The April newsletter of the Agawam Senior Scene has been published online. The performance will take place at the Agawam Senior Center , 954 Main Street , Agawam; showtime is 7:00 PM; doors open at 6:15 PM . Consider applying to be a volunteer for the Council on Aging. Information found on CountyOffice.org is strictly for informational purposes and does not construe legal, financial or medical advice. Please contact your respective Senior & Community Center for questions about activities, mask requirements and/or social distancing requirements. https://www.townofwestspringfield.org/government/news-communication/covid-19-information-updates/covid-vaccine-rollout. State Sen. John C. Velis, D-Chicopee, and Mayor William Sapelli presented a $75,000 check to Agawam Senior Center director Mike Squindo for a new van. They can do this either online at www.myactivecenter.com or by calling the center at 821-0604. Mitnick says he likes to mix in a few line dances because it allows those who come without partners to get up and have fun. 0. Big Y, Stop & Shop in Feeding Hills, and the Eastfield Mall in Springfield are some of the other sites residents 75 and over can sign up for. /F2 15 0 R Popularity:#2 of 2 Senior Centers in Hampden County#21 of 27 Senior Centers in Massachusetts#653 in Senior Centers. If the Agawam Senior Center isnt on your radar, dances can be found twice a month on Fridays at the Chicopee Lodge of Elks, the third Monday of each month at the Longmeadow Adult Center and future dates at the Enfield Senior Center. | Ryan Feyrerfeyre@thewestfieldnewsgroup.com, West Springfield and Agawam continue to assist residents 75 years of age and older with registering for vaccine clinics. Residents of Agawam and Feeding Hills can call the Agawam Senior Center at 821-0605 where a message will prompt them to press 7. Want to join an amazing team in serving your community? Were working with the Health Department to make sure we keep a tally on where we are for our count, said Squindo. The goal of this hotline is to make it easier for those 75 and older individuals who originally had trouble utilizing online registration for the vaccine. /XObject << If you would like to join the center as a "member" and have a key-tag available for you upon your first visit, please use our New "Membership" Form. /GS6 41 0 R Richie Mitnick , famous throughout the region for turning his keyboard into an entire orchestra , presents the golden voice of Joe Saimeri , one of . AGAWAM The Agawam Senior Center will be getting some shiny new wheels this year. Welcome Letter Council on Aging & Senior Center News and Updates Join the Senior Center Subscribe to Digital Newsletter Register for Meals and Programs Online Congregate Meals & Coffee Shoppe Programs Services Professional Meals Referral Senior Resource Fair Home Jobs GIS Contact The Town of Agawam 36 Main Street Agawam, MA 01001 If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. The Senior Center provides programs to meet the needs and interests of seniors, including recreational and leisure programs, health and wellness programs, cultural programs, and classes. As of press time, there have been around 530 seniors who have called to book an appointment for a vaccine clinic. In the message posted on Jan. 28, Reichelt indicated that elders 75 years of age and older could begin registering for appointments at the towns Senior Center, which will be administering the shots as the towns vaccine supply arrives. 5 0 obj /Length 2951 xZ[o~@g>KlM @58(&'EqPE~F:[Z0#"937C]~zg 7osRmMr*klpzoO7'|o~-h2ge^iiMKOC_:4~i Cp6'=-O%` c*8G=FWL voWL_ KZyt)q/ Third party advertisements support hosting, listing verification, updates, and site maintenance. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. 1 0 obj Your opportunity to ask your questions related to iPhones, Android phones, iPads, or computers and receive support from knowledgeable peers. For more information on the vaccine rollout in West Springfield, visit the website here: https://www.townofwestspringfield.org/government/news-communication/covid-19-information-updates/covid-vaccine-rollout. People who want to go that route should however use the state website to register, rather than the Agawam/Feeding Hills hotline. Published: Jan. 09, 2022, 5:30 a.m. 10. /ExtGState << The funding was secured for senior transportation needs from the recent American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). We are talking about the crowd that gathers every first Wednesday of the month at the Agawam Senior Center for a session of ballroom dancing. endobj Other general resources for the vaccine are also available on the state website. Access featured local businesses and organizations in your area. /Order [76 0 R] /GS4 39 0 R /GS5 40 0 R Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). AGAWAM They can twirl, sway and chasse their way across the dance floor even into their 90s. 703 Ridge Avenue Mt Airy, MD 21771 Directions 410-386-3960 or 301-829-2407 410-549-5429 (Fax) Email: mtairysc@carrollcountymd.gov Angie Walz, Center Manager. Please consider one of the following options to help you gain more information about what is happening, as well as to stay in communication with us in the most convenient manner for you! We will help where were able too.. Ann Palmisano, Assistant Center Manager The senior center and the Town of Agawam began devising a plan for a central hotline during the last week of January. >> /Kids [71 0 R] (Photo courtesy of Velis). /I2 45 0 R Every first responder in West Springfield has already been vaccinated, as well as everyone who is a COVID-safety worker, according to Camossi. stream And for those with limited ability to navigate the internet, there is no access to appointment booking at all, said Lesser in a statement received by Reminder Publishing. You can get a more detailed list of programs in our newsletter, the Agawam Senior Scene. Were trying to connect people to the most appropriate services, help them maintain the quarantine and social distancing, he said of the services the center is still able to offer seniors., Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our. The Council on Aging and Senior Center provide a place to promote a spirit of healthy, positive, aging through education and activities for all seniors, their families, and the community at large. >> The Senior Center provides programs to meet the needs and interests of seniors, including recreational and leisure programs, health and wellness programs, cultural programs, and classes. The Senior Center also provides social services resources. All rights reserved (About Us). It is important to register for some of our events in advance. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. Currently you can register for lunch at the touch-screens or by calling a day before; and for all other programs by contacting us at 413-821-0604 ext. /F6 31 0 R The building opens to the public at 6:15 PM. In addition to phone call, text, you can now email the center receptionist. Mayor William Sapelli has established a central registration phone line for Agawam and Feeding Hills residents only. Charlie Bakers Phase 2 eligible cohort elders 75 years of age and older could manage. Privacy Policy Senator 4 0 obj >> The funds Senator Velis successfully fought for from the state budget will help ease a critical transportation problem facing many Agawam senior citizens. Find 5 Senior Centers within 33.7 miles of Agawam Senior Center. NEW! We are constantly working to improve the ways we can best serve you and would appreciate any feedback you have to offer. Don Treeger | dtreeger@repub.com. /TrimBox [0 0 612 792] /I4 49 0 R /GS1 36 0 R /F5 27 0 R Feb. 3, 7 0 obj In addition, the center will continue to provide transportation services on a limited basis for the time being, for non-sick medical appointments, though a lot of medical appointments are moving to telemedicine, Squindo noted, and for necessary grocery shopping. More Local News to Love Start today for 50% off Expires 3/6/23. Feb. 10, AGAWAM The Agawam Senior Center will be getting some shiny new wheels this year. This group of individuals is prepared to answer your questions on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 10 a.m. These programs, such as lunch, specifically note so in our newsletter. We had to unfortunately take down that public site because people arent refraining from registering everywhere and anywhere they can, said Squindo. Applications are available online and can be submitted to klynch@agawam.ma.us, The Town of Agawam36 Main StreetAgawam, MA 01001. /I7 57 0 R Residents in Agawam and Feeding Hills are encouraged to call the hotline Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. West Springfield is also only allocated about 100 vaccines per week from the state, according to Carly Camossi, the mayors outreach coordinator in the city. As we return to a new normal, we are working hard to improve options for you to know what is going on at the senior center. Call Kristina at 726-2836 to register. Suggest Listing Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Class is held in the Auditorium CHANNEL12 PROGRAMINGDAILY Agawam Senior Center in Agawam, Massachusetts, get driving directions from your location. It is here! 3 0 obj All rights reserved (About Us). Those who called the hotline and booked for the towns clinic will get two appointments for the two doses of the vaccine, according to Squindo. By late morning on Jan. 28, state Sen. Eric Lesser had filed emergency legislation requesting the Department of Public Health to create a one-stop vaccine registration website accessible from both desktop computers and mobile devices, and that it establish a 24/7 vaccine registration hotline available in multiple languages to assist elders and other eligible residents in registering for the vaccine. The May installment of the Agawam Cultural Council's popular Applause Series will take place on Friday, May 6, 2022 at the Agawam Senior Center. To sign up for the town clinic specifically, Agawam and Feeding Hills residents 75 and older must use that hotline. The Phase 2 vaccine rollout is creating mass confusion and anxiety for our eligible senior population. The registration procedure required computer access to the states vaccination site, www.Massgov/vaccine, as well as a way to upload an image of the applicants current insurance card. Residents of Agawam and Feeding Hills can call the Agawam Senior Center at 821-0605 where a message will prompt them to press 7. The Agawam Council on Aging is dedicated to meeting the information, service, and recreation needs of older adults in our community. Also you can sign up for regular lunches online at: www.myactivecenter.com 44 2 shares Share The Agawam Council on Aging is dedicated to meeting the information, service, and recreation needs of. The original plan in Agawam and Feeding Hills was to post the town clinic online so people could register themselves. If you want a hard copy, they will be here in a week or two. In addition to the actions taken by area senior centers to help residents register for COVID-19 vaccines, members of the state legislature have called for a streamlined registration process, and the creation of a hotline to assist those without computer access. Rick Spencer and Dawn Indermuehle will present 1960s American Pop: Songs from The Brill Building at 7:00 PM. 0. /I1 43 0 R We currently have the ability for you to "check-in" via a touch screen computer located at both reception areas as you enter the building. /I8 59 0 R All 10 pages of content available for viewing digitally! /Kids [4 0 R 72 0 R 212 0 R 248 0 R 340 0 R 347 0 R 457 0 R 521 0 R 571 0 R 622 0 R 636 0 R 722 0 R] Be sure to check out all the various resources on our pages, and know that if you have any questions we are only a phone call away. Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Follow the link to download, and subscribe to future newsletters directly by email. As a national leader in healthcare, it is simply inexcusable that Massachusetts has fallen so far behind other states. >> Residents in West Springfield will call the senior center at 263-3264 and follow the message prompt. Email is listed above; or you can click here! The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. 1) Don't know who to contact? With Richie Mitnick on the keyboards, a dozen or so couples fill the dance floor with traditional ballroom dances like the foxtrot as well as line dances. Page 10 A Night Out with Whiskey Traveler WORD SEARCH The bank of hometown values. endobj Agawam Senior Center receives $50K in state funding. We are constantly working to improve the ways we can best serve you and would appreciate any feedback you have to offer. The Agawam Senior Center is excited to partner up Sunshine Village for two crafting events at the Senior Center. The message does ask that individuals allow up to one week for a return call from a center staff member, due to a high volume of requests. /Type /SubPage 2021 /I9 63 0 R endobj /I6 53 0 R Ballroom dancers trot through Agawam Senior Center. 954 Main Street Agawam, MA 01001 413-821-0604 Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm Facebook: @AgawamSeniors Website: www.agawam.ma.us Fax: 413-789-4092 EVENTHIGHLIGHT Check Page 4 Update from Senator Velis On Page 5 please look for our movies that will be on Friday. The Agawam Senior Center, located in Agawam, MA, is a community center that offers a range of programs and services for aging residents of Hampden County. /OCProperties << City Hall Searles Building 41 Pleasant Street Methuen, MA 01844 Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. endobj Council on Aging & Senior Center Contact Us Form Physical Address 954 Main Street Agawam, MA 01001 Phone: 413-821-0604 Fax: 413-789-4092 Directory Michael Squindo Executive Director Email Director Phone: 413-726-2835 Kristina Lynch Assistant Director Email for Programs, Volunteering, and Facilities Phone: 413-726-2836 Outreach Coordinator Squindo said it was then that the organization decided to vote in favor of donating $25,000 towards the cost of a new generator. << Michael A. Squindo, LCSW Executive Director, The Town of Agawam36 Main StreetAgawam, MA 01001. On Monday, state Sen. John C. Velis, D-Westfield, presented a $75,000 check to the senior center. Be sure to check out the Agawam Senior Scene, and subscribe to receive a digital copy in your inbox and get a leg up on all the fun activities we have scheduled for you! /GS3 38 0 R /OCGs [76 0 R] Address 954 Main Street Agawam, MA 01001 USA Phone 413-821-0604 Website Visit Website Building Hours Weekday Monday:8:00 am - 9:00 pm Tuesday:8:00 am - 9:00 pm Wednesday:8:00 am - 9:00 pm Thursday:8:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday:8:00 am - 9:00 pm Show Map About Agawam Senior Center - Agawam, MA Visit website Dear Visitor, The problem however, according to Squindo, is that there is no way to limit a public registration to a geographical area, so people from Eastern Mass. AGAWAM/WEST SPRINGFIELD Local officials in Agawam and West Springfield say they are doing everything they can to assist the senior population during the first step of Phase 2 of the COVID-19 vaccine rollout. Reminder Publishing submitted photo. /Parent 3 0 R On Monday, state Sen. John C. Velis, D-Westfield, presented a $75,000 check to the senior center. Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Locally, several senior centers have quickly jumped in to help their members - and elders who live in the towns they serve - register for COVID-19 vaccinations. /MC1 42 0 R About Us Contact Us On behalf of all the staff at the Agawam Council on Aging, welcome to the Senior Center! calling the Senior Center. >> 601 were here. Reach a receptionist by emailing seniorcenter@agawam.ma.us, 4) Text with us by sending a message to 855-929-3449 (note you must be a member of the COA - Fill out our membership form to join! Here is February's lunch menu! March 20, 2020 | Debbie Gardner debbieg@thereminder.com The Agawam senior center is offering meals to-go. Currently you can register for lunch at the touch-screens, online at www.myactivecenter.com or by calling a day before; for all other programs please call 413-821-0604 ext. endobj Please feel free to follow the link to view it digitally. /JT 729 0 R Mario Ronghi and his wife, Mena, often organize the dances, where they love to dance the Viennese waltz. /Type /Catalog The February Newsletter is available online at: https://www.ourseniorcenter.com/find/agawam-senior-center From here you can always register to receive the digital newsletter to your email. Even at 90 years old, Mario keeps up with the crowd. /I12 69 0 R >> The staff will then put those residents on a list, and fit them for an appointment as soon as the city can. He said the Friends of the Agawam Senior Center also put out what Squindo described as "a blast" in their monthly newsletter asking for local businesses and residents to consider contributing toward the cost as well. Residents age 65 and older, who will be part of the Phase 2 second cohort, can call and provide the same information by pressing 3. AGAWAM Beginning this week, the Agawam Senior Center is offering seniors who usually take advantage of the facilitys noon meal the option to get a meal to go, delivered curbside. I want to take a moment to personally thank you for coming to our section of the Town website. I want to take a moment to personally thank you for your interest in our Senior Center. The town is prepared to also register people for a second clinic, but Squindo said that they can only work with what they have now. Just sent the April newsletter to the printer. /Type /Pages /F1 11 0 R 2023 County Office. All Rights Reserved. These programs, such as lunch, specifically note so in our newsletter. Agawam, MA 01001 413-821-0604 Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:30 pm Facebook: @AgawamSeniors Website: www.agawam.ma.us Fax: 413-789-4092 EVENT HIGHLIGHT Check Page 5 for a refreshing Summer Greek Salad Recipe. Photo Credit: Town of Agawam AGAWAM- Beginning this week, the Agawam Senior Center is offering seniors who usually take advantage of the facility's noon meal the option to get a meal to go, delivered curbside. The system is cumbersome, contradictory, and asks residents over 75 to navigate a haze of web links, locations, and instructions, each with different criteria and scheduling systems. Michael A. Squindo, LCSW County Office is not affiliated with any government agency. We strongly encourage you to register to receive a digital copy by email every month. Here you will have access to our current and a number of our previously published newsletters. /ViewerPreferences 2 0 R /Type /Pages Manage your subscriptions to local communities. March 20, /Pages 3 0 R Residents in this age group from Agawam and Feeding Hills just have to dial this number, and leave their name and phone number after the message prompt. << Hard copy prints are not yet available. We recognize that seniors either dont have access to the necessary resources, or are uncomfortable using those resources, said Michael Squindo, the director at the Agawam Senior Center.
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