March 2020

THE GUIDING LIGHT

Guiding Delaware’s Seniors Into a Brighter Future

Frederica Senior Center

216 South Market St

Frederica, Delaware 19946

Did you know you can read the Frederica Senior Center

Guiding Light online at www.FSCNEWS.ORG

Happy Saint Patty's Day

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OUR TREE OF REMBERANCE

AND GROWTH

The tree adorned with leaves of two colors, silver and gold.

Each colored leaf has their own purpose and meaning.

Silver leaves are, engraved and placed in remembrance of a loved

one, a family member, or someone special to you.

The gold leaves are engraved and placed for members, non-

members, businesses or institutions that have contributed to help

pay for the mortgage on the building addition.

The final cost for the addition was about $125.00 per square foot.

The tree is located in our new addition on the entrance wall.

Both colored leaves are $125.00 each, which includes the cost of the

leaf, engraving and shipping.

When you look at the tree, you will notice how the “leaves” have

filled in the branches and how well our tree is growing.

This is a perfect time to make a leaf purchase to be a part of the

growth of the tree and the Center.

Order forms are available at the front desk.

If you need more information or have any questions, feel free to call

Frederica Senior Center at 335-4555

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Frederica Senior Center

Leaf Order Form

NAME________________________________Phone__________________

Gold leaf is $125 engraved. Silver leaf is $125 engraved

Example: Mark & Mary Smith or Bo’s Heating INC -- gold

In Memory of Mary Smith or In Memory of Mark & Mary

Smith -- silver

Order: ________ Gold Engraved

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

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________ Silver Engraved in Memory of

__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

____________

Date___________ Check #_____________ Receipt #

_______________

Order taken

by________________________________________________________

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. FREE CLASSES FOR DIABETES MANAGEMENT

Six sessions for Diabetes Self Management will be offered by Frederica Senior Center located on Market Street in Frederica on six consecutive Mondays, beginning

March 2. And ending on Aril 6, 2020 The experienced educators who will present the training program will provide coping and problem solving mechanisms that

you can use to make living with diabetes, or assisting loved ones with diabetes, much more manageable. The classes will meet from 9:30 to noon.

Topics covered will include planning healthy and balanced meals, problem solving, communication and relaxation techniques, understanding diabetes and the prob-

lems it causes, dealing with low and high blood sugars, and utilizing exercise, proper nutrition and medication to control diabetes.

The classes are completely free to Members and the public, for those living with Diabetes and those who want to learn more about it, but you must register to join

the classes by signing up at the front desk or by calling the instructor, Maria Seliga at 302 387 1626; please leave a message with your phone number if no answer.

All participants who complete the program will receive a certificate and the strength to change their lives. This free program was developed by Stanford University

and is offered to you by the Department of Health and Social Services.

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ITALIAN NATIVE MARY KENNEY INSTRUCTS BASIC ITALIAN

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March 8th

Our King and

Queen

Larry and Debra

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Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri

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Country Fried

Chicken

Potato's

Vegetable

Dessert

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Liver

& Onions

Potatoes

Brussel sprouts

Dessert

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Salisbury steaks

Vegetable

Potatoes

Gravy

Dessert

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Baked Chicken

Potatoes

Vegetable

Dessert

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Cheesesteaks

Tator

Wedges

Dessert

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Sweet n sour

Meatballs

Noodles

Vegetable

Dessert

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Pulled Pork

Mac& cheese

Coleslaw

Dessert

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Turkey

Potatoes

Stuffing

Vegetable

Gravy

Dessert

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Fish

Potatoes

Stewed

Tomatoes

Dessert

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Pizza

Mozz. Stcks

Dessert

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Stuffed Peppers

Vegetable

Dessert

17—St Pattys

Ham

Cabbage

Red potatoes

Dessert

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Cheeseburgers

French Fries

Dessert

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Fried Chicken

Potatoes Salad

Green Beans

Dessert

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Hot Dogs

Chili

Dessert

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Chefs

Salad

Dessert

24—Birthday

Ribs

Scalloped Potatoes

Corn

Spinach

Cake

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Chicken Pot Pie

Bread

Dessert

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Italian Subs

Chips

Dessert By

Southern Meadows

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Irish Stew

Biscuits

Dessert

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Soup & Sandwich

Dessert

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Wings

Mac Salad

Baked Beans

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Veterans News

Beginning Jan. 1, 2020, Veterans who served as far as 12 nautical miles from the shore of Vietnam, or who had service in the Korean Demilita-rized Zone, are presumed to have been exposed to herbicides, such as Agent Orange, and may be entitled to service connection for any of the 14 conditions related to herbicide exposure.

VA is also now able to extend benefits to children with spina bifida whose BWN Veteran parent may have been exposed while serving. Vietnam Veterans Day Saturday 28th of March Ceremony 1pm at Kent County Veterans Memorial Park

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March 2020

SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT

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SHOPPING 9:30

YOGA 10AM

WII 10AM

BINGO 1PM

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9AM-WOODWORK-

ING

10AM CANVAS

PAINTING

10 AM HAIR-CUTS

CARDS

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MAHJONG@9AM

LINE DANCING

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BINGO@1PM

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WORKING

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COLORING

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CASH

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SHOPPING 9:30

YOGA 10AM

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BINGO 1PM

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10AM CANVAS PAINTING

10 AM HAIR-CUTS

CARDS

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SHOPPING 9:30

YOGA 10AM

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Cash Bingo

Saturday March 7th

Massages Every other Tuesday March 10th & 24th $20.00

for thirty minute session appointments only

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GETTING TO KNOW YOU by Doris Hoover

The Ides of March are upon us: March is the third month of the year, has 31 days, the month when spring officially begins with the promise of warm sunny days. Debra Annette Simms also brings the promise of warm, friendly days to the Frederica Senior Center. She is a two year member and has a deep fondness for the hours she spends with this community of friends, enjoying the activities, the noontime meals, and the sociability shared. During the game night sessions, al-ways will you find Debra playing Wii Bowling and dominating the championship ti-tle. Bingo games are another favorite and volunteers her services during the daily activity.

Debra was the seventh child born to James and Gertrude Simms on the 29th day of September, 1958, in Bronx, NYC, NY. She has seven brothers and four sis-ters. She was unfamiliar with her father during her childhood and unfortunately her mother passed when Debra was at the early age of eleven years.

Debra was a student at PS #107 elementary school and graduated from the Dodge Vocational School in the Bronx. A remarkable accomplishment for a young child who was alone from the age of eleven. When her mother died, Debra totally took care of herself, staying with friends and attending school. A school venture she will never forget is a “kids group” trip to Watertown, NY with other students.

Debra never held a job, never worked. She was diagnosed with Epilepsy expe-riencing severe seizures at the age of eighteen. Seizures are more common than you might think. Seizures can happen after a stroke, a head injury, an infection or another illness. Many times, the cause is unknown. Debra is fine today, living in Frederica. She has three children, (one boy and twin girls) and five grandchil-dren. Occasionally, when school is closed for the day, she will bring her youngest grandson to our Center.

Debra’s favorite color is blue. She has no favorite restaurant but without doubt enjoys chicken wings. She says she can eat chicken every day prepared eve-ry which way. Clint Eastwood and the old movies are at the top of her list for enjoy-ment. She is especially fond of the old western flicks. In her spare time, Debra en-joys working the word puzzles and crocheting. She never enjoyed a vacation but has a secret desire to visit Florida someday.

“Be kind. Pray to God every day” are her words of advice. Debra is a calm and silent individual with a BIG sharing heart. In addition, she is a brave and spirit-ed woman. Please express your cheerful hello to this lady.

Debra Annette Simms is here everyday, enjoying a chat or two with friends sitting at the first table in the dining room.

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Please see Cathy or Sibyl to sign up

for trips. All paying trips must be paid

for at sign up.

No refunds for trips.

Philadelphia Flower Show — March 4th —$55.00

Depart center @ 8am

Dinner Out —Southern Grill — March 9th —

Depart center @4pm

Mama Mia— $5.00—March 12th—Depart center

@5:30pm

Second Street Players—Free—March 17th

Movie; It Happened One night

Starring Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert

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Frederica Senior Center, Inc.

Educational and Cultural Programs

Professionals from the community visit the Center to inform the members and offer a variety of services free of charge for issues like

Health, Legal, Consumer issues and much more!

Membership

The Frederica Senior Center is open to anyone 50+ or disabled, veterans regardless of race, creed, national origin, or gender. An

application must be completed and submitted to the corporation. At that time, a fee of $25.00 for annual membership dues is

also required. This fee is renewed every July 1st.

Nutritious Meals

Come enjoy our delicious meals, cooked at our Center each day. Meals are served buffet style Monday-Friday at noon for a minimal

donation of $5.00 per member, $8.00 non-member.

Social and Recreational Activities

The Center offers a variety of activities which include: daily craft-making classes, our game and social rooms are open daily for pool

playing, card games, table games, puzzles, etc. Weekly Bible study, shopping, recreational and cultural trips, various crafts, quilting,

walking and much more.

Transportation

A daily pickup is offered Monday-Friday to transport members to and from the Center, as well as social, recreational and shopping

trips. The center has two buses, each equipped with a wheel chair ramp and handicapped equipment. If you are in need of this ser-

vice please contact us for availability.

Outreach Program

Our Outreach Coordinator is a mediator between the center and the community. Persons needing assistance with food, shelter,

medical bills, or any other assistance please call our Outreach Coordinator.

Board of Directors

Ken Ryder President

Marvin Lands 1st Vice President

Sam Beyard 2nd Vice President

Mary Bookhultz Treasurer

Sybil Hoover Secretary

Telford Rager Member at Large

Members: Charles Postles, Tom Mosley,

Melvin Dernberger, Robin Hurley

Mae Maloney Becky Tatman

Membership Representative: Sue Mayersky

Volunteer Receptionist:

Pat Anderson, Art Titus, Sue Holiday

Staff

Renee Hoffman Executive Director

Ray Harris Office Manager

Cathy Mosley Activities Coordinator

Kimberly Jester Manager/Lead Cook

Billie Hoffman Assistant Cook

Michelle Phinazee Kitchen Assistant

Myra Jones Kitchen Assistant

Mert Mullen Bus Driver

Sonny Lomax Bus Driver

Roy Bookhultz Bus Driver

Betty Flemming Crafts Coordinator

Daniel Jones Sanitation Engineer

Mae Maloney Head Receptionist (Volunteer)

Front Desk Mary Bookhultz- Sybil Hoover-Sue Mayersky-Laure Gianetta-

Melvin Dernberger

Frederica Senior Center’s Mission Statement

Founded in 1974, the Frederica Senior Center was built on the need to combat the debilitating effects of geographical isolation of the elderly

residing in Frederica, Magnolia, Felton, North Bowers Beach and rural surrounding areas in Delaware.

Our goal is to provide a hot home-cooked nutritious meal daily; social; recreational and educational activities; transportation to and

from the Center; and Outreach services.

If you or someone you know has a need or would like to visit our Center, please feel free to call us (302) 335-4555 or (302) 335-1770. Our

hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 2:00pm,