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New Guideline Requirements for Program Participation

As our community becomes vaccinated, the Center undergoes changes regarding our capacity limitations and programs we have available. Because of our new policies and procedures, only registered individuals will be allowed to enter the Community Center for programs. When entering the building face masks or coverings are required and must cover your mouth and nose at all times unless otherwise stated. Our new temperature scanner will enable temperature checks to be sure our seniors are safe and healthy. New cleaning protocols have been implemented to allow for a safe and clean environment. We are working very hard towards offering our programs in a safe and healthy manner. As more people become vaccinated, we will be considering open to the public once again. We will share more information when it is provided!

Lunch Program

Thank you all for your continued enthusiasm about our program. Each day we continue to spread the work in the community. If you are considering the program, give the office a call and

we can arrange the days you would like. The meals are available Monday through Friday. We welcome everyone to give it a try. The requirements are as follows:

Age 60+ OR disabled with proper documentation………………………………. All participants must complete necessary registration paperwork.

There is an optional donation of $3.00 per meal or the amount you can personally afford. ***Due to the pandemic, we are only able to serve cold lunches. When the Rhode Island Department of Health determines it is safe to open our doors, we will be offering the hot meals. More information will be posted in the coming future!!***

Overview of AARP Tax Assistance

I would like to extend my acknowledgment for a very challenging year for this program. All of our volunteers went above and beyond to make for a successful tax season. Due to the pandemic individuals were required to drop off their tax documents to tables outside were outdoor heaters were located. Due to some days of extreme cold folks were inside for short periods of time for the drop off process. Each return was then reviewed and completed within 8-10 business days. The volunteers really missed the personal exchange they would receive with the folks. Even with the difficult year that included inconvenient situations, the volunteer tax workers made every moment count and we are very grateful for their time, effort, and hard work.

Narragansett Community Center, 53 Mumford Road, Narragansett, RI 02882 Narragansett Senior Association Newsletter May, 2021

EXERCISE ROOM

Available Monday - Friday 8:45am until 4pm. Workout time will consist of 1 hour. Only two individuals allowed in Fitness Room at a time. Hand Sanitizer and wipes provided Wiping machines before and after usage is required No walk ins/Registration required in advance For more information, call the Community Center @ 401-782-0675.

Do you need help using your smartphone, tablet, or computer?

Cyber-Seniors’ trained Tech Mentors are young People who teach technology to older adults.

They’ll help you learn to: Set up a video call with friends and family

Order your groceries and medications and arrange for their delivery

Set up video appointments with medical professionals

Stream news, videos, music and more Call 1-844-217-3057

To register for FREE webinars or to schedule one on one help over the phone.

Floral Arrangement Class Thursday, May 13th

All materials delivered to your home or pick up at the Community Center, 53 Mumford Road

Cost: $20.00 per participant Registration needed by May 10th

call 782-0675 for more information

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Contact Renee Barstow to place an ad today! rbarstow@ lpicommunities.com or (800) 950-9952 x6457

ALL CLASSES TO BE HELD OUTSIDE

Zumba Gold * Standing* Class Fun filled exercise class and is for everyone at any fit-ness level! Taught by a physical therapist and licensed

Zumba Gold instructor, this class is set to music that will motivate and get you moving!! Zumba can lower blood pressure, improve strength, decrease stress and much

more! Friday at 9:00 am - 9:45 am

at the pavilion area Chair Yoga

An excellent way for loosening and stretching painful muscles and reduces stress, and improves circulation. Monday and Friday at 10:00 am returning in June

Dancing Come enjoy a fun way to exercise and meet new friends

while dancing to some great tunes. Friday 11:00 am

Free Classes TAI CHI Tai Chi is a low impact exercise that promotes health and

longevity. Outside Classes: Tuesday, 11am, Thursday 11:00 am

($5 per person) Beginner class Thursday 10:30 am

($2 per person) Indoor Zoom Class if weather is too cold for outdoor

class (FREE) Contact jngee@icloud.com with any questions! Save the date

Lobster Fest Newport Playhouse Matinee

A Little Quickie Tuesday, September 14th Cost is $65.00 per/person

Reservations accepted $10.00 deposit payable to:

Narragansett Senior Association Final payment due August 10, 2021

Transportation is not included.

BINGO A start date will be announced soon!

Only registered individuals are able to participate.

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION

Pre register two days in advance Will be limited windows for transportation from 10:30am-2pm for Medical appointments due to lunches being delivered at that time All accommodations will be on a case-by-case basis Passengers must maintain proper distancing guidelines and must wear face coverings Hand sanitizer and disposable wipes are available for all patrons

Grocery Shopping Available Wednesday mornings with pick up times starting at 9am

WATERCOLOR CLASSES

Welcome back Sue Greco as she will be instructing a watercolor classes on Monday’s. May 10th and May 24th at 11:00 am– 1:00 pm Class size is limited, $5.00 fee Register by calling the office 401-782-0675 (sample designs listed below)

May 24th

May 10th

Word Search

Blossom Butterfly Cleaning Dandelion Flowers Garden

Green May Picnic Rainbow Robin Showers

Senior Association Senior Officers & Board of Directors

2020-2021 Elaine Stannard, President

Barbara Gabriele, Vice President Jane Gemma, Secretary

Sandra Rodrigues, Interim Treasurer

Board of Directors Don Sullivan John Roberts Sally Cooper Olga Catalano Margo Matheson

Narragansett Senior Association is a non profit asso-ciation in collaboration with the Senior Coordinator for the Department of Parks and Recreation for the purpose of developing and implementing programs for our senior population. If you are interested in be-coming a member call the office and the fee for year-ly dues is $10.00.

SPONSORING OUTDOOR FITNESS CHAIR YOGA

Tuesday May 4 th Thursday May 27 th

at 10:00 am CLASSES ARE FREE

All are invited to join these fitness classes.

Come enjoy the warmer weather and get active with Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island.

Don’t forget to wear a Mask and bring a Matt!!

Classes will be located outside at the pavilion area

Answers

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