Jun 1, 2015 - North City Congress

NORTH BROAD STREET SENIOR CENTER
NEWSLETTER
1438 N. BROAD STREET PHILADELPHIA PA 19121
Phone: 215-978-1300 Fax: 215-978-0300
June 2015
Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
“Take care of your body. It is the only place we have to live. “ John Rohn
GATEWAY H.A.S. (Health Awareness Series)
Your health and wellness is important to us here at
NBSC! This is why we have invited the Gateway Health
Awareness Series to NBSC. Each session is one hour
and educational materials will be available to all
attendees.
The first session will address:
Life Transitions: More than just a Physical
Change
Who’s that in the mirror today? Is that another ache or
stiffness in the same body? A few changes may help
increase blood flow and movement to ease those twinges
or recapture some of that energy.
 Transitions: Life Shifts
Downsizing or moving to a new home. Losing a loved
one. Discontinuing driving. Life’s milestones happen
differently for everyone and can feel overwhelming. Join
in to discuss these feelings and explore ways to manage
and respond.

Thursday, June 18 @ 10:00 am
Put the following dates and
times on your Calendar!
Upcoming H.A.S. Topics
 Stress Management for Senior Caregivers
Thursday, July 16th @ 10:00 am
 Diabetes: Silence is Deadly
Thursday, August 20th @ 10:00 am
 Sexual Intimacy
Thursday, September 17th @ 10:00 am
***All
sessions are held at the North Broad Street
Senior Center, 1438 North Broad Street. No
registration required.
Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition
Program (SFMNP) Coming in July!
Yes, summer is here and it is time again for the
farmers market food voucher program at NBSC.
The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
provides adults 60 years and older $20 in coupons
to purchase fresh, nutritious, unprepared, locally
grown fruits, vegetables and herbs from qualified
local farmers markets.
To receive checks from NBSC recipients must be
60 years old by December 31, 2015, live in
Philadelphia, show ID with age and home address
and meet the income eligibility guidelines
($21,775 for 1 person household, $29,471 for 2
person household). The North Broad Street
Senior Center will be distributing food vouchers
starting July 6th, Monday through Thursday,
10:00 am—2:00pm.
For more information please contact Stella
White, Center Counselor, at 215-978-1352.
A Taste of Change, a New
Menu and a Healthier
You!
Please join us on one of the
following dates Wednesday,
June 10th, Thursday, June
11th or Tuesday, June 16th
from 11:15—11:40 in the
dining room to learn about
the changes to our lunch
program starting on July
1st. See Flyer Insert.
HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS
COME EXERCISE WITH US ! ! !
Muscle Toning & Chair Yoga Free
Mondays 1:00 - 2:00
Bowling Fee
Mondays 9:00 - 11:30
EnhanceFitness Free
Tuesdays 9:30 - 10:30
Fridays 9:00 - 10:00
Line Dancing Free
Tuesdays 10:30 - 11:30
Fridays 10:00 - 11:00
Walking Club Free
Thursdays 12:30 - 1:30
WANNA BE CHEF’S
Join in on the fun as we make and eat
“Avocado-Buttermilk Soup with
Crab Salad”. Sign up on clipboard
or see Michelle McMillan, Program
Specialist.
**Please remember to use the touch screen to register your
attendance and your meals. All meals must be registered the
week before.
**If you need a ride please speak to Kerry Gayle, the
receptionist, to schedule your ride. All rides must be
scheduled a week in advance. Please notify Kerry of the
desired scheduled ride no later than Tuesday morning by 11am
a week prior to the event.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Check us out...
Activities, Classes & Support Groups
Happy Fathers Day to all of the
men at our Center!
Come join us on June 18 for our
special FATHER’S DAY
LUNCH. The menu begins
with Romaine salad with cherry
tomatoes and ranch dressing. Followed by Oven
Fried Chicken, Scalloped Potatoes and Roasted
Baby Carrots served with a roll. Enjoy Father’s Day
with a dessert fit for kings; Chocolate Cake, the
perfect thank you to all Father’s.
Come enjoy our Chef
Assisted Cupcake
Bar on Tuesday
June 16 at 11:30
Sign up for our special Cupcake Bar where
you can order the cupcakes just the way you want.
Choose toppings from the many favorite classic
choices.
Friday June 26, 12:30 - 1:30 Dining Room
Exercise, Health & Wellness
Activities, Classes & Meetings
NBSC CAFÉ JUNE SPECIALS
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3
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Benefit Support Classes &
Volunteer Opportunities
5
Trips & In the News
Calendar
Advertisements & Support Services
6, 7
8, 9
10, 11
In-Home Support Services
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PANTRY PARTY COMMITTEE MEETING
Committee members will discuss and plan out each
step of the upcoming Pantry Party. Meeting dates are:
Wednesday June 10 12:30 - 1:30
Wednesday June 24 12:30 - 1:30
Committee Members are now accepting donations if
you would like to donate items. Please send all
donations to North Broad Street Senior Center at 1438
North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19121. For more
information please contact Michelle McMillan at 215978-1324.
Items Needed:
Can Goods: Ex. Tuna Fish, Soup, Vegetables, Canned
Fruit, etc.
Paper Goods: Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Toiletries,
Paper Plates, Cups, Flatware, etc.
Condiments: Ketchup, Mayo, Relish, Mustard,
Dressings, etc.
Boxed Sides & Meals: Mashed Potatoes, Spaghetti,
Flour, Sugar, Rice, Rice-A-Roni, Hamburger Helper,
etc.
All proceeds will go to the development of programs for older
adults at the North Broad Street Senior Center.
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ACTIVITIES, CLASSES & MEETINGS
NBSC INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER
CLASS
Learn, develop and enhance your computer
skills in our intermediate and beyond Computer
Class. The class is taught by Mr. William
Thompson our very knowledgeable and engaging
computer teacher.
August 5 through October 7 (10 weeks)
Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:00 Fee $55.00
NBSC BEGINNERS COMPUTER CLASS
Learn basic skills from creating, writing and saving a
document to learning how to access the web. This
course is designed for the new learner and those who
want an excellent refresher course.
September 9 through November 11 (10 weeks)
Wednesdays 12:00 - 1:00 Fee $55.00
Sign up now! Contact Michelle McMillan, Program
Specialist at 215-978-1324 for more information.
Check out the NBSC Computer Lab! Our lab is
available for members to use during center hours,
with exception of when classes are in session.
KNITTING GROUP
BOWLING AT ERIE LANES
If you always wanted to learn to bowl or if you are
an expert bowler, all are welcome to come and
join in on the fun!
Monday’s 9:00 - 11:30, SIGN UP REQUIRED
Cost Options:
$5.00 includes shoes and use of Erie Lane ball.
$8.00 per week for 8 weeks - includes shoes and
at end of 8 weeks you get your very own ball!
You can meet at the bowling alley or go from
NBSC on *CCT. ($2.00 Fee if taking CCT from
the center.)
CONTESTANTS WANTED
SPRING FLING FASHION SHOW - Start this
summer with a Fashion Fling! The Spring Fling
Fashion Committee is looking for contestants to
participate in a NBSC Fashion Show TBA. Each
contestant can submit two (2) entries in the
following categories:
*Day Wear
*Mens Wear
*Summer Hats
*Evening Wear
*Sports Wear (Jeans, jump suits etc.)
Join the “Knitting Wooly Wonders”!
Come hang out with your fellow
knitters, chat and even learn a few new stitches.
Knitters meet every Tuesdays 12:30 - 1:30
ARTS AND CRAFTS CLUB
NBSC Crafters do all kinds of crafts (bead, crochet,
make holiday decorations) all while enjoying lively
and fun conversation. Join the NBSC Crafters every
Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:00 - 1:00.
SPRING FASHION SHOW COMMITTEE
Come and help us plan our NBSC Fashion Show.
Wednesday June 17, 12:30 - 1:30
SHARING AND CARING COMMITTEE
Sharing & Caring Committee meeting Tuesday
June 30, 9:30 - 10:00 in the Parlor. All are
welcome to join.
NBSC CHOIR
“INSPIRATIONAL SINGERS”
You love to sing? Come join the NBSC
Inspirational Singers belt out some glorious
tunes.
Rehearsals Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:30 - 1:30
Monthly meeting June 9, 12:00 - 1:00
EVENT PLANNING MEETING
Come and help plan center events. NBSC is looking
for your ideas. Plan the upcoming Pantry Party,
Monthly Birthday Celebrations and more. All are
welcome to join.
Monday June 1, 12:30 - 2:00
Class/Event/Trip Registration Form is on page 7.
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ACTIVITIES AND CLASSES
Reminder: Disaster Evacuation Routes &
Emergency Procedures for Participants &
Staff
NEW DATES for AARP SmartDriver Course
When a Fire Alarm is heard please:
How the AARP Smart Driver Course will help you
WALK to the nearest EXIT. Look for a RED
lighted EXIT sign and strobe blinking light
above the doorways.
The AARP Smart Driver™ Course is the nation’s first
and largest refresher course for drivers age 50 and
older.

Update driving skills and your knowledge of the
rules - and hazards - of the road.
Do not talk.

Do not gather your belongings – please leave
immediately.
Learn about normal age-related physical changes
and how to adjust your driving to compensate.

Reduce your chances of receiving a traffic
violation, getting into an accident or becoming
injured.

Get an insurance discount. (**Check with your
insurance provider.)
If there is a person who needs assistance try and
assist them to the nearest EXIT.
DO NOT use the Elevator; it does not work
during a fire.
Evacuation Routes:
1st Floor Dining Room and Kitchen - EXIT
through the kitchen door onto Carlisle Street. Go
across the street and stand on the sidewalk.
1st Floor Dining Room and Kitchen – EXIT
through the side door in the dining room onto the
courtyard and proceed to Broad Street
Reception Area and Data Clerk Office - EXIT
through the back door entrance onto Carlisle
Street. Go across the street and stand on the
sidewalk.
1st Floor Game Room and Parlor – EXIT through
the main doors by receptionist desk into the
Courtyard. Go out to Broad Street.
2nd Floor Computer Room and Pool Room follow EXIT sign down the back stairs and out
onto Carlisle Street. Go across the street and
stand on the sidewalk.
2nd Floor Arts and Crafts Program Room - EXIT
down the center stairs by elevator and out the
main doors into the Courtyard. Go out to Broad
Street.
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nd
Dates: June 4th and 5th, 2015 from 10:00 am –2:00
pm. You MUST attend both classes.
FEE: $15.00 for AARP members (with valid
membership card), $20.00 for non-members. Check or
Money Order only made out to “AARP”.
Registration: Stop by NBSC or call 215-978-1300 to
sign up. You do not have to be a member of the
senior center or AARP to attend the class. All
family, friends, and community are welcome. You
must pre-register as seating is limited.
“SIP & SWIPE CAFÉ”
NBSC has WiFi and 4 Apple iPads that you can
borrow! NBSC members can borrow an NBSC iPad for
up to 2 hours each time, Monday through Friday 9:00 3:00. To sign up for Sip and Swipe class or to sign out an
iPad please see Michelle McMillan, Program Specialist.
If you have your own tablet, see Michelle McMillan for
Wifi password.
Floor Volunteer Coordinator Office, Program Area
and Finance Offices - EXIT down the middle
stairway by elevator go through the door in Reception
SUPPORT AND DISCUSSION GROUPS
WALKING CLUB SUPPORT GROUP Tuesday June 23, 12:30 - 1:30
Topic: “Keep it Moving!” The benefits of not
giving up.
NEXT CHAPTER SUPPORT GROUP
The Next Chapter Support Group will end June 24
for the summer and return in September. Look in
the August newsletter for more details.
Wednesdays 12:30-1:30
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NBSC AT THE THEATER
METAMORPHOSES at the Arden Theatre Based on the Myths of Ovid
Written and originally directed by Mary Zimmerman
Directed by Doug Hara
From acclaimed playwright Mary Zimmerman (of Chicago’s Looking glass Theatre) comes this dazzling
adaptation of Ovid’s classic myths. A rippling, onstage pool conjures a magical world where Gods and
mortals co-exist and universal tales of fate, lost love, greed and death are shared. Tony Award-nominated
for Best Play, Metamorphoses overflows with gorgeous imagery and visionary theatricality. This is
storytelling at its finest.
Saturday October 10 Time: TBA
Tickets: $48.00 pp (minimum 10 people)
Payment due by Tuesday September 8
Please contact Michelle McMillan at 215-978-1324.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteer Pinochle and Bridge Teachers
Spring Fashion Show Volunteers
Passionate about your favorite card game? Teach
others to share your enthusiasm.
The Fashion Show Committee is looking for volunteers
to help with the following tasks:
*Serve Refreshments, Set up & Clean up
Drama, Story Telling, Art Teachers
We are looking for skilled volunteers to help us
grow our creative talents. If you have time during
the day and want to share your talent with our
community, please contact us!
If you have a skill or talent that you would like to
share schedule an appointment to meet with our
Center Counselor, Stella White, 215-978-1352.
Contact Michelle McMillan at 215-978-1324 you are
interested in helping.
Coffee Hour & Lunch Volunteers
Do you have a serving heart? Join our dietary staff in
serving the NBSC Café guest. Help serve kindness with
coffee and the lunch meal.
Volunteer Coordinator’s Meeting
Monday June 8 at 12:30 - 1:30
REQUEST TO MEMBERS
It has come to our attention that members have been “saving seats” in the Café. We have observed
this even when a member was not coming in that day. This is especially noticeable when new
members or guests join us and they are told there is no room at the table and seats are clearly
available. Please do not save seats and most important invite new members and guests to join you at
your table. Lets continue to be welcoming to all who come to our center. Thank you, NBSC Staff.
Just a reminder—if you ride CCT to the senior center, on center trips or to your doctor, please
consider giving a donation to the NBSC/PCA transportation fund. Every dollar raised goes back
into the transportation fund to support member rides. If you need a medical ride please try and
schedule between the hours of 10:00am and 3:00pm. These are Septa’s less busy hours and its easier
for them to get you and pick you up on time! Thank you!!!
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NBSC LOCAL TRIPS
SHOPRITE TRIP
101 E. Olney Ave
Philadelphia PA 19120
Tuesday June 9, 10:30 - 2:00
Fee $2.00.
**Trip Sign up Closes 6/2/15—No Refunds
NORTHEAST SHOPPING CENTER
AC Moore, Dollar Tree, Burlington Coat
Factory and many other shops
9173 Roosevelt Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA 19114
Tuesday June 16, 10:30 - 2:30
Fee $2.00.
**Trip Sign up Closes 6/9/15—No Refunds
FAMOUS DAVE’S
9763 Roosevelt Blvd.
Bensalem, PA 19114
Friday June 12, 11:00 - 2:00
Fee $2.00
** Trip Sign up Closes 6/2/15—No Refunds
NESHAMINY MALL TRIP
707 Neshaminy Mall
Bensalem, PA 19020
Wednesday June 17, 10:30 - 3:00
Fee $2.00.
**Trip Sign up Closes 6/9/15—No Refunds
WALMART SHOPPING TRIP
1675 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd.
Philadelphia, PA 19148
Tuesday June 30, 2015 10:30 - 3:00
Fee $2.00.
** Trip Sign up Closes 6/23/15—No Refunds
NBSC Trip Policy
For all CCT trips, please sign up no later than
Tuesday of the week before the trip. For all long
distance trips please adhere to payment deadlines.
All payments must be made by closing date for
all trips.
REMINDER: All trips have a minimum number
of passengers required for trip to run. If the
minimum is not met the Trip will have to be
cancelled. Please no $100 bills when paying for
the trip or a class. Thank you.
MIRACLE OF CHRISTMAS
Come enjoy the Miracle of Christmas at the
Millennium Theatre Lancaster, PA on
Wednesday December 16, 2015
Depart from NBSC 9:30am
Returning to NBSC at approximately 7:30pm
Cost: $115.00 pp (Based on 40+ people)
Price Includes: Transportation, Lunch at Shady
Maple and show
1st Payment due by October 9, 2015 - $60.00
Final Payment due by November 6, 2015 - $55.00
35-39 People - $122.00
30-34 People - $128.00
Contact Flo Wood at 215-978-1334
All payments are non-refundable.
LONGWOOD GARDENS
Sponsored by
the NBSC Walking Club
If you have never visited the Longwood Gardens here
is your chance. Visit the many beautiful gardens full
of amazing flowers from all over the world. Enjoy a
delicious lunch at the Farmhouse Restaurant and a
tour of the QVC Studios.
Wednesday August 26, 2015
Depart from NBSC 8:45am - returning to NBSC at
approximately 7:00pm
Cost: 100.00
Price Includes: Guided tour of QVC, lunch at the
Farmhouse Restaurant and admission to
Longwood Gardens.
1st deposit $50.00 due June 5, 2015
Final payment $50.00 due July 10, 2015
Contact Michelle McMillan, 215-978-1324
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IN THE NEWS
All are welcome to
join us for our June
Birthday Celebration.
Come and celebrate
with our members
who were born in June on
Thursday June 25 at 11:30 - 2:00
NBSC WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS
Roy Boone
Barbara Owes
Allen Burton
Cheryl Phillips
Joyce Daniels
Robertha Smith
Barbara Eugene
Josephine Stewart
Anna Jackson
Judith Ziegler
Francina Mitchell
JUNE 2015 BIRTHDAYS
Louise Burton
6/20
Marsha Hough
Greta Thompkins
6/20
Elsie Desheilds
6/2
Elliott Sivan
6/22
AnnaMae Williams
6/7
Frances Worthy
6/23
Thelma Rhoe
6/10
Harriet Fred
6/24
Richard Dunham
6/11
Lee Cunning
6/25
Vinnie Darden
6/13
Mary Johnson
6/27
Carl Cowan
6/16
Elise Bowman
6/27
Joan Williams
6/16
Rochelle Hudson
6/30
Delores Trice
6/17
Floranne Wood
6/30
Regina Gaskins
6/19
Valeria Simpson
6/1
Geanethel Denhard Ada Thompson 6/2
LOOKING AHEAD . . .
Motown Senior Prom TBA
Senior Fling Fashion Show TBA.
Thank you for your donations towards lunch
and transportation. All donations go to support
the programs and services at the North Broad
Street Senior Center.
NBSC Event/Class/Trip Registration Form
Trip/Event/Class Name: _______________________________________________________________
Date: ________________________________
Time: _______________________________
Enclosed is my check or money order payable to North City Congress $_______________________
Name: ______________________________________
Phone: ________________________
Address:__________________________________________
Zip: __________________________
Email:_____________________________________________________________________________
Comments: _________________________________________________________________________
Return Completed Form and Payment to:
Michelle McMillan, Program Specialist
North Broad Street Senior Center
1438 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19121
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June 2015 Calendar
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
1
2
3
4
5
9:00 Bowling
10:00 Open Mic
10:30 Current Events
12:30 Bible Study
12:30 Event
Planning Meeting
1:00 Muscle Toning
1:30 Chair Yoga
9:00 Arts & Crafts
9:30 EnhanceFitness
10:00 ShopRite
10:30 Line Dancing
12:30 Inspirational
Singers Rehearsal
10:00 Computer
Class
10:00 Vespers
10:30 Current Events
12:30 Nutrition Facts
12:30 Next Chapter
Peer Discussion
Group
8:30 Clarifi *
9:00 EnhanceFitness
10:00 Line Dancing
9:00 Arts & Crafts
10:00 Walking Club
12:30 Nutrition Myth
Busters
12:30 Inspirational
Singers Rehearsal
*appointment only
8
9
10
11
12
9:00 Bowling
10:00 Open Mic
10:30 Current Events
12:30 Bible Study
12:30 Volunteer
Coordinator’s
Meeting
1:00 Muscle Toning
1:30 Chair Yoga
9:00 Arts & Crafts
9:30 EnhanceFitness
10:30 Line Dancing
10:30 ShopRite
12:00 Inspirational
Singers Meeting
12:30 Inspirational
Singers Rehearsal
10:00 Computer
Class
10:00 Vespers
10:30 Current Events
12:30 Nutrition Facts
12:30 Next Chapter
Peer Discussion
Group
12:30 Pantry Party
Meeting
9:00 Arts & Crafts
9:00 EnhanceFitness
10:00 Walking Club 10:00 Line Dancing
12:30 Nutrition Myth 12:30 Pantry Potions
Busters
12:30 Inspirational
Singers Rehearsal
15
16
17
18
19
9:00 Bowling
10:00 Open Mic
10:30 Current Events
12:30 Bible Study
1:00 Muscle Toning
1:30 Chair Yoga
9:00 Arts & Crafts
9:30 EnhanceFitness
10:30 Line Dancing
10:30 Northeast
Shopping Center
Trip
11:30 Chef Special
Cupcake Bar
12:00 Inspirational
Singers Meeting
12:30 Inspirational
Singers Rehearsal
12:30 Knitting Group
10:00 Computer Class
10:00 Vespers
10:30 Current Events
12:30 Nutrition Facts
12:30 Next Chapter
Peer Discussion
Group
12:30 Fashion Show
Committee Meeting
8:30 Clarifi *
9:00 Arts & Crafts
10:00 Walking Club
10:00 Gateway
H.A.S. Presentation
11:30 Father’s Day
Lunch
12:00 Advisory
Council Meeting
12:30 Nutrition Myth
Busters
12:30 Inspirational
Singers Rehearsal
9:00 EnhanceFitness
10:00 Line Dancing
*appointment only
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June2015 Calendar
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
22
23
24
25
26
9:00 Bowling
10:00 Open Mic
10:30 Current Events
12:30 Bible Study
1:00 Muscle Toning
1:30 Chair Yoga
9:00 Arts & Crafts
9:30 EnhanceFitness
10:30 Line Dancing
12:30 Inspirational
Singers Rehearsal
12:30 Walking Club
Support Group
10:00 Computer
Class
10:00 Vespers
10:30 Current Events
12:30 Nutrition Facts
12:30 Pantry Party
Meeting
9:00 Arts & Crafts
10:00 Walking Club
11:30 Birthday
Celebration
12:30 Nutrition
Myth Busters
12:30 Inspirational
Singers Rehearsal
9:00 EnhanceFitness
10:00 Line Dancing
12:30 Wanna Be
Chefs
29
30
9:00 Bowling
10:00 Open Mic
10:30 Current Events
12:30 Bible Study
1:00 Muscle Toning
1:30 Chair Yoga
9:00 Arts & Crafts
9:30 EnhanceFitness
9:30 Sharing &
Caring Meeting
10:30 Line Dancing
12:30 Inspirational
Singers Rehearsal
DAILY ACTIVITIES
9:00 - 10:00 Coffee Hour
9:00 - 2:00 Library Open
9:00 - 4:00 Computer Lab
1:00 - 2:30 Pokeno,
Bingo, Board Games,
Pinochle and other Card
Games.
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Advisory Council
Carolyn Warthen
President
John Bivins
Vice President
Brenda Battle
Secretary
William Keitt
Treasurer
Mary Banks
Marie Brown
Marian Burton
Rosetta Cunningham
Alberta Griffin
Shirley Latham
Inez Moore
Varian Vaughn
Anne Mae Williams
Tyrone Reed, MSW
Community Rep.
Mike Robinson, M.S
Community Rep.
————————
Advisory Council
Meeting, Thursday,
June 18, 2015
12:00—1:15
Senior Center Staff
Lesa Sulimay,
Executive Director
Center Director—Open
Michelle McMillan
Program Specialist
Stella White
Center Counselor
Kerry Kay Gayle
Receptionist
Valeria Simpson
Jessie Bing, MCOA
Activity Aide
DeVanna Foster
Isaac Kinnard
Betty Young, MCOA
Nutrition Department
Jaymes Francis, Manager
Eric Coleman
Maintenance Department
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NBSC SUPPORT SERVICES AND RESOURCES
NBSC New Member Registration and
updating your Registration Information
CCT Center and Ride Update

If you are 65 years and older have not signed up for
Septa CCT Shared Ride—please see Stella White,
NBSC Center Counselor for application.

In order to schedule a ride for next day pickup
members MUST inform Kerry Kay Gayle, NBSC
Receptionist, by 9:30 am the day before the ride.
No rides will be scheduled for next day pick up
after 9:30 am.

***If you need a ride to a doctors appointment,
food shopping (5 bag limit) or other necessity
appointments NBSC can help with your ride.
Please see Kerry Kay Gayle, NBSC Receptionist, to
schedule your ride. ***

*** As long as transportation funds are
available.
How might our NBSC Center Counselor’s
help you???
Our Center Counselor, Stella White is here to help
you connect with benefits, entitlements, provide
resources, information and assistance with housing,
utilities, insurance, nutrition, transportation , personal
and caregiving challenges. She is here to lend a
listening ear and help you work through difficult life
decisions. If you have a question that you are not sure
where to get the answer, then start with Stella!
If you have questions, concerns or just need to talk,
call 215-978-1352 or stop by to make an
appointment to meet with our Center Counselor
today!
If you are interested in joining NBSC or if you
have moved, changed your phone number, or
made other important life changes (i.e., new
emergency contact information), please see Stella
White, NBSC Center Counselor to sign up or
update your information.
Or if you have been attending
NBSC programs and have not
completed the Registration
process PLEASE make an
appointment to meet with Stella
White ASAP. It is important we
know who is participating in our
programs and services.
Thank you for your help with keeping our
information current!
We have a professional artist in our midst!
If you see a gentleman stopping by your classes
to take pictures that’s Mr. William Kosman. He
is a local artist. We are fortunate to have one of
his beautiful paintings hanging in our parlor. His
goal is to paint a few of our members portraits,
from the pictures he takes. If all goes as planned
he will graciously give the paintings to NBSC to
display. Please welcome him to NBSC. I can’t
wait to see the finished products!!!
Happiness is a Choice, Not a Condition
Dr. Pillemer writes, “The consensus of the elders is that we can’t wait for external events to bring
about happiness.” He goes on to quote 86-year-old Cheryl who says, “I came into this world with
nothing, my experiences are only mine, and I will leave this world with nothing. The only one I can
change is myself. You must learn to create your own happiness; you cannot depend on others to do it
for you.”
Advisory Council Elections
The Advisory Council is looking for four new members that would begin their service in September 2015.
If you would like to nominate another member or nominate yourself to serve on the Advisory Council
please pick up a copy of the Job Description and application at the Reception desk. We will have elections
in early June.
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NORTH BROAD STREET SENIOR CENTER
www.north-city.org
North City Congress
1438 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19121
Phone: 215-978-1300
Lesa Sulimay MSW LSW
Executive Director
Please support the work of North City
Congress and the North Broad Street
Senior Center.

Give through the United Way
Workplace Campaign NCC #90
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Through a financial gift of thanks,
honor or in remembrance of
someone.
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signing up at www.iGive.com. Over
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NORTH BROAD STREET SENIOR CENTER
MISSION
North Broad Street Senior Center (NBSC) is a
community leader who involves older adults,
community partners and people of all ages in
creating an active and vibrant community where
older adults are supported in their quest to
remain independent and encouraged to nurture
and share their talents and interests, live healthy
lives and be active members of their community.
Your gift helps support the many
important and vital programs North
City Congress provides for older adults
in our community.
If you would like to give please send a
check or money order through the mail to:
Attn: Executive Director
North City Congress
1438 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19121
Please make your check payable to
“North City Congress”
Advertise in the NBSC
Newsletter
Our newsletter reaches
approximately 500+ older adults
and community members in the
North Philadelphia community.
The NBSC Newsletter is
published monthly.
To advertise in our newsletter
contact:
Michelle McMillan at
mmcmillan@north-city.org or
call 215-978-1324 for rates.
NCC In-Home Support Program (IHSP)
If you or someone you know is 60+, has difficulty leaving
home or is not able to leave home safely
without help,
lives in North Philadelphia and needs help to continue to
live safely and securely at home the In-Home Support
Program may be able to help. This program can help with
meals, medical rides, senior companions, minor home
repairs and modifications, benefits and entitlements
assistance and one time heavy cleaning and extermination.
If you would like to learn more about the IHSP program
you can talk to the NBSC Center Counselor or call the
IHSP Intake Line at 215-978-1360.
Programs and services of North City Congress
are funded by Philadelphia Corporation for Aging,
city, state and community grants, United Way,
member and community donations.
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