions, concerns or just to check in!
Ariel & Donna
Please feel free to share this email with anyone you think might enjoy it. If you want me to add someone to the email blast list just send me a message with their email in it.
REMEMBER:
When searching for information about the Coronavirus, COVID-19 please use caution! Unfortunately there are many false sites that contain viruses and malware that can threaten your computer. Many look like real sites. Your best bet is to go directly to the CDC, WHO or your local government page (links below).
https://www.franklinma.gov/home/urgent-alerts/coronavirus-information-portal-updates-here
MEMORY CAFE!
For those of you who attend our Memory Cafe events I invite you to learn more about attending a VIRTUAL Memory Cafe through Zoom! There are many options to choose from.
https://www.memorycafedirectory.com/cafe-connect/
Ariel Doggett
Virtual Program Coordinator
Respite Coordinator
"We rise by lifting others" - Robert Ingersoll
There is no act of kindness too small
Franklin High School: hybrid bell schedule
FHS moving to hybrid bell schedule begins next week! https://t.co/ZgocXNGm8G
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| FHS hybrid bell schedule |
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