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In This Issue
  • Stewards of the Mission
  • Prescription Advantage:
  • Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

    • New Arrivals at the Inspired Gift
    Spa Basket Pink & Red
    Oatmeal Bowl
    Soup's On Basket

    Gift Store Hours

    Monday-Friday
    10am-2pm
    Open Saturdays
    Nov. 4th-Dec. 16th
    10am-4pm

    Save the Date

    North Shore Elder Services
    ANNUAL MEETING
    October 20, 2006
    8:45-11:00am
    North Shore Elder Services
    VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION CELEBRATION
    November 30th
    8:30-10:30am


    To RSVP for either event call 978-750-4540

    On-going Events

    FRIDAY MORNING COFFEE BUZZ
    Monthly, 2nd Friday
    10:30-11:30am
    Marblehead COA
    Stop in for coffee and get information about elder services and area resources.

    Caregiver Support Groups at NSES

    First & Third Mondays 10:30am
    Contact Janice Wyner
    jwyner@nselder.org
    First & Third Wednesdays 7:00pm
    Contact Gwen Kopka
    gkopka@nselder.org

    Volunteers Needed

    There is an ongoing need of Friendly Visitors, Food Shoppers, Money Managers, and Ombudsman-Nursing Home Resident Representative.

    Please consider volunteering a little of your time for the benefit of the elders of your community by becoming part of this great organization.
    Contact Joanne Hogan
    978-624-2288
    jhogan@nselder.org
    A Publication of North Shore Elder Services
    Life. Made easier.
    		 October 2006
    ladies on the bus

    "Some days it is important to know where you are headed and other days, you just go with the flow."

    - Ellie, NSES Client

    North Shore Elder Services invites you to come see where we are headed by attending our 2006 Annual Meeting on Friday, October 20th. Our guest speaker will be Secretary of Elder Affairs, Jennifer Davis Carey. The program will feature words from NSES Executive Director, Paul J. Lanzikos and Board President, Kenneth F. Koon, while highlighting employee longevity.

    Registration and refreshments begin at 8:45 a.m. followed by the program from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Members of the public are encouraged to attend and can RSVP by calling 978-624-2247 or by e- mailing lsculley@nselder.org. A $10 donation is requested.


    NSESLogo Stewards of the Mission

    All too frequently in organizations such as ours - a community-based, mission-driven, not-for-profit agency - the most under-appreciated group is the board of directors. Yet, they, both as a group and as individuals, are indispensable to any successful undertaking at North Shore Elder Services whether it is the daily routine of service delivery or a once-a- year special event.

    This year four remarkable and dedicated individuals are ending their board service. We salute each one and extend our most heartfelt appreciation. They include:

    The coming of autumn signals a bittersweet time at North Shore Elder Services regarding the board of directors. It is now, at the occasion of our annual meeting, that we say, "So long and thank you very much" - but not "good-bye" - to some directors who end their service due to term limits. As they depart, we welcome on new stewards to the public trust that has been afforded us by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Look to the Shoreline next month when we announce our new board members.

    elder lady writing Prescription Advantage:

    Prescription Advantage, the state's pharmacy assistance program is offering open enrollment from September 15th through November 15th. For many Massachusetts seniors, this program will help lower prescription drug costs and protect them from the Medicare Part D "donut hole."

    Prescription Advantage requires no monthly premium while wrapping arround to help cover co-pays, deductibles and other coverage gaps. Individuals with limited income may also be eligible to recieve help paying for their Medicare Part D premiumns. Individuals who are not eligible for medicare can still apply for Prescription Advantage.

    For seniors who do not have Medicare Part D, but have prescription drug coverage through an employer or union, Prescription Advantage also provides secondary benefits. If an elder has not enrolled in a Medicare Part D plan, they are encouage to still apply for Prescription Advantage and joing a Part D plan later in the year.

    Would you like further counseling on Prescription Advantage? Check out an informational session in your area:

    Ready to fill out your Prescription Advantage application? Call our Information Services Department at 978-750-4540 to have one mailed to you or click the link below to download an application now.

    Download a Prescription Advantage Application Here
    grandma and grandaughter Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
    Join us at our "Share and Care Coffee Café"

    Recently the Salem News shed light on one of the North Shore's growing, hidden populations, in it's story: "Grandparents raising grandkids is booming trend." Too often caregivers in this position may shy away from support because they feel stigmatized, overwhelmed or alone. We at North Shore Elder Services understand that though the face of "family" may be changing, the fundamental concept isn't.

    We praise grandparents out there who have made it their mission to see that a child is cared for. We know that it is not without challenge.

    27, 915 grandparents raising grandchildren in Massachusetts is a significant number of people facing a critical crossroads. 12,046 of these folks reside in Essex County and a stunning 3,009 of them have to role of a primary caregiver to a child under 18. North Shore Elder Services hopes to connect these people to resources as well as each other.

    Please join our caregiver specialists and other grandparents (and great-grandparents!) raising grandchildren on November 3rd at 9:00am for "Share and Care Coffee Café," an informational and supportive get together at our office at 152 Sylvan Street in Danvers. Please call 978-750-4540 to register or with any questions concerning resources for elders and caregivers.

    Inspired Gift Logo

    The Inspired Gift is gearing up for an exciting holiday season, built around many of your suggestions! For starters we will be open for business Saturdays from 10:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. starting November 4th and continuing through to December 16th. Look to the Shoreline next month for special Saturday events and sales.

    Around the holidays, many people look for a way to give to others in need. Sometimes just writing a check, isn't the experience you were looking for, but a big time commitment doesn't fit your busy schedule. We invite you to join the North Shore Elder Services & the Inspired Gift Holiday Events Team! Opportunities will include:

    Join us at our KICKOFF MEETINGS October 25th 11:00am & 5:30pm at 152 Sylvan Street in Danvers. The Holiday Events Team is a fun way to help raise money for elders on the north shore, meet new people and let your creative juices flow!

    Save the date for our second annual Artisan's Faire Friday, November 10th 11:00a.m.-7:00p.m. and Saturday November 11th 9:00 a.m.-5:00p.m. >From handmade bags and jewelry to small-batch soaps and candy, this event is guaranteed to help you give unique gifts that beg people to ask where did you get this? And did we mention the free food samples? Come prepared to shop and nosh! Reservations for featured artisan tables are currently being accepted.

    If you would like more information about the Inspired Gift please contact Susan Boeri, Store Manager at 978-624-2226 or email her at InspiredGift@nselder.org.

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