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Website: www.cityofwestlake.org/157/Community-Services March/April 2021 Volume 2—Issue 3 440-899-3544
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To engage, enrich and empower those we serve, option. Call us if you need assistance getting started—
especially 50+ adults and Westlake residents 440-899-3544.
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$2.00 or less will not be processed.
Monday—Friday: 8:00am—5:00pm Refunds and Cancellations
Programs may be cancelled and refunded if minimum
participation is not met. If you paid for a program but need to
Lydia Gadd, MA, LPCC-S—Director cancel, you may receive a refund if you cancel before the
lgadd@cityofwestlake.org pay-by date (if over $2). After the pay-by date we are unable
Cindi Lindgren—Office Manager to process refunds unless there is a wait list and the spot is
clindgren@cityofwestlake.org filled and paid for by another patron. Trip refund and
Jodi Rodriguez—Program Planner cancellation policy is 30 days before the date of trip for a full
jrodriguez@cityofwestlake.org refund unless otherwise stated. Memberships and center gift
Jennifer Yoo—Program Planner cards are non-refundable.
jyoo@cityofwestlake.org
Donna Feorene—Outreach Coordinator Holiday Schedule
dfeorene@cityofwestlake.org City Offices are closed on Friday, April 2 in
Mary Bodmann-Youth Coordinator observance of Good Friday.
mbodmann@cityofwestlake.org
Michele Hassen—Administrative Assistant Panera Bread
mhassen@cityofwestlake.org Come “help yourself” on Thursday mornings from 9:30-
Susan Laschinger—Secretary 11:00am. Remember to follow signs for social distancing
slaschinger@cityofwestlake.org and wear a mask!
Gloria Flint—Receptionist
gflint@cityofwestlake.org Pathways Subscription
Cate Paras—Cook Cost: $20; make checks payable to City of Westlake or use
cparas@cityofwestlake.org MyActive Center to pay on-line.
Rich Frolo & Matthew Carroll—Custodial Service Club
rfrolo@cityofwestlake.org
Will resume once our doors officially reopen.
Dan DeVito, Nancy Fox, Marty Kelly, Bob Kowal, Patrick
McNamara, Peggy Marquard, John Price, Mary Rabatsky, Bob Volunteer Opportunities
Schroeder, Joe Starin, Tom Weaver, Ron Zenkewicz Contact Susan Laschinger, Secretary and Coordinator
Transportation of Volunteers for information on volunteering.
Transportation
Dawn Evans Carmela Freeman Transportation is available for Westlake residents age 60
Betty Kearney Cris Kennedy
Diane Metzger Stephanie Morgan years and older. Contact Donna Feorene, Outreach
Jen Thomas Coordinator for more information-440-899.3544.
PATHWAYS TABLE OF CONTENTS
General and Community Information 2-3 SENIOR SUPPER CLUB
Special Event 4 Cafeteria open Monday—Sunday: 4:00-5:30pm.
Seniors can eat at St. John Medical Center's Terrace
Social 4-5 View Café (cafeteria) for a 40% discount with a card.
Life Long Learning 5-7 Take out is preferred, however, there is limited seating
Arts 7 available in the dining room.
Games
Discount Cards available to pick up. Call 440-899.3544.
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Health and Wellness 8-9 WESTLAKE PORTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
The building is OPEN for browsing. The drive-up
Fitness 9 window on the south side of the building is also open.
Support Additional services available during regular library hours
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include:
Noteworthy 11 Telephone Reference
Travel 11 Curbside Pickup
Computer Use (call 440-871-2600 to schedule)
Calendars 10-11 Homebound Delivery.
The Drive-up Book Drop and Wi-Fi are available 24/7. Visit us
on social media for up-to-date information
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Dear Friends,
You undoubtedly have heard of the word twofer (pronounced toofer), but maybe have never seen it in print.
Surprisingly, this strange looking word has many meanings, but the one that most aptly describes this edition of
Pathways is:“ An item that satisfies two criteria simultaneously”
What I’m trying to say is that this newsletter covers MARCH and APRIL and going forward we will be
producing a bimonthly newsletter. Printing costs increased significantly so this is a solution that does not
involve increasing the charge to you. Given the amount of change you have all endured already, I hope you
agree that this one should be a piece of cake.
Speaking of cake, we would love to offer you some when we finally move into our new building. When? Well,
we are on the home stretch of completion. My best guess is that we will be moving in April. Between the
uncertainty of our moving date and the state of the pandemic, we have not planned indoor opportunities yet for
this particular newsletter…..but we are ALMOST there. In the meantime, we can always alert you about any
changes in the moment through our Constant Contact emails and our Facebook posts.
Our Grand Opening, may happen over the course of daily tours for several weeks, to keep the CDC
parameters….but rest assured, we will find some way to Open and some way to make it Grand. The Grandest
part though, will be to greet all of you again IN PERSON. It will happen. But for now, enjoy this twofer!
Best Regards,
Lydia
There’s Good News to share! Congratulations to the following staff members:
Jennifer Yoo completed her Certification as a Group Exercise Instructor through ACE, Cindi Lindgren became
certified as a Senior Center Manager and Lydia Gadd became certified as a Certified Administrator—both
through OASC and the best news of all—Mary Bodmann our Youth Coordinator is engaged to be married!
NEED HELP?
Contact the Outreach Coordinator Donna Feorene, 440-899-3544. Office or home visits are by appointment.
Assistance includes wheelchairs and walkers available to loan, applications for government programs, food
pantry assistance and Are You Okay? TM, a computerized home calling service. A free monthly community
meals list is available in Reception.
FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS
NOTE** WE ARE NOT PERMITTED TO DISTRIBUTE EXPIRED FOOD
PLEASE CHECK DATES BEFORE DONATING.
The food pantry is available year-round to Westlake residents who qualify for our program. It includes a
monthly emergency three-day food supply of non-perishable food as well as holiday food baskets.
SPECIAL REQUEST FOR MARCH: BAG OF CANDY
SPECIAL REQUEST FOR APRIL: JELLY OR PRESERVES
Donations of non-perishable foods, cleaning supplies, personal care items and paper products are
accepted during regular business hours. See City’s website for a list of preferred donation items.
Perishable foods are accepted by appointment. Call 440-899-3544.
Charitable forms are available for taxes.
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ZOOM—LET’S FLY AWAY—Virtual Flight from Cleveland to Honolulu
Want to feel like you are in Hawaii without ever leaving your
home? Come take a virtual flight aboard Westlake Airlines
from Cleveland to Hawaii with airline pilot, Chris Belcastro.
This one-hour virtual program will put you just behind the pilot
seat on a flight between Cleveland and Honolulu aboard an
Airbus A320 aircraft. From startup, to takeoff, to landing in
paradise, and all in between, Chris will provide you views only
a few people ever get to see, courtesy of Microsoft Flight Simulator. Learn how to plan a flight, run through
checklists, and how the engines are started. From communicating with Air Traffic Control, to what pilots do
during cruise flight, Chris will provide a tell-all in this exclusive virtual event. Have you ever wanted to ask an
airline pilot a question? Chris will be available for a Q&A during and following the virtual flight. Feel free to wear
your Hawaiian shirt to enhance your experience.
Tuesday, March 2, 2:00pm. Use MyActive Center or call to reserve your Zoom spot by 3/1.
ZOOM—ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION
Join us for a “kick up your heels day” featuring Mossy Moran (via Zoom) and a lunch of Half of a
Corned Beef Sandwich, Chips, Pickle Spear, Dessert and Beer (root beer that is!) Pick up your
lunch between 11:00-11:30am, the Zoom program will begin at 12:00 noon. (Entertainment provided
by The Northridge, Food sponsored by Aler Stallings, Dessert by Concord Reserve, Favors by Brookdale
Senior Living, Door Prizes by Homewatch Caregivers and Home Instead Senior Living.)
Tuesday, March 16, 11:00am. Cost: $7; payable online with MyActive Center or drop off a
check to reserve your ZOOM spot by 3/11.
ZOOM—OSCAR PARTY
Like everything else over the past 12 months, Oscar is going to look a little different this
year but the celebration MUST go on! Join us for games as we celebrate Hollywood and
the movies. Put on your red carpet style, drive through to pick up your “celebrity
swag” (snack packs, “bubbly” and goodie bags) between 11:00 and 11:30am…then meet
us on the big screen (aka Zoom) for Oscar worthy fun and games. (Snack Packs provided by
The Normandy, Beverage by Independence Village of Avon Lake, Goodie bags by Westbrook Place
Nursing and Rehabilitation.)
Friday, April 23, 12:00pm. Cost: $5; payable online with MyActive Center or drop off a check to
reserve your ZOOM spot by 4/16.
ZOOM—NEWS AND VIEWS
Janet Carnall will discuss current and world events including a lively discussion about trending new topics.
(April program sponsored by Foundations.)
Wednesdays, March 3 & April 7, 11:00am. Cost: $2; payable by using MyActive Center or drop off a
check by one day prior to each date.
ZOOM—PAGE TURNERS—Mystery Marks a Century
From Hercules Poirot and Charlie Chan to Lord Peter Wimsey, mystery fiction characters roared into popularity
in the 1920s. A century later, mystery authors are setting their stories back in the 1920s and treating us to the
crime-solving adventures of Australian flapper Phryne Fisher, Cork County, Ireland’s Reverend Mother Aquinas,
England’s Lady Phoebe and other intrepid sleuths. Join us for a look back at mystery fiction of the 1920s and
mysteries written today set in the Roaring 20s. Presented by Irma Baker, M.A. Handouts will be emailed prior
to the program.
Tuesday, March 9, 1:30pm. Cost: $2; payable by using MyActive Center or drop off a check by 3/8.
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ZOOM—BOOK DISCUSSION
For March are asking you to share favorite Mystery books with the group. Be prepared to discuss your books
and why you think they are a must read! Program Planners, Jennifer Yoo and Jodi Rodriguez will also
share their favorites. All the titles will be emailed to the group at the conclusion.
Wednesday, March 17, 10:00am. Use MyActive Center or call to reserve your ZOOM spot by 3/16.
ZOOM—BOOK DISCUSSION
For April we asking you to share a book with special meaning. It may have changed your life or simply touched
your heart in a special way. Be prepared to share why you chose it for our discussion. A list of all the titles will
be emailed to the group at the conclusion. Facilitated by Program Planners, Jennifer and Jodi .
Tuesday, April 13, 10:00am. Use MyActive Center or call to reserve your ZOOM spot by 4/12.
ZOOM—REMEMBER WHEN ZOOM—COFFEE AND CONVERSATION
Join Michele as she shares happy memories of spring- Join Director, Lydia Gadd as she shares news from
time’s past. Did you plant a garden, have a family our department and the City. Questions will be taken
reunion or take a trip somewhere? Share what you from those attending the program.
remember from this special time of year. Tuesday, April 20, 11:00am. Use MyActive Center
Tuesday, April 27, 10:00am. Use MyActive Center or call to reserve your ZOOM spot by 4/19.
or call to reserve your Zoom spot 4/26.
ZOOM—GREAT COURSES—The Great Tours of Washington D.C.
As a political epicenter, Washington DC is a major national and international crossroads, attracting visitors from
all corners of the Earth and being featured in the global news on a daily basis. But beyond the glamour and
glare of high-profile politics, it is a city on par with some of the greatest in the world, brimming over
remarkable history and culture and offering a multitude of unforgettable sights and experiences. Each week
we will explore some of Washington DC’s most interesting areas. Facilitated by Jodi, Program Planner.
Mondays, March 1—April 5, 11:00am. Call to register or use MyActive Center one day prior to each date.
ZOOM—GREAT COURSES—England, The 1960s and the Triumph of the Beatles
The Beatles led a revolution in the 1960s that changed everything, becoming one of the most compelling voices
to change the status quo. This course focuses on the unknown history of the band, giving the cultural
backstory of how the group emerged as a worldwide phenomenon. Course topics will include:
The Magical Mystery of the Beatles; Fateful Intersections in Liverpool; Finding the Beat in the Beatles; Nowhere Men: The
Dark Side of Beatles; Beatle’s for Sale: Brian Epstein’s Genius; The Cold War, JFK, & The Beatles; The Beatles Conquer
America; The Englishness of A Hard Day’s Night; Help! The Beatles at the Top in 1965; The Crossroads: The Beatles in 1966;
The Summer of Sgt. Pepper’s; Hello, Goodbye: The End of the 1960’s.
Wednesdays, March 3—April 28, 1:00pm. Use MyActive Center or call to reserve your spot(s) by one
day before each date in series.
ZOOM—GREAT COURSES—Write Your Story
This taped course is taught by best-selling author, Joyce Maynard. Whether your goal is to write for publication,
write for your family or simply improve your writing skills in general, this course holds value. In her engaging
style, Joyce Maynard takes us on a journey that involves some introspection and includes great technical tips.
3/4 Take Your Story 3/11 The Honesty Question 3/18 Diagramming the Sentence
The Landing Place What’s the Worst That Can Happen? The Importance of Economy
3/25 Dialogue and Rhythm 4/1 The Paragraph 4/8 The Container
Six Common Mistakes Writers Make Building the Arc Two containers from Scratch
4/15 Developing Your Container 4/22 The Writing Life 4/29 What Gets In Your Way?
Dissecting a Good Container Essay Creating a Good Writing Practice The Non-Writing Process
5/6 Criticism and Rejection 5/13 Wrap-Up
What Happens When We Tell Our Truth
You do not have to attend every session to benefit, but you’ll wish you had! Facilitated by Lydia Gadd,
Director.
Thursdays, March 4—May 13, 1:00pm. Call to register or us MyActive Center one day prior to each date.
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ZOOM—GREAT COURSES—The Addictive Brain Addiction is a modern-day epidemic. More than 500 people die every hour as a result of an addiction-related disease or an overdose and addiction is estimated to cost the United States more than 600 billion dollars every year in health-care costs, lost productivity and crime. Families are destroyed, careers are lost and lives are wasted. The problem is only getting worse, especially with the current pandemic. If we ever hope to stem the tide, it is imperative that we develop a better understanding of what addiction is and how it works at a neural level. Join us as we learn new scientific discoveries on how legal and illegal drugs affect our brain and whether its abuse is, in fact, a choice or a disease. Facilitated by Susan Laschinger. 3/5 Your Brain on Drugs 3/12 Why We Crave Coffee and Cigarettes 3/19 Alcohol, Social Lubricant or Drug Abuse? 3/26 The Science of Marijuana 4/9 Stimulants from Cocaine to Ritalin 4/16 The Science of Poppies, Pleasure and Pain 4/23 Junk Food, Porn, Video Games—Addiction? Fridays, March 5—April 23 (not 4/2), 10:00am. Use MyActive Center or call to reserve your spot(s) by day before each date in series. ZOOM—TED TALK—Let’s End Ageism by Ashton Applewhite Ageism may be the last acceptable prejudice. It is a prejudice that pits us against ourselves. Author and activist, Ashton Applewhite provides thought provoking examples and reasons why we should challenge this prejudice. Watch this taped TED Talk followed by a discussion on how we see ageism in our lives today and what we can do to instead see it as a natural, powerful lifelong process that unites us all. Facilitated by Lydia Gadd, Director. Wednesday, March 24, 11:00am. Use MyActive Center or call to reserve your ZOOM spot by 3/22. ZOOM—TED TALK—When to take a stand and when to let it go by Ash Beckham Equality advocate, Ash Beckham engages the audience with a story about a situation with her 3 year old niece that made her ask: who am I? She felt pulled between two roles — as an aunt and as an advocate. Each of us feels this struggle at times. She offers suggestions for handling dualities in life: how to stand up for your moral integrity when it isn't convenient. This can make the difference between deepening a conflict or creating unity. After viewing this taped TED Talk Lydia Gadd will facilitate a discussion about the lessons learned and how they may apply in our lives. Facilitated by Lydia Gadd, Director. Wednesday, April 28, 11:00am. Use MyActive Center or call to reserve your ZOOM spot by 4/26. ZOOM—What Makes the World Go Around—Native Americans Continuing somewhat in the same mode as last month, we will consider this month some of the great speeches by Native Americans. They are remarkable in their eloquence, depth of feeling and oratorical mastery offering us a window into the minds of Native Americans struggling with change. Facilitated by Janet Carnall. Monday, March 22, (Note date and time change this month),1:00pm. Cost: $2; Payable by using MyActive Center or drop off a check by 3/19. ZOOM—What Makes the World Go Around—Mark Twain and Mr. Clemens Mark Twain was the American literary genius who defined America's post civil war culture. He was a triumphant-tragic man whose achievements reflect a crucial generation in our past. Facilitated by Janet Carnall. Thursday, April 22, 10:00am. Cost: $2; Payable by using MyActive Center or drop off a check by 4/20. ZOOM—GREAT COURSES—Experiencing America: A Smithsonian Tour through American History Great Courses has partnered with the Smithsonian to create unique and fascinating educational experiences, such as this rich visual history told using the Smithsonian’s one-of-a-kind collection of iconic and American artifacts. Facilitated by Jennifer Yoo, Program Planner. 4/12 User Friendly-Democratizing Technology 4/19 Extinction and Conversation 4/26 Kitty Hawk to Tranquility 5/3 Cold War-Red Badges, Bombs, Berlin Wall 5/10 For the Greater Good 5/17 Women Making History Mondays, April 12 –May 17 11:00am. Use MyActive Center or call to reserve your ZOOM spot(s) by two days prior to program date. Page 6 Pathways
ZOOM—PODCAST The Happiness Lab—Happiness Lessons of the Ancients: The Buddha The Buddha was born to a royal family…and it shocked him when he found out that no amount of money or power could keep suffering and loss at bay forever. The quest to accept that life brings us pain was key to the development of Buddhism as a major religion. Dr. Laurie Santos is joined by Liz Angowski and Robert Wright to explore The Buddha’s teaching about unhappiness and how mindfulness meditation can help us come to terms with the negative feelings we all experience from time to time. Facilitated by Program Planner, Jennifer Yoo. Tuesday, March 30, 11:00am. Use MyActive Center or call to reserve your ZOOM spot by 3/29. ZOOM—PODCAST—This movie changed me: A League of Their Own Movies create space to explore some of life’s biggest questions. This Movie Changed Me features conversations about how they teach, connect, and transform us. In each episode, host and lifelong movie fanatic Lily Percy guides guests to explore and celebrate the transformative role movies play in their lives. In this episode, host Lily and Jennifer Mendoza, baseball analyst for ESPN and Olympic softball gold and silver medalist, discuss the 1992 film A League of Their Own and how it inspired audiences, especially girls and women across the nation including Mendoza, to break records off and on the field. Facilitated by Program Planner, Jodi Rodriguez. Friday, April 30, 11:00am. Use MyActive Center or call to reserve your ZOOM spot by 4/29. ZOOM—GREAT MASTERS: MOZART—His Life and Music A biographical and musical study of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, who composed more than 600 works of beauty and brilliance in just over 20 years. You'll learn about Mozart's journey from youthful prodigy to posthumous deification, his struggles for a successful career, his relationships with family, friends, and fellow composers, his musical triumphs and disasters, and more. Featuring a wide and rich selection of musical excerpts, Professor Robert Greenberg's lectures are an unforgettable way to explore the life, works, and legacy of one of Western civilization's greatest composers Facilitated by Cindi Lindgren, Office Manager. Tuesdays, April 6, 13, & 20 and Fridays, May 7—28 & June 4, 1:00pm. Use MyActive Center or call to reserve your ZOOM spot(s) by one day prior to each date. ZOOM—SFTV Socially Fun—Totally Virtual! “Game night” is getting a “virtual” makeover. Join us for fun and games from the comfort of your own home–in the middle of the day! We will try out a new game/games each session and test our skills at some old favorites, twists on popular TV gameshows and some brand new games too. Teams may be formed each session as needed based on the number of participants and game selected. Fridays, March 12 & 26, 1:00pm. Call to reserve or use MyActive Center by one day prior to each date. In April we will be offering a bagged lunch. Drive through between 12-12:30pm to pick up your lunch and return home to participate in the Zoom presentation which begins at 1:00pm. Spaces are limited for this date. Lunches provided by The Normandy.) Friday, April 9, 1:00pm. Cost $2; payable by using MyActive Center or drop off a check by 4/1. ZOOM—SPIN THE WHEEL If you attended a Zoom class in March/April, your name will be entered to win a prize. Mark your calendar and join in the fun to see if your name is “pulled” as our March and then April winner. Don’t forget you can earn extra entries when you recruit someone NEW to Zoom! (March prizes sponsored by Rae-Ann, April by Rocky River Gardens.) Wednesday, March 31 and Friday, April 30, 10:30am. Everyone who attended a Zoom program(s) in March and again in April will be sent an invitation, there is no need to pre-register. Volume 2, Issue 3 Page 7
WALK WITH US All ability levels are invited to join us every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Rec Center gym where we will walk the perimeter, at your own pace and for as many times as you wish, while socializing with other participants. This is the perfect activity if you can only walk a short distance as well as if you are a frequent walker. All patrons of our center are invited to participate; you do not have to be a resident or a Rec member. Register with Community Services and check in at the Rec desk when you arrive to walk. Limit of 25 walkers. Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays in March and April, 10:30-11:30. Not 4/2. Call us to register at least one day prior to each date so we know to expect you. ZOOM—SMALL CHANGES FOR A BETTER YOU! People of all ages and activity levels have been adversely affected by our current environment. We are inviting all of you to break out of this rut with us. Small Changes for a Better You is a simple program designed to be easily doable for EVERYONE. The goal is that participants will go into spring a little bit healthier and happier. For 8 weeks participants will be asked to log daily exercise and positive mental health activities. Exercise will be any type of activity that is a bit challenging for you and could include activities as simple as chair exercises or as challenging as a winter hike. You will also be asked to complete a daily mental health activity, such as meditating or practicing gratitude. Bonus points can be earned by taking wellness-oriented classes or following weekly bonus challenges that will be emailed out. We will hold a zoom celebration at the end. The “hands-on” portion of this program begins on March 1 through April 5. NOTE: Where you see a icon next to a Pathways program—your attendance will count as “bonus” points! Join us for the conclusion celebration on 4/5 from 1:00-2:00pm by using MyActive Center or call to register. You are encouraged to begin this self-improvement program at any time. ZOOM—BRAINERCIZE Brain games are more than just a way to flex your intellect, they are fun! This group, facilitated by Arden Court, now meets on the third Tuesday of every month. Call us to let us know you are interested and we will send you the link address that you can copy and paste into your browser. If you attended a prior meeting, the link that was sent to you works for any additional month you would like to attend. Third Tuesday of each month, 10:00am. Call 440-899-3599 for link information. ZOOM—CIGNA HEALTHIER TOGETHER: Practical Nutrition Good nutrition is important to everyone’s health, happiness, and well-being. Understanding what we eat, where our food comes from, and how we prepare our food is key to ensuring we get the nutrients we need from our food, which changes as we age. Join us as we discuss practical nutrition tips you can use to enhance the quality of your life and live healthier. Presented by Tihida Oliver, Community Outreach Representative-Cigna. Monday, March 1, 1:00pm. Call to register or use MyActive Center by 2/26. ZOOM—GREAT COURSES—Outsmart Yourself: Brain-Based Strategies to a Better You What if you aren’t as in control of your actions as you think you are? What if your subconscious is driving your decisions without your approval? Is there a way to “hack” your brain to perform better, live healthier, and break your bad habits? We all can think of things about ourselves we’d like to change, but as neuroscientists are coming to realize, changing our behaviors isn’t as straightforward as you might think. Many of our everyday decisions are rooted in the subconscious which means we have to “outsmart” our own brains to see results. Facilitated by Donna Feorene, Outreach Coordinator. Thursdays, March 4—April 8, 11:00am. Use MyActive Center or call to reserve your seat by one day prior to each program date. ZOOM—DR. MARIA PRESENTS—Simple Healthy Meal Preparation at Home In this virtual program participants will learn to prepare simple, nutritious, delicious and affordable recipes. Dr. Maria Lourdes Malicdem, Board Certified Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine specialist, and a Certified Culinary Medicine Specialist, will conduct this program with the assistance of Health Coach Ralph Dunbar. This program is part of the healthy lifestyle initiative sponsored by Neighborhood Health and Weight Medical (NHWM) and will focus on cooking at home more frequently using healthy ingredients. Friday, March 19, 1:00pm. Call to register or use MyActive Center by 3/12. Page 8 Pathways
ZOOM—LET’S RELAX
Meditation is good for your physical as well as emotional health. The problem is that most people do not set
aside the time for it. During this program, Lydia Gadd, Director and Licensed Counselor, will lead us through
various meditations. prepare to relax!
Tuesdays, March 2 and April 6, 11:00am. Call to register or use MyActive Center by one day prior to
each date.
ZOOM—ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE
An Attitude of Gratitude is a regular habit to express appreciation for all different parts of life, no matter how
small. Countless studies show that finding a bit of thankfulness each day can actually increase mental,
emotional and physical health and decrease depression. So, how do we develop an Attitude of Gratitude? Join
Program Planner, Jodi Rodriguez, as she shares the benefits of gratitude and introduces some easy ways
ANYONE can put gratitude into action each and every day.
Tuesday, March 23, 11:00am. Call to register or use MyActive Center by 3/16.
ZOOM—DECLUTTER TO STAY IN YOUR HOME SAFER LONGER
Why do we have clutter? Learn how to understand your clutter and how to begin dealing with it so you can age
gracefully in your home. Do you hold onto things because they were a gift? Sentimental? Is the “stuff” you are
holding onto getting in the way of navigating your space safely? What is it really worth? Learn tips and tricks for
clearing your clutter and resources to get you started. Presented by Karen Ramba, Marketing & Business
Development of Caring Transitions.
Wednesday, April 21, 11:00am. Call to register or use MyActive Center by 4/19.
ZOOM—SLEEP FOR GOOD HEALTH
Getting good quality sleep can help you feel like your best self. Healthy sleep patterns improve learning,
memory, creativity and mood. Healthy sleep also strengthens the immune system and makes it easier to
maintain a healthy diet. Lee Mahar, of Foundations Health Solutions presents and gives us great tips to get
some quality z’s.
Tuesday, April 27, 1:00am. Register online with MyActive Center or call to reserve your spot by 4/26.
ZOOM—ZUMBA
Perfect for anybody and everybody. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle
conditioning, balance and flexibility. Let’s have a workout together! A gift basket will be raffled off following the
program. (Sponsored by Sunrise Senior Living.)
Monday, March 8, 1:00pm. Call to register or use MyActive Center by 3/5.
ZOOM—LAUGHTER YOGA
Are you ready for a good chuckle? It may be one of the best things you’ve ever done for your health and
well-being. Laughter is shown to decrease cortisol, the body’s stress hormone. When this hormone is elevated,
it can cause health issues such as high blood pressure, weight gain, and memory loss. Laughter Yoga is a
practice involving prolonged voluntary laughter, based on the belief that voluntary laugher provides the same
physiological and psychological benefits as spontaneous laughter. It is done in groups, with eye contact and
light-hearted playfulness between participants. Forced laughter often turns into real and contagious laughter.
“You don’t stop laughing because you grow old. You grow old because you stop laughing.” Michael Pritchard
A gift basket will be raffled off following this program. (Sponsored by Sunrise Senior Living.)
Tuesday, March 30, 1:00pm. Call to register or use MyActive Center by 3/29.
MON TUE WED FRI
10:00am Tai Chi-Michael- 10:00am Tai Chi Wu 8:30am Exercise Kelly- 2:00pm Tai Chi 10:00am Tai Chi Michael-
ZOOM Michael-ZOOM ZOOM Michael-ZOOM ZOOM
6:00pm Yoga-Chris 5:30pm Tai Chi-Bert
For a full description of these exercise classes please look on our website.
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LEGAL HELP—BY PHONE—Free service. MEDICARE HELP—BY PHONE—Free service.
Attorney Justin Watling, helps with Living Wills and Help is available for Medicare options that are best for
Health Care Directives at no cost. Call to arrange a you. Call Donna to arrange a phone appointment with
phone appointment with attorney. 440-899-3544. the Medicare Consultant. 440-899-3544.
ZOOM—EFFECTS OF GRIEF
All over the world people are grieving in different ways due to COVID-19. People are grieving from the loss of a
loved one, adjusting to the lack of social interaction, changes at work, or even the new normal that has affected
different areas of our lives. Join us to discuss the effects of grief during COVID-19. Learn ways to help yourself
or someone you know cope with grief during this challenging time. Facilitated by Holy Family Hospice.
Monday, March 15, 1:00am. Call to reserve your spot by two days prior to date.
ZOOM—SENIOR STRONG
As vaccines roll out, what does YOUR restart look like? Everyone can learn to live a full life as they age, despite
any circumstances. Join this group to learn what you need to know to bolster your mental health and to discuss
issues and solutions related to aging. Bob Piovarchy of the Far West Center will lead the group.
Wednesdays, March 10 & April 14, 10:00am. Call to reserve your spot by two days prior to each date.
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
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10:30 Walk With Us 11:00 Let’s Relax/Zoom 8:30 Exercise-Kelly 11:00 Outsmart 10:00 Addictive
11:00 Great Courses 2:00 Let’s Fly 10:30 Walk With Us Yourself/Zoom Brain/Zoom
Washington Away/Zoom 11:00 News & Views/Zoom 1:00 Write Your Story/ 10:30 Walk With Us
DC/Zoom 3:30 Legal Help—by 1:00 The Beatles/Zoom Zoom
1:00 Practical appt. 5:30 Tai Chi
Nutrition/Zoom
6:00 Yoga with Chris
8 9 10 11 12
10:30 Walk With Us 1:30 Page Turners/ 8:30 Exercise-Kelly 11:00 Outsmart 10:00 Addictive
11:00 Great Courses Zoom 10:00 Senior Strong/Zoom Yourself/Zoom Brain/Zoom
Washington 3:30 Legal Help—by 10:30 Walk With Us 1:00 Write Your Story/ 10:30 Walk With Us
DC/Zoom appt. 1:00 The Beatles/Zoom Zoom 1:00 SFTV/Zoom
1:00 Zumba/Zoom 5:30 Tai Chi
6:00 Yoga with Chris
15 16 17 18 19
10:30 Walk With Us 10:00 Brainercize/Zoom 8:30 Exercise-Kelly 11:00 Outsmart 10:00 Addictive
11:00 Great Courses 11:00 Pints and Patties 10:00 Book Disc./Zoom Yourself/Zoom Brain/Zoom
Washington 3:30 Legal Help—by 10:30 Walk With Us 1:00 Write Your Story/ 10:30 Walk With Us
DC/Zoom appt. 1:00 The Beatles/Zoom Zoom 1:00 Dr. Maria-Simple
1:00 Effects of 5:30 Tai Chi Healthy Meals/
Grief/Zoom Zoom
6:00 Yoga with Chris
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10:30 Walk With Us 11:00 Attitude of 8:30 Exercise-Kelly 11:00 Outsmart 10:00 Addictive
11:00 Great Courses Gratitude/Zoom 10:30 Walk With Us Yourself/Zoom Brain/Zoom
Washington 11:00 TED Talk/Zoom 1:00 Write Your Story/ 10:30 Walk With Us
DC/Zoom 1:00 The Beatles/Zoom Zoom 1:00 SFTV/Zoom
1:00 What Makes 5:30 Tai Chi
World Go
Around/Zoom
6:00 Yoga with Chris
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10:30 Walk With Us 11:00 The Happiness 8:30 Exercise-Kelly
11:00 Great Courses Lab/ Zoom- 10:30 Spin The
Washington Podcast Wheel/Zoom
DC/Zoom 1:00 Laughter 10:30 Walk With Us
6:00 Yoga with Chris Yoga/Zoom The Beatles/Zoom
Page 10 PathwaysIMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT ONE DAY TRIPS WITH JKL TOURS
While travel is currently on hold with Westlake Center, JKL Tours has a complete list of trips they are running
independently. Contact JKL Tours at 440-942-5350 for more information.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT EXTENDED DAY TRIPS WITH WENDT TOURING
Treasures of Montreal and Quebec City by Rail - 6 days: September 1 - 6, 2021
The Great Southwest - Albuquerque, Grand Canyon National Park, and Santa Fe - 8 days: October 2 - 9, 2021
NEW DATES: Alaska Summertime Tour and Cruise - 11 days: June 16 - 26, 2022
Brochures for these trips will be available later this year.
Tour Presentation and Trip preview will be held later this year.
Thank You to the following for their generous donations to Westlake’s Community Services Department.
Monetary Donations________________________________________ Non-Monetary Donations______________
Douglas Asp Jennifer Darling St. Paul Lutheran Church Mary Lee Boesewetter
Loretta Ayers Kevin & Dian McNally North Olmsted High School Choir
Bay Corp Patty Mihalek NovaCare Rehabilitation Westlake
Bay Village Post 9693 Mr. & Mrs. David Stickney Erin Westley
DAGCO Inc. dba Cornerstone Wealth Mgmt.
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
1 2 CITY OFFICES
11:00 Outsmart CLOSED IN
Yourself/Zoom
OBSERVANCE
1:00 Write Your Story/
OF
Zoom
5:30 Tai Chi GOOD FRIDAY
5 6 7 8 9
10:30 Walk With Us 11:00 Let’s Relax/Zoom 8:30 Exercise-Kelly 11:00 Outsmart 10:00 Addictive
11:00 Great Courses 1:00 Great Masters - 11:00 News & Views/Zoom Yourself/Zoom Brain/Zoom
Washington Mozart/Zoom 10:30 Walk With Us 1:00 Write Your Story/ 10:30 Walk With Us
DC/Zoom 3:30 Legal Help—by 1:00 The Beatles/Zoom Zoom 1:00 SFTV/Zoom
1:00 Small Changes/ appt. 5:30 Tai Chi
Zoom
6:00 Yoga with Chris
12 13 14 15 16
10:30 Walk With Us 10:00 Book Disc./Zoom 8:30 Exercise-Kelly 1:00 Write Your Story/ 10:00 Addictive
11:00 Great Courses- 1:00 Great Masters- 10:00 Senior Strong/Zoom Zoom Brain/Zoom
Experiencing Mozart/Zoom 10:30 Walk With Us 5:30 Tai Chi 10:30 Walk With Us
America/Zoom 3:30 Legal Help—by 1:00 The Beatles/Zoom
6:00 Yoga with Chris appt.
19 20 21 22 23
10:30 Walk With Us 10:00 Brainercize 8:30 Exercise-Kelly 10:00 What Makes 10:00 Addictive
11:00 Great Courses- 11:00 Coffee and 10:30 Walk With Us World Go Brain/Zoom
Experiencing Conversation 11:00 Declutter/Zoom Around 10:30 Walk With Us
America/Zoom /Zoom 1:00 The Beatles/Zoom 1:00 Write Your Story/ 12:00 Oscar Party
6:00 Yoga with Chris 1:00 Great Masters - Zoom
Mozart/Zoom 5:30 Tai Chi
3:30 Legal Help—by
appt.
26 27 28 29 30
10:30 Walk With Us 10:00 Remember 8:30 Exercise-Kelly 1:00 Write Your Story/ 10:30 Walk With Us
11:00 Great Courses- When/Zoom 10:30 Walk With Us Zoom 10:30 Spin The
Experiencing 1:00 Sleep for Good 11:00 TED Talk/Zoom 5:30 Tai Chi Wheel/Zoom
America/Zoom Health/Zoom 1:00 The Beatles/Zoom 11:00 This Movie
6:00 Yoga with Chris Changed Me /
Zoom-Podcast
Volume 2, Issue 3 Page 11No good criminal leaves a big tragedy unexploited. The Covid-19 pandemic is no exception. There are a couple of
huge scams going on right now that you should be aware of.
First, I know several victims of an unemployment scam. Due to the fact that unemployment is trying to get workers
signed up quickly, thieves are applying for unemployment under stolen identities. You may find out by getting cor-
respondence from unemployment. These thieves are also able to commit tax fraud with the same information. It is
important to contact the IRS, unemployment fraud department and/or the State Attorney General’s office if you feel
you have been a target of this fraud. The Attorney General’s office can be reached at 800-282-0515 any weekday
between 8am and 7 pm or by reporting on-line at www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov.
Another big area of fraud surrounds Covid vaccines, testing and/or cures. Scammers say they can get you sched-
uled for the vaccine if you pay them (they can’t) or that they have machines that will make your home safe or at-
home test kits. You will NEVER be charged ANYTHING for Covid vaccines or tests and cannot circumvent the
sign up process by paying.
The Ohio Attorney General’s office has issued a few animated videos describing common fraud scenarios and
showing red flags and how to avoid being defrauded. Please follow the links below to view these videos .All the
new videos can be viewed at https://www.ohioprotects.org/learn-about-fraud, or direct links can be found here:
Full Video: https://youtu.be/7KlXgQcskOc
Identity Theft: https://youtu.be/fQPXxlkTrJU
Gift Card Scams: https://youtu.be/8UfPc6f1kyw
Red Flags of a Scam: https://youtu.be/afvu_0xMkqM
Finally, if you are in doubt about a situation, please do not hesitate to call us at 440-899-3544 to run the scenario
past our staff or call your local police department’s non-emergency number to ask them. There is never a situation
so urgent that prevents you from fact-checking.
Westlake Community Services
29694 Center Ridge Road
Westlake, OH 44145-5117
440.899.3544
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