The Senior Center will be closed today, November 11th in celebration of Veteran’s Day.
As always, there is an abundance of information in our monthly Senior News & Events. November is an especially busy month with a variety of programs to enjoy. While pre-registration of programs is requested as it is help in planning, it is not necessary unless indicated, so walk-ins are welcome at many programs. You can find the November 2022 edition as well as any past or future editions of the newsletter here: Link to Newsletters
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIV
The Brookline Senior Center is hosting the American Red Cross for a Blood Drive on Monday, November 14 from 9:00am-2:00pm. To schedule an appointment, please call 1-800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: SCBrookline. When you register, you will have to select your time and donation type (“blood" or "Power Red"). Please see the Red Cross website for more information.
SAVVY & SAFE WORKSHOP
On Monday, November 14 at 1:00pm at the Senior Center, join Sensei Noah Lucia of Boston Budo (our Karate for Seniors instructor) for this workshop designed primarily for those who want to feel safer and more confident during their daily lives. Whether you’re new to the city and you commute home late, you sometimes feel unsure in garages or you simply want to reawaken your senses, this program puts you one step ahead and gives you some tools to go. The personal safety workshop outlines strategies for avoiding danger using simple deterrents like time, light and noise. Participants learn how to develop increased awareness, problem solving skills and confidence, as well as simple self-defense techniques which are easy to remember and proven effective in physical confrontations. All ages and skill levels are welcome to participate. Please register at 617-730-2770.
STRESS REDUCTION & MEDITATION
As part of our everyday lives, stress takes a toll on our health and well being. On Wednesday, November 16 at 10:30am, let's come together to learn more about the impact of stress and to share solutions for self-care and resiliency. Deborah Lisansky Beck, MSW, LICSW, is the former director of the BSW Program at Wheelock College, a practitioner and teacher of mindfulness meditation, and a longtime friend of the Brookline Senior Center. Please register at 617-730-2770.
Songfest!
Join BrooklineCAN on Wednesday, November 16 from 1:30-3:30 at the Senior Center for this special program. Music with Heart, a nonprofit organization made up of joyous volunteer singers and musicians, has been helping Greater Boston's homeless population and senior communities find joy and hope through their interactive music program for more than 31 years. Come and sing-along, dance, tap your feet or just listen and soak up the inspiring community spirit! Please register at 617-730-2770. Brookline Community Aging Network (BrooklineCAN) provides information to help residents remain engaged in the community and advocates to make Brookline an even better place to live for seniors and everyone. BrooklineCAN Founding Partners (Town of Brookline, Jewish Family & Child Services, Goddard House, Center Communities of Brookline Hebrew Senior Life)
DIABETES INFORMATION SESSION
In honor of World Diabetes Day this month, please join us at the Senior Center on Thursday, November 17 at 1:00pm for this special collaborative presentation by students from two organizations of the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS): AphA Academy of Student Pharmacists Operation Diabetes & Faculty and Student Community Outreach Program (FASCO). The presentation will focus on the following:
-What is Diabetes?
-Diabetes Medication Management and Adherence
-Lifestyle Modifications for Diabetes Management
-OTC Considerations for Diabetes Management
The presentation should be 1 to 1.5 hours based on the content and time for questions. Please register at 617-730-2770.
Autumn Benefit
Please support our Autumn Benefit this year. We are dependent on the financial support of the community to sustain our programs and services. We appreciate and welcome donations of any amount. Those who contribute $100 or more are eligible to receive a gift card from Brookline Booksmith, Eureka!, or The Olive Connection as a token of our appreciation. The deadline for gift cards is Friday, November 18th. To donate by credit card, go to www.brooklineseniorcenter.org and click the DONATE button. A special acknowledgement to our Diamond sponsors, Beth Israel Lahey Health/ Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Michael Merrill.
