Community Events

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Calendar of Events

Hospice of Cleveland County

Hearts for Hospice Fundraiser

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“Reflections” Support Group

May 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

|Recurring Event (See all)

Free

“Reflections” is a support group offered by Hospice Cleveland County. Through the use of group dynamics and personal reflections, we come to a better understanding of why we feel the way we feel and what may help us cope better.

Reflections Groups will be Zoom Online Support Groups.

Thursdays: May 6, 13, 20, 27 from 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Thursdays: June 3, 10, 17, 24 from 1:00pm – 2:00pm

If interested, please call: Susan Bowling 704-751-3571 or Lynn Thomas at 704-751-3570.

We will then provide the participant with instructions and information for joining this online group.

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https://www.hospicecares.cc/events/list/

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The Hospice Store

1450 East Dixon Blvd. in Shelby

(the former Mabry Office Equipment Building)

Store hours: Tuesday – Friday 10am – 6pm, and Saturday 10am – 2pm

Donations are accepted at The Hospice Store Tuesday – Saturday.

We can also pick-up your donations by calling 704-751-3530 to arrange a pick-up time.

All donations are tax deductible and proceeds benefit Hospice Cleveland County patients

Items that can be found in our store:

Artwork Electronics Lamps Musical Instruments Rugs

Toys & Games Patio Furniture Tools Exercise Equipment Clothing

Jewelry & Purses Housewares Glasses & Dishes Lines Furniture

Antiques Collectibles Crystal & China Small Appliances Books

and more!

Please call 704-751-3530 if you have items to donate or for volunteer opportunities.

Store hours: Tuesday – Friday 10am – 6pm, and Saturday 10am – 2pm

1450 East Dixon Blvd.• Shelby, NC 28150

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Council on Aging Services

The Neal Senior Center is now operating on the following schedule:

Monday-Thursday-8:00am until 5:00pm

Friday-8:00am until 1:00pm

We are closed Saturday and Sunday.

The Council on Aging provides a place for adults age 55 and older to easily access information and services as well as to meet to socialize and enjoy participating in programs and special seasonal events.

*Housing: Provides management, development and service coordination for seniors in our housing program. The COA owns and manages 37 subsidized units and 48 units in partnership with the Lions Club for a total of 85 units. We have 36 units of affordable housing adjacent to Neal Center.

*Nutrition: Coordinates and delivery of over 200 individual meals per day at three congregate meal sites and through Meals on Wheels.

*Outreach and Assistance: Provides home repairs, respite, in home services, emergency assistance, nutritional supplies, incontinent supplies, food pantry and other services to older adults. Staff and a coordinated system of volunteers provide these services which allow the elderly to live healthier and more safely in their homes reducing numbers prematurely placed in long-term care.

* Rentals: The Senior Center is proud to offer individuals and organizations the opportunity to rent our facility for an event. Space is available for numerous events including weddings, seminars and dances. For additional information concerning our facility or to schedule an appointment with the Building Rental Coordinator, please call 704-482-3488. Our office hours are Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM.

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Services Spotlight-Telephone Reassurance

Do you, or someone you know, live alone and have little contact with people? If the answer is yes, the Council on Aging/Telephone Reassurance Program might be right for you. This program is especially for seniors age 60 and better that would like for someone to make phone contact with them Monday through Friday. On these days, a volunteer will call to make sure you are up and okay. If the volunteer does not get an answer, they will notify a contact person who will come check on you. If you are interested in this program or being a volunteer to make calls with this program, please call Kathy Cobb at 704.482.3488.

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Ladies Support

When: Second Tuesday of Every Month (except Holidays) Time: 11:30AM

Cost: No Charge

After the death or divorce of a spouse, one deals not only with personal bereavement, but also with new dilemmas in almost every aspect of life.

Employment, financial and legal affairs, housing arrangements, and even meal preparation are all situations that present new challenges for both the men and women.

In handling these altered circumstances, many people around the country are finding an important source of support and guidance in voluntary support programs, which put them in touch with others who have themselves, experienced similar situations.

The Cleveland County Council on Aging/Senior Center has a Ladies Support Group for 55 years of age or older. These groups provide a variety of programs that deal with such topics as caring for your car, depression, cooking for one, self-protection and health information. It is a great way to learn new stuff and socialize with people in your community.

Coping with life after the death or divorce of a loved one becomes even more difficult as one realizes and deals with unfamiliar activities and loneliness. We welcome you to come and experience the camaraderie with this wonderful group of ladies. They meet monthly for educational, social and recreation events. The Ladies Support Group meets the second Tuesday of each month at the Senior Center at 11:30 for lunch and a program.

For further information please call Kathy Cobb at the Senior Center at 704-482-3488

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Commodities

Commodity Registration: August 12th-14th, 2014

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Computer Lab

When: Open Monday-Friday(except holidays)

Time: 8:30AM-4:30PM

Cost: $1.00 each day-Free to Members of the Senior Center Instructor: Dub Peeler is available each Monday by appointment only. To make an appointment, call the Senior Center at 704.482.3488.

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Legal Aid

Available on Wednesday's at 10AM by Appointment Only Attorney: Mr. J.A. West

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Notary

When: Call ahead for appointment Monday-Friday 9AM-4PM

Cost: Free to Senior Members

Notary: Mary Hamrick or Teresia Ladd

Items Needed for Council on Aging/Senior Center Food Pantry

People in our community would be surprised at the number of families our food pantry serves.

As the cost of living increases, their check doesn’t increase at the same rate so they don’t always have resources to feed their families adequately. That is why the food pantry exists – to aid those who need food, especially on an emergency basis. We want to make sure that our seniors have the food they need to sustain themselves, so we are always seeking donations to help the seniors who use our pantry.

With these bad economic times, the number of people who need the food pantry keeps increasing.

That is why we are always grateful to receive donations of the following items that are always in need: canned meat, canned fruit, fruit juice boxes, canned and bottles, small jars of jelly, macaroni & canned vegetables, small jar of mayonnaise, cooking oil, cereal, breakfast food, small cans of coffee, small boxes of tea, sugar, boxed milk or powder, paper towels, toilet paper.

We are also asking for donations of personal care items. Often, people who need food are also in need of other basic items for their daily personal needs. These times include: razors (men/women), shaving cream, aftershave, deodorant, soap, lotion, tissues, laundry & dish detergent, trash bags, shampoo, toothbrushes and toothpaste, denture tablets and adhesive.

There are numerous opportunities for groups or individuals to help the Pantry. Remember us if you are conducting a food drive. Please contact the Service department.

For more information please call Kathy Cobb or Heather Ledbetter at the Council on Aging/Senior Center at 704-482-3488.

Central United Methodist, Kings Mountain, NC-Breakfast

Central United Methodist Church, 113 S. Piedmont Ave., Kings Mountain, NC, will be holding a breakfast, Saturday, July 4, 2015, from 6:30 am until 10:00 am. Country style buffet (all you can eat).

Menu will be: eggs, grits, biscuits, toast, bacon, sausage, country ham, liver mush and gravy.

Drinks: coffee, both full flavor and caffeine free, juice, milk, and soft drinks.

They ask for a $6.00 donation, children 6 and under are free.

This will be on the first Saturday of every other odd numbered month (May, July, September and November). Please invite all your family and friends, neighbors, Facebook, Twitter and E-Mail friends.

This is a fundraiser for their 2016 Mission trip to Costa Rica. For information or directions you can call the church at 704-739-2471 or Gib Brazzell at 704-739-8676.

Polkville Baptist Church

Polkville Baptist Church Infant & Preschool Clothing Closet is open on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 9:00 am til 11:00 am. Families can receive clothing and other items for their own children. Clothing sizes available are newborn to 24 months and 2T-5T. Parents need to bring a picture ID card for themselves and a social security card or medicaid card for their children.

More information can be found at polkvillebaptist.com/clothingcloset or call the church office at 704-538-7464.

The church is located at 4214 Polkville Road, Shelby, NC