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Join ESWA in celebrating #MarchForMeals
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The month of March mobilizes hundreds of local Meals on Wheels programs across the country to reach out to their communities and build the support that will enable them to serve America's seniors all year long. The 15th annual March for Meals campaign is led by Meals on Wheels America and gives the businesses, organizations, governments and volunteers who contribute so generously in their communities an opportunity to support homebound seniors in a variety of ways to make America stronger and healthier.
“March is a time for us all to rally around Meals on Wheels,” said Ellie Hollander, President and CEO of Meals on Wheels America. “Our ability to meet the needs of vulnerable seniors lies in the willingness and generosity of businesses, government and concerned individuals of all ages to contribute in their own way. It not only makes economic sense to enable seniors to stay healthy and safe at home, but it improves the health and vibrancy of our communities and our nation at large.”
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Thursday March 16th! St. Patrick's Day Meal: Corned Beef, Boiled Potato, Cabbage & Carrots and Fruited Ambrosia
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A shout out to all ESWA Meals on Wheels Drivers, both paid staff and volunteers, and to our Dining Center Volunteers.
ESWA thanks you, your clients and their families thank you and all of our Senior Centers thank you!
Because of you, together we celebrate March for Meals!
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Reservations are required.
Worcester Senior Center
Thursday March 9th
508- 799-8070
Pasta Bar
Leicester Senior Center
Wednesday March 15th
Reservations required by 3/3
508-892-7016
Baked Potato Bar
Oakham Senior Center
Friday March 17th
Reservations required by 3/13
508-882-5251
Pasta Bar
Holden Senior Center
Wednesday March 22nd
Reservations required by 3/16
508-210-5578
Baked Potato
Bar
Leicester Senior Center
Friday March 31st
Reservations required by 3/21
508-892-7016
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Kosher Meals
Bet Shalom Apartments
RSVP 2 days in advance
508-756-7109 ext. 232
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Rainbow Lunch and Supper Clubs
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Supper: March 7th
Lunches: March 8th & 22nd
The Rainbow Lunch and Supper Clubs offer LGBTIQA* seniors age 60+ a nutritious meal and an opportunity to socialize with friends.
The Rainbow Lunch Club meets the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Worcester, 90 Holden Street, Worcester, MA. Lunch is served at noon, followed by programs or social time.
The Rainbow Supper Club meets the 1st Tuesday evening of each month; 6:00-8:00pm also at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Worcester. Supper is served at 6:15pm, followed by social time.
Advance reservations are required,
one week prior: (508) 756-1545 ext. 404 or wlen@eswa.org. If no one is available please leave a message including your name and phone number and date you plan to attend.
We suggest a $2.50 donation from guests age 60 and older. The fee for all guests under age 60 is $5.50.
* Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, questioning, and allies.
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Elder Care Q&A - March 2017 - Getting The Most From Your Drug Plan
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Q: Is there more to using a drug plan than just selecting one?
A: Yes. Many people select a drug plan and then forget about it. But older adults report that medication costs and not understanding their drug benefits are major challenges. Seniors want simple information on cost, coverage and provider networks to get the most out of their drug benefits. People on Medicare are receiving their new prescription drug plan materials. It may be a Medicare Part D plan, or a Medicare Advantage Plan (Part C), but you can save money and avoid medication mistakes by understanding your benefit
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We've set a place for you at our table
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Bring your Ideas to the Table
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Do you have a favorite meal? Have a question about a meal's nutritional content? Interested in having us serve something different?
We want to hear from you!
The Nutrition program invites you to bring us your comments, questions and suggestions. You may call us between the hours of 8:00am-4:00pm at 508-852-3205 or you may email the nutrition staff anytime at nutrition@eswa.org
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The Nutrition Project is administered by Elder Services of Worcester Area, Inc. and receives federal
financial support under the Older Americans Act provided by the Central Massachusetts Agency on Aging and the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs.
Funders also include United Way of Central Massachusetts,
Greater Worcester Community Foundation, local Councils on Aging,
participant donations, grants and individual support.
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