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Inside This Issue:

H a p p e n i n g s P T S C CP T S C C

Business Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm

Monday-Friday

From the Director

Pg. 2

Staff / Board Pg. 3

Gala Pg. 4-7

Center Announcements

Pg. 8-10

Special Announcements

Pg.11-12

Trips Pg. 13-15

Social Services Pg. 16-17

Spanish Page Pg. 18

Russian Page Pg. 18

Corporate Members

Pg. 19

Corporate Spotlight

Back Page

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CONTINUING SPONSORSCONTINUING SPONSORS

AgeOptions AgeOptions Village of PalatineVillage of Palatine

Palatine TownshipPalatine Township Palatine Park District Palatine Park District United WayUnited Way

Community Consolidated School District 15Community Consolidated School District 15

PTSCC OFFERING FANTASTIC PTSCC OFFERING FANTASTIC ACTIVITIES, TRIPS & EVENTS FOR ACTIVE ACTIVITIES, TRIPS & EVENTS FOR ACTIVE

Most activities run between 9am - 4pm.

“I really believe that if you know what you’re doing, if you believe in what you’re doing, you can make it - In any business.“ - Riva Yares

The Front Door #1, has ramp

accessibility & automatic doors.

We are closed: July 4 & Sept 5

PTSCC accepts all Major Credit Cards, including Discover

W e ’ r e A c c r e d i t e d A g a i n !

PTSCC achieved accreditation through the National Institute of Senior Centers (NISC) for the second time in March 2011. Founded in 1970, NISC is the only national organization focused on the needs of senior centers. Out of the 11,000 senior centers across the country, less than 2% are accredited.

PTSCC was the first senior center in the country to achieve accreditation under the new 2010 standards, entitled Building Excellence. Accreditation is a quality assurance program that examines nine different standard areas and requires community involvement. To achieve accreditation, PTSCC completed a rigorous process of agency self-assessment and review by a trained peer reviewer.

A big thank you to Dr. Robert Cudney, who chaired our 2005 Accreditation Committee, and also chaired the 2010 Accreditation Committee. Thanks also to the thirty-two individuals, including Board members, community leaders with specific expertise, volunteers, users of our services, funders and staff members who served on the Committee. The six-month self assessment process involved examining policies, budget, files, operations procedures and the facility.

Being nationally accredited makes a significant statement to our participants, community, staff, board and funders that PTSCC offers quality programs, provides them in a comfortable setting and with accountability. This process has highlighted all the good things PTSCC does for the community and identified areas and programs within the center that can be improved to enhance the lives of older adults and their loved ones.

(L to R) Maureen Arsenault, National Institute

of Senior Centers Coordinator presents

PTSCC Executive Director Carol Reagan with the

accreditation plaque at the Aging in America Conference, San Francisco, CA.

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CAROL’S CORNER CAROL’S CORNER From the Executive Director

A Special Thanks to our Sponsors

There were five area agencies that helped sponsor the 26th Volunteer Recognition. Pictured are Lindsey Siberschein from The Arlington, Megan DeSalvo from Manor Care, Diane Lancour PTSCC Program Director, Vicki Betsios from The Abington and Kathy Sawa from Manor Care. Not in attendance are representatives from The Devonshire of Hoffman Est. & Friendship Village.

2011 VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION2011 VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION

Susan Tchon pictured with Café volunteer Marin Finnegan.

Pictured with (Executive Director) Carol Reagan are Mike Thompson, Mel Quinn & Don Van Cleave, all of whom provide support to PTSCC programs & board.

Eagle Scout Project Helps Older Adults

Congratulations to Eric Tchon of Palatine, whose volunteer efforts for the Palatine Township Senior Center helped him attain the rank of Eagle Scout in April, 2011. Eric held a bake sale, the proceeds from which were used to assemble emergency kits for the home delivered meals drivers. Eric also solicited donations from local businesses to add to the kits and purchase needed supplies for the Center .

W Kim Taekwando Grand Opening Benefits Senior

Center

Thanks to W Kim Taekwando, which donated proceeds from its Grand Opening in Regency Plaza, Palatine, to the Palatine

Township Senior Center.

Al Sittaro is retiring from the Board after 18 years of service. Al served as Treasurer for eight years and as Chair of the Board. He co-chaired the Gala, as well chairing the Budget and Audit Committee during his tenure as Treasurer. He also served on the Resource Development, Planned Giving and Casino Night Committees. Thanks for your many contributions to PTSCC!

Pictured with Al is Laurie Stock, Board Chair.

Sittaro Retires from PTSCC Board

SAVE THE DATE: Girls Night Out

Thurs. Oct. 13, 5:30-7:30pm Durty Nellie’s, Palatine

Diane Lancour pictured with Library volunteer Allison Blaetz.

Carol Reagan pictured with Special volunteer Award recipient Keith Hoover.

Palatine Township Senior Citizens Council does not discriminate in admission to programs or activities in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act, the U.S. Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Age Discrimination Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the U.S. and Illinois Constitutions. Grievance procedures are available through the Executive Director for any individual who believes he or she has been discriminated against in programs and services.

If you feel that you have been discriminated against, you have the right to file a complaint. For information, contact Carol Reagan at 847.991.1112.

Our Mission ~ To provide programs and services which support the independence and well-being of

older adults and promote their participation in the community

P a g e 3 J u l y - S e p t e m b e r

PTSCC STAFF Carol Reagan, Executive Director

Trisha Abbey, MSW, Director of Social Services

Bea Banker, Administrative Coordinator

Diane Lancour, Program Director

Angie Mira, Hispanic Liaison

Nina Vaynrub, Russian Liaison

Megan Conway, Social Services Rep.

Victoria Romberg, Social Service Rep.

Ellen Applegate, Social Service Assistant

Julie Selof, Development Associate

Gloria Ezan, Administrative Assistant

Millie Fronko, Recreation Assistant

Teddy Lacson, Custodial Staff

Marcella Klarner, Custodial Staff

Nancy Stawicki, Café Site Mgr.

Susan Tchon, Food Service Aide

BOARD OF DIRECTORS NEW 2011-2012

Laurie Stock - Chair

Karen Fay - First Vice Chair

Phyllis Benstein - Second Vice Chair

Mel Quinn - Secretary

Patric Donahue - Treasurer

Charu Jain

Jorge Juarez

John Mahler

Theodore McGinn

Mel Quinn

Kevin Romejko

Sheila Schwartz

Mary Szuch

Cheryl Westin

BOARD MEETINGS Members are encouraged to attend meetings of the Board of Directors to express any comments or suggestions regarding PTSCC. Board Meetings are held at the Palatine Township Senior Center, 505 S. Quentin Road at 5:00 pm, the last Tuesday of each month.

Tues., June 28, 2011 at 5pm Tues., July 26, 2011 at 5pm Tues., Aug. 30, 2011at 5pm Tues., Sept. 27, 2011 at 5pm

Please call the Main Office 847.991.1112 to make sure there are no scheduling changes.

PTSCC New Board Officers

Congratulations to our new Board Officers – Laurie Stock, Chair; Karen Fay, First Vice Chair; Phyllis Benstein, Second Vice Chair; Mel Quinn, Secretary; and Patric Donahue, Treasurer.

PALATINE TOWNSHIP SENIOR CITIZENS COUNCIL

If we can be of any assistance please call & set up an

appointment. We can give you our undivided attention.

Retiring Board Members Thanks to outgoing members Denise Petersen, Pam Stoltz and Al Sittaro for their dedication and service. (see pg. 2 for article & photo)

Denise served on the Board for three years. She served as Co-Chair of the Gala and Winetasting Fundraisers, as well as serving on the Accreditation and Endowment Committees. Pam, representing the Palatine Park District, served on the Board for eight years. She served as Secretary for one year, in addition to serving on the Executive, Accreditation, Facilities, Casino Night, Gala and Girls Night Out fundraiser Committees. Thanks for your many contributions to PTSCC!

H a p p e n i n g s P a g e 4 GALA HIGHLIGHTSGALA HIGHLIGHTS

LEADERSHIP CIRCLE

Rem & Lee Stokes

Gala Honorary Chair, Rem Stokes with Regina & Michael Capace.

An evening to visit & mingle with friends while raising money for a good cause.

2011 GALA SPONSORS2011 GALA SPONSORS

DIAMOND CIRCLE

Martha Atherton

Judy and Ray McCaskey

PLATINUM CIRCLE

Palatine Bank & Trust

Sunset Foods

Wyatt Austin Jewelers

GOLD CIRCLE

American Chartered Bank

Lavelle Law, Ltd.

ManorCare Health Services

State Your Name Players

A.L. Sittaro, C.P.A.

SILVER CIRCLE

Phyllis Benstein, Stylist, Gigi Hill Bags

Katie Brown, Independent Consultant Arbonne International

GemmaQuinnBaby.com

Thanks to everyone who helped make our 2011 Gala our most successful Gala to date.


Focused on the Theme - Bikinis, Martinis & Lamborghinis. Tom Verbrick & Tammy Lieterman, with Karen & Dan Fay and the Lamborghini.

Mica Engelhardt and Kelly Clegg, checking out the decorations.

DONORS FOR THE 2011 GALA DONORS FOR THE 2011 GALA

$1000 & Above

Larry & Margaret Newsom

Palatine Bank & Trust

Mary K. Tarbit

$500 & Above


Susan and Carl Johnsen

Lavelle Law, Ltd.

Al & Gayle Sittaro

State Your Name Players

$200 & Above

Phyllis C. Benstein


Karen and Dan Fay

Gemma Quinn Baby.com

HCR-ManorCare

Rick & Maralyn Kolze

Scott & Robin Moran

Elisabeth & Walter O'Grady

Janet Ryan

Jim & Brenda Schwantz

David & The Reverend Judith Watt

$100 & Above

Richard Armstrong

Patrick & Mary Baines

Paul & Dorie Bohlmann

Nancy Buch

Russell P. Cannizzo & Co.

Betty J. Foreman

William & Mary Lou Griffin

Alice B. Jensen

Reid Ottesen

Raymond & Barbara Schulenberg

Donna M. Schultz

Frank & Mary Szuch

Jason R. Wagner

Henry & Mei Lien Wen

Mary Zarr

$99 & Below

Kevin & Laura Adams

Jim Booth

Betty A. Bruce

John J. Cameron

Nancy Frenk

Gerald B. Gersey

Heather Jones

Robert Klassy

Donna Lill

Anne T. Posner & Matthew F. Wilson

Brian & Carolyn McDonald Nancy Oakford

Jeff Phillips

David G. Richards

Katherine S. Sawyer

Betty & George Spartz

Cindy Stoekel

$25,000 & Above

A special thanks to Rem & Lee Stokes for their generous donation.

$5,000 & Above

Martha Atherton, Raco Industrial Corporation

$2,000 & Above

BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois

Harris Bank

Ray & Judy McCaskey

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IN KIND DONATIONS

Abt

Ace Hardware

Adler Planetarium

Air Tran Airways

Arlington Park

Arlington Theater

Artistic Cuisine

Asahi

Bakers Square

Bangerang Bake Shop

Barbara's Balloons

Barrington Draperies and Shutters, Inc.

Sandra Volid Bauer

Belden Stratford

Joe Benstein

Phyllis C. Benstein

Billy Caspar Golf, Meadowlark Golf Course

BlueCross & BlueShield of Illinois

Bob Chinn's Crab House

Bonnie Lindholm School of the Dance


Brunswick Zone Deer Park

Buehler YMCA

James & Fay Ellen Buican

Frank Caruk

Catered & Picnic Productions

Chicago Architecture Foundation

Chicago Bears

Chicago Blackhawks

Chicago Botanic Garden

Chicago Cubs

Chicago Office Products Co.

Chicago Prime Steakhouse

Chicago Shakespeare Theatre

Chicago Sky

Chicago Wolves Pro Hockey

Clearbrook, Inc.

Clutter Coach Company

Cotillion Banquets

Creative Celebrations

Cubby Bear North

Curvy Road Holdings, LLC

Dick's Sporting Goods

Dobby's World Wide Liquors

Patric & Sarah Donahue

Dover Straits

Duggan and Brown

Durty Nellie's

Gloria Ezan

Karen and Dan Fay

Five Guys Operations LLC

Forest Preserve Golf Cook County

Game Works

GemmaQuinnBaby.com

Harry's of Arl. Hts.

Hauk Fitness

Heavenly Massage

Hoffman Estates Park District

Hotel Indigo

Illinois Sports Facilities Authority

Inverness Park District

Charu Jain

Jason's Deli

Jim Beam Brands Co.

John G. Shedd Aquarium

JonathanPortraits.com


Kane County Cougars

Keurig, Inc

Kings Warf

Robert Klassy

Thomas Knickerbocker

Rick & Maralyn Kolze

Lafitte's New Orleans Restaurant

Lal Qila Restaurant & Banquet

LaTasca

Lavelle Law, Ltd.

Le Titi de Paris

Donna Lill

Long Grove Cafe

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

Lynfred Winery

Madeline Mung Designs

Metropolis Performing Arts Centre

Midtown Athletic Club

Maria Angie Mira

Northrop Grumman

Optimal Organizing

Palatine Complete Dental

Palatine Park District

Palatine True Value

Panera Bread -Company

Sandra & Gerry Paquette

Denise Petersen

Photo's Hotdogs

Pinstripes

Pizza Bella

Port Edward Restaurant


IN KIND DONATIONS

Dennis & Carol Reagan

Rogers & Hollands

ROI Business Services

Rosebud Restaurants

Janet Ryan

Salon Cienna

Salt Creek Rural Park District

Sheila Schwartz

Dorinda Shaw

Sharon Smith

Southwest Airlines

Spirit Cruises

Stir Crazy

Laurie Stock

Rembert R. & Lee Stokes

Sunset Foods

Sybaris Pool Suites

Thai Garden

The Buckingham Atheletic Club

The Cheesecake Factory

The Northbrook Symphony

Tootu Cute

Toreo Mexican Cuisine

Trader Joe's Arlington Hts.

Uncle Dougie's

Gennadiy Vaynrub

Vince's Italian Restaurant

Wah Moy Chop Suey

Elizabeth Walker

Weber-Stephens Products, Inc.

Cheryl Westin

WTTW 11

Wyatt Austin Jewelers

CENTER ANNOUNCEMENTSCENTER ANNOUNCEMENTS

MONDAYS: One-Stroke Painting 10 - Noon

Sit & Be Fit 10:00 - 10:45am

Line Dancing 11am - 12pm

Chair Yoga 1 - 1:30pm

Bingo 12:30 - 3pm

Pinochle 12:30 - 4:30pm

Mah Jongg 12:30 - 4:30pm

TUESDAYS: Bridge Club 12:30 - 3:30pm

Tai Chi 3 - 4pm

WEDNESDAYS: Hearts (cards) 9am - Noon

T.O.P.S. - 9:30am

Poker 12:30 - 3:30pm

Quilting 12:30 - 2:30pm

THURSDAYS: Social Poker for fun 10:00am

Wii Bowling & more 10am

Sit & Be Fit 10:00 - 10:45am

One-Stroke Painting 10am-Noon

Bingo 12:30 - 3pm

Tai Chi 3 - 4pm

FRIDAYS: Ceramics 9 - 11am

Social Bridge 10am - 1pm

Pinochle 1 - 4:30pm

Please call 847.991.1112

PTSCC is thankful for the dedicated team of volunteers who help coordinate each of our daily activities.

ONE-STROKE PAINTING - Mondays, 10am - 12pm, & Thurs., 10am - 12pm. The first class is free; following classes are $5 each. This is an easy way to learn a special painting method.

CERAMICS - Fridays, 9am - 11am. Receive a free piece of greenware to paint & fire at the first class; each session is $4.

Wed. Quilting Group - Learn how to quilt & meet a fabulous group of people - lots of stories & laughs.

CHINA PAINTING GROUP - The Porcelain by Design group meets the third Friday of each month. If you are interested in joining call Sheila at 847.847.7568 or Joan at 815.479.8750 for more details.

A R T A C T I V I T I E SA R T A C T I V I T I E S

NEED TRANSPORTATION? SIGN UP AT THE PALATINE TOWNSHIP OFFICE.

721 S. Quentin Rd. (corner of Illinois & Quentin)

The service operates from 8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday - Friday. First-time riders need to go to the Township Office to fill out a registration application.

Call the Township Office at 847.358.6907 to reserve your seat on the bus - minimum of three days in advance.

Don’t forget to ask about taxi vouchers.

PTSCC offers a variety of activities: Health Presentations, Blood Pressure Screenings, Traveling Lunch Club, Line Dancing, Mah Jongg, Ceramics and much more. Join us for any of the events listed in this brochure.

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Ice Cream Social with Sundling Jr. High

Students.

What a treat!


Stop by the Main Office at PTSCC to register for any of the activities or presentations listed. Payment is due at time of registration.

HEALTH AND FITNESSS ACTIVITIESHEALTH AND FITNESSS ACTIVITIES TAOIST TAI CHI - Tues. & Thurs., 3pm - 4pm, $30 Members / $40 Non-Members for 6 weeks. Your instructor, Margie, has been teaching Tai Chi for over 12 years. She is very successful in integrating new students into the movements of Tai Chi. Join us for this unique movement class.

SIT AND BE FIT - Monday and Thursday, 10am - 10:30am, $3 Members / $4 Non-Members per class. Now you can get your blood circulating and stretch your muscles twice a week.

T.O.P.S. - Wednesday, 9am

WEIGHT WATCHERS - Tuesday, 4:30pm or 6pm meetings. You can receive additional information at www.weightwatchers.com or by calling 800.651.6000.

LINE DANCING is still a hit! Classes will meet on Mondays through the end of the year, from 10:45am-12pm. We are closed Monday, May 30 & July 4. Cost is $3 per person, per lesson. Call today to reserve a spot, 847.991.1112.

CHAIR YOGA - Monday 1-1:30pm . This is a wonderful activity to improve flexibility, breathing and more. Cost: $10 for 4 weeks in one month for members or $12 for 4 weeks in one month for Non-Members, or $3 per drop-in session.

Join a NEW fitness programs for the spring, The Weight Loss Challenge! Tues. nights, 7-8pm, starting JUNE 28, 2011

Contact Trudie Warren at 312.608.3716 to register.

RAFFLE WINNERSRAFFLE WINNERS March 2011 April 2011 May 2011

$100 Robert Lindegard $100 Dorothy Gapinski $100 Beverly Dow

$50 Ken Blik $50 William Lotzer $50 Mary Turner $25 Liz Borre $25 Jerome Blaesing $25 Elsie Dorn $25 Lois Larson $25 Betsy Haag $25 Lilian Haass


Don’t forget to check the bulletin boards for daily events & last minute announcements!

As long as you are here for the day’s activities, why not sign up for a Café lunch?

Enjoy lunch with us on any day for just a $3 donation, available for ages 60 & better. Meals are served at 11:30 am. Contact the Café to make a reservation. Call 847.776.7261

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE READINGS First Monday of each month: July 11, Aug. 1, Sept. 12 & Oct. 3, 2011

starting at Noon

NEW PODIATRY OFFICE HOURS

Once a month: July 20, August 3 & September 21, 2011 9:15 - 1pm, every 15 minutes. Appointments required. Insurance will be billed. Most insurances accepted, except HMOs. The $30 flat fee is no longer applicable.

PLEASE CALL 847.991.1112 to make an appointment to register for one of the Driving Programs or Health Screenings on this page. Most screenings are in the Wellness Clinic.


AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM: Mon., Aug. 15 & Tues., 16, 2011 (12 - 4pm)

You must attend both days of the course. $12 for AARP Members & $14 for Non-Members; make the check payable to AARP. Payment must be made when registering for the class.

Next class is Mon., Sept. 12 & Tues. 13, 12-4pm

RULES OF THE ROAD:

No Charge Thurs., June 23, 2011 & Sept. 22, 2011 10am - 12pm YOU MUST CALL & REGISTER FOR THE CLASS.

TRAVELING NOON LUNCH CLUB 2010

Fri., July 15, Applebee’s, 741 E. Dundee, Palatine

Fri., Aug. 19, Heng Wing, 121 W. Palatine Rd., Palatine

Fri., Sept. 16, Bakers Square, 270 E. Northwest Hwy., Palatine

Please sign up in the Main Office or phone 847.991.1112, so we can call in reservation numbers. Thank you.

The Traveling Lunch Club meets the third Friday of every month at a different restaurant. We have a group of about 20 people who come for the camaraderie and to try out new restaurants. New members are always welcome. Please call so we can include you in the reservation count. You purchase the lunch on your own; PTSCC simply makes the reservation for the group.

Second Hand Rose

(PTSCC Gift Shop)

If you are a PTSCC member, you can register to win the

Summertime Basket. Check out the basket items below!

(The drawing will be Thursday, June 30)

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Special Upcoming Our Place Café Luncheons

Thurs., June 30, 11:30am: Sponsored in part by Friendship Village. Join us for this 4th of July Theme Lunch, door prizes included. Available to the first 50 people who register by Fri., June 17. Cost: $5 donation

Thurs., July 28, 11:30am: Sponsored in part by Arden Court. A Summertime Celebration with friends. Available to the first 50 people who register by Wed., July 20. Cost: $5 donation

Mon., Aug. 15, 11:30am: Sponsored in part by Rosewood Care Center. Preseason Football Fun!!! Available to the first 50 people who register by Wed., Aug. 10. Cost: $5 donation

Mon., Sept. 19, 11:30am: sponsored in part by ManorCare. Bring pictures of the grandchildren and celebrate Grandparents Day with friends! Available to the first 50 people who register by Wed., Sept. 14. Cost: $5 donation

Celebrating the Royal Wedding or baseball season, Café parties

are the best!

PRESENTATIONS & HEALTH INFORMATION

P a g e 1 1 J u l y - S e p t e m b e r

Calling all Golfers – Save the Date!

Master Your Game “For a Good Cause” is the theme of the PTSCC Golf Fundraiser scheduled for Thursday, June 23, 2011 from 5 – 8 p.m. at Golf Nation, 399 North Quentin Road, Palatine, IL 60067. Tickets are $35 per person, $50 per couple. Enjoy food, raffles, contests, and cash bar while supporting a good cause. Questions? Call or e-mail Julie at (847) 991-1112 or [email protected]..

Join us on most Thursday mornings for Wii Bowling. Then stay and enjoy lunch at Our Place Café. The bowling is free, the lunch only a $3 donation. Please register in the Main Office for the Bowling & at the Café Window for lunch a week in advance.

Join us for Scrabble on the third Thursday of each month, starting at 10am. Stay for lunch at 11:30am at “Our Place Café”, $3 donation.

Mon., July 25, 11am: Q & A on keeping yourself organized. Want to make more space in your house, de-clutter a special area, then this is the session for you.

Thurs., Aug. 11, 11am: UIC Brown Bag & Vitamin / Miner-al presentation. If you have concerns & questions about the supplements you are taking, then join us. Register by Tues., Aug. 2 to receive a free lunch.

Mon., Aug. 29, 10:30am: Bone density test, you will re-ceive a print out of your hand screening. FREE to the first 15 people who register before August 19th.

Flu Shots Mon., Sept. 12, 9-11am.

Call after August 15 for details.

September is Senior Center month. Come join the fun!

… bringing wisdom to the technology age COMPUTER CLASSES/WORKSHOPS for OLDER ADULTS

Plus Computer Learning CenterComputer Learning Center

50 Plus Computer Learning Center, is a program offered by PTSCC, offering computer-classes for adults, age 50 and older. Our mission is to provide older adults education for and access to computer technologies to enhance their lives and enable them to share their knowledge and wisdom. 50 Plus Computer Learning Center offers Computer Classes and Workshops with an up-to-date computer lab, materials specifically designed for Seniors, free open lab with instructors present, 4 great sessions a year, computer access for each student, extra individual attention, 3 to 1 student to instructor/coach ratio, and more.

Here are examples of workshops offered throughout the year.

Power of the Right Click Free Calls w/ Skype

Genealogy Google Documents

Email with Yahoo Yahoo Finance

We have Windows 7 operating system in our computers. Our programs include Office 2007.

Registration: Thurs., June 16, 10am-1pm.. Call for availability after this date.


Here are examples of classess offered throughout the year.

Computer Basic Intro. to Computers

Word 2007 (learn the heart of your computer)

Windows 7 Digital Scrapbooking

Let us show you how easy it is the stay in touch with family & friends. Join us for any of the getting-started classes or more advanced workshops. Our team of volunteers are ready to assist you.

Harper Lifelong Learning Institute, in conjunction with PTSCC, will be offering classes in 2011 at PTSCC.

Friday, September 16,10am-11:30am: The Presidents Adams. John & John Quincy Adams were the first father and son to occupy the White House. Bill Haase will share the Adams family accomplishments in and outside of the presidencies. Monday, September 19, 10am - 12pm: Beautiful Chicago, Influences of Paris, Athens, Rome & Berlin. Daniel Burnham had a plan in 1909 for a beautiful city in the Parisian style. Join Linda Rubin in a virtual tour of Chicago in this slide presentation of European influences on Chicago.

There is a fee for each of these courses. Call 847.925.6300 to receive cost and LLI membership information.

While you are here, why don’t you join us for lunch at Our Place Café? The cost is only a $3 donation, if you are 60 or better.

Please call 2 weeks in advance to reserve your spot 847.776.7261. Meals are served at 11:30am.


E.D.G.E. (Exciting Destinations & Getaway Excursions) Trip Group. We would welcome any exciting trip suggestions. You can email Diane at

[email protected] We have already gone dog sledding, charter fishing, & on a sleigh ride.

Let us know where you want to go next!

SPECIAL & OVERNIGHT TRIP ANNOUNCEMENTSSPECIAL & OVERNIGHT TRIP ANNOUNCEMENTS

These trips are being offered so you can have an opportunity to support PTSCC’s trip programs and the Center. The Advisory Council (Friends of PTSCC) encourages you to be part of the fun. Join us and share some good times with your friends & family.

An Overnight Trip Visiting Two Unique Casinos

Oneida Casino & Chip-In Island Resort - Escanaba, MI Tues., Oct. 18 - Wed., Oct. 19, 2011 (8am - 5pm) Cost: $125 db. Occ. Per person, $160 single Occ. (Member & Non-Members)

Tax deductible portion is $15. Our first stop will be Green Bay’s Oneida Casino where you will receive $25 in promo play, plus a 10% food discount. Then we are off to the Chip-In Island Casino for an overnight stay at their wonderful Resort. Here you will receive $20 per day on your player’s card ($40 total) and $5 coupons on select meals. The hotel has a pool, in-room coffee makers & hair dryers, and a free breakfast in the Firekeepers Restaurant. We appreciate your support and hope you will join us for this gaming overnight adventure. DEADLINE SEPTEMBER 20, 2011. Call after this date for last minute availability.

Trips listed with PTSCC will have transportation departing from the Center at the initial time that is posted for each trip. If you have any questions please contact Diane at 847.991.1112 x 233.

Most trips use coach buses unless destination is within 60 minutes of Center (this includes some trips to Chicago). A minimum of 25 - 30 people is necessary for most trips.

The Girlfriends Get-Away Weekend will be Thurs., Aug. 4 - Fri., Aug. 5. Immerse yourself in everything Amish during our overnight adventure across northern Indiana. Fee includes motorcoach transportation, most meals, one night accommodations, admission to Arts & Crafts Fair in Amish Acres in Nappanee, Quilt Gardens & Mural Tour with a local expert gardener, homemade cinnamon roll making demonstration & tasting, dinner at an Amish home, lunch at Das Dutchman, hot breakfast at the hotel, and finally a tour of the South Bend Chocolate Company. Joint trip with Bensenville. Cost: $249 pp dbl. occupancy & $299 single occ. DEALINE: JUNE 30, 2011. Call after this date for last minute availability. This trip is designed for pampering yourself & your friends, with time available to share some fun & quality fellowship.

New Orleans by Train with Fancy Free Tours: February 14 - 20, 2012. Flyers are available in the Main Office. Cost: $1,697.30 pp Dbl. Occ. DEADLINE NOVEMBER 15, 2011

Winter trip to the Quad Cities.

ONE DAY TRIPS WITH PTSCC ONE DAY TRIPS WITH PTSCC Special Event & Theatre tickets are always

limited and will sell quickly.


Renaissance Faire, Bristol, WI Joint trip with Dundee PD.

Sat., Aug. 13, 9am - about 4pm Cost: $42 Members $47 Non-Members DEADLINE JULY 26, 2011

Would you like to eat well, be carefree & enjoy an afternoon celebrating the foolery of Renaissance times? Would you like to watch jousting, comic theatre or a predatory bird display? There are games (archery, hatchet throwing) & crafts to purchase. Lots to eat & see - Join us!

Space is limited, moderate - Lots of walking.

Sox Baseball & Bingo Joint trip with Dundee PD

Wed., July 6, 2011, 9:30AM - 6:30pm (about) Cost:$75 Members $80 Non-Members DEADLINE JUNE 17, 2011

The cost includes lower box seats, bingo & buffet on the patio. Lots of prizes and fun in the sun.

Space is limited to the first 20 people registered.

Breakfast & the Wings, Apple Holler, Milwaukee Art Museum & Jelly Belly. Sponsored in part by The Devonshire of Hoffman Estates

Wed., July 20, 8:30am - 4:30pm Cost: $47 Members $52 Non-Members DEADLINE JULY 6, 2011

Start off the day with a delicious breakfast at Apple Holler with some time to shop for more healthy goodies. We will arrive at the Museum in time to see the wings flap & then you can tour the museum’s art collection & use your 10% discount at the art store. Our final stop will be at the Jelly Belly store to pick up your summertime candy treats. Space is limited, moderate walking

Lunch & Bingo ManorCare of Arlington Hts.

Wed., July 13, 2011, 11:30 - 1pm FREE TRIP Transportation is NOT provided. DEADLINE JULY 6, 2011

This is a wonderful opportunity to visit the ManorCare facility. It is always nice to see a place before you might need assistance. Have lunch and enjoy some great prizes.

Space is limited to the first 20 people registered.

Mail Boat in Lake Geneva Joint trip with Dundee PD

Mon., Aug. 8, 7:30am - 4:30pm Cost: $72 Members, $77 Non-Members DEADLINE JULY 25, 2011

Check out this mail delivery tradition in action! This is a 2.5 hour boat ride around the lake as the mail person jumps off & on the boat to deliver the mail. Then we will have lunch at Popeye’s restaurant & enjoy some free time to browse downtown Lake Geneva. Space is limited, minimum walking.

Taste of Wisconsin, Racine Joint trip with Dundee PD.

Fri., Oct. 14, 9am - 5pm Cost: $50 Members $55 Non-Members DEADLINE SEPT. 16, 2011

We will be grazing our way around Racine this year. Morning stop at the O & J Kringle store, lunch at Spinnakers near the Harbor (chose your lunch when you reg.), a dessert stop at Borzynski’s and, a must-stop while in Wisconsin, the Brat Shop. What a delicious day!!! Space is limited, moderate walking.

Mary (Program Director for Dundee PD on the right) & I are trying to stay

ahead of your suggestions.

Join us this fall for more fun!

Circus Shanghai: Extremes Navy Pier, Chicago

Wed., Aug. 10, 11am - 4:30pm Cost: $45 Members $50 Non-Members DEADLINE JULY 25, 2011

Join us for 11:15 lunch at “Our Place Café”, then at 12pm we depart for Navy Pier. You will have some time to enjoy Navy Pier before the spectacular performance at 2pm. We will depart after the show about 3:30pm Space is limited, moderate walking.


SPECIAL ONE DAY TRIPS WITH PTSCC SPECIAL ONE DAY TRIPS WITH PTSCC

Participation Guidelines Please fill out the Emergency Card when you register & pick up the Participation Guideline Sheet. In order to help provide a safe & successful trip, we ask that you come prepared for the day: eat prior to pick-up, take your meds and come ready to care for your own personal & mobility needs. The trip supervisor is there to coordinate the trip & guide the participants throughout the day. Thank you for your cooperation. Your readiness helps in the success of the trip and the safety of all participating on the trip.

Amish Bag Trip (Tasty Treats) Joint Trip with BACOA & Salt Creek

Wed., Aug. 31, 7am - 8pm Cost: $80 Members $85 Non-Members DEADLINE AUGUST 17, 2011

This unique Amish trip will include a tour of the Amish gardens & murals. There will be special exhibits, hands-on projects and learning demonstrations to enhance the tour. At the following stops you will receive treats for your Green Bag - Dutch Country Market, Katie’s Homemade Noodles, Rise’n Roll Bakery & Das Kase Haus Cheese Shop.

Space is limited, lots of walking.

Divas Show & Lunch, Starved Rock, IL Joint trip with Dundee P.D.

Tues., Sept. 13, 9am - 6pm Cost: $65 Members $70 Non-Members DEADLINE AUG. 30, 2011

Sheri Winkelman performs in the style of Marilyn Monroe’s breathy voice and quick wit. Sheri also sings some of Connie’s most famous songs like “Who’s Sorry Now” & other standards.. Buffet lunch included. Space is limited, minimum walking.

Cancellation Policy

Once we have made final payments for any trip (transportation, tickets, meals), we cannot refund your money. We are sorry for the inconvenience.

Basic Trip & Center Guidelines

There is a set of guidelines outlining the Code of Conduct for each Center Activity & Trip. These guidelines are also posted on many Center bulletin boards and are part of the PTSCC Membership Booklet. The Code of Conduct was established so everyone can enjoy the activities. Thank you for participating and being respectful of yourself, others in your group & the space around you.

PARTICIPATION CRITERIA

(CENTER ACTIVITIES & TRIPS)

Those participating in Senior Center programs must be able to address their own personal needs. Those with special needs are welcome to participate, but must be accompanied by someone qualified to assist them.

Trip Policies and Guidelines

Mark your calendar. Details & registration on the following trips will be in the next Happenings: Haunted Chicago 10/26, Legacy Girls at White Fence Farm 10/28, Grand Geneva Holidays 12/2, plus 2012 extended overnights and other exciting day trips. We hope to see you soon.

This Amish day trip, is a little different than the overnight on pg. 13.

PTSCC Social Service Department

Trish Abbey, MSW – Director Megan Conway – Adult Day Care Manager

Nina Vaynrub – Russian Liaison Angie Mira – Hispanic Liaison

Ellen Applegate - ADC and Data Entry Victoria Romberg - ADC Assistant

Carol Dansdill - Social Services Volunteer

Our Social Service Department can assist you in a variety of ways.

Applications for senior entitlements

Medicare/Medicaid questions

Referrals to community agencies

Housing Questions

Listings of service providers

Friendly Visitors

Volunteer Shopping Assistance

Escorted Transportation

Circuit Breaker/IL Cares Rx

LiHeap

Supportive Counseling

SHIP

Welcome spring and summer! The Social Services Department has been keeping busy this spring assisting clients with applications, referrals, and counseling.

If you have a Seniors Ride Free Pass and have NOT applied for Circuit Breaker, you need to do so to continue to receive free rides. The Circuit Breaker application is an income based application with an annual income limit of $27,610 for a single person and $36,635 for a two person household. Applying for this program is the only way you can continue to “ride free”. Our staff can assist you with completing this application on line. Please call us for more information and an appointment.

We have trained Medicare counselors to assist you with every aspect of Medicare – from enrollment, to choosing a supplement, or understanding a bill. Call to schedule an appointment. Our counselors are currently here the 1st and 3rd Wednesday and Thursday of the month in the mornings. Appointments are required – please call Megan Conway to schedule one today!

We are anticipating the LIHEAP program will begin to accept applications again this September. At this point, we are unsure if there will be a Summer Cooling program at all due to funding cuts. If you are having difficulty paying for your electric and heating bills, please call us and we can help explain the program and set up an appointment for when the program starts.

We are continuing to look for a Volunteer who is interested in working up to 5 hours per week as our Volunteer Coordinator. This position would include interviewing and screening volunteers, matching them up with client/member need, and following up to make sure that the match is going well. If this is something you are interested in, please call Trish at 847-991-1112. Sincerely -Trish Abbey, Director of Social Services

SOCIAL SERVICESSOCIAL SERVICES

News You Can Use: Benefits Check-in Event!

Are you getting all of the benefits you are entitled to? Come meet with our staff to learn about State and Federal senior and disabled entitlement programs.

We will be screening participants for programs as well as completing necessary applications.

**Monday July 11, 2011** 9am – 1pm

(This is a drop in event) You do not need a reservation, just come that day and bring the following items:

State ID Medicare and Insurance cards 2010 Income Tax return or proof of income A recent bank statement Asset information


Plan on staying & having lunch at “Our Place Café”.


TTHEHE CCARINGARING HHEARTSEARTS AADULTDULT DDAYAY CCENTERENTER Are you caring for a loved one?

Would he or she enjoy being in an interactive social group with other seniors?

Contact the Caring Hearts Adult Day Center today for more information!

General Information:

Group members maintain their independence and stay active by making new friends and socializing. Your loved one will be involved in structured, supervised, and fun activities, while you get a break from your caregiving responsibilities. Activities stimulate the participants mentally and physically!

Caring Hearts Adult Day Center is for individuals with mild to moderate memory loss. Transportation is available to Palatine Township residents through the Dial-a-Ride Program. A meal option is also available.

The group is available Monday - Thursday, 11am - 3pm. For more information or to arrange a tour, please contact Megan Conway at 847.991.1112.

We are also in need of volunteers to help with this wonderful group. Volunteers are needed on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Volunteers should be cheerful, patient, and energetic.

Sample of Activities: Card games Reminiscence Volunteer projects Trivia Chair Exercise Billiards Arts and Cra s Baking Gardening Sing‐A‐Longs Word Games Puzzles Baggo

CAREGIVER SUPPORT SERVICES Are you caring for someone with Alzheimer’s Disease or dementia? Would you like more information on caregiving resources? Would you like to speak with others who have dealt with similar situations? We are pleased to offer an Alzheimer’s Association affiliated Caregiver Support Group. The group meets on the first and third Thursday of every month, from 11:00 am – 12:30 pm. The Caregiver Support Group is open to the public and there is no fee to attend.

The goal of the group is to provide individuals with a safe, supportive environment to discuss their caregiving responsibilities, difficulties, and successes. The group seeks to protect the physical and emotional health of caregivers, while offering tools, resources, and information. If you are caring for someone with dementia, please consider joining us. The facilitator will lead the group in the library at the Senior Center. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact Megan Conway at 847.991.1112 or visit us at www.ptscc.org.

Also, if you would like to receive information about services and other resources specifically for caregivers, contact Megan Conway. We will add you to our mailing list to receive periodic updates and information about caregiving information. Feel free to check out our “Caregiver Services” bulletin board at the Senior Center. It’s right next to the library! You’ll find inspirational articles, recent research study data, general information, and an events calendar!

Support Group Upcoming Dates – **July 7**July 21**August 4**August18**September 1**September 15 **

The Caring Hearts Group loves playing

Baggo!

WARNING SIGNS OF ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE 1. Memory loss that disrupts daily life.

2. Challenges in planning or solving problems.

3. Difficulty completing familiar tasks at home, work, or leisure.

4. Confusion with time or place.

5. Trouble understanding visual images or spatial relationships.

6. New problems with words in speaking or writing.

7. Misplacing things and losing the ability to retrace steps.

8. Decreased or poor judgment.

9. Withdrawal from work or social activities.

10. Changes in mood or personality.

If you notice any of the Alzheimer’s Disease warning signs, please see your doctor. You can also contact the Alzheimer’s Association at 800.272.3900 for additional resources and information. The Social Services staff at the Palatine Township Senior Center is always available to give information and referrals as well. Call us at 847.991.1112.


СОЦИАЛЬНЫЕ СЛУЖБЫ И ПРОГРАММЫ:

Наш центр (PALATINE SENIOR CENTER)

505 S. Quentin Rd., Palatine, IL 60067

предлагает следующие услуги:

оказание помощи в заполнении форм для программ Public Aid, в решении вопросов, связанных с Medicare, SSI, LIHEAP, Circuit Breaker и других программ, а также в поисках субсидированого жилья.

Если Вам не положена программа Mediсaid, мы поможем Вам в получении льготнoй программы Access to Care.

КУРСЫ ПО ПОДГОТОВКЕ К СДАЧЕ ЭКЗАМЕНА НА ГРАЖДАНСТВО. (CITIZENSHIP CLASSES):

Занятия проводятся еженедельно по вторникам в помещении нашего центра по адресу: 505 S. Quentin Road, Palatine, 60067.

ИНФОРМАЦИОННАЯ ПРОГРАММА

При нашем центре проводятся занятия с русскоязычными клиентами. На этих занятиях клиенты получают информацию о социальных и других программах для пожилых, учатся читать письма и документы, касающиеся различных вопросов жизни пожилых людей в США. Присоединяйтесь к нам!

Обо всем, что происходит в Центре Вы узнаете на страницах буклета ( если Вы читаете по-английски). Ha русском языкe Вы можете получить информацию у Вашего социального работника Нины.

Июль - Август—Сентябрь

НОВОСТИ! В центре прошёл ежегодный вечер чествования волонтёров ( Volunteer Recogni-tion). От русскоязычных клиентов центрa памятным значком, адресом и подарком былa нaграждена Евгения Левитина.

Поздравляем!

NINA VAYNRUB, SOCIAL SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE CALL FOR APPOINT & OFFICE HOURS (847) 991-1112, EXT. 225

Grupo Hispano ,

Foto de dia de los Voluntarios Grace & Angie

Nuestra labor principal es mantener a nuestra gente de 55+ activos e inde-pendiente. Darles la mayor información sobre programas como de educa-ción, nutrición, entretenimiento, recreación, salud y ofrece a la vez los servi-cios sociales que Ud. necesite. Amigo si usted tiene preguntas con su Medi-care, Li-Hep, SNAP, llamenos al 847-991-1112 , Comienza el programa de Tomando Control de su Salud, la comienza en Junio, cada Jueves de 9:30 am-1:30pm X 6 semanas. Personas con enfermedades cronicas, este programa es para ud. Personas con enfermedades cronicas. Este programa es para Ud.

Julio

No olvide de aplicar para Cooling Program.

Buscando personas para entrenar en Tomando Control de su Salud. Pro-gramas de prevencion.

Lunch el precio es de $ 3:00

Amigos si uds no se han incrito con nuestro Grupo Hispano, participe en las actividades de crafts, viajes, clases de ESL, solo para perso-nas de 55+. Llame a Angie para para mas informacion al 847-991-1112 ext. 223. Visitenos los Miercoles en PTSCC) Palatine Township Senior Center en 505 S. Quentin Rd. Palatine, tambien estamos la 1ra semana y la 4ta semana por las mananas in POC para actividades.

CIRCUIT BREAKER ( vigente)

(Tarjeta Farmacéutica / Senior Care RX).

Para aquellos que califiquen, si su sueldo en el 10 fué :

$27,610(x 1 persona) $36,635(x2 personas) $45,657 (x3 personas) Personas que califi-quen para éste servicio. Necesitan tener 5 años de residencia, 65 años de edad o estar desabilitado (a). Lláme para más información.

Angie Mira representante Hispana

Llamar 847.991.1112 x223

CORPORATE MEMBERSCORPORATE MEMBERS For as l i t t l e as $500 a yea r , you can become a PTSCC

Corpo ra te Member .

Con tac t Ca ro l Reagan fo r more in fo rmat ion .

P L A T I N U M C L U BP L A T I N U M C L U B

Northwest Community Healthcare 800 W. Central Road

Arlington Heights, IL 60005 847.618.1000

S I L V E R C L U BS I L V E R C L U B Church Creek

1250 W. Central Rd. Arlington Hts., IL 60005

847.506.3200

S I L V E R C L U BS I L V E R C L U B Lake Barrington Woods

22320 Classic Court Lk. Barrington, IL 60010

847.842.8900

S I L V E R C L U BS I L V E R C L U B

Bank of Palatine One E. Northwest Hwy.

Palatine, IL 60067 847.991.4300

G O L D CL U BG O L D CL U B

Northrop Grumman 600 Hicks Rd.

Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

224.625.6611

S I L V E R C L U BS I L V E R C L U B 50 Plus Computer Learning Center Lab located at

580 First Bank Dr. Palatine, IL 60067

847.991.1112

S I L V E R C L U BS I L V E R C L U B Lavelle Law, Ltd. 501 W. Colfax St. Palatine, IL 60067

847.705.7555



700 Euclid Palatine, IL 60067

847.776.6200


Harris Bank 50 N. Brockway Street

Palatine, IL 60067 847.359.1070

S I L V E R C L U BS I L V E R C L U B Brandt Financial Concepts, Inc.

134 W. Slade Street Suite 1

Palatine, IL 60067 847.358.8600

S I L V E R C L U BS I L V E R C L U B Comfort Keepers

1627 Colonial Parkway Palatine, IL 60067

847.221.5300

S I L V E R C L U BS I L V E R C L U B ManorCare Health

Services 715 W. Central Ave.

Arlington Hts., IL 60005 847.392.2020


Cornerstone National Bank & Trust Co

One W. Northwest Hwy. Palatine, IL 60067

847.654.3000

S I L V E R C L U BS I L V E R C L U B The Moorings of Arlington

Heights 811 E. Central Rd.

Arlington Hts., IL 60005 847.640.3155

S I L V E R C L U BS I L V E R C L U B Tamarack

Gracious Retirement Living

55 S. Greeley St. Palatine, IL 60067

847.991.4700


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Palatine Township Senior Citizens Council 505 South Quentin Road Palatine, IL 60067 Phone: 847.991.1112 Fax: 847.991.9605

Your Home Away From Home

CORPORATE MEMBER SPOTLIGHTCORPORATE MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

CURRENT RESIDENT

TO:

Northrop Grumman Volunteers Beautify the Center

The east entrance and upper level of the Senior Center have a fresh, clean look thanks to the following Northrop Grumman volunteers: Zack Zubka, Jason McKune, Justin Willie, Don Pendasula, Harry Benstein, Brian Viverito, Patrick Byrnes, Scott Ringa, Joseph Gharib, Peter Nader, Tony Viverito, John Sidor, Ted Odyniec, Randy Urban, Scott Bernacki, Tracy Bush, Deb Misra, Laura Landseadal, Tim Zubka, Ann Soby, & Anu Abraham.

We would like to specifically recognize Tony Viverito and Laura Landseadal for their leadership of the project. Also, Scott Bernacki spent a substantial amount of time finishing the project on his own. Without their direction and patience the project would not have been completed as quickly and professionally as it was. We are extremely thankful for these volunteers’ support of PTSCC.

We are looking for volunteers to help us in the ‘Our Place Café’. The Café needs drivers for Home Delivered meals and Café Assistants. Please contact Nancy at 847.776.7261, and consider sharing some of your valuable time.

Business Hours:

8:30am -

We are closed: Monday July 4 & Sept 5, 2011