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Notes From The Council

We are happy to report that the Council’s Annual Flu Clinic had a record number of Islanders take advantage of this on-island service. There were three nurses and they gave 79 Flu Shots! That is almost double the number compared to previous years. And once again, Mac and Beth came through with those wonderful homemade donuts, they are such a treat, Thank You . And Thank You to Ann Belesca as well for volunteering to working at the sign-in table. Ann has been there helping at the Flu Clinic for as long as any of us can remember and we hope she knows how much we appreciate her. It seems like every day the mail brings another heartfelt plea to donate to an important, worthwhile Program. These exceedingly difficult times make the needs greater just as folks’ financial resources may seem less secure. Some may feel that they are not

able to make a financial contribution at this time. However, there are so many ways that we can all help to lighten the burden. Please continue to reach out to your neighbors and offer to help – pick up groceries or supplies, take a load to the dump, a ride to the boat – all the things we often do. These acts of kindness, so much a part of the Chebeague way of life, take on a heightened significance when we may be feeling overwhelmed and exhausted just as we head into winter. That said, the Council does depend on donations to make sure Islanders have the fuel they need to stay warm. This assistance is available to everyone, there are no forms to fill out or questions asked. If you can, please consider donating to the Council’s Samaritan Fund. Fuel assistance requests have started to come in. If you need help staying warm, please call Ester at 846-4178. All requests are confidential. Thank you.

The Wellness Center with a MaineHealth Nurse Is Open for Blood Draws, Blood Pressure Checks, PT/INR Testing, Medication Setup, Dressing Changes, Suture Removal, Wellness Checks, and

Health Information. No appointment needed. No charge for these services. Tuesday November 10 th and 24 th 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.

Message From Dr. Larson Direct Primary Care is a way to maintain access to all the essential elements of your health care. I am honored to have the opportunity to serve residents and guests of Chebeague Island and am happy to meet with you at the Wellness Center or in your homes. Working together to build on a foundation of listening, trust, and understanding, we can manage nearly 100% of your acute and chronic care needs together. What a relief to know that your doctor is but a phone call or text message away, ready and eager to support your physical and mental health, on your time and when it is convenient for you. Please stop by to say hello Friday mornings in front of the Wellness Center.

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Dr. Larson will be at the Wellness Center every Friday morning 9-11:30AM. No appointment needed. Please see her website for the full range of services she can provide. www.heidilarsonmd.com She will see folks who are not in her practice for a fee of $50.00. She does not bill insurance.

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NOVEMBER 2020 CHEBEAGUE ISLAND COUNCIL CALENDAR