Senior Events

March 19, 2015 by Staff Report

Bainbridge/Chagrin AARP

The Bainbridge/Chagrin AARP 4527 will meet April 7 at 1 p.m. at the Bainbridge Town Hall, 17826 Chillicothe Road in Bainbridge Township.

Ike Brooks will present a program on baseball heritage and the Cleveland Indian’s League Park. After the program, there will be a brief meeting and refreshments.

Upcoming bus trips include a trip to Seneca Allegheny Casino on April 22 for $38, with a slot bonus of $29 and food bonus of $5; and a trip to Presque It’sle Casino on May 27 for $27, with a slot bonus of $35. Contact Skip or Marge at 440-338-3607 if interested.

Food, paper products and other items will be collected for the Food For Friends food pantry as well as donations to the Geauga County Dog Shelter. It needs dog food, leashes, laundry detergent, paper towels, old blankets, towels, hot dogs and monetary donations for medical needs.

For more information, call Betty Franek, 440-543-4767.

Senior Center Events

Chardon Senior Center, 12555 Raven-wood Drive, Chardon, 440-279-2130.

Stress Reduction: March 19, 1 p.m. Natalie Wells, RN, BSN, will share fun simple ways to reduce the stress in one’s life through activities like deep breathing, guided meditation and mindfulness. Chocolate included.

Book Club: March 20, 1 p.m. The group will discuss “Hotel on The Corner of Bitter and Sweet” in the center’s newly remodeled library.

Health Presentation: March 23, 11 a.m. UH Geauga Medical Center will present “Drop Those Fries and Move Those Thighs.” The group will discuss the benefits of staying physically active. Bone density screenings will also be conducted.

Middlefield Senior Center, 15820 Ridge-wood Drive, Middlefield, 440-632-0611.

Health Presentation: March 25. UH Geauga Medical Center will present “Drop Those Fries and Move Those Thighs.” Bone density screenings will follow presentation. RSVP by March 20.

West Geauga Senior Center, 11414 Caves Road, Chester, 440-729-2782.

National Nutrition Month: March 25. University Hospitals dietitian Jane Valvoda presents “Healthy Eating.”

Yoga: March 24. Floor Yoga, 2-2:30 p.m.; Chair Yoga, 2:30-3:30 p.m..

Chagrin Falls Senior Center, 7060 Woodland Ave., Bainbridge, 440-247-8510.

Walkers Club: Weekdays, 8 a.m.

Thompson Senior Center, 8091 Plank Road, Thompson, 440-298-3822.

It’s All About the Money: March 26. Presented by Barb Matthews from the Geauga County Board of Mental Health and Recovery Services. Learn how to handle the stress of having too much or not enough money.

Geauga Parks presents Amphibian Awakenings: March 26.

Volunteer Help Needed

The Geauga County Department on Aging is in need of volunteers from all over the county to help during the 2015 Geauga Spring Cleanup Days for seniors. The event kicks off April 4.

Many seniors can no longer rake their yards or flowerbeds, weed, clean up yard debris or wash windows. This is where volunteers can make a difference. By volunteering just a few hours of time, one can help a senior citizen remain independent and allow them to live in a safe, clean environment.

Volunteers will generally be assigned close to their homes to make the most of their volunteer time. Some volunteers, however, may choose another area in which they would like to work.

Individuals or groups who can help during the spring Clean Up Geauga Days are asked to contact Bob Debevits, home maintenance coordinator, or Bill Phillips, volunteer coordinator, at 440-279-2130, 440-564-7131, ext. 2130 or 440-834-1856 ext. 2130, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Register for Chester Twp. Senior Trash Pickup

Chester Township Trustees and Chester Road Department are joining forces with the Geauga County Department on Aging for the 2015 Chester Township Senior Trash Pick-Up Days April 13-15.

To register for trash pickup, one must be 60 years of age or older, live in Chester Township and be registered with Geauga County Department of Aging. The Chester Township Road Crew and the Department on Aging will pick up refuse from the senior’s home.

No liquids, paint, or other hazardous materials, construction debris, rocks, yard waste or household garbage will be accepted. A maximum of four tires off the rim and appliances, furniture and TVs will be accepted. All material should be consolidated in strong boxes and items should be kept dry and covered with a tarp if possible.

Only 10 household items per home and the trash should be from the registered senior’s household only. Items must be left outside of home or garage by April 12. Do not leave items curbside.

The senior, or someone 18 years or older that is appointed by the senior, must be home on the day of the pickup and sign a release for the items that will be picked up.

To register, call the Department on Aging at 440-279-2129, 440-279-2135, 440-279-2130, 440-834-1856, ext. 2130 or 440-564-7131, ext. 2130 weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Register for Munson Twp. Senior Trash Pickup

Munson Township Trustees and Munson Road Department are joining forces with the Geauga County Department on Aging for the Munson Township Senior Trash Pick-Up Days April 20-23.

To register for trash pickup, one must be 60 years of age or older, live in Munson Township and be registered with Geauga County Department of Aging. The Munson Township Road Crew and the Department on Aging will pick up refuse from the senior’s driveway and take it to the township Dumpsters.

No construction or remodeling debris, liquids, paint or other hazardous materials, rocks, yard waste, household garbage, televisions, computer monitors or small appliances with electrical components will be accepted.

Reduce wood or pipe to six-foot or less lengths. To prevent possible bed bug transferal, mattresses must be wrapped in plastic and securely taped or they will not be taken. Consolidate all small materials in strong boxes or containers

Unbroken car batteries, lawn mowers and a maximum of four tires off the rim will be accepted. To dispose of a junk auto or truck, call the township at 440-286-9255

To register, call the Department on Aging at 440-279-2129, 440-279-2135, 440-279-2130, 440-834-1856, ext. 2130 or 440-564-7131, ext. 2130 weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

When calling, provide the senior’s name, address, phone number, date of birth, last four digits of social security number and a list of items needing removal. The cleanup is on a first-come, first-serve basis. The number of senior residents that can be served is limited.