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WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA

On Friday, December 11th members of the island community will gather together to honor veterans during the holiday season as part of the annual Wreaths Across America Program. American Legion Post 257 in Vineyard Haven has volunteered to conduct the ceremony at Oak Grove Cemetery Avenue of Flags directory starting at 11:30 am.

Seven ceremonial wreaths will be placed to remember all soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines who served, honor their sacrifices, and teach our younger generations about the high cost of our freedoms. Specially designated wreaths for the Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Merchant Marine, and POW/MIA will be placed on memorials during a ceremony that will be conducted at over 600 participating locations all across the Country.

December 11th will mark the 23rd anniversary of Maine wreaths being donated and placed on headstones

at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia. 2015 is also the eighth year of the national wreath sponsorship campaign under the guidance of the non-profit WreathsAcrossAmerica.org that will bring the same remembrance wreaths to National and State Veterans cemeteries in all 50 states, veteran monuments, schools, and community centers al across the Nation.

These specially made wreaths are donated by Worcester Wreath Company in Harrington, Maine. All are welcome to this ceremony. Please call 508-693-6887 if you have any questions. You may also go to www.wreathsacrossamerica.org for more information.

The Wreaths Across America mission can be recounted in this simple statement:

Remember –Honor-and TeachRemember the fallenHonor those who served andTeach our children the value of

freedom.

‘The nation which forgets its defenders will soon be forgotten.’ Calvin Coolidge

A monthly newsletter from your local Councils on Aging and the Martha’s Vineyard Center for Living, PO Box 1729, Vineyard Haven, MA 02568, Tel: 508-939-9440.

Edited by Leslie Clapp

December, 2015–Vol. 19, Issue 11

Regional Luncheon Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School

Culinary Arts & Music Departments Culinary Arts Dining Room

December 10 MENUHouse Made Rolls

Garden Salad w/House Dressing

Baked Stuffed Shrimp · Rice Pilaf

A Special Holiday Dessert

Please note: $15 per personCall 508-939-9440 for reservations

A new menu every month prepared by the MVRHS culinary arts students under the expert eye of Chef Instructor Jack O’Malley

Music by the MVRHS String Quartet begins at 11 am Lunch served promptly at 11:30

V e t e r a n s S e r v i c e s Dukes Co. Director of Veterans Services, JoAnn Murphy 508-693-6887

Boston Symphony OrchestraAt Symphony Hall, BostonTisbury Travel Club ticket packages do become available (concert and RT charter motor coach.) Call for upcoming available seating: 11/27, 4/8 & 4/22.Tisbury Travel Club, 508-696-4205.

Falmouth Shopping TripDecember 16Leave on the 8:15 boat, return on the 5:00. Call Up-Island Senior Center, 508-693-2896 for updates and reservations.

Commonwealth MuseumEdward M Kennedy Institute JFK Presidential LibraryVisit one or all. This trip is being rescheduled to May 17, 2016. Tisbury Travel Club, 508-696-4205

Memory CaféThursdays, 10 am to noon

Moving to the American Legion Hall34 William St, Vineyard Haven

Beginning January 7, 2016

The Memory Café will continue at Featherstone’s Pebble Gallery through December 17th. After taking the last couple of weeks in December off we will

reopen on January 7, 2016 at the Legion Hall.For info about the Memory Café and Memory Support Groups:

Nancy Langman 508-498-1948Leslie Clapp 508-939-9440

Leslie Clapp, Director, 508-939-9440 Eileen Murphy, Supervisor, 508-627-0207 Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. 9 am–3 pm

The Supportive Day Program is a professionally run social program for anyone 55 and over who may be at risk if left alone and/or experience social isolation; offering peace of mind and much needed respite for families and caregivers.

Veterans and service members go to www.veterantraining.va.gov/movingforward to start “Moving Forward”

Martha’s Vineyard Center for Living Supportive Day Program

Do you need a break from caregiving?Respite grants available for caregivers of individuals with dementia

Caregiving is a demanding job and no one is equipped to do it alone. Respite care provides short term breaks that can relieve caregiver

stress while the person with dementia or Alzheimer’s continues to receive care in a safe environment.

Respite grants are available for adult day programs, in-home care or short term facility stays. You choose what works best for you.

Hope Dementia & Alzheimer’s Services recognizes how exhausting your caregiving role can be. To learn more or

to apply for a respite grant, call 508-775-5656 or Info@HopeDementia.org.

Martha’s Vineyard Community Services Veterans Outreach Program

The Veterans Outreach Program is part of an expansion of services for veterans at MVCS, made possible by a $75,000 grant from the state

department of veteran services. The mission is to provide a network of resources for Island veterans of all ages, groups and eras, service

members, and their families. The Program includes a Veterans Support Series, in collaboration with

Dukes County Veteran Services with monthly presentations from experts focusing on topics specially designed to meet the needs of Martha’s Vineyard

Veterans and their families. Bill Stafursky is the Veterans Services Coordinator. Bill has called Martha’s

Vineyard home for more than 40 years, where he has been actively involved in the Island community, serving on various town boards. He is also an

experienced veterans mediator, working within the court system to advocate for veterans rights. Bill is a combat veteran who served in Vietnam which

has left him totally and permanently disabled. For information about the Veterans Outreach Program email Bill Stafursky

at bstafursky@mvcommunityservices.com or call 508-693-7900 x223. Join the MV Veterans Facebook group: www.facebook.com/mvvets to learn

about upcoming events, resources and updates.

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Please call to sign up for all programs

Join the Friends of the OBCOA for a Christmas-Holiday Party on Monday, December 21, 2015 between 3-5 pm. There will be raffles, chowder, chili, and refreshments. We look forward to having you.

Friends of OBCOA meeting 12/10, 1:30 pm Become part of the OB team!

Bingo! 12/16, 1-3 pm AND 6-8 pm

OBCOA Board of Directors To Be Announced

Social Security SKYPE Appointments 12/28, 9:00 am-12 pm Call for an appointment.

S.H.I.N.E. (Serving Health Information

Needs of Elders) Call for an appointment.

Morning Coffee and Conversation Daily, 8:30 am

Senior Dining Center Luncheon Tues & Thurs, 12 pm

Men’s and Ladies Luncheon 12/2, 12:00 noon.

A Special Holiday Program! Mrs. Robinson’s 2nd Grade Holiday Caroling Presentation 12/17, 12:30 pm

Threshold Choir 12/7 & 12/21, 1 pm. With Cheryl Burns. No experience required, just the desire to sing and learn!

Animal Companions 12/14, & 12/28

With Karen Ogden. UFO’S – Unfinished Forgotten Objects Fridays, 1-2:30 pm Have a project that you’ve forgotten about? Join us on Friday afternoons!

Outreach, CORE Counseling Services & Emergency List: Contact Gretchen Mayer, Outreach Coordinator Monday through Thursday. From all of us at the OBCOA, safe and happy holidays! The Center will be closed on December 25 for the Christmas holiday.

Please keep in mind that with in snowy and stormy weather, the OBCOA operates on of the same Inclement Weather Schedule as the Oak Bluffs School….if the School is closed, the Council on Aging is closed.

Check Megan Alley’s weekly column in the MV Times Calendar section for updates!

Oak Bluffs Highlights - 508-693-4509 Rose Cogliano, Director Hours: 8:30 am–4 pm

Martha’s Vineyard Museum Presents: “Lois Maillou Jones” 12/14, 1:30-2:30 pm Docent Nancy Cabot will present images of paintings by Lois Maillou Jones. See Noteworthy for details and call for a reservation.

Senior Dining Program Thursdays, 12:30 pm. Reservations required 48 hrs in advance.

Chair Massage with Eclipse Massage Therapy 12/4 & 12/18, 10 am – 2 pm A good massage can do wonders for your mind and body, but a one hour table massage is not always convenient. A Chair massage is a great alternative. $1 per minute. 15, 30, 45, and 60 minutes sessions.

NEW! Scrabble Interested in playing Scrabble with others who enjoy the game? We’d like to start at Scrabble group at Howes House. Thursdays, 1 pm, following lunch. Scrabble boards provided. If interested please call us.

Health Insurance Counseling with SHINE Counselor Joyce Albertine (same person, new name!) Assistance with your health insurance questions.

Outreach Meet confidentially with Ellen Reynolds to learn about community resources available to meet your needs or those of someone you care about. Call for an appointment.

Vineyard Isle Parkinsonians

Support Group 12/14, 10:30 am

Parkinson’s Caregiver Support Group Call Ellen for information.

Dance FREE! Tuesdays, 3-4. No money, no teacher, no instructions. Dance to catchy, funky, rhythmic music.

Medical equipment loans The COA has medical equipment for loan at no charge.

File of Life File of Life is a magnetic card which contains personal medical information and is kept on your refrigerator, accessible to EMT’s should they arrive on an emergency call.

Notary Services Notary services available. Call ahead.

Up-Island Highlights - 508-693-2896 Joyce Bowker, Director, Fax: 508-693-1447 Hours: 8:30 am–4 pm

Don’t forget to check the Service Programs & Support Group Directory, Calendar of Activities, and the Travel News column for more listings. Call in advance for program information and reservations. ...and remember that your Senior Centers are open to anyone, regardless of residence.

Martha’s Vineyard Museum Presents: “Lois Maillou Jones”

Up-Island Senior CenterDecember 14, 1:30-2:30 pmDocent Nancy Cabot will

present images of paintings by Lois Maillou Jones (1905-1998) who once said, “It all really started on this Island.” Jones, a painter, professor, and member of the Harlem Renaissance led a trailblazing artistic career spanning more than 50 years, earning international acclaim at a time when it was nearly impossible for an African American woman to do so. The presentation will focus on work she created on Martha’s Vineyard. Museum Conversation is free with the support of The Martha’s Vineyard Savings Bank Charitable Fund. Please register in advance 508-693-2896

Powerful Tools for Caregivers

Windemere Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Designed to help family caregivers learn to care for themselves while coping with the demands of caregiving.

New session beginning:Mondays, January 4th -

February 8th 2016 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm , no cost to

attendeesTo register call Mary

Holmes at 1-508-862-1933 or mholmes2@partners.org

Sponsored by the Healthy Aging Task Force and funded by a grant from Elder Services of Cape Cod and the Islands.

SHINE NewsMedicare Part D and

PharmaciesFor many Medicare drug plans,

the pharmacy you use could make a big difference in the cost of your medications. All Medicare drug plans and Medicare Advantage plans (HMOs, PPOs) have network pharmacies. If you go to a pharmacy that is not in your plan’s network, your medications will not be covered, and you will pay full retail price. For 2016, 80% of the Medicare drug plans have preferred pharmacies. Using a preferred pharmacy can save money. Check your plan to make sure the pharmacy you currently use will still be the most cost effective in 2016. Most plans have a mail-order program that allows you to get a 90-day supply of your covered prescription drugs sent directly to your home. In some cases, using a preferred pharmacy could end up costing you less than mail order.

Edgartown Highlights - 508-627-4368 Paul Mohair, AdministratorHours: 9 am–4 pm

Please call 508-627-4368 to sign up for all programs.

Check out our newsletter on our website, www.edgartowncoa.com, for more information on all programs.

Lunches Noon $2 Tuesday- Sandwich, soup, dessert} $5 Friday- Entre, soup, dessert

Poetry Reading 12/1, 12:45, our MV Poets Collective members read from their works.

SHINE Appointments With Carl Watt, Bill Glazier, call for appointment

Elder Law with Tom Kosman 12/7, by appointment, starting at 10.

MVRHS Minnesingers Performance 12/8, 12:45. Call for reservations.

Free Fun and Games at MV Boys & Girls Club Join us on 12/9 from 10-12 to walk the gym, shoot hoops, play ping pong, foosball, air hockey, carpet ball, and more!

Anchors Holiday Open House 12/11, 11:30-1:30, Chili Bar.

Senior Fall Feast by the Edgartown Patrolmen’s Association Coming soon! Call for information.

On Display This Month, Dock Street Hookers Shirlee Miller, who has been rug hooking since 1960, began the Dock Street Hookers

at the Anchors in the late ‘90s. Thanks to her inspiration, the group has spent years creating original rugs, pillows, purses, etc. as well as becoming fast friends. The Rug Hookers welcome you to join them at Anchors on any Thursday, 1-3, to learn an easy and rewarding art.

Adele Dreyer Holiday Sing-a-Long Get in the spirit with our lovely Adele, 12/22 during lunch.

Strength Training Class with Lisa Amols Tuesdays, 8:30 am, Thursdays, 3:30 pm. (No classes Dec. 22-Dec. 31.) Be strong, flexible, fit, and happy! First class is FREE. Call Lisa, 508-693-1009 before first class. Punch cards available, $16 walk-ins. Join anytime.

Tisbury Highlights - 508-696-4205 Joyce Stiles-Tucker, Director Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

The Holiday Season PartySunday, 12/13, 2-4pmFestive food, fun and Minnesingers!

Daily LuncheonCall or stop by for menu. Reservations required at least 48 hrs in advance: 508-693-8337.See the Calendar section for TCOA exercise and fitness programs:

Sit & Get FitM/W/F, 10-11am Balance of Power w/ Ray Whitaker3rd Mon, 9-10 am Chair Yoga wTues, 10-11 am Gentle Yoga/Kripalu Thurs, 4-5:15 pmPoetry, Literature, Art & Music:Poetry Group1st Mon, 10 am

Peter H. Luce Play ReadersWeds, 9-12noonProducer: Nora Nevin12/2 - Sweet and Sad, by Richard Nelson12/9 - Body Awareness, by Annie Baker12/16 - Tribes, by Nina Raine12/23 - Seasons Greetings, by Alan Ayckbourn12/30 - Other Desert Cities, by Jon Robin BaitzlWeekly readings and discussionPrincess Poo-Poo-Ly Ukulele PlayersWeds, 1-3 pmPainters Watercolor Group Thurs, 9-11 amCrafts & Cards:Duplicate BridgeMon, 1-4 pmParty Bridge Fri, 1-4 pmKnitting and Conversation

Mon, 9-11 amDiabetes Support Group3rd Mon, 1 pmBlood Pressure Clinic1st Tues, 10 amS.H.I.N.E.(Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone)2nd Thurs, 12-4 pmTisbury Travel ClubDaytrips! Call for information or with suggestions.What would you like to see on our class/events calendar? Do you have a skill that you would like to share? The FRIENDS of the TCOA are seeking new members to help plan special events & fundraisers to support projects not funded by the town budget. Current plans are for new shrubbery and landscaping for the silver anniversary of our senior center.

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Yoga for Seniors UICOAMartha AbbotMon, 11:15 am Fri, 10:30 amKanta LipskyWed. 10:30$10 per classYoga ECOA with Carol Aranzabe Thurs, 8:30 am$80/8 weeks. Drop in $15Primordial Qigong (or wuji) and Tai Chi, ECOA With Nan DotyThurs, 10-11 am (12 wk session)An 800 yr. old practice; Wuji is an easy to learn 15 min form; a joyful and empowering experience. Gentle Yoga/Kripalu TCOAStretch, Strengthen, Breathe, BalanceThurs, 4-5:15 pm

Info/Register, 508-939-4120Chi Gung and Tai Chi, TCOASifu Daisy Taylor Lifton, InstructorThis class will resume next spring.Chair YogaReal yoga with chair supportVirginia Iverson, instructorTuesdays, 10-11 amRegister: 508-696-4205 Qui Gong, UICOAMon. 5 pmWith Allison Parry Gentle Pilates UICOANew winter session starting! Mon., 10 am Toni Cohen, Instructor. $10 per class Got Strength? Strength Training Class with Lisa AmolsTuesdays, 8:30 am; Thursdays, 3:30 pm (no class 12/22 – 12/31)Be strong, flexible, fit, and happy!

First class is FREE. Call Lisa, 508-693-1009 before first class. Punch cards available, $16 walk-ins. Join anytime. Balletics UICOAWed & Fri, 8:15-9:15 amWith Karen Cullinan, 508-693-7730$12 per class. Call instructor for further information. Dancing and Movement, OBCOAFridays, 1:00pm – 2:30pm. A great way to exercise, improve mobility and balance and have fun!Dance FREE! UICOATuesdays, 3-4. No money, no teacher, no instructions. Dance to catchy, funky, rhythmic music.Call 508-693-2896Strength Training UICOA, $8(First class is free)

With Katryn YerdonMon & Wed, 5:30 pmTues & Thurs, 8:30 & 9:30 amSaturdays, 9:00 amCall 508-693-2896 Sit & Get Fit, TCOAMon, Wed, Fri, 10:30 am1hr video using a chair for supportBalance of Power, TCOARay Whitaker, instructor3rd Mon monthly, 9-10 amStrength training, balance $10/class Lunch & Wii Bowling, TCOACall for details and reservations, 508-693-8337Exercise Classes, OBCOAMon., 8:45 am w/Sue CollinsonThurs., 9 am w/Bill WhiteAquatic Exercise ClassMansion House Pool Call Mansion House for info.508-693-7400

Exercise &

Fitness

Painters Group TCOACome paint with us!Thurs., 9-11 amWatercolor Painting with Nancy CabotUICOA, Fridays at 1 pmChair Caning OBCOA, Tues, 9 am

Woodarving OBCOAMon. & Thurs., 9 amRug Hooking ECOA, Thurs, 1 pmMindful Knitting ECOA, Mon, 4-6 pm. Call 508-627-4368Not an instructional groupNeedlework, ECOA, Thurs 2-4

pm Knitting for Hospice, ECOATues., 10 am, Learn to knit and feltKnitting and Conversation, TCOAMon, 9:30 amUFO’s: Unfinished Forgotten

Objects, OBCOAFri, 1-2:30 pmKaren Burke will help you start them again!Call 508-693-4509

Arts &

Crafts

Island-Wide Activities Calendar

Discussion Group, UICOATues., 9:30 amOpen discussion unless otherwise noted. Call 508-693-2896 for discussion topics.Conversations with Bob Iadicicco OBCOA, Fri., 10-11:30 amFriday Morning Conversations, ECOA12/4 & 12/18, 10 amRefreshmentsPeter H. Luce Play Readers Society

TCOAWed’s, 9-12 noonSee Tisbury Highlights for detailsDiscussion follows and listeners always welcomePoetry Readers, TCOA12/7, 10 amFeatured poet James WrightFan Ogilvie, FacillitatorPoetry, Jill Jupen, ECOA Thurs., 9:30 am The Howes House Writers Group, UICOA, Tues, 10 am. New members welcome!

Tisbury Book Club Thurs, 12/17, 1:30 pm “The Aviator’s Wife” by Melanie BenjaminBooks available at the VH library.Book Discussion, UICOAOn hiatus until further noticeCall 508-693-2896 for informationBook Discussion Group Edgartown Public Library, Call Lisa, 508-627-4221 for information.ECOA Men’s Book GroupWith Glenn CarpenterDec date & book TBA, 3 pm

Discuss books on history, travel, nonfiction, real life. Exchange thoughts, ideas, opinions and insights with other knowledgeable readers. Exercise your mind, socialize with friendly people. Refreshments. All welcome. November book TBA.Ukulele Jammin’ TCOAThe Princess Poo-Poo-Ly BandWednesdays, 1-3 pm; Martha Child, instructorBeginners and Practiced. Fun!We play a wide variety of music!

Ideas, Books,

& Plays

You are invited to come see ‘the jewel’ of Martha’s Vineyard – Wildflower Court – a unique residential neighborhood for independent seniors.

We’ll take care of meals, laundry, housekeeping and maintenance for you while you enjoy

your day. We’ve saved you a place at the table.

508-862-1951 • www.windemeremv.org

“It’s the best thing in the world for me here. I can’t speak more

highly. I don’t have to worry about things as if I were at home.”

– Betty, Wildflower Court resident

Mah Jong ECOA, Tues & Fri, 1 pmUICOA, Wed., 1 pmOBCOA, Mon. 1 pmScrabbleOBCOA, Fri. 9 amScrabbleECOA, Fri. 1 pmNew ScrabbleUICOA, Thurs. 1 pmMen’s Cards OBCOA Wed., 9 am

Hand & Foot Card Games OBCOA Tues., 1 pmLadies Cards OBCOA Tues., 1 pmRummy, OBCOATues & Thurs, 1 pmBridge OBCOAWith Sue CollisonTues., 9:30 -11:30 Party Bridge TCOA Fridays, 1-4 pmPlease call for seating,

508-693-3686Learn to Play Bridge TCOADavid Donald, instructorThis class will resume in the springCall 508-696-4205 for informationDuplicate Bridge TCOAMondays, 1-4:30 pmBridge UICOAOn hiatus until JanuaryCribbage OBCOA, Fri., 9 am

Bingo OBCOA, Wed., 12/16, 1-3 pm & 6-8 pmEnjoy Lunch and Wii Bowling!TCOASign up for lunch and bowl afterward!Call 508-696-8337 for details/reservations

Cards &

Games

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Health Promotion

Insurance, Legal,Social

Security

Food Services,

Transport &

Housing

Support Groups &

Counseling

Adult Health Promotion & Blood Pressure ClinicsAquinnah Town Hall 12/22, 2-3 Chilmark Library 12/16, 12:30-1:30Edg Stop & Shop Pharmacy 12/2, 12-2Edg Town Hall 12/9, 9-11 Edg COA, 12/17, 10:30 Oak Bluffs COA 12/1, 12:30-2:30Tisbury COA 12/1, 10-11; Up-Island COA 12/8, 11:30-1:00

Cronig’s 12/10, 1-3Hillside Village 12/2, 10-11Woodside Village, 12/28, 12-1Woodside Village II 12/28, 1:15-2:15Public Health Nurse Clinics: Call your Council on Aging for informationTCOA, 12/10, 9:30-11:30UICOA, 12/23, 1-3 pmVineyard Scripts, Beach Rd. VHHave your blood pressure checked any

day, any time.Hearing Services, call in advance for an appointment.OBCOA: 12/18, Call Rose, 508-693-4509 ext. 3 for aptUICOA: Vineyard AudiologyScreenings & RepairsCall 508-457-9285 for appointmentTCOA: Miracle Ear12/9Call 508-457-9285 to speak to

Audiologist Michelle Harris or to make an appointment. Podiatry & Foot CarePedi-Care w/Michelle LeBlanc, RNCall for an appointment: ½ hour appts, $30OBCOA 12/9, 9 am Call 508-693-4509 x3 ECOA 12/15, 9 am508-627-4368UICOA, 12/28, 9 am508-693-2896

Health Insurance Counseling and Medicaid & MassHealth InfoS.H.I.N.E. ECOA, Call 508-627-4368 for an apt.OBCOA, Call 508-693-4509, x 3 for apt TCOA, Call 508-696-4205 for an apt.UICOA, Call 508-693-2896 for an apt.Wampanoag Tribal Council, 508-645-9265

Vineyard Health Care Access Program, 508-696-0020Elder Law Project:South Coastal Counties Legal Services (Cape & Islands)Tom Kosman, Elder Law Attorney12/7, ECOACall 508-775-7020 OR 1-800-742-4107 for an appointmentFree Legal Clinic 12/16, Elder Law Attorney

Patty MelloSpace limited (Medicaid planning, estate planning, asset protection, wills) Call 508-477-0267 for an appointment. Social Security Video Display Program 12/28, 9:00 am-12 pmMeet with a Social Security Rep via SKYPE in a private office at OB Senior Center

Call 508-693-4509 in advance for an appointment.Social Security Falmouth office, 855-881-0212Veteran’s Services, ECOA12/4, 10:30 am.Call 508-627-4368 for an appointment Funeral Consumers Alliance1-802-865-8300, Information on end of life alternatives

Emergency Food ServicesEmergency Food Pantries: All Senior Centers Monthly distribution, call for date & time.First Baptist Church Parish House “Serving Hands”Williams St. VH, Info at 508-693-5339 Island Food PantryChrist United Methodist ChurchChurch St. VHInfo at 508-693-4764

TransportationVineyard Transit Authority-

508-693-9440.$25 annual senior bus passes available at local Senior Centers.Medivan, 508-693-9440 (VTA)Tuesdays to Boston area medical services, $30 round tripAmerican Cancer Society Road to Recovery 1-800-227-2345, for cancer patients Medical Taxi (Cape Cod medical appointments) Call 508-939-9440Housing and Living Options:Island Elderly Housing, 508-693-5880. Subsidized housing for seniors & disabled.

Windemere Nursing & Rehab, 508-696-6465. Long term care nursing home facility, Medicaid accepted. Havenside Apartments, 508-693-2280 Henrietta Brewer House, 508-693-4500Assisted Living, private pay Longhill, 508-627-7791 Assisted Living, Private pay, Long Term Care Insurance accepted.Vineyard Village at Home (VVAH)Referrals, Transportation & AssistanceWith independent living

Info & to join call 508-693-3038, vineyardvillage@gmail.comMV Center for Living Supportive Day ProgramLeslie Clapp, 508-939-9440 A social program for those needing supervision and socializationRespite for family caregiversCaregiver Homes of MassachusettsIn-home care and care management, income guidelines applyCape & Islands Branch, 774-212-5764www.caregiverhomes.com

CORECounseling, Outreach and Referral for the ElderlyCall the Outreach Worker at the Council on Aging in your town or Joy Ganapol at Island Counseling Center, 508-693-7900 x242Martha’s Vineyard M S Self Help GroupCall 508-693-3193Prostate Cancer Support Group3rd Wednesday, 4 pm M.V. Community Services Bldg. C/Conference Rm 1. Info at www.mvprostatecancer.org Alan Ganapol, Facilitator, 914-318-1477 (mobile)Diabetes Support Group12/21, 1 pm, TCOANutrition & DiabetesWith Nutritionist Josh LevyVineyard Isle Parkinsonians Support Group

12/14, 10:30 amUICOA for Parkinsonians and Caregivers. Call Ellen for details 508-693-2896Parkinson’s Caregivers’ Support GroupUICOA, Call Ellen for details 508-693-2896Memory Support Group Wed, 9:30 & 11 at Featherstone Center for the ArtsFor info call Victoria Haeselbarath, 508-627-4368 x15Caregiver & Educational Support Group Caregiver Support GroupFirst & third Thursdays, 10 am MVCS Island Counseling Center, 508-693-7900Call Allison McKinley x217Cancer Support GroupWednesdays, 12:00, Hebrew Center, Vineyard Haven

Service Programs and Support Group Directory

New Office! 20 Indian Hill Rd, West Tisbury

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Vineyard Audiology is hear to help,

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• Blood Pressure Screening

• Personal Consultations

• Sick Room Supplies

• Prescription Drug Disposal Program

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MON–FRI 9–6, SAT 9–3

Home Delivered Holiday MealIf you will be alone or are unable to go out on Christmas Day, call

your local Council on Aging no later than Fri, December 18th to have a holiday meal delivered to your door on Christmas Day. The meal is

prepared at Martha’s Vineyard Hospital and delivered by volunteers in an oven/microwave safe container for you to heat at your convenience.

If you would like a meal or could volunteer to deliver meals call your COA:

Edgartown 508-627-4368 · Oak Bluffs 508-693-4509

Tisbury 508-696-4205 · Up-Island 508-693-2896