November 2009 Town News and Events
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Mayor’s Corner Wallingford
Dear Friends: We hope everyone is healthy and avoiding the flu. Good nutrition is very important for maintaining good health. The Fall, of course, is harvest time and culminates in Thanksgiving Day, a November celebration.
Vegetables are a key component of good nutrition. Have you thought about the origin of their names? Radish comes from a medieval French word, radis, originally meaning “root”. The Latin word lactuca meaning “milk giving plant” now is expressed as lettuce. Cabbage comes from the French word cubic which meant “head”. Gherkin is a Dutch word for “small cucumber”. Potato comes from the Spanish word patata which came from the Haitian name batata. Pumpkin comes to us from French through a Greek name that meant “cooked by the sun”. Many vegetable names are reportedly so ancient that they cannot be traced. Carrots, beets, cucumbers and peas fall in this category. Cantaloupe, however, was brought from Armenia to a country estate near Rome which was owned by the Pope named Cantaloupo.
Whatever the names, vegetables taste good. Bon appetite.
Sincerely,
Bill Dickinson
Mayor
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Mayor’s Corner Meriden
Dear Friends,
As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, I am reminded of how much I have to be thankful for - my health, my family, my safe and loving home, and our comfortable community.
I am thankful that I live in Meriden, a beautiful city, where people are genuine, caring, and committed to our community. Everyday as I drive through our city, I see the breath-taking views of our hanging hills. I am thankful that we have a great school system that provides our children an excellent education. A special thank you to our terrific city staff, our exceptional Library, dedicated fire-fighters, community oriented police force, our accessible Public Works Department, and all our city employees who make Meriden a better place.
While this is a wonderful time of year for most of us, there are many of our residents who find themselves in need of our help. I encourage you to demonstrate the Thanksgiving spirit and reach out to help those in need. Please consider donating food items to any of Meriden’s many charitable organizations, so that our citizens in need will also have the opportunity to enjoy a Happy Thanksgiving dinner.
If you are looking for a place to volunteer on Thanksgiving or a place to enjoy a delicious dinner, the Meriden YMCA will once again be offering a free Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixins at the downtown YMCA, 110 West Main Street.
Good luck to the Maloney and Platt football teams as they prepare for the Annual Stoddard Bowl. I look forward to watching the game on Thanksgiving Day at our beautiful Falcon Field facility, and presenting the Stoddard Bowl Trophy to the winning team.
In closing, I am especially thankful that you have given me the opportunity to serve as your Mayor. I love our city, and I wish all Meriden residents a peaceful and enjoyable Thanksgiving.
Best Wishes!
Mike Rohde, Mayor
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MAX E. MURAVNICK
MERIDEN SENIOR CITIZENS’ CENTER
The Max E. Muravnick Meriden Senior Citizens’ Center is open to all Meriden residents age 55 and over. Membership is free of charge and new members may sign-up any weekday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. by presenting a driver’s license or other proof of age. New members receive an information package about senior services and a coupon entitling them to one complimentary lunch in our Senior Community Café. Sign-up today and find out about all that is offered for Meriden seniors at the Max E. Muravnick Senior Center!
Our Thanksgiving Special Lunch at the Senior Center will be held on Wednesday, November 18. The menu will feature roast turkey with gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce and mixed vegetables with pumpkin pie for dessert. Entertainment will be provided by Middi and the Country Gentlemen starting at 10:30 AM and Mayor Mike Rohde and Deputy Mayor Matt Dominello have been invited to join us for this special occasion. Sign-up today in Willene’s Place for the Thanksgiving Special Lunch and be sure not to miss the return appearance of these Country Western entertainers!
A “Veteran’s Salute” musical tribute to the Armed Forces is set for Tuesday, November 10 at 10:30 AM in Willene’s Place in honor of Veteran’s Day 2009. The Meriden Antique Veterans have been invited to attend in uniform as guests of the Senior Center and will be here for this special event. Vocalist Karen Walker will present “Music from the USO” courtesy of our friends at Health Net followed by lunch at 11:30. Please join us for this Veteran’s Day musical tribute to honor the Meriden Antique Veterans and all of our veterans for Veteran’s Day 2009!
There are still openings for the AARP Driver Safety Class on November 4 & 6 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the mezzanine. The cost of the course is $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members. At the completion of the two day course you will receive a certificate that will entitle you to a discount on your automobile insurance premiums. There are also openings for Creative Writing with Susan Sandel which also begins on November 4. To sign-up for these programs please stop in the front office or call us at 237-0066.
The 2009 Senior Center Holiday Fair and Bake Sale will be on Wednesday, December 9 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Handmade items will be sold by the Knitting, Sewing and Ceramic classes and bake sales and raffles will also be held. Senior Center members willing to bake for the Bake Sale are asked to sign-up in the main office – we appreciate your help! All proceeds will benefit the Meriden Senior Citizens’ Award Scholarship.
As President of the Connecticut Coalition on Aging, a statewide advocacy organization working to promote programs that improve the quality of life for Connecticut’s older adults, I would like to encourage you to complete our 2010 Legislative Survey. To complete our survey on-line please go to our web site at www.coalitionagingct.org. Each year the Coalition on Aging conducts a Legislative Survey to determine which issues are priorities for Connecticut’s aging population. The survey responses are used to determine our legislative priorities for the year. We share the results with our elected leaders and use this information to better advocate for Connecticut’s older residents. If you prefer to complete a hard copy of the survey, copies are available in the Senior Center front office and we thank you for your interest and support!
John F. Hogarth
Senior Center Director
October 28, 2009
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To read The People’s Press, Meriden and Wallingford Ct’s Newspaper in image or pdf form go to www.peoplespressnews.com . We are your NewsMagazine!
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WALLINGFORD SENIOR CENTER
NOVEMBER 2009 EDITION
THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION
Thursday, November 19, 11:00 AM
Enjoy wonderful musical entertainment provided by “We Got Rhythm” at our Thanksgiving Celebration on November 19. Their performance includes Broadway and Hollywood songs, tap shoes and dancing, and sing-alongs and solos! After the lively entertainment, be sure to stay for a delicious holiday meal.
FOOD DRIVE: We are collecting non-perishable food items for the local food bank. You are invited to bring in a canned or boxed food item on November 19, and add it to the collection table in the Great Room during our Thanksgiving Celebration.
LAKE VIEW CAFÉ THANKSGIVING SPECIAL
Thursday, November 19, 12:00 PM
Lake View Café is serving a Hot Open-Faced Turkey Sandwich with Cider Gravy, Smashed Red Bliss Potatoes, Green Beans Almondine, Warm Apple Crisp ala mode; and Cranberry Apple Cider following our Thanksgiving Celebration. Tickets for the meal are $4.00 and are on sale through November 17, at the front desk. Please note: Lake View Café will not be offering any other lunch fare that day.
SOCIAL SINGLES PIZZA SUPPER
Thursday, November 5, 6:00 PM
A new social club for singles aged 60 to 74 will have its kickoff event on November 5, at 6:00 P.M. Sign up in advance to attend the organizational meeting and pizza supper. Social Singles is an independent group of single men and women aged 60 to 74, who meet socially to enjoy a variety of activities and events. Senior Center members are welcome to bring non-member friends. Questions? Contact Debby at 203-265-7753.
HOLIDAY SHOP
For your gift-giving and decorating needs, our Holiday Gift Shop will open on Wednesday, November 18, in the lobby. Most of the items are handmade creations by members of our Quilting, Knitting and Ceramics groups. We thank you for your support of this annual fund raising project.
MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY VAN
Monday, November 30
A mammogram is a vital step in a woman’s overall preventive health care. Early detection is the key in the fight against breast cancer. The Yale New Haven Digital Mobile Mammography Van will be at the Wallingford Senior Center on November 30 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM. If you have not had your annual mammogram, call 688-6800 to schedule your appointment.
CANCER SURVIVORS SUPPORT
Tuesday, November 3, 1:30 PM
The Wallingford Cancer Survivors Support Group is now meeting at the Wallingford Senior Center on the first Tuesday of the month, 1:30 to 3:00 PM. The purpose of the group is to share our experience, strength and hope with one another. Cancer survivors are welcome to bring a family member, caregiver or friend to the meeting.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: AARP TAX-AIDE PROGRAM
Every year new volunteers who have spent their careers dealing with numbers join the AARP Tax-Aide program to help others who do not feel comfortable preparing their own income tax returns and can’t afford professional help. Volunteer as a Counselor or as a Leadership Coordinator. Training in cooperation with the IRS begins in December. To volunteer, send an email to HINGLIS3@YAHOO.COM. Provide your name, address, and telephone number.
SOCIAL SERVICES
IN ORDER TO SERVE YOU BETTER, PLEASE CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE SOCIAL WORKER, EILEEN FLYNN, AT 265 7753. THANK YOU.
SOCIAL SINGLES PIZZA SUPPER
Thursday, November 5, 6:00 PM
A new social club for singles aged 60 to 74 will have its kickoff event on November 5, at 6:00 P.M. Sign up in advance to attend the organizational meeting and pizza supper. Social Singles is an independent group of single men and women aged 60 to 74, who meet socially to enjoy a variety of activities and events. Senior Center members are welcome to bring non-member friends. Questions? Contact Debby at 203 265-7753.
“SHRED IT”
Tuesday, November 17, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Do you have any documents you are looking to have shredded? The “Shred It” truck will be here on Tuesday, November 17 to destroy any documents or paperwork you need to shred for safety. No appointment is necessary, just bring your papers and they will be shredded for you.
MEDICARE RX EXPRESS
Tuesday, November 17, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
It’s that time of year again when decisions need to be made regarding next years’ Medicare. The Medicare RX Express will be at the Wallingford Senior Center to answer your questions such as: Should I have traditional Medicare with a Supplemental or Medigap policy? If so, which Medigap policy is right for me? Is a Medicare Advantage Plan (HMO) right for me? Am I on the right Prescription Drug Program? Does the formulary list all of my medications? Am I eligible for the ConnPACE Prescription Drug Program? Am I eligible for the Medicare Savings Program which pays part of or my entire Medicare premium? If you have any of these questions, please call to schedule an appointment. Appointments are limited and required. Please call 265 7753 to register.
SOCIAL SECURITY
Tuesday, November 17, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Social Security representatives will be available to answer any questions you may have about your social security. No Appointment is necessary.
ENERGY ASSISTANCE DATES
WALLINGFORD SENIOR HOUSING
Applications will be completed on the following dates and times. Please see your Community Room bulletin board for information on documents needed to complete application.
TUESDAY, November 3
McKenna Court 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
John Savage Commons 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, November 4
Eastside Terrace 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Southside Terrace 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
TUESDAY, November 10
McGuire Court 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
BENEFITS QUICKLINK AT WALLINGFORD HOUSING
Fuel Assistance Dates noted in November
On the above dates a representative will be available at the housing complex during the times fuel applications are being taken to meet with anyone who is interested in finding out if they are eligible for other State or Federal Programs. Benefits QuickLINK is a free and confidential program which can quickly screen for eligibility. Supporting Documents are not required, but please bring the following information with you to your appointment: 1. Monthly income (social security, pension, dividends and interest). 2. Monthly expenses (heating, fuel, gas, electricity, water, telephone, rent or mortgage payments and medical expenses not covered by health insurance). 3. Asset information (savings, estimated value of home and car, life insurance benefits). 4. A list of all current prescriptions.
VETERANS DAY PROGRAM
Monday, November 9, 11:00 AM
Join us on November 9, at 11:00 AM, as we salute our veterans. The program will feature a keynote address by John Smith, Past Commander of American Legion Siedlicki Post 187, patriotic music by the Vintage Voices, and participation by local veterans groups. Come help us honor our nation’s veterans.
CT ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
2009-2010 HEATING SEASON
The Wallingford Senior Center is an intake site for Wallingford residents, age 60 and over. The program provides financial assistance to income-eligible households to pay for a portion of their heating costs. We will begin taking applications for deliverable fuel (oil and kerosene only) on Tuesday, September 8. First day for fuel deliveries which can be paid for by CEAP is November 1. Gas and electric customers can call beginning November 10 for an appointment. Income limits are presently $29,272.36 for a single person and $38,279.24 for a couple. Asset limits also apply.
Applicants MUST bring (2) photocopies of the following checklist documents:
· Most recent bank statement (all pages, front and back)
· Social Security check 2009, or Social Security “Your New Benefit Amount” letter for 2009.
· Most recent checking, savings, CD, annuity, stock, bond documents.
· 2009 year-to-date pension or annuity dividends and/or interest income.
· Four most recent pay stubs, if employed.
· Rental Income – rent stub or copy of check deposited into bank account.
· Most recent heat utility bill.
· Electric bill.
Applications are by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 265-7753.
ConnPACE
ConnPACE is the State of Connecticut Pharmaceutical Program and the guidelines change each year. The Income Limit for 2009 is: Single person $25,100.00 year, Couple Income $33,800.00. This includes all forms of income, such as Social Security, Pension, Interest or dividend income, etc. There is no asset limit at this time. For additional information or an appointment, please call Eileen Flynn, Social Worker, at 265-7753
FOOD STAMP PROGRAM (SNAP)
The State Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (formerly the Food Stamp Program) has changed its eligibility criteria effective July 1, 2009. Income limits have been increased and there is no asset limit when applying for this program.
•Single Income: $1,670.00 month •Couple Income: $2,247.00 month
For more information or to schedule an appointment to apply for this program, please call Eileen Flynn, Social Worker at 265 7753.
DO YOU RECEIVE A PENSION?
IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT PENSION WITHHOLDING
Pensioners do not qualify for the Making Work Pay Credit unless they have earned income. However, the new withholding tables apply to all taxpayers, including pensioners. The withholding tables decreased Federal Tax withholdings on pensions, too. If you receive a pension, you may want to contact your accountant, tax preparer, go to your local IRS Office or use the IRS.Gov for help. The IRS has a withholding calculator that pensioners and others can use to make sure enough tax is being withheld from their pay.
VISIT our website at www.wlfdseniorctr.com!
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Mark T. Sheehan High School
Wallingford, Connecticut
Sheehan seniors, Leann Bickford, Janet Early, Elizabeth Kadow, Michael Kadow, Laura Kinkead, Seth Ravid, and Tori Sheldon, have been named commended students in the 2010 National Merit Scholarship Program. This honor is in recognition for their exceptional academic promise as demonstrated by their performance on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Commended students represent the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who took the test.
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Wallingford Curbside Leaf Pickup
One-time Pickup of Leaves Only Begins Nov. 23
Monday, November 23
Residents of Wallingford will have their bagged leaves picked up by the Public Works Department starting Monday, November 23, 2009. All leaves to be picked up must be placed at the curb in paper bags, sealed with masking tape only if needed. Bagged leaves need to be at the curb no later than Sunday, November 22, 2009.This is a ONE-TIME pickup of LEAVES ONLY. Brush, trash or garden waste will not be accepted. Residents who miss the pickup can take leaves to the Compost Area (John Street) at no charge.Do not rake leaves into the gutters per Ordinance #380.
For questions, please contact the Public Works Department at 203-294-2105.
To read The People’s Press, Meriden and Wallingford Ct’s Newspaper in image or pdf form go to www.peoplespressnews.com . We are your NewsMagazine!
Mayor’s Corner Wallingford
Dear Friends: We hope everyone is healthy and avoiding the flu. Good nutrition is very important for maintaining good health. The Fall, of course, is harvest time and culminates in Thanksgiving Day, a November celebration.
Vegetables are a key component of good nutrition. Have you thought about the origin of their names? Radish comes from a medieval French word, radis, originally meaning “root”. The Latin word lactuca meaning “milk giving plant” now is expressed as lettuce. Cabbage comes from the French word cubic which meant “head”. Gherkin is a Dutch word for “small cucumber”. Potato comes from the Spanish word patata which came from the Haitian name batata. Pumpkin comes to us from French through a Greek name that meant “cooked by the sun”. Many vegetable names are reportedly so ancient that they cannot be traced. Carrots, beets, cucumbers and peas fall in this category. Cantaloupe, however, was brought from Armenia to a country estate near Rome which was owned by the Pope named Cantaloupo.
Whatever the names, vegetables taste good. Bon appetite.
Sincerely,
Bill Dickinson
Mayor
_________________________________________________________________________________
Mayor’s Corner Meriden
Dear Friends,
As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, I am reminded of how much I have to be thankful for - my health, my family, my safe and loving home, and our comfortable community.
I am thankful that I live in Meriden, a beautiful city, where people are genuine, caring, and committed to our community. Everyday as I drive through our city, I see the breath-taking views of our hanging hills. I am thankful that we have a great school system that provides our children an excellent education. A special thank you to our terrific city staff, our exceptional Library, dedicated fire-fighters, community oriented police force, our accessible Public Works Department, and all our city employees who make Meriden a better place.
While this is a wonderful time of year for most of us, there are many of our residents who find themselves in need of our help. I encourage you to demonstrate the Thanksgiving spirit and reach out to help those in need. Please consider donating food items to any of Meriden’s many charitable organizations, so that our citizens in need will also have the opportunity to enjoy a Happy Thanksgiving dinner.
If you are looking for a place to volunteer on Thanksgiving or a place to enjoy a delicious dinner, the Meriden YMCA will once again be offering a free Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixins at the downtown YMCA, 110 West Main Street.
Good luck to the Maloney and Platt football teams as they prepare for the Annual Stoddard Bowl. I look forward to watching the game on Thanksgiving Day at our beautiful Falcon Field facility, and presenting the Stoddard Bowl Trophy to the winning team.
In closing, I am especially thankful that you have given me the opportunity to serve as your Mayor. I love our city, and I wish all Meriden residents a peaceful and enjoyable Thanksgiving.
Best Wishes!
Mike Rohde, Mayor
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MAX E. MURAVNICK
MERIDEN SENIOR CITIZENS’ CENTER
The Max E. Muravnick Meriden Senior Citizens’ Center is open to all Meriden residents age 55 and over. Membership is free of charge and new members may sign-up any weekday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. by presenting a driver’s license or other proof of age. New members receive an information package about senior services and a coupon entitling them to one complimentary lunch in our Senior Community Café. Sign-up today and find out about all that is offered for Meriden seniors at the Max E. Muravnick Senior Center!
Our Thanksgiving Special Lunch at the Senior Center will be held on Wednesday, November 18. The menu will feature roast turkey with gravy, stuffing, cranberry sauce and mixed vegetables with pumpkin pie for dessert. Entertainment will be provided by Middi and the Country Gentlemen starting at 10:30 AM and Mayor Mike Rohde and Deputy Mayor Matt Dominello have been invited to join us for this special occasion. Sign-up today in Willene’s Place for the Thanksgiving Special Lunch and be sure not to miss the return appearance of these Country Western entertainers!
A “Veteran’s Salute” musical tribute to the Armed Forces is set for Tuesday, November 10 at 10:30 AM in Willene’s Place in honor of Veteran’s Day 2009. The Meriden Antique Veterans have been invited to attend in uniform as guests of the Senior Center and will be here for this special event. Vocalist Karen Walker will present “Music from the USO” courtesy of our friends at Health Net followed by lunch at 11:30. Please join us for this Veteran’s Day musical tribute to honor the Meriden Antique Veterans and all of our veterans for Veteran’s Day 2009!
There are still openings for the AARP Driver Safety Class on November 4 & 6 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the mezzanine. The cost of the course is $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members. At the completion of the two day course you will receive a certificate that will entitle you to a discount on your automobile insurance premiums. There are also openings for Creative Writing with Susan Sandel which also begins on November 4. To sign-up for these programs please stop in the front office or call us at 237-0066.
The 2009 Senior Center Holiday Fair and Bake Sale will be on Wednesday, December 9 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Handmade items will be sold by the Knitting, Sewing and Ceramic classes and bake sales and raffles will also be held. Senior Center members willing to bake for the Bake Sale are asked to sign-up in the main office – we appreciate your help! All proceeds will benefit the Meriden Senior Citizens’ Award Scholarship.
As President of the Connecticut Coalition on Aging, a statewide advocacy organization working to promote programs that improve the quality of life for Connecticut’s older adults, I would like to encourage you to complete our 2010 Legislative Survey. To complete our survey on-line please go to our web site at www.coalitionagingct.org. Each year the Coalition on Aging conducts a Legislative Survey to determine which issues are priorities for Connecticut’s aging population. The survey responses are used to determine our legislative priorities for the year. We share the results with our elected leaders and use this information to better advocate for Connecticut’s older residents. If you prefer to complete a hard copy of the survey, copies are available in the Senior Center front office and we thank you for your interest and support!
John F. Hogarth
Senior Center Director
October 28, 2009
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To read The People’s Press, Meriden and Wallingford Ct’s Newspaper in image or pdf form go to www.peoplespressnews.com . We are your NewsMagazine!
______________________________________________________________________________________
WALLINGFORD SENIOR CENTER
NOVEMBER 2009 EDITION
THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION
Thursday, November 19, 11:00 AM
Enjoy wonderful musical entertainment provided by “We Got Rhythm” at our Thanksgiving Celebration on November 19. Their performance includes Broadway and Hollywood songs, tap shoes and dancing, and sing-alongs and solos! After the lively entertainment, be sure to stay for a delicious holiday meal.
FOOD DRIVE: We are collecting non-perishable food items for the local food bank. You are invited to bring in a canned or boxed food item on November 19, and add it to the collection table in the Great Room during our Thanksgiving Celebration.
LAKE VIEW CAFÉ THANKSGIVING SPECIAL
Thursday, November 19, 12:00 PM
Lake View Café is serving a Hot Open-Faced Turkey Sandwich with Cider Gravy, Smashed Red Bliss Potatoes, Green Beans Almondine, Warm Apple Crisp ala mode; and Cranberry Apple Cider following our Thanksgiving Celebration. Tickets for the meal are $4.00 and are on sale through November 17, at the front desk. Please note: Lake View Café will not be offering any other lunch fare that day.
SOCIAL SINGLES PIZZA SUPPER
Thursday, November 5, 6:00 PM
A new social club for singles aged 60 to 74 will have its kickoff event on November 5, at 6:00 P.M. Sign up in advance to attend the organizational meeting and pizza supper. Social Singles is an independent group of single men and women aged 60 to 74, who meet socially to enjoy a variety of activities and events. Senior Center members are welcome to bring non-member friends. Questions? Contact Debby at 203-265-7753.
HOLIDAY SHOP
For your gift-giving and decorating needs, our Holiday Gift Shop will open on Wednesday, November 18, in the lobby. Most of the items are handmade creations by members of our Quilting, Knitting and Ceramics groups. We thank you for your support of this annual fund raising project.
MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY VAN
Monday, November 30
A mammogram is a vital step in a woman’s overall preventive health care. Early detection is the key in the fight against breast cancer. The Yale New Haven Digital Mobile Mammography Van will be at the Wallingford Senior Center on November 30 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM. If you have not had your annual mammogram, call 688-6800 to schedule your appointment.
CANCER SURVIVORS SUPPORT
Tuesday, November 3, 1:30 PM
The Wallingford Cancer Survivors Support Group is now meeting at the Wallingford Senior Center on the first Tuesday of the month, 1:30 to 3:00 PM. The purpose of the group is to share our experience, strength and hope with one another. Cancer survivors are welcome to bring a family member, caregiver or friend to the meeting.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: AARP TAX-AIDE PROGRAM
Every year new volunteers who have spent their careers dealing with numbers join the AARP Tax-Aide program to help others who do not feel comfortable preparing their own income tax returns and can’t afford professional help. Volunteer as a Counselor or as a Leadership Coordinator. Training in cooperation with the IRS begins in December. To volunteer, send an email to HINGLIS3@YAHOO.COM. Provide your name, address, and telephone number.
SOCIAL SERVICES
IN ORDER TO SERVE YOU BETTER, PLEASE CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE SOCIAL WORKER, EILEEN FLYNN, AT 265 7753. THANK YOU.
SOCIAL SINGLES PIZZA SUPPER
Thursday, November 5, 6:00 PM
A new social club for singles aged 60 to 74 will have its kickoff event on November 5, at 6:00 P.M. Sign up in advance to attend the organizational meeting and pizza supper. Social Singles is an independent group of single men and women aged 60 to 74, who meet socially to enjoy a variety of activities and events. Senior Center members are welcome to bring non-member friends. Questions? Contact Debby at 203 265-7753.
“SHRED IT”
Tuesday, November 17, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Do you have any documents you are looking to have shredded? The “Shred It” truck will be here on Tuesday, November 17 to destroy any documents or paperwork you need to shred for safety. No appointment is necessary, just bring your papers and they will be shredded for you.
MEDICARE RX EXPRESS
Tuesday, November 17, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
It’s that time of year again when decisions need to be made regarding next years’ Medicare. The Medicare RX Express will be at the Wallingford Senior Center to answer your questions such as: Should I have traditional Medicare with a Supplemental or Medigap policy? If so, which Medigap policy is right for me? Is a Medicare Advantage Plan (HMO) right for me? Am I on the right Prescription Drug Program? Does the formulary list all of my medications? Am I eligible for the ConnPACE Prescription Drug Program? Am I eligible for the Medicare Savings Program which pays part of or my entire Medicare premium? If you have any of these questions, please call to schedule an appointment. Appointments are limited and required. Please call 265 7753 to register.
SOCIAL SECURITY
Tuesday, November 17, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Social Security representatives will be available to answer any questions you may have about your social security. No Appointment is necessary.
ENERGY ASSISTANCE DATES
WALLINGFORD SENIOR HOUSING
Applications will be completed on the following dates and times. Please see your Community Room bulletin board for information on documents needed to complete application.
TUESDAY, November 3
McKenna Court 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
John Savage Commons 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, November 4
Eastside Terrace 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Southside Terrace 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
TUESDAY, November 10
McGuire Court 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
BENEFITS QUICKLINK AT WALLINGFORD HOUSING
Fuel Assistance Dates noted in November
On the above dates a representative will be available at the housing complex during the times fuel applications are being taken to meet with anyone who is interested in finding out if they are eligible for other State or Federal Programs. Benefits QuickLINK is a free and confidential program which can quickly screen for eligibility. Supporting Documents are not required, but please bring the following information with you to your appointment: 1. Monthly income (social security, pension, dividends and interest). 2. Monthly expenses (heating, fuel, gas, electricity, water, telephone, rent or mortgage payments and medical expenses not covered by health insurance). 3. Asset information (savings, estimated value of home and car, life insurance benefits). 4. A list of all current prescriptions.
VETERANS DAY PROGRAM
Monday, November 9, 11:00 AM
Join us on November 9, at 11:00 AM, as we salute our veterans. The program will feature a keynote address by John Smith, Past Commander of American Legion Siedlicki Post 187, patriotic music by the Vintage Voices, and participation by local veterans groups. Come help us honor our nation’s veterans.
CT ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
2009-2010 HEATING SEASON
The Wallingford Senior Center is an intake site for Wallingford residents, age 60 and over. The program provides financial assistance to income-eligible households to pay for a portion of their heating costs. We will begin taking applications for deliverable fuel (oil and kerosene only) on Tuesday, September 8. First day for fuel deliveries which can be paid for by CEAP is November 1. Gas and electric customers can call beginning November 10 for an appointment. Income limits are presently $29,272.36 for a single person and $38,279.24 for a couple. Asset limits also apply.
Applicants MUST bring (2) photocopies of the following checklist documents:
· Most recent bank statement (all pages, front and back)
· Social Security check 2009, or Social Security “Your New Benefit Amount” letter for 2009.
· Most recent checking, savings, CD, annuity, stock, bond documents.
· 2009 year-to-date pension or annuity dividends and/or interest income.
· Four most recent pay stubs, if employed.
· Rental Income – rent stub or copy of check deposited into bank account.
· Most recent heat utility bill.
· Electric bill.
Applications are by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 265-7753.
ConnPACE
ConnPACE is the State of Connecticut Pharmaceutical Program and the guidelines change each year. The Income Limit for 2009 is: Single person $25,100.00 year, Couple Income $33,800.00. This includes all forms of income, such as Social Security, Pension, Interest or dividend income, etc. There is no asset limit at this time. For additional information or an appointment, please call Eileen Flynn, Social Worker, at 265-7753
FOOD STAMP PROGRAM (SNAP)
The State Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (formerly the Food Stamp Program) has changed its eligibility criteria effective July 1, 2009. Income limits have been increased and there is no asset limit when applying for this program.
•Single Income: $1,670.00 month •Couple Income: $2,247.00 month
For more information or to schedule an appointment to apply for this program, please call Eileen Flynn, Social Worker at 265 7753.
DO YOU RECEIVE A PENSION?
IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT PENSION WITHHOLDING
Pensioners do not qualify for the Making Work Pay Credit unless they have earned income. However, the new withholding tables apply to all taxpayers, including pensioners. The withholding tables decreased Federal Tax withholdings on pensions, too. If you receive a pension, you may want to contact your accountant, tax preparer, go to your local IRS Office or use the IRS.Gov for help. The IRS has a withholding calculator that pensioners and others can use to make sure enough tax is being withheld from their pay.
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Mark T. Sheehan High School
Wallingford, Connecticut
Sheehan seniors, Leann Bickford, Janet Early, Elizabeth Kadow, Michael Kadow, Laura Kinkead, Seth Ravid, and Tori Sheldon, have been named commended students in the 2010 National Merit Scholarship Program. This honor is in recognition for their exceptional academic promise as demonstrated by their performance on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Commended students represent the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who took the test.
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Wallingford Curbside Leaf Pickup
One-time Pickup of Leaves Only Begins Nov. 23
Monday, November 23
Residents of Wallingford will have their bagged leaves picked up by the Public Works Department starting Monday, November 23, 2009. All leaves to be picked up must be placed at the curb in paper bags, sealed with masking tape only if needed. Bagged leaves need to be at the curb no later than Sunday, November 22, 2009.This is a ONE-TIME pickup of LEAVES ONLY. Brush, trash or garden waste will not be accepted. Residents who miss the pickup can take leaves to the Compost Area (John Street) at no charge.Do not rake leaves into the gutters per Ordinance #380.
For questions, please contact the Public Works Department at 203-294-2105.
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