Peabody Holiday Concert 2017

2017 Peter A. Torigian Senior Center - Age Friendly Survey

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We encourage you to ... Get Involved!

We are writing to ask you to participate in a survey.  We are not seeking funds, just your ideas.  

The City of Peabody is seeking to become an Age Friendly City, a program directed by

AARP nationally and the World Health Organization internationally. To achieve this status,
we must identify and correct any situation where possible, that impedes healthy and safe
living for Seniors. Mayor Bettencourt and City Administrators are committed to maintaining and improving CityServices for Seniors and eager to support this effort.

Our shining example of this commitment is the Torigian Senior Center. If you wish to have more information about our organization, please visit us to take advantage of the programs. The survey can be downloaded and printed or obtained in one of this month's newsletters.  It is an important step in gathering information to identify the unmet needs of our Seniors in Peabody. The survey would take about 15 minutes to complete. Please feel free to add any comments. 

An envelope is provided in this months newsletter for your convenience to return the survey. You may also print it and use the drop box at the Senior Center. We look forward to your participation!

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Mail to: FRIENDS OF THE
PEABODY COUNCIL ON AGING
75R CENTRAL STREET
PEABODY MA 01960-4393

We will be publishing a summary of the results, which will be totally anonymous.  

Thank you for your assistance! Carolyn Wynn, Director and Leona Kaplan, PCOA Special Projects

  

LIVE PEABODY an Age Friendly City

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2017 International Festival

Transportation Bulletin: Shout out to Digital Wave Signs!

Shout out to “DigitalWaveSigns” and Scott Lohan for the design wrap on our new MV1 vehicle.

We are the first transportation system on the North Shore with this vehicle and Scott’s design 

really makes it “POP”. 

Digital Wave Signs

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Mobility Assistance Program - Grant for New Vans

On Thursday, July 6, 2017, we were honored to have Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito come to the Peabody Council on Aging to speak about the Mobility Assistance Program. 

This year with the funds from this program, the Peabody Council on Aging received six new vehicles; three 8-Passenger vans, one 14-Passenger van, one 16-Passenger van and a Handicapped Accessible car called the MV-1.

The grant provides 80% of the cost of these new vehicles with the Friends of the Peabody Council on Aging providing the 20% local match.  These new vehicles will replace some older vehicles in our fleet.  The new vans will help us provide the almost 50,000 rides per year to Seniors and disabled residents of Peabody.

Speakers included Mike Berry, Mass DOT Legislative & Community Affairs and Astrid Glynn, Mass DOT Rail & Transit Administrator.  Pictured with the Lieutenant Governor are:  Mayor Ted Bettencourt, Jr., Peabody Council on Aging Director Carolyn Wynn,  Board Members of both the Peabody Council on Aging and ‘Friends of the Peabody Council on Aging’,  Senator Joan Lovely, State Representative Tom Walsh and the Councilors of the City of Peabody.

Peabody Council on Aging: Vehicle Recognition Ceremony

FREE ADMISSION - Commonwealth Museum - Free Parking

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Peabody TRIAD Council

The Peabody TRIAD Council meets once a month and works diligently to present their programs to all Peabody seniors and to develop & implement programs which enrich and protect the day-to-day living of all the seniors in our community. These programs are currently being presented at various venues, including Senior Housing.

TRIAD events have been held at the following sites this past month for information and distribution of TRIAD materials.

Tuesday, May 2^nd11 am in the Eastman Park
Wednesday, May 10^th11 am at Tannery II, 12 Crowninshield 

Tuesday, May 16^th 11 am in the Wilson Terrace Community 

Tuesday, May 30^th 11 am Bresnahan Street 

Wednesday, May 31^st11 am at Peabody House, 18 Walnut 

Wednesday, June 7^th 11 am at Seaglitz, 75 Central Street 

Free lunch was provided by the Peabody Council on Aging

Guest speakers included:

• Leona Kaplan who discussed the City of Peabody and what it means to be an Age Friendly Community

• Carol Pallazolla was there from Element Care to discuss complete care through PACE 

There was food, drinks, raffles, give-a-ways and more!! 

If you missed out on this event, please watch our blog page for upcoming events as we progress with the global network of age friendly communities. 

Maryanne Pierce, Peabody Council on Aging, Social Services Coordinator
Richard Nelson, Deputy Fire Chief, Fire Awareness
Leona Kaplan discussed the City of Peabody and what it means to be an Age Friendly Community
Carol Pallazolla was there from Element Care to discuss complete care through PACE

Lanna Walsh, Service Coordinator
Danielle Intem, North Shore Elder Service Intern
Joseph Mendonca PCOA TRIAD Chairperson

Peabody TRIAD Council

The Peabody TRIAD Council meets once a month and works diligently to present their programs to all Peabody seniors and to develop & implement programs which enrich and protect the day-to-day living of all the seniors in our community. These programs are currently being presented at various venues, including Senior Housing.

TRIAD events have been held at the following sites for information and distribution of TRIAD materials.

• Tuesday, April 11^th 11 am at Fairweather Apartments 

• Tuesday, April 18^th 11 am in the Rockdale Park 

• Tuesday, April 25^th 11 am at Penelope Apartments 

On April 12, 2017 the City of Peabody was presented a plaque upon joining the global network of age friendly communities. 

Watch the presentation here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Znw4P-rHyp8

Guest Speakers:

Maryanne Pierce, Peabody Council on Aging, Social Services Coordinator
Richard Nelson, Deputy Fire Chief, Fire Awareness
Leona Kaplan discussed the City of Peabody and what it means to be an Age Friendly Community
Carol Pallazolla was there from Element Care to discuss complete care through PACE

Lanna Walsh, Service Coordinator
Danielle Intem, North Shore Elder Service Intern
Joseph Mendonca PCOA TRIAD Chairperson

Avoiding Caregiver Burnout: 5 Ways to Find Respite - Healthy Aging Blog | NCOA

Avoiding Caregiver Burnout: 5 Ways to Find Respite - Healthy Aging Blog | NCOA: Trying to wear multiple hats as a caregiver can impact your health as well as the quality of care you provide. Learn how to find a respite and avoid burnout.

PEABODY TRIAD COUNCIL Current Projects

The Peabody TRIAD Council meets once a month and works diligently to present their programs to all Peabody seniors and to develop & implement programs which enrich and protect the day-to-day living of all the seniors in our community. These programs are currently being presented at various venues, including Senior Housing.

TRIAD events have been held at the following sites for information and distribution of TRIAD materials.

• Monday February 27th at Fairweather Apartments, 20 Central St

• Monday March 13th at Penelope, 98 Central Street

• Tuesday April 4th at Connolly Terrace

Guest Speakers:

Maryanne Pierce, Peabody Council on Aging, Social Services Coordinator
Richard Nelson, Deputy Fire Chief, Fire Awareness
Leona Kaplan discussed the City of Peabody and what it means to be an Age Friendly Community
Carol Pallazolla was there from Element Care to discuss complete care through PACE

Lanna Walsh, Service Coordinator
Danielle Intem, North Shore Elder Service Intern
Joseph Mendonca PCOA TRIAD Chairperson

Essex Technical High School COSMETOLOGY – SALON 565

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2016 PVMHS Veterans Day Breakfast