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Cohasset VISTA January 2021

Cohasset Elder Affairs

Willcutt Commons

Services, Programs and Activities for Seniors and their Families

Like us on Facebook: Cohasset Elder Affairs

Mission Statement: To offer outstanding programs and services that provide for the physical, social and emotional

needs of our older adults by assisting them to lead independent, stimulating and self-reliant lives as members of the

community.

In continuing pandemic fashion, Cohasset Elder Affairs held a drive by Holiday Festival on December 8. Partici-

pants were encouraged to drop off a donation for Toy’s for Tots. In return, they received a bag of holiday goodies

baked in the Willcutt Commons commercial kitchen. Pictures clockwise from top left: Bags of holiday treats

lined the tables in the Willcutt dining room. Senator Patrick O’Connor joined the staff during the Toys for Tot’s

Drive. Staff members dressed in seasonal outfits posed with Senator O’Connor. While the building is still closed

to the public, a line of stockings hung by the fire at Willcutt provides a morale booster to the CEA staff.�

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Cohasset Elder

Affairs

Board of Directors

Tana Carlson, Chair

Diana Karcher, Vice Chair

Elinore Barrett, Secretary

Elaine Coyne, Treasurer

Jim Carpenter

Rich Hynes

Paul Kierce

Taffy Nothnagle

Sue Reagan

Associate Members

Sarah Livermore

Jim Murphy

Beth Tarpey

Liaisons to Board of

Directors

Diane Kennedy

Helene Lieb

Kevin McCarthy

Ed Mulvey

Karen Oronte

Chief Robert Silvia

Sgt. Jeffrey Treanor

Cohasset Elder Affairs

Staff

Nancy Lafauce,

Director

Diane Picot,

Assistant Director, Out-

reach and Program

Coordinator

Liza C. Salerno,

Services Coordinator

Richard Gibbons,

Administrative Assistant

Siobhan Lynch,

Services Assistant

Stephanie Saunders

Social Worker

Nettie Nuttle,

Program Assistant

Gerard Buckley,

Van Driver

Fred Huntwork,

Van Driver

Steve Glenzel

Van Driver

Greetings,

Well, we made it to 2021! The month of January brings with it hopes and expecta-

tions for an improved year. Just like many of you, here at Willcutt Commons, we’ve

made a few New Year’s resolutions.

Every year, we review our Elder Affairs mission statement:

To offer outstanding programs and services that provide for the physical, social and emotional needs of our

older adults by assisting them to lead independent, stimulating and self-reliant lives as members of the

community.

As we look forward, we develop plans and objectives designed to support this mission. Our goals

over 2021 and beyond are to:

Grow our use of technology to reach out to older adults by creating our own dedicated

webpage, providing “on-demand“ programming, and by increasing our online and social media

presence.

Advance our marketing capabilities to reach more isolated and vulnerable older adults as well

as to increase visibility to newly minted seniors, with programming that appeals to all.

Expand programming by offering more adult learning programs, making programming availa-

ble outside of normal business hours, and by continuing to use Zoom beyond the pandemic, as

applicable.

Increase the use of Willcutt Commons by exploring an adaptation of the living room lounge

into a conversation-friendly cafe area. We’d like to create a casual space that will help to build ca-

maraderie, strengthen friendships, and reduce isolation. While our current living room is lovely,

we envision a place where folks are comfortable sitting in groups sharing coffee and conversation

throughout the day, where anyone can pull up a chair and enjoy reading a book or a newspaper.

Pursue National Accreditation by joining the 3% of Senior Centers in the country who attain

accreditation with guidance from the National Councils on Aging (NCOA). This will ensure our

policies and procedures meet the highest standards and our programs and services are delivered in

the most effective and efficient way.

As you may imagine, we have a lot of work ahead of us! While these goals may be lofty, I’m sure

you’ll agree they’re worthwhile. I encourage your input and feedback. We will be looking for com-

mittee members to join with us to help attain these goals as we focus on surpassing the current

high standards of our center, while making Willcutt Commons a home-away-from-home for older

citizens in our town.

I wish you all a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year!

Live, Laugh and Learn at Willcutt Commons,

Nancy Lafauce, Director

Happy January Birthdays to our Volunteers!

For yard work, light housecleaning and small jobs, call LAUNCH, a division of South

Shore Support Services -781-383-0902/781-740-1206.Free estimates, reasonable rates.

Liz Kondrat—11th

Liz Murphy—13th

Sue Reagan—17th

Nino D’Urso—20th

Mary McLaughlin—21st

Ken Roth—23rd

Jack McNamara—27th

Elaine Coyne—28th

Thank you for all you do for Cohasset Elder Affairs!

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HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM EMAIL AND TEXTING PHISHING ATTACKS

Computer scams continue to increase. Even if you use security software, questionable emails and text mes-

sages may come through and some of them look very realistic! Here are some tips for protecting yourself:

�� Do not open any messages that come from an unfamiliar source. If you open a suspicious message, de-

lete it. Do not click on links or call numbers provided in the message. Be wary of opening attachments.

�� Delete email and text messages that ask you to confirm or provide personal information (credit card and bank ac-

count numbers, passwords, etc.). Legitimate companies do not ask for this information via email or text.

�� If you are concerned about your account or need to reach an organization that you do business with, call the num-

ber on your financial statements or on the back of your credit card. Do not call the telephone number that the call-

er or spoof provides you!

�� If you think you might have downloaded malware from a scam tech support site, do not panic. Update or down-

load legitimate security software and scan your computer. Change any passwords you may have given out. If you

use those passwords for other accounts, change those too. If you paid for a bogus service with a credit card, dis-

pute the transactions with your credit card provider. Check your statements for any other charges you did not

make and dispute those as well.

SOUTH SHORE COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL FUEL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

The fuel assistance program for our area is administered by South Shore Community Action Council. The program

provides low income households with help paying their heating bills and runs from November 1, 2020 through April

30, 2021.

Eligibility is based on gross income, household size and vulnerability to heating costs (see chart below). Fuel assistance

can help with the cost of your primary heat source. In addition, if you live in nonsubsidized housing and heat is not

included in your rent, you may receive assistance for a portion of the rent. Please call Diane Picot for confidential as-

sistance with the application process at 781-383-9112.

More outreach information on page 8

OUTREACH NEWS FROM DIANE

Information about Services & Benefits/Personal Advocacy/Office and Home Visits

Diane Picot, Assistant Director, Outreach Coordinator

781-383-9112~ [email protected]

Are you interested in being added to our email list? We’ll update you on upcoming activities and send links

to the online version of this newsletter. If yes, please contact Diane Picot at [email protected] or call

781-383-9112.

Household Size Max. Gross Annual Income

Family of 1 $39,105

Family of 2 $51,137

Family of 3 $63,169

Family of 4 $75,201

Family of 5 $87,233

Family of 6 $99,265

Family of 7 $101,521

Family of 8 $103,777

PROPERTY TAX DEFERRAL PROGRAM

Many retired homeowners feel house-rich and income-poor. Property taxes constitute a serious financial burden,

which can even force the sale of the home. Cohasset offers a tax deferral program, which enables owners to defer

payment of up to 100% of annual property taxes. Deferred taxes accumulate with simple interest at 4% as a lien on

the property until it is sold or upon the death of the owner. The total amount of such taxes due, plus interest, shall

not exceed 50% of the owner’s proportional share of the full and fair cash value of such real property. Please check

with the Cohasset Assessor’s office regarding eligibility. 781-383-4100.

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ART MATTERS (TWO PROGRAMS), available for view-

ing January 5-January 30. HENRI MATISSE: a world of color,

enjoyment, and peace. Matisse's world has a "calming influence

on the mind, like a good armchair." Join us for a vacation from

stress, into the sanctuary of Matisse's World. ANCIENT CIV-

ILIZATIONS: Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and the Roman

Empire all contributed to the foundation of our civilization,

including writing, government, law, institutionalized religion,

and the spread of advanced culture. RSVP by Monday, Janu-

ary 4, by calling 781-383-9112. Mail check payable to Cohasset

Elder Affairs, Willcutt Commons 91 Sohier Street, Cohasset,

MA 02025 or register via www.myactivecenter.com. You must

provide a valid email to register for this course. Two classes $5.

INTRODUCTION TO ISLAM, VIA ZOOM, Wednes-

days, January 6-February 10, 10:30–12:00 pm. Practicing Mus-

lim and Scituate resident Junaid Yasin returns by popular de-

mand. Topics will include: Overview, Historical Perspectives,

Religion and Culture, The Holy Quran and Quranic law, Wom-

en in Islam, Conflicts between the Muslim World and Europe-

an & American Powers. Participants should gain an under-

standing of the religion practiced by the majority of historical

and current Muslims worldwide. Reservations required by

Monday, January 4. Register on-line at

www.myactivecenter.com, or call 781-383-9112. You must

provide a valid email to register for this course. FREE.

ELEMENTS OF COHASSET HISTORY- EARLY CO-

HASSET STORMS 1630-1870. Tuesdays, January 12-

February 16. Bob Jackman will identify the impact of major

storms on Cohasset from 1630 through the end of the nine-

teenth century. Using historical documents, he'll discuss effects

on residents, structures, shipping and fishing, the impact be-

yond Cohasset, as well as salvage operations. Participants will

receive an email with a YouTube link the morning of each ses-

sion, available for viewing for 48 hours. RSVP by Monday,

January 11. Register and pay on-line via

ww.myactivecenter.com. or by calling 781-383-9112. $25.

ORGANIZING, DECLUTTERING, AND DOWNSIZ-

ING, VIA ZOOM, Tuesday, January 19, 2:30 pm-3:30 pm.

Realtor Wendy Oleksiak will discuss knowing where to start

when you are downsizing or rightsizing. She’ll offer tips for

planning, organizing, packing, cleaning, and paperwork by

breaking it down into small segments. Reservations are re-

quired by Monday, January 18. Register via

www.myactivecenter.com, or call 781-383-9112. You must

provide a valid email to register for this course.

ZOOM CAFÉ' WITH SPECIAL GUEST, January 25, 9:30

–11:00 am. Covid may have halted our in-person Monday

morning coffee social, but we are still here and would love to

see you. January Guest: a representative from Senator

O'Connor's office will join us to say hello and answer

questions about current events. Call us at 781-383-9112 or

use the following link to join:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87933838542?

pwd=S0N3VkhUSUFBcTVxMzZYUlI2THFXQT09

PATHWAYS TOWARD RESILIENCY, VIA ZOOM,

Neuro-science and Brain-Body Connections. Tuesday, January

26, 11:00 am-12:00 pm. Learn simple, research-based ways to

build neuroplasticity (the brain's ability to adapt to changes by

forming new neural connections over time) through move-

ment, breathwork, and meditation. Social worker, Stephanie

Saunders, and yoga therapist, Amy Di Lillo, will share healthy

habits. Topics will be include COVID-19 Stress Syndrome and

effects on body and mind and the body-mind connection be-

tween aging and dementia. Reservations are required by Friday,

January 22. Register via www.myactivecenter.com, or call 781-

383-9112. You must provide a valid email to register for this

course. FREE.

CALLING ALL KNITTERS AND HANDCRAFTERS,

Mondays, 12:30-1:30. Call in and join fellow knitters and hand-

crafters for some friendly conference-call conversation while

working on your project. We miss having you here at Willcutt

Commons, and we know you miss each other! Join us by call-

ing 1-888-788-0099. Punch in on your telephone key-

pad Meeting i.d. 82244419985 and then hit #. Call 781-383-

9112 with questions. No registration required. FREE.

MEN'S GROUP, VIA ZOOM, Thursdays, 9:00 am. Join us

via Zoom to discuss issues in and around town and national

events and interests. RSVP at 781-383-9112 and register to

receive the Zoom link or the call-in telephone number. FREE

CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP, third Wednesday of the

month from 12:00–1:00 pm via Zoom or by phone. Presented

by Scituate COA. Led by facilitator and Licensed Social Work-

er, Suzanne Otte. To sign up, call Jenny Gerbis at 781-545-

8873. Newcomers are welcome to begin at any time. FREE.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP, GRIEVE NOT ALONE, via

Zoom or call in by phone. Mondays from 3:00–4:30 pm. Pre-

sented by the Scituate COA. Trying to navigate your way

through a profound loss is very challenging and difficult. Open

to all. Contact Lisa Thornton, Scituate Senior Center at 781-

545-8875, to register. FREE

CEA ONLINE FITNESS/SOCIAL AND EDUCATION SCHEDULE

The following programs/events are on the Zoom platform unless otherwise noted.

Register and pay online at MYACTIVECENTER.com or call 781-383-9112.

ZOOM EXERCISE CLASSES:

GENTLE YOGA Tuesdays, 9:30 am

CHAIR YOGA Wednesdays, 10:30 am

GENTLE YOGA/FUSION Thursdays, 9:00 am

SENIORS GOT STRENGTH Mondays, 11:00 am

SENIORS GOT STRENGTH Thursdays 10:45 am

PILATES Fridays, 9:30 am

No exercise classes 1/1/, 1/18.

Please mail payment to Cohasset Elder Affairs, Willcutt Com-

mons 91 Sohier Street., Cohasset, MA 02025. You may also

register and pay on-line via My Active Center,

www.myactivecenter.com, $5 per class.

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Tax deductible donations to the Friends of Cohasset Elder Af-

fairs help to fund educational, social and exercise programs as

well as outreach activities and supplies for Cohasset Elder Af-

fairs.

Name:______________________________________

Address_____________________________________

City/Town/Zip________________________________

Telephone:_______________ Email:______________

$25 $50 $75 $100 $125 $150 Other ___

Donation in memory/honor of: (circle one)

___________________________________

___________________________________

Name(s)

Please make checks payable to:

The Friends of Cohasset Elder Affairs

91 Sohier Street

Cohasset, MA 02025

If you are a Cohasset resident, check if you would like to receive

a mailed copy of VISTA: ____

Outside Cohasset, or if you would prefer to read your newsletter

online, it can be found at:

https://www.cohassetma.org/170/VISTA-Newsletter or

Email [email protected] if you want a copy emailed monthly.

SHINE & COVID TRANSPORT

FRIENDS of COHASSET ELDERS

SHINE APPOINTMENTS, Serving the Health

Insurance Needs for Everyone. Appointments available

remotely with SHINE COUNSELOR, Lynne Buck-

ley. Please call 781-383-9112 to schedule.

TRANSPORTATION DURING COVID

Cohasset Elder Affairs will provide limited medical

transportation (to essential appointments only,

within 15 miles of Cohasset) to eligible residents

under the following guidelines:

�� Prior to calling us, please contact your provider

to be sure you need an office visit.

�� ALL requests for medical transportation must be

scheduled NO LESS THAN one week in ad-

vance of the appointment.

�� Pick ups will be Tues-Thus between 9-2:30 and

Fri: 9-11:30, pending driver availability. Please

schedule your appointments between these

times. Transportation will not be available on

Mondays.

�� Riders will be asked prescreening questions at the

time the ride is scheduled (if within 14 days of the

appointment), again 24-hours before, and on the

day of the ride, prior to pick up time. If we are un-

able to reach you by phone on the day of the

ride, we will be unable to transport you.

�� A rider who is not feeling well or who has a house-

hold member not feeling well, has been in contact

with someone who has tested positive, is running a

temperature or responds positively to questions that

may indicate a possible exposure to COVID-19 or

has tested positive for COVID-19 will not be al-

lowed to ride the van.

�� Riders will be directed to a seat socially-distanced

from the driver and must remain seated at all times

until the driver gives permission to exit the van.

�� Riders and drivers MUST wear face coverings at all

times. Masks must cover nose and mouth. In

addition, passengers will be required to wear a

shield provided by CEA.

ADDITIONAL TRANSPORTATION

RESOURCES

MassHealth—1-800-841-2900

Medical transportation for individuals approved for

Medicaid (MassHealth)

The Ride (MBTA)—call 617-337-2727, or email

[email protected] to schedule an eligibility phone

interview.

THANK YOU FROM THE FRIENDS

Martha Magnuson

Letitia & Rob Jordan

Jean M. Alexander

Elizabeth & Gordon Stevenson in honor to the

CEA staff !

Patricia Laugelle in memory of Peter Laugelle

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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY

Henri Matisse & Ancient Civilizations

These on-line presentations will be available starting Tuesday January 5th

through Sunday January 31st. RSVP by Monday January 4, 2021 for online

link. Please call 781

(4)

9:30 – Food Pantry Deliveries

11:00-12:00—Seniors Got Strength (ZOOM)

12:30-1:30 – Knitters & Handcrafters (ZOOM)

3:00-4:30 – “Grieve Not Alone” – Grief Support

Group (ZOOM )

(5)

9:30-10:30 – Gentle Yoga ( ZOOM )

9:30-11:00—Grab and Go Breakfast & Lunch

Deliveries

YouTube ArtMatters program begins:

Henri Matisse & Ancient Civilizations

*program runs until 1/31 – register with CEA to

watch through online link!

(6)

9:30-11:00—Grab and Go Breakfast and

10:30-11:30 – Gentle Chair Yoga

10:30-12:00 Introduction to Islam (6

(11)

9:30 – Food Pantry Deliveries

11:00-12:00—Seniors Got Strength (ZOOM)

12:30-1:30 – Knitters & Handcrafters (ZOOM)

3:00-4:30 – “Grieve Not Alone” – Grief Support

Group (ZOOM )

(12)

9:30-10:30 – Gentle Yoga (ZOOM)

9:30-11:00—Grab and Go Breakfast & Lunch

Deliveries

1:00 p.m. – Elements of Cohasset History:

Early Cohasset Storms to 1870

(6-week course—YouTube)

(13)

9:30-11:00—Grab and Go Breakfast and

10:30-11:30 – Gentle Chair Yoga

10:30-12:00 Introduction to Islam (6

(18)

CEA Offices Closed

(19)

9:30-10:30 – Gentle Yoga (ZOOM)

9:30-11:00—Grab and Go Breakfast & Lunch

Deliveries

1:00 p.m. – Elements of Cohasset History:

Early Cohasset Storms to 1870

(6-week course—YouTube )

2:30-3:30 – Organizing, Decluttering &

Downsizing (ZOOM)

(20)

9:30-11:00—Grab and Go Breakfast and

10:30-11:30 – Gentle Chair Yoga

10:30-12:00 Introduction to Islam (6

12:00-1:00 – Caregiver Support Group, Scituate COA (ZOOM)

(25)

9:30 – Food Pantry Deliveries

9:30 – ZOOM Cohasset Café with Special Guest

from Senator Patrick O’Connor’s Office

11:00-12:00—Seniors Got Strength (ZOOM)

12:30-1:30 – Knitters & Handcrafters (ZOOM)

3:00-4:30 – “Grieve Not Alone” – Grief Support

Group, Scituate COA (ZOOM)

(26)

9:30-10:30 – Gentle Yoga (ZOOM)

9:30-11:00—Grab and Go Breakfast & Lunch

Deliveries

1:00 p.m. – Elements of Cohasset History:

Early Cohasset Storms to 1870

(6-week course—YouTube)

(27)

9:30-11:00—Grab and Go Breakfast and

10:30-11:30 – Gentle Chair Yoga

10:30-12:00 Introduction to Islam (ZOOM)

COHASSET ELDER AFFAIRS

Office Hours are:

Mondays – 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Tuesdays – 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Wednesdays – 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Thursdays – 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Fridays – 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

LET US PLACE YOUR AD HERE.

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WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

Henri Matisse & Ancient Civilizations

line presentations will be available starting Tuesday January 5th

through Sunday January 31st. RSVP by Monday January 4, 2021 for online

link. Please call 781-383-9112

COMING IN FEBRUAY 2021

February 2

nd

– 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Virtual Intergenerational Game Night “Trivial

Pursuit”

February 19

th

– 1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.

ZOOM with Blooms – “Hearts and Flowers”

(1)

From Cohasset Elder Affairs!

CEA Offices Closed

Grab and Go Breakfast and Lunch Deliveries

Gentle Chair Yoga (ZOOM)

12:00 Introduction to Islam (6-week course ZOOM)

(7)

9:00-11:00 – Men’s Group (ZOOM)

9:00-10:00 – Gentle Yoga Fusion & Meditation

(ZOOM)

9:30-11:00—Grab and Go Breakfast and Lunch

Deliveries

10:45-11:45—Seniors Got Strength (ZOOM)

1:00 – Learn to play the Ukulele (ZOOM)

(8)

Friday’s meal is provided by Cohasset

Senior Concierge powered by the

LAUNCH program.

9:30 a.m. – Pilates (ZOOM)

Grab and Go Breakfast and Lunch Deliveries

Gentle Chair Yoga (ZOOM)

12:00 Introduction to Islam (6-week course ZOOM)

(14)

9:00-11:00 – Men’s Group (ZOOM)

9:00-10:00 – Gentle Yoga Fusion & Meditation

(ZOOM)

9:30-11:00—Grab and Go Breakfast and Lunch

Deliveries

10:45-11:45—Seniors Got Strength (ZOOM )

1:00 – Learn to play the Ukulele (ZOOM)

(15)

Saint Stephen’s Church Soup Deliveries

9:30 a.m. – Pilates (ZOOM)

Grab and Go Breakfast and Lunch Deliveries

Gentle Chair Yoga (ZOOM)

12:00 Introduction to Islam (6-week course ZOOM )

Caregiver Support Group, Scituate COA (ZOOM)

(21)

9:00-11:00 – Men’s Group (ZOOM)

9:00-10:00 – Gentle Yoga Fusion & Meditation

(ZOOM)

9:30-11:00—Grab and Go Breakfast and Lunch

Deliveries

10:45-11:45—Seniors Got Strength (ZOOM)

1:00 – Learn to play the Ukulele (ZOOM)

(22)

Friday’s meal is provided by Cohasset

Senior Concierge powered by the

LAUNCH program.

9:30 a.m. – Pilates (ZOOM)

Grab and Go Breakfast and Lunch Deliveries

Gentle Chair Yoga (ZOOM)

12:00 Introduction to Islam (ZOOM)

(28)

9:00-11:00 – Men’s Group (ZOOM)

9:00-10:00 – Gentle Yoga Fusion & Meditation

(ZOOM)

9:30-11:00—Grab and Go Breakfast and Lunch

Deliveries

10:45-11:45—Seniors Got Strength (ZOOM)

(29)

Saint Stephen’s Church Soup Deliveries

9:30 a.m. – Pilates (ZOOM)

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Transportation for Cohasset residents 60+ or disabled. 24-

hour notice required. Call 781-383-9112, M-TH., 8-3; Fri., 8-

12. $5.00 suggested donation for out of town rides with the

exception of Wednesday scheduled trips $3.00). No one will be

denied a ride due to an inability to pay. Please note: Requests

made over the weekend for Monday rides can-

not be honored.

Shaws: Tuesdays at 1:00 pm

Stop & Shop: Fridays at 9:30 am

Trader Joe’s/ Marsha l l s/

Fruit Center: 2nd Fri. at 9:00 am

Around Town

Monday, 1:00 pm, Route 3A

retail shops and businesses.

Thursday, 9:30 am, Cohasset Village,

i n - cluding the post office, library, banks and other

shops.

Wednesday Trips: (Suggested donation $5.00)

3rd Wed: Marshfield Center/Ocean State, Marshalls 9:00 am

5th Wed: (if applicable) Target Hanover 9:00 am

Quarterly Trips: (March, June, Sept. and Dec.)

Derby Street Shops: 3rd Friday at 9:00 am

Dollar Store/Michael’s: 4th Friday at 9:00 am

MBTA: Thursdays, pick-ups for 9:04 am Greenbush Train.

Return pick-up at 3:08 pm. By appointment.

Exercise Classes: 24 hour notice required. Y o -

ga, Seniors Got Strength, Stretch and

Balance Conditioning.

MEDICAL TRANS-

PORTATION

CEA MEDI- CAL VAN For appts.

scheduled M-TH 8:30-2:00. Fri. 8:30-

11:00 am. First-come, first-

served within a 15-mile radius of Co-

hasset. Call 781-383-9112 with transporta-

t i o n requests. No weekend calls for Monday medi-

cal transportation will be honored. We request as much ad-

vance notice as possible with a minimum 24-hour notice re-

quired. Out of town trips, $5 charge.

FISH: FRIENDS IN SERVICE TO HUMANITY

Call our office at 781-383-9112 for rides to appointments

outside of Cohasset, provided by volunteers in personal vehi-

cles. (Non-wheelchair accessible). First come, first served. As

much notice as you can give us is appreciated, with a mini-

mum 24-hour notice required.

MEDICAL ACCESS PROGRAM (MAP): Out-of-town

appointments for adults 60+. Wheelchair accessible. Free

service made possible through Title III�B funding under the Old-

er Americans Act from SS Elder Services. Donations encour-

aged to offset the costs. Mon–Fri. Call 781-383-9112.

TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM

SEE PAGE 5

OUTREACH

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How to Get Access to the Internet for

Low-Income Older Adults

Not everyone has access to the internet – What can be

done? All telecommunication companies are required to

provide access to the internet via a program that subsidiz-

es low-income families. These programs offer internet

services at a rate of $9.95 per month. Families must

demonstrate that they meet income requirements under

the Lifeline Program. To learn more about the Lifeline

Program, click here. https://www.mass.gov/how-to/

apply-for-a-discounted-communications-service-

through-the-lifeline-program

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Recipe from Anna’s Kitchen

Mushroom Tart

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

Preheat oven to 375.

Roll out one sheet of pastry and cut into four rounds about four inches in diameter each. Using a knife, score a

smaller circle on the inside of each round, one inch from the edge. (Don’t cut all the way through the dough.)

In heated skillet, melt butter and add pancetta, sauté for 3-4 minutes until pancetta is crisp. Add mushrooms and

cook 5 minutes or until mushrooms release their liquid and it evaporates. Season mixture with salt and pepper to

taste.

Divide the mushroom mixture and place a quarter of it in the center of each round, inside the scored circle. Sprin-

kle with chopped parsley and cheese.

Brush the edge of the tart with beaten egg.

Bake 15-18 minutes or until pastry is golden brown.

1 small box assorted mushrooms

1 package puff pastry

1 Tbsp butter

2 Tbsp pancetta, finely chopped

2 Tbsp Parmesan cheese

1 clove garlic, chopped

1 egg beaten

2 Tbsp parsley, minced