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(207) 626.7777 or [TTY] 1.800.464.8703 22 Town Farm Road, Hallowell, ME Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.— 4:00 p.m. Spectrum Generaons is the Central Maine Area Agency on Aging. Our mission is to promote the life-long learning, health, wellness, nutrion, community engagement, and social well-being of all older and disabled adults. We acvely engage the people of central Maine, across the enre generaonal spectrum, in redefining how older and disabled adults live healthy, socially enjoyable and independent lives. We invite you to connect with us in various ways: @SpectrumGen spectrumgeneraons www.SpectrumGeneraons.org (207) 622-9212 Upcoming Events COHEN N E W S L E T T E R October 2019 Participating downtown shops include: Berry & Berry | Boynton’s Market | Cohen on the Meadows El Oso Gift Shop | Eclectic Sweets, Treats & Treasures Forbidden Fruit Gallery | Hallowell Antique Mall | Hallowell Clay Works Homegrown Healthcare | Jack B. Turner Jewelers | Joyce’s | Juiced. The Liberal Cup | Loyal Biscuit Company | Lucky Garden The Quarry Tap Room | Riley’s Re-find Designs Scrummy Afters Candy Shoppe | Slates Traverse Coffee Co. | WhipperSnappers Quilt Studio Thanks to the Hallowell Area Board of Trade for being our event sponsor! All Spectrum Generations’ locations will be closed on Monday, October 14 2nd Annual Pie Crawl Discussion Series Thursday, October 10, 9:30—10:30 a.m. Cohen Community Center Sally Lobkowicz, Director of Red Cloak Haunted History Tours, has always had a love for history. As a researcher specializing in genealogy and history, Sally shared her knowledge with the towns of midcoast Maine, where she combined her unique story-telling style and period dress from the 1800’s (her trademark red cloak), to become “The Lady in the Red Cloak.” Join Sally on Thursday, October 10, for a haunted and lively discussion on the history of Hallowell. For reservations contact the Cohen Community Center at (207) 626-7777 Purchase your raffle tickets for a chance to win this beautiful piece of art! This bench was handcrafted by one of our volunteers and donated to the Cohen Community Center to be used as a raffle for our 2 nd Annual Pie Crawl. 1 ticket for $1.00 6 tickets for $5.00 Tickets can be purchased at the Cohen Community Center, or at the check-in stations on October 19 during the Pie Crawl. The winning ticket will be drawn on October 21, 2019. You do not need to be present to win! Participate in our Focus Group! Come share your thoughts about what it is like to stay in your own home; let us know what services are available to you in the area and what you would like to see. Friday, October 18, 2019 10:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. at People Plus in Brunswick Registration is required—Lunch is included! Please register by calling Jennifer Russell at (207) 620-1186, or email at [email protected] Join us on October 19 for the 2nd Annual Pie Crawl Enjoy sweet & savory pie samples from some of your favorite downtown shops. Call the Cohen Community Center at (207) 626-7777 for information on purchasing tickets! $15 per ticket Tickets should be purchased in advance. FREE St. John’s Community Center 43 Pleasant Street, Brunswick Grand Opening Celebraon November 22, 4:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. Event Dates November 23, 24, 29, and 30 10:00 a.m.—6:00 p.m. December 1 10:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m. Spectrum Generations is proud to partner with People Plus to bring you the 2019 People Plus Senior Health Expo at the Cook’s Mall in Brunswick on October 10, from 9:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m. Stop by the Spectrum Generations tables and learn more about the services we provide! Hope to see you there!
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(207) 626.7777 or [TTY] 1.800.464.8703
22 Town Farm Road, Hallowell, ME
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.— 4:00 p.m.
Spectrum Generations is the Central Maine Area Agency on Aging. Our mission is to promote the life-long learning, health,
wellness, nutrition, community engagement, and social well-being of all older and disabled adults. We actively engage the people
of central Maine, across the entire generational spectrum, in redefining how older and disabled adults live healthy, socially
enjoyable and independent lives. We invite you to connect with us in various ways:
@SpectrumGen spectrumgenerations www.SpectrumGenerations.org (207) 622-9212
Upcoming Events
COHEN N E W S L E T T E R
October 2019
Participating downtown shops include:
Berry & Berry | Boynton’s Market | Cohen on the Meadows El Oso Gift Shop | Eclectic Sweets, Treats & Treasures
Forbidden Fruit Gallery | Hallowell Antique Mall | Hallowell Clay Works Homegrown Healthcare | Jack B. Turner Jewelers | Joyce’s | Juiced.
The Liberal Cup | Loyal Biscuit Company | Lucky Garden The Quarry Tap Room | Riley’s Re-find Designs
Scrummy Afters Candy Shoppe | Slates Traverse Coffee Co. | WhipperSnappers Quilt Studio
Thanks to the Hallowell Area Board of Trade for being our event sponsor!
All Spectrum Generations’
locations will be closed on Monday,
October 14
2nd Annual Pie Crawl
Discussion Series
Thursday, October 10, 9:30—10:30 a.m. Cohen Community Center
Sally Lobkowicz, Director of Red Cloak Haunted History Tours, has always had a love for history.
As a researcher specializing in genealogy and history, Sally shared her knowledge with the towns of midcoast Maine, where she combined her unique story-telling style and period dress from the 1800’s (her trademark red cloak), to become “The Lady in the Red Cloak.”
Join Sally on Thursday, October 10, for a haunted and lively discussion on the history of Hallowell.
For reservations contact the Cohen Community Center at (207) 626-7777
Purchase your raffle tickets for a chance to win this beautiful piece of art! This bench was
handcrafted by one of our volunteers and donated to the Cohen Community Center to be used as
a raffle for our 2nd Annual Pie Crawl.
1 ticket for $1.00
6 tickets for $5.00
Tickets can be purchased at the Cohen Community Center, or at the
check-in stations on October 19 during the Pie Crawl. The winning ticket will be drawn on October 21, 2019.
You do not need to be present to win!
Participate in our Focus Group!
Come share your thoughts about what it is like to stay in your own home; let us know what services are available to you in the area and what you would like to see.
Friday, October 18, 2019 10:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. at People Plus in Brunswick
Registration is required—Lunch is included!
Please register by calling Jennifer Russell at (207) 620-1186, or email at [email protected]
Join us on October 19 for the 2nd Annual Pie Crawl
Enjoy sweet & savory pie samples from some of your favorite downtown shops.
Call the Cohen Community Center at (207) 626-7777 for information on purchasing tickets!
$15 per ticket Tickets should be purchased in advance.
FREE
St. John’s Community Center
43 Pleasant Street, Brunswick
Grand Opening Celebration
November 22, 4:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m.
Event Dates
November 23, 24, 29, and 30
10:00 a.m.—6:00 p.m.
December 1
10:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m.
Spectrum Generations is proud to partner with
People Plus to bring you the 2019 People Plus
Senior Health Expo at the Cook’s Mall in
Brunswick on October 10, from 9:00 a.m.—1:00 p.m.
Stop by the Spectrum Generations tables and learn more about the services we provide!
Hope to see you there!
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Spectrum Generations is an Equal Opportunity Provider—call our Helpline at 1-800-639-1553 Please let us know if you require special accommodations at least two weeks prior to an event.
Friends of Cohen Monthly group meeting. October 1, 9:30 a.m.
Ask the Financial Planner October 8, 10:00—11:00 a.m.
FREE 15-minute consultation on financial planning. Appointments required.
Tarot Readings Friday, October 4, 1:00—4:00pm
Sit down with Jeannie Sullivan from HeartFelt Energies for an intuitive reading. $35 for a 20 minute session.
Book Discussion Group October 4 and 18, 12:30 p.m.
Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet $1 donation suggested. All are welcome!
Ask the Lawyer October 9 and October 23, 9:00—11:00 a.m.
FREE 20-minute consultation on estates, wills, trusts, elder law, and power
of attorney. Appointments required.
“Remember Me” Spirit Readings Friday, October 11 and 25, 1:00—4:00 p.m.
Medium Francine McEwen. Appointments required. No walk-ins. $25 for a 30-minute session.
Cell Phone Class October 24, 10:00 a.m.
Cribbage: Partner Games Mondays, 1:00—4:00 p.m. Fee: $3.
Contract Bridge Wednesdays and Thursdays
1:00—4:00 p.m. Fee: $3.
Knitting/Crocheting Tuesdays, 1:00—3:30 p.m.
Bring your own supplies. Fee: $3.
Mahjong Mondays and Wednesdays, 12:30—3:00 p.m. Fee: $3.
Mexican Train Dominoes Mondays, 1:00—4:00 p.m. Fee: $3.
Rug Hooking Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m. Fee: $3.
Wood Carving Tuesdays, 12:45—2:45 p.m. Fee: $3.
October Events & Activities at Cohen Community Center Blood Pressure Screening
Monday, October 7, 12:00 p.m. This free screening is offered monthly by experts from Walgreens Pharmacy. Walk-ins welcome!
Family Caregiver Support Group Tuesday, October 8, 12:00 p.m.
This support group is specifically designed to be both an educational and supportive tool for
navigating your way through the journey of being a caregiver.
Mystic Soul—Foot Reflexology Wednesday, October 9, 9:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m.
Catherine Lacombe will help with your circulation and keeping your body systems in sync.
Book your appointment today! $11 for a 15 minute session, $22 for 30 minutes.
Medicare 101 Sessions New to Medicare? Choosing a Medicare drug and health plan can be difficult and confusing. In this
Medicare 101 class you will be provided information regarding Medicare, Medicare drug coverage, Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare
Supplements, and tips on how you can save money and avoid penalties.
Thursday, October 10, 1:00—3:00 p.m. Monday, October 28, 8:30—10:30 a.m.
Call 626-7777 to register. $15 suggested donation.
Greater Augusta AARP Chapter 511 Wednesday, October 23 10:00 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
Subject: Christmas Auction—get a bargain and help the needy!
Contact Johan Brown at (207) 592-1355 with questions.
TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Fridays, 9:00—10:00 a.m.
Weight loss support group, Weekly fees: $3, Yearly dues to TOPS: $32.
First visit is free!
Cohen Community Center, 22 Town Farm Rd, Hallowell. Call 626-7777 to make appointments when required.
Need help with Medicare?
October 15 through December 7 is the open
enrollment period for Medicare Advantage and Medicare prescription drug coverage.
Spectrum Generations’ Aging and Disability Resource Counselors can help you understand your options and help you chose which plan is
right for you. If you live in the southern Kennebec County area, contact Brooke at (207) 620-1191, or [email protected] to make an
appointment for a one-on-one meeting. If you live outside of that area, call Spectrum Generations’
Consumer Helpline at 1-800-639-1553 to get help at the center closest to you.
Celebrate with us by dressing-up in your best costume for
HALLOWEEN Thursday, October 31
October News from
Today, an ever-increasing number of people are living longer with chronic pain, or multiple chronic conditions. Did you know that research has proven that people with chronic
conditions can learn skills to effectively manage their illness and improve their health?
Healthy Living for ME is committed to improving health and wellness in communities across Maine. Our network delivers programs to help adults manage chronic health
conditions, prevent falls, and foster overall health and well-being.
If you are coping with high blood pressure, heart disease, COPD, arthritis, diabetes or other chronic conditions, Healthy Living for ME can support your efforts to live a full and
independent life. For a statewide calendar of upcoming events, visit healthylivingforme.org or call 1-800-620-6036 to speak with a team member.
Living Well with Diabetes
This program is designed to help people with type 2 diabetes learn techniques to deal with the symptoms of diabetes, fatigue, pain, hyper and
hypoglycemia, stress, depression, anger, fear, and frustration. You will learn techniques for: appropriate
exercise to maintain strength and endurance, healthy eating, medication administration, and
working with healthcare providers.
Location: Gardiner Adult Education 40 West Hill Road, Gardiner Tuesdays, 3:00—5:30 p.m. October 8—November 15
Living Well with Chronic Pain
This program is designed for people who have a diagnosis of chronic pain and offers techniques to deal with frustration, fatigue, isolation, and poor sleep; appropriate exercise for maintaining and
improving strength, appropriate use of medications, communicating effectively with family, friends and health professionals, nutrition, pacing activity and
rest, and how to evaluate new treatments.
Location: Margaret Chase Smith House 7 Ridge Road, Augusta
Tuesdays, 1:00—3:30 p.m. November 12—December 17
mailto:[email protected]://healthylivingforme.org/
