October 13, 2006

Volunteer drivers needed

Recently SHASS was awarded funds from Region IV Area Agency on Aging, which include Ride-Easy, a partnership between SHASS, Van Buren Public Transit and the Department of Human Services. Any senior, age 60 or over, living in Van Buren County, who needs transportation for medical care, in or out of Van Buren County, may qualify for Ride-Easy.

People interested in voluntering to drive seniors to medical appointments through Ride-Easy should call Arles Odette, weekdays, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. at 269-637-3607 or toll free, 1-866-627-8904. Volunteer drivers will be reimbursed for mileage. Registering to drive involves providing a copy of a valid driver's license, vehicle registration, personal auto liability insurance and a driving record that complies with acceptable program standards as described in a volunteer check list given to the volunteer.

Seniors needing transportation for medical appointments through Ride-Easy should also call Arles at one of the above numbers. It's important that we have reliable drivers to help seniors get the medical care they need. It is part of our mission to promote independence through volunteers and community support.

For more information, check out our website at www.shass.org

Stay warm! Our winter-like weather has arrived too soon.

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October 03, 2006

Discover the color of SHASS events this fall

October brims with colorful SHASS events as varied as the month's fall colors. From the following schedule, pick your "color." (For more information, you can also go to our website www.shass.org, diligently administered by our Web Master Ted Martin.)

These activities are open to all seniors and anyone else who wants to take part.

Arthritis Self-Help Course, Mondays, 1-3 p.m., Oct 2nd - Nov. 6
This informational series of classes, led by Scott Smith, an Arthritis Foundation trained instructor, will cover such topics as management of arthritis, strategies for decreasing pain, how to relax and deal with stress, proper use of exercise, good nutrition habits, and much more. The workshops take place at the Warren Senior Center, 540 Williams Street, South Haven. For more information, or to sign up (there is still room), call SHASS, weekdays, 9 a.m. -4 p.m., at 637-3607.

Chair Massage, 1-3 p.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays, Warren Senior Center
Certified Massage Therapist, Marie Hudson, is offering 15-minute chair massages. Cost is $5 payable to Marie. For more information, or to schedule a time, call SHASS at 637-3607.

Tai Chi Classes, 12:30 p.m., every Wednesday, starting Oct. 11
These great exercise classes at the Warren Senior Center will be led by Gratia Soergel who will put you through gentle paces. For more information, or to sign up, call SHASS at 637-3607.

Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
From 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14, a super spaghetti dinner will be held at the South Haven Moose Lodge, 1025 Wells Street (by Van Buren County Courthouse). Tickets are $10 per adult and $5 for children 10 and under. All proceeds will be used for an Emergency Fund for Seniors to help with medication expenses, utility bills, etc. This event is sponsored by the South Haven Moose Lodge and SHASS. SHASS will be assisted in serving the meal by the Bangor, Covert Township and South Haven Black River Lions. For more information, call SHASS at 637-3607.

Breast Cancer Awareness Seminar, 10 a.m., Monday, Oct. 16
Barbara Lane, RN and Executive Director of Berrien County Cancer Services, will give a free presentation on Breast Cancer Awarenss at the Covert Senior LifeLine Center located in the Van Buren Civic Organization Building on 34th Street in Covert. Lane will discuss self examinations, mammograms and will answer any questions from the audience. For more information or to sign up, call Covert Senior LifeLine at 269-764-8378.

SHASS Board Meeting - 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 18, Warren Senior Center, 540 Williams Street. The public is welcome to attend this meeting.

Flu Shots, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., Friday, Oct. 20
Flu shots will be given at the Warren Senior Center, 540 Williams Street. Appointments must be made; no walk-ins or children. There is a fee for the shots; bring your Medicare cards. The clinic is sponsored by Borgess Homecare in Kalamazoo. Call SHASS at 637-3607 to make an appointment.

Social Security Rep. coming to Warren Senior Center
At 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 24, a social security representative will be coming to the center located at 540 Williams Street. Baby boomers, seniors, pre-seniors are welcome to attend this free workshop. No sign up is required, just come. For more information, call SHASS at 637-3607.

Cholesterol Screening
Cholesterol Screenings will take place from 10 a.m. to noon on Monday, Oct. 30 at the Van Buren Civic Organization Building on 34th Street in Covert. The first 25 people who sign up will be screened for free, according to Nurse Candy Harris. The test includes cholesterol, LDL and glucose. Fasting beforehand is not necessary. Community Hospital Watervliet is sponsoring the screenings. For more information,or to register, call Covert Senior LifeLine at 269-764-8378.

Take time to enjoy the colorful fall season through these fun events and check out more events on our website

And..."be happy..."

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