Make 55+ the Best Time of Your Life! Enjoy life! Engage in learning! Meet new friends! Make a difference!

Serving North East Florida 2105 Park Avenue, Suite 30, Orange Park, FL 32073 (904) 269-5315

www.tscoop.org

info@tscoop.org Please note new email address.

Volume 24 Number 4 Fall Session 2017

OUR MISSION

The Shepherd’s Center of

Orange Park, SCOOP: to assist

seniors by improving their

quality of life through

educational programming,

intellectually, physically,

socially and spiritually……

Living Life and Loving It!

About SCOOP

The Shepherd’s Center offers

“Adventures in Learning” –

classes that are taught on

various subjects by

knowledgeable volunteer

instructors. There are four

eight-week sessions per year.

See registration form on pg. 5

for fees. Lunch is also

available, along with an

entertaining luncheon.

program.

Hope you can join us!

JOIN SCOOP’S ANNUAL FUNDRAISER Because of you, Adventures in Learning has positively

changed lives of hundreds of senior adults each year and we have expanded our program to two locations. You may have physically benefited from exercise classes or you may have improved intellectually, learning new subjects such as elder law, computers, oil painting, writing skills and many others

As a nonprofit that receives no government funding, we must raise funds each year to cover almost 50% of the budget for expenses. By your generous contribution, The Shepherd’s Center will continue to provide this award-winning educational program to you and other senior adults. For a gift of $50 or more, you will receive a ticket to the Golden Years Gala. (See Pg. 2) - Esther Lee, Board Chairperson

You can make a difference at SCOOP!

Join our team! Volunteers are the lifeblood of SCOOP. Consider giving of your time to make our

program a success.

Leadership – Join the Board of Directors – Maureen Preta, Leadership Chair, is

happy to talk to you about this opportunity.

Golden Years Gala – We need help with event logistics, nominations of honorees,

live/silent auctions. Let Susan Stobe, Gala Chair, know how you would like to help

out.

Adventures in Learning – Join the Curriculum Committee and/or teach a class. See

Lynda Braxton. Help with set up and break down. Talk to Christy

Fitzgerald.

2017 Officers

Esther Lee, Chairman

Maureen Preta, Vice Chairman

Suzanne Tower, Secretary

Chuck Smithers, Treasurer

2017 Trustees

Lynda Braxton Connie Eden

Chris Bass Karen Konopacki

Susan Stobe Barbara Twohie

Carol Weisenberger

Advisory Trustees

Belinda Ganey, OP Medical Center

Pastor Luanne Kemper, OPUMC

Cindy Stewart

Executive Director Christy Fitzgerald

Cutting edge procedures. Award winning outcomes.

2001 Kingsley Avenue, Orange Park, FL 32073

www.orangeparkmedical.com

Make a difference when you shop! Are you an Amazon shopper? Did you

know that you can help the Shepherd’s Center every time you shop on

Amazon? It is simple, just use this link, https://smile.amazon.com/ch/59-3177835. You will be redirected to smile.amazon.com to do your shopping. A percentage of your purchase will be donated to SCOOP.

POTPOURRI OF INFORMATION (This &That) ```````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````````

The Fleming Island location will be closed on Thursday, November 23, due to Thanksgiving

Sunshine Committee Report: Verna Riley has been busy this past quarter. Thank you, Verna, for getting cards out to our members! Sympathy: Maureen Preta (brother), Barbara Berlin’s family, Jack Schmitt (wife), Chiuck Smithers (mother in-law), Sandy Mills (father), Joella Manning (sister), Brenda Antolik (ex-husband), Lynda Braxton (brother) Get Well: Chris Bass, Barbara Evans, Shirley Weimer, Chris Baker, Alice Stiles Thinking of You: Barbara Berlin, Katie Tibbits, Ann Sieber (husband) Contact 269-5315 if you know of someone who needs prayer, is ill or is grieving, let us know and a card will be sent.

Holiday Brunch at Heartland Rehabilitation Services – Join us at Heartland, 570 Wells Road, for their annual holiday brunch on Wednesday, December 13th, 11:30. Please call the office to register for this annual fun event. Thank you, HEARTLAND, for hosting this event!

A very special thank you to Trish Diggins for her time and talents in the redesign and updating of the

SCOOP website, www.tscoop.org. Computer Tutoring with Chris Bass – Chris will meet with anyone interested, one on one, to help with basic computer skills. Call the office at 269-5315 and leave your name and phone number. Chris will call you to set up an appointment. Topics Offered: Working with documents, work with Windows 7, 8 or 10 accessories, internet skills including email and Facebook, transferring pictures from your phone or camera to your computer, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Publisher, Photoshop Elements, and other topics available on request.

Thank you for considering a gift of support! Go to www.tscoop.org under donate or mail to: The Shepherd’s Center of Orange Park, 2105 Park Avenue, Suite 30, Orange Park, FL 32073

Individual contributions are a significant source of our support, as we are funded entirely by the private sector

and receive no government funds. Gifts are tax-deductible and will be acknowledged by letter. Please complete the

appropriate parts of this form and send it to the above address, along with your contribution.

My contribution is in the amount of $______________.

Your Name ______________________________________________________________________________

Address_________________________________________________________________________________

City________________________________________________ State________ Zip Code_______________

Gifts to the Shepherd’s Center to memorialize loved ones, or to honor friends or relatives, are effective ways to

recognize them and perpetuate their memories. Appropriate letters of acknowledgement will be sent to you, and the

person named below will be notified of this contribution.

Name __________________________________________________________________________________

Address ________________________________________________________________________________

City________________________________________________ State ____________ Zip Code__________

In Memory of: ____________________________ In Honor of: ____________________ FLORIDA LAW. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES WITHIN THE STATE BY CALLING 1 (800) 435-7352. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. REGISTRATION # CH30937

Contributions of $50 or more entitle you to a Golden Years Gala Ticket Would you like a ticket to the gala? Yes No Circle one please.

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LUNCHEON PROGRAM SCHEDULE AND MENU

October 16, 2017 Becky Foster, The Allegro

Pot Roast, potatoes, celery, carrots, salad, roll and dessert

October 23, 2017 It’s Never Too Late & You Are Never Too Old! Kate Riggs, The Windsor

Chicken Monterey, yellow rice, broccoli, salad, roll and dessert

October 30, 2017 Hearing Health, Nick Gray, Florida Medical Hearing Centers

Marinated Pork Loin, corn, green beans, salad, roll and dessert

November 6, 2017 Comprehensive Stroke Center in Clay County, Chad Patrick, CEO, Orange Park Medical

Center, Shepherd’s Center’s Title Sponsor

Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, lima beans, salad, roll and dessert

November 13, 2017 Update on Community Hospice and Palliative Care, John Erstling, VP

Pork Tips with Gravy, yellow rice, zucchini squash, salad, roll and dessert

November 20, 2017 Teacher Appreciation, Christy Fitzgerald

Beef Burgundy, brown rice, peas and carrots, salad, roll and dessert

November 27, 2017 Royal Blues Show Choir, Clay High School, Holiday Sounds

BBQ Chicken, potato salad, baked beans, cole slaw, roll and dessert

Sept. 11, 2017 Holiday Concert by Craig Seaton

Lunch provided by the Allegro; holiday menu with all the fixins!

NEW CLASSES and POPULAR REPEATS FOR THE FALL SESSION Beginning Bridge – Bernie Smith is back to teach Beginning Bridge. He will teach for 2 hours and then students will play for 1.5 hours! Blissful Aging Staircase – Taylor Campbell, Seagrass Village. Go through the aging process with ease--downsizing, pain relief, stress relief, what is the next excitement in your life, etc. Canasta – Brenda Antolik and Anna Chapman will teach Canasta - a form of rummy using two full decks in which players or partnerships try to meld groups of three or more cards of the same rank and score bonuses for 7-card melds. Financial Planning Workshop – Dave Fieber, Edward Jones. Prepare for the Future--learn about all aspects of financial planning to retire the way you want. Grandma Moses – Susan Nevinger. Learn to tell your story through painting in the style of Grandma Moses. Safe and Healthy Living – Kyle Williamson, Community Hospice and Palliative Care. The course will focus on awareness, risk and preveniont for independent seniors to live safer and healthier lives. Smart Phone Instruction – Becky Foster & Jen Weatherly, Allegro. Learn tips and tricks in using your I-phone or Android Phone. Telling Your Story – Esther Lee, Ruby Sisk & Audrey Both. Let your family know your most precious memories. Trivia – Have fun testing your knowledge against your classmates, teams or individuals. Session Winners will get a free lunch! Tai Chi Easy – Standing or sitting, it is beneficial either way. Four components include mindful movement, breathing practice, self-applied massage and meditation. Your Health and Your Hearing – Gina Perrone, ACA, BC-HIS. Cognitive Decline Tips and Changes in Medicare; American Disabilities Act and Assistive Devices, Tinnitus Management, with guest speakers in the industry. Zumba for Seniors - Zumba builds cardiovascular health by challenging the heart and working the muscles of the hips, legs and arms with dance moves in a party-like atmosphere.

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Luncheon Program

Lunch begins at 12 p.m. in the gym. See

menu offerings listed below. Make

reservations on registration form (pg. 5) or

call the office.

Lunch $6.00 Reservations required.

If you prefer, you are welcome to bring

your own lunch.

SHEPHERD’S CENTER OF ORANGE PARK 2105 Park Ave., Suite 30, Orange Park, FL 32073

Office Hours: 9AM to 12 Noon Tuesday through Friday Phone or Fax: 269-5315

Adventures in Learning

October 16 – December 7, 2017 (Closed Nov. 23) One-time new member fee: $25

Registration Fee – $40 for Mon. and Tues.; $30 Thurs.; $60 for All

Payment is welcome by mail, on line or on the first day of class

www.tscoop.org

A very special thank you to ALLEGRO, ARBOR TERRACE, COMMUNITY HOSPICE OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA, DIAMOND ASSISTED LIVING, HEARTLAND REHABILITATIION SERVICES, ORANGE PARK

MEDICAL CENTER, SEAGRASS VILLAGE and THE WINDSOR for being major sponsors!

ADVENTURES IN LEARNING

Orange Park United Methodist Church Family Life Center, 2042 Reed St., Orange Park, FL 32073

Mondays – October 16 – December 4, 2017

MONDAYS 9:00 A.M- 9:50 A.M.

Rm. 422 – ELDER LAW – Mike Jorgensen – Protect your

assets.

Rm. 423 – ANCIENT GREECE AND ROME – Jane

Malcom

Rm. 424 – BRIDGE INSTRUCTION – Bernie Smith (2

hours).

Rm. 425 – BLISSFUL AGING STAIR CASE – Taylor

Campbell, Seagrass Village

Rm. 426 – TELLING YOUR STORY – Esther Lee, Ruby

Sisk & Audrey Both

Gym – TAI’ CHI EASY – by video – Limber up your body

and feel better.

Gym – CROCHET - Ruby Sisk

10:00 A.M.- 10:50 A.M.

Balcony – SCRABBLE

Rm. 422 – YOUR HEALTH, YOUR HEARING – Gina

Perrone ACA, BC-HIS, Hearing Aid Solutions

Rm. 423 – ART APPRECIATION, HISTORY OF ART IN

AMERICA – Susan Nevinger Rm. 424 – BRIDGE INSTRUCTION/PLAYING (cont’d.)

– Bernie Smith.

Rm. 425 – MUSIC APPRECIATION – “Music Nostalgia

1980s” – Dave Neal.

Rm. 426 – JEWELRY MAKING – Class limit: 13 – Nancy

Keon & Nancy Marcet, (2 hours) Fee $35

Gym – MOVEMENT/EXERCISE – Susan Stobe – Seated

to standing – just move!

Gym – CANASTA – Brenda Antolik & Anna Chapman

11:00 A.M.-11:50 A.M.

Balcony – SCRABBLE – Martha Huff.

Rm. 422 – CURRENT EVENTS – Gary Monson & Cindy

Stewart

Rm. 423 – SAFE AND HEALTHY LIVING – Kyle

Williamson, Community Hospice & Palliative Care Rm. 424 – BRIDGE PLAYING

Rm. 425 – TRIVIA – Karen and Stan Konapacki.

Rm. 426 – JEWELRY MAKING (Con’t) – Class limit: 13

– Nancy Keon & Nancy Marcet,

Gym – LINE DANCING – Hal Hill & LouAnn Simpson –

Have fun & stay fit!

Gym – NEEDLEWORK – Susan Stobe. Learn how to

make anything with a needle.

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NOON-1:00 P.M. – LUNCH & PROGRAM

Afternoon Classes

1:15 – 2:15 P.M.

Balcony – MAH JONGG – Annie Patterson

Rm. 423-424 – YOGA FOR SENIORS – Barbara Bennett

Rm. 425 – GRANDMA MOSES – (2 hours) – Susan Nevinger

Class limit: 8/Cost: $5 for supplies. (All fees are paid

directly to the teacher.)

Rm. 426 – WATERCOLORS, ACRYLICS – (2 hours) –

Susan Mills – Cost: $30 for supplies that you may need to

purchase.

TUESDAYS

1:30 – 3:30 P.M.

BRIDGE – Orange Park Presbyterian Church –

Shirley Reynolds & Scotty Hood – Reservations required –

Call 269-5665 or 269-7226.

BY APPOINTMENT: ONE ON ONE

BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS

Please see the following page to register,

select classes and sign up for lunch!

RECEIVE A FREE LUNCH

INVITE YOUR FRIENDS TO JOIN YOU AT OUR ADVENTURES IN LEARNING PROGRAM OR INVITE THEM TO LUNCH. YOUR FRIENDS ARE WELCOME TO STAY FOR A DAY FOR FREE AND CHECK OUT THE CLASSES. OF COURSE, WE WOULD NEED A RESERVATION FOR LUNCH. IF YOUR FRIEND JOINS SCOOP, YOU WILL GET A FREE LUNCH!

Thank you to the Teachers, Class Coordinators, Office and Luncheon Volunteers, and the SCOOP Board and Trustees for all their time and talents they have given to make SCOOP such a

successful and warm-hearted organization. Thank you!

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A very special thank you to ALLEGRO, ARBOR TERRACE, COMMUNITY HOSPICE and PALLATIVE CARE OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA, DIAMOND ASSISTED LIVING, HEARTLAND REHABILITATION

SERVICES ORANGE PARK MEDICAL CENTER, SEAGRASS VILLAGE and THE WINDSOR for being major sponsors!

ADVENTURES IN LEARNING

Cross+Road Lutheran Church, 5101 Lakeshore Dr. W., Fleming Island, FL 32003

Thursdays – October 19 – December 14, 2017 (closed, Nov. 23, Thanksgiving)

9:00 A.M.-9:50 A.M.

Entry Room – BEGINNING TAI' CHI GUNG – Carol

Newbern – Integrates mind and body to create balance,

flexibility and calmness.

Rm. 207 – KNITTING – Mary Trammell.

Rm. 208A – WATER COLORS – Kris Lesak

Rm. 209 – ELDER LAW – Mike Jorgenson

10:00 A.M.-10:50 A.M.

Entry Room – CHAIR YOGA – via video

Rm. 207 – CROCHET – Katie Tibbits or workshop

Rm. 208A – WATER COLORS – Kris Lesak

Rm. 209 – FINANCIAL PLANNING WORKSHOP – Dave Fieber,

Edward Jones

11:00 A.M-11:50 A.M.

Entry Room – ZUMBA for SENIORS– Kathie Hedges

Rm. 208A – WATER COLORS (or just paint) – Kris Lesak

Rm. 209 – SMART PHONE INSTRUCTION – I-phone and Android,

Becky Foster & Jen Weatherly, The Allegro

October 26th – lunch will be brought in – purchased from

Clay County Sen. Adv. Council: Pork or Turkey, beans,

coleslaw, roll and tea or water Fee $8

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To register for the Fall 2017 Session by mail, please

send this form in with your class selections. Check the

appropriate registration fee and include your check.

Monday, Tuesday $40.00 ____

Thursday classes only $30.00 ___

All Classes ($10 discount) $60.00 ____

One-Time New Member Fee $25.00 ____

Donation (e.g. $12.50 per quarter = $50 ___________

annually for Golden Years Gala Invitation)

Lunch for entire session - $48 $48.00 ____

Total Amount Enclosed $__________

Please make your check payable to:

The Shepherd’s Center

2105 Park Avenue, Suite 30

Orange Park, FL 32073

Name: _____________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________

City: __________________________ State ____ Zip _______

Email :_____________________________________________

Phone:_____________________________________________

Any changes above? Circle Yes or No

May we e-mail your SCOOP Newsletter? ________

Sign up for Monday October 16 lunch: __________

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INDICATE YOUR CHOICE OF CLASSES:

Monday Classes Tuesday Classes

_____ Ancient Greece & Rome _____ Bridge

_____ Art Appreciation

_____ Blissful Aging Thursday Classes _____ Bridge _____ Chair Yoga

_____ Canasta _____ Crochet

_____ Crochet _____ Elder Law.

_____ Current Events _____ Financial Planning

_____ Elder Law _____ Knitting

_____ Health & Hearing _____ Smart Phone

_____ Jewelry Making _____ Tai Chi Gung (Beg)

_____ Line Dancing _____ Watercolors

_____ Mah Jongg _____ Zumba

_____ Memoirs _____ Lunch on Oct.

_____ Movement/Exercise 26, BBQ, $8 fee

_____ Music Appreciation

_____ Needlework

_____ Safe and Healthy Living

_____ Scrabble

_____ Tai′ Chi Easy

_____ Trivia

_____ Water Colors/Acrylics

_____ Yoga for Seniors

WELCOME TO OUR NEW PARTICIPANTS!

Mable Born Jane Husselton Bertina Myers Donna Richardson John Vye

Lennis DeBartolomeis Joella Manning John O’Connor Marya Rust

Diane Husselton Linda Meekin Pat Osteen Laura Shipp

Gala and Individual Contributors (May 23, 2017 – August 22, 2017)

Diamond ($500+) Emerald ($250+) Sapphire ($50+) Sapphire ($50+) Opal ($25+)

Anonymous Martin & Sherry Patsy Agee Cecelia Shipp Katherine Graber

Rotary Club of Green Miller Lynda Braxton Susan Stobe Maureen Preta

Cove Springs Ruby ($100+) Carolyn Humphrey

Christy Fitzgerald

GOLDEN YEARS GALA SPONSORS 2017

Title Sponsor

Platinum Gold Gold

Club Continental Allegro of Fleming

Island

PUBLIX

SUPERMARKET

CHARITIES INC.

Print Sponsor Clay Eye Physicians

and Surgeons

The Windsor

Florida Times

Union

Orange Park Medical

Center

Thank you for purchasing items in the auction! Rhonda Alnahdy Belinda Ganey Carolyn Nelson Shirley Thomas Mary Ann & Woody

Brenda Antolik Peggy Grantham Susan Nevinger Shirley Trane Witzak

Mary Ann Baugh Travis Granger Gina Perrone Suzanne Tower

Melody & Al Benson Candice Hurley David Quirk Marie Tyre

Lynda Braxton Carolyn Humphrey Mitzi Saul Kathy Vallencourt

JoEtta Clovis Kathy Kamradt Susan Stobe Linda Welzant

Get your flu shot!

Concierge Care and The Shepherd’s Center have partnered with Walgreens to provide an on-

site flu shot clinic! October 16, 10 – noon, 2042 Reed St. The shots will be given in the gym of United Methodist Church, Family Life Center. Cost is $0 with most insurance plans. Bring

your insurance ID card and picture ID. Call Courtney Schmidt at Concierge Care with any questions, 904-861-0196

Remember to like us on FACEBOOK!

Thank You to Orange Park United Methodist Church

Shepherd’s Center of Orange Park (“SCOOP”) would like to thank Orange Park United Methodist Church for their many

years of partnership with our organization. SCOOP exists and continues to grow because of their generosity. Orange Park

United Methodist Church provides the Family Life Center for the “Adventures in Learning” program, saving SCOOP tens of

thousands of dollars. We very much appreciate their commitment to our program, senior adults and this community!

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Sponsoring Businesses

A BIG THANK YOU to the businesses that financially support the Shepherd’s Center of Orange Park!

Heather Carter Admissions Director

MedBridge at Heartland Health Care Center-Orange Park

570 Wells Rd, Orange Park, FL 32073

Office 904-579-2103

Medbridgerehab.com

Michael B. Knapp, BC-HAS, ACA Board Certified Hearing Aid Specialist Audioprosthologist

FREE Hearing Exams! 1482 Park Ave.

Orange Park, FL 32073 www.NewWayHearingAids.com (904) 644-8779

Promote Your Business Here! This newsletter reaches 2,100 senior adults, ages 62-72 in Clay County by direct mail plus 900 newsletters are

distributed to libraries, restaurants, senior centers and communities, etc. Only $150 donations for a business card size ad! Contact Christy at 269-5315 for details. -7-

Mike Jorgensen, JD, LL.M

Office 904.619.8890 Cell 904.994.7231

mjorgensen@seniorcounsellaw.com

www.seniorcounsellaw.com

A nonprofit community service organization for adults 55+ in NE FL.

SHEPHERD’S CENTER OF ORANGE PARK, INC.

2105 Park Avenue, Suite 30 – Orange Park, FL 32073

(904) 269-5315

NON-PROFIT ORG.

US POSTAGE PAID

JACKSONVILLE, FL

PERMIT 584

FALL SESSION: October 16 – December 14, 2017

A VERY BIG THANK YOU TO OUR MAJOR BUSINESS SPONSORS!!

Independent Living/Assisted Living/Memory Care 3651 US Highway 17 Orange Park, FL 32003

To be our guest for lunch, please call 904-278-4442

www.allegroliving.com

PRINT SPONSOR - ST. GILES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Pastor Diane Wilson

116 Foxridge Road, Orange Park, FL 32065

Thank you for your contribution which is instrumental in reaching senior adults!

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