September 2019

Let's Get Prepared

As we begin September, it’s a good time to become prepared.  For FEMA's National Preparedness Month this means prepping for the height of hurricane season, along with other possible community emergencies.  For the National Council on Aging, September brings the first day of fall and Falls Prevention Awareness Day.  These plans will serve you well not only this autumn, but in the months and years to come.  Here are a few tips to keep in mind in planning for emergency situations:

Sign up for OC Alerts:
OC Alerts is our community’s system for sending out messages related to personal and public safety.  It works like a reverse 911 system – pushing critical information directly to your phone or computer based on a local address (or addresses) that you provide.  Sign up or update your settings in OC Alerts here.

Know your Neighbors:
Staying in touch with those who live near can be an incredibly helpful support network, regardless of the emergency (or non-emergency) situation.

• Who among your connections is likely to have heat or water if the power is out for an extended period of time?
• Who do you trust to stop by your home to check on the pets or pick up important documents if you have to go to the hospital quickly?
• Which neighbors are home during the day and may notice unusual behavior of a person  you are caring for?

• Documents – IDs, powers of attorney, insurance cards, HIPAA release, list of medications
• Change of clothing – weather appropriate
• Non-perishable food items, bottled water, and medications
• See a full list of suggestions at Ready.gov

• Check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors regularly.  Older adults may be eligible for assistance with this from the OC Fire Marshall.
• Have an emergency contact system in place – an easily accessible landline, cell phone, or emergency alert button.
• Check your home for fall risks.  Ensure you have clear walking pathways, put away cords, and ensure rugs don’t move as you step.  If you would like a personalized home safety assessment, reach out to the Aging Transitions Helpline at 919-968-2087.

Resources

For more ideas, check out....

National Emergency Preparedness Month

• Ready.gov
• Make a Plan - Seniors

Falls Prevention Awareness Day

• Falls Prevention Conversation Guide for Caregivers
• 6 Steps to Prevent a Fall

Announcements

Upcoming Events

Upcoming at the Senior Centers

Please note each event’s location and call the respective senior center to register. Passmore Center: 919-245-2015            Seymour Center: 919-968-2070

GOLDEN CLASSICAL PERFORMANCE TEAM
The Golden Classical Performance Team is a group of selected talented musicians throughout NC.  Each student has won a plethora of awards in music and various other extracurricular activities. These students have a repertoire of music from varying time periods and styles, allowing them to bring awareness of the vastness of music to many different communities to enjoy.
Fee: FREE
Seymour Center
Sat, Sep 7 (343070-01)                                   11 am - 12 noon
 
ART SHOWS – MINGLE WITH THE ARTIST
You will be greeted with a bio of the artist, list of artwork in the show and a beverage and refreshments for the occasion. The artist will be available to share inspirational stories and to answer questions about the show.

CHARRON ANDREWS & DENISE LAUX

Charron is a self-taught artist and physical therapist.  She started making art out of things that other people would consider junk. She loves finding discarded things and bringing them home to a new life. In her art, she mostly uses things found in an alley, on the street, in her own trash - or at a resale shop. She believes that all broken things can have a new life if given a chance. She will be joined by her creative friend and Chapel Hill Artist, Denise Laux, who uses the Broderie Perse technique of fabric collage, thread sketching, piecing, raw edge applique, and embellishment in her pieces. An opening reception will be held on Mon, Sep 9. Hostesses will be: Joy Gattis, Gabrielle Tarazzi, and Fung Little with live music by Jimmy Smith. Paintings will be on display from Mon, Sep 9 – Thu, Oct 19.

Seymour Center

Mon, Sep 9            (353003-06)                                 3 – 4 pm

 
 Featured artist: works by ron colville

Ron Colville is a self-taught watercolor artist.  He dabbles in other art medium such as oil, acrylic, and pencil but his favorite medium is watercolor. His style is photo realism, as well as impressionism. Join us for an opening reception and an opportunity to meet our featured artist.

Register by: Mon, Sep 3
Fee: FREE
Passmore Center

Mon, Sep 9       (253002-06)                                       3 pm

 
CHINESE MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL CELEBRATION
The annual Mid-Autumn Festival is a major celebration in many parts of Asia. The festival is related to the harvest activity and also known as Moon Festival. Everyone is welcome to join our 2019 celebration and check out how people celebrate the festival - and what the importance is. You’ll have fun and get to taste mooncakes, the festival food, and other drinks and refreshments. 
Fee: FREE
Seymour Center
Thu, Sep 12 (343031-06)                                   9:30-11 am
 
RETROS PERFORMANCE – SONGS TO REMEMBER
Remember the old songs! Join us as the Retros perform the musical hits you never forgot.
“Songs To Remember” will take you on a trip, in 4-part harmony, from the 1940’s (think Andrew Sisters and Bing Crosby), the 1950’s (think Frank Sinatra, Everly Bros. and your favorite “do-wop” groups), the 1960’s (from Motown to The Band to the Mamas & the Papas) and beyond (James Taylor anyone?). Come relive, or learn about, these classic periods of music.
Register by: Fri, Sep 13
Fee: FREE
Passmore Center
Fri, Sep 20                   (243068-01)                            1:30 pm
 
IG -TEEN BUILDERS
Multi-generational meet-ups are now the “in thing” and are super fun! Teen Builders is a unique social outlet created for opportunities to share, learn and develop lasting friendships between senior adults and teens.  These interactive connections not only offer a fun atmosphere, but enable each generation to learn more about each other. Take advantage of this empowering experience every 4^th Monday. You’ll love it!  Min: 5/Max: 10
Register by: 1 week prior to each social
Fee: FREE
Seymour Center
Mon, Sep 23               Paint Night                   (323095-06)                5 – 7 pm
 
NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION
Sep 15 through Oct 15 marks National Hispanic Heritage Month. This is a time to honor and celebrate the heritage of Hispanic and Latino Americans. It also recognizes the presence and contributions of the Hispanic community at the Robert and Pearl Seymour Center. Join us on a journey through Peru, Venezuela, Mexico, Colombia, Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico through presentations, dances, cultures, and food samples.
Register by: Thu, Sep 19
Fee: FREE
Seymour Center
Thu, Sep 26                 (343048-02)                            10 - 11 am

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