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A-PDF Merger DEMO : Purchase from www.A-PDF.com to remove the watermark The Quality Continues... southwestern pennsylvania area agency on aging, inc. Published Monthly to Serve Older Adults in Fayette, Greene and Washington Counties Established 1974 VOL 33 NO 11 NOVEMBER 2007 Happy Thanksgiving (See page 6) SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA AREA AGENCY ON AGING, INC. 305 Chamber Plaza Charleroi, PA 15022-1607 Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Pittsburgh, PA Permit No. 2291 OR CURRENT RESIDENT Page 2 SENIOR TIMES EDITORIAL REVIEWBOARD James Sokoloff, Chairman November 2007 Senior Times Fayette County Kassie DeWalt Carolyn Capozza Caroline Kucan Mary Semonick Sandra Richards Victoria Pennington Agnes Harris Winter Driving: If You Must Travel, Be Prepared By Nora Dowd Eisenhower, some areas, snow blades are an Secretary of Aging effective alternative to conventional wiper blades. Have your Winter weather is just around mechanic test your vehicle’s batthe corner. Although research tery and check the anti-freeze to shows that most seasoned driv- ensure reliable performance durers are wise enough to stay off ing extreme conditions. If you live in an area where the roads when the weather turns ugly, it always pays to be fully heavy snow and ice are common, prepared in case bad weather don’t depend on all-season tires — use snow tires. Snow tires are catches us by surprise. It’s important to stay abreast made of softer components and of local weather forecasts. If have a unique tread design that snow or ice is forecast, consider provides better traction. Make canceling any unnecessary trips. sure your tires are properly inIf you absolutely must travel, al- flated. Under-or over-inflation low extra time and avoid night- can reduce the gripping action of time driving. Not only is visibility tires because the tread will not better during the daytime, but if meet the road surface as it was your vehicle becomes stalled, you designed to do. In rear-wheel drive vehicles, are more likely to receive prompt extra weight in the trunk or truck assistance during the daytime. Make sure your vehicle is bed may be helpful. Bags of sand well-maintained. Check wind- can provide weight and, should shield wiper blades and top off you become stuck, sand can be the windshield washer fluid. In used to provide traction. Keep your gas tank at least half-full in cold weather. In addition to adding helpful weight to your vehicle, the extra fuel volume can reduce the risk of water condensation problems developing within your fuel system. Of course, always fasten your seat belt and make sure your passengers are buckled up, too. For additional safe driving tips in winter weather go to the web site of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, specifically ftp://ftp.dot.state.pa.us/public/winter_brochure.pdf . By simply being prepared, planning ahead and exercising good judgment, older drivers can remain safe — no matter what nasty surprises Mother Nature might send our way. Wishing you safe travels!! NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS The Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., Board of Directors will meet on the following dates in 2007: Nov 15 Dec 12 Washington County Josephine Baker Rita Hritz Anne Suhon Wilma Toth Mon Valley Larry Maraldo Fay Grandy Greene County Rev. James Cherry Pat Lemley Lillian Phillips Publisher: Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., an affiliate of Southwestern PA Human Services, Inc. Editorial Staff: Leslie T. Grenfell and Johnetta Dinio Staff Writer: Johnetta Dinio Advertising Director: Karen Strickland Advertising Staff: John Mollenauer Technical Support Staff: Marcia Westich-Hawk The Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., Advisory Council will meet on the following dates in 2007: Dec 4 For the location and time of the meetings contact Leslie Grenfell, Executive Director, Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., at 1888-300-2704, Extension 4420. Opinions or ideas expressed through "Letters to the Editor," or guest columns, are not necessarily those of the editorial staff or the Senior Times, nor does advertising in this publication constitute endorsement by the Senior Times, or the Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging, Inc. Editorial and advertising copy cannot be reproduced without prior permission from the Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging, Inc. The project is funded, in part , by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging. southwestern pennsylvania area agency on aging, inc. Thank you to our generous contributors Although the Senior Times is mailed at no cost to approximately 35,000 readers, donations are helpful and most welcome. Thank you to the following generous Senior Times’ contributors for supporting our mission to provide quality information to older adults in southwestern Pennsylvania. The names of all contributors are acknowledged in the Senior Times unless anonymity is requested. Contributors that make donations up to $25 are recognized as “DONORS.” Contributors that make donations from $26 to $49 receive “PATRON” recognition. Contributors of donations that are $50 and over are recognized as “SPONSORS” of the Senior Times. SPONSORS Vi & Jim Sokoloff DONORS Petty DiCenzo Jennie Gravel Marilyn Hickle Dorothy J. Hileman Ms. Mary Kostelich Peter Skowvron Edward A. 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Number _____________________ THANK YOU The official registration and financial information of the Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State Bureau of Charitable Organizations by calling toll free, within Pennsylvania, 1 (800) 732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement. SUBSCRIPTION The Senior Times is a monthly publication designed to bring you news about the people you know and those you would like to meet, activities you enjoy, and information on services available to you. If you would like to receive this paper, send your name and address to: Senior Times Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging, Inc. 305 Chamber Plaza Charleroi, PA 15022-1607 Circulation 35,000 households www.swpa-aaa.org E-Mail: jdinio@swpa-aaa.org IN MEMORIAM Anna Maleta In Memory of Husband, Michael J. Maleta November 2007 Senior Times Page 3 Page 4 November 2007 Senior Times Will you need help paying your heating bills? The Pennsylvania Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low income people pay their heating bills through energy assistance grants. LIHEAP offers both cash and crisis grants, and is open for application beginning November 5, 2007. • You do not have to be on public assistance. • You do not need to have an unpaid heating bill to receive energy assistance. • You do not have to repay it. If a person is eligible for LIHEAP, a payment will be sent directly to the utility/fuel dealer, and the payment will be credited on the person’s bill. In some cases, a check may be mailed to the recipient. Cash Grants Cash grants help families pay their heating bills. The grant payment is sent directly to your utility company or fuel provider, and it will be credited on your bill. (In some cases, the check may be mailed to you directly.) Crisis Grants Crisis grants help families who have an emergency and are in danger of being without heat. Emergency situations include: • Having broken heating equipment (like a furnace) or leaking lines • A fuel shortage that may leave you without heat • Having utility service shut off How do you apply? To apply for LIHEAP, call or visit your local County Assistance Office. Be sure to apply in the county where you live. Also, you may apply online at www.compass.state.pa.us for the cash grant only. How to Apply LIHEAP applications printed from the Internet and submitted to the County Assistance Offices will be processed beginning on November 5, 2007. Applications will be accepted until March 21, 2008, or until funds are depleted, whichever occurs first. Apply as soon as possible. To apply you will need the following: • Names of people in the household • Dates of birth for people in the household • Social Security Numbers for all household members • Proof of income for members of the household • A recent heating bill Who is Eligible Homeowners and renters who are on low or fixed incomes and whose yearly income before taxes are at or less than the appropriate income level listed. 2008 LIHEAP cash and crisis benefits are based on 150% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines. These guidelines were published on January 24, 2007, by the U .S. Department of Health and Human Services You will receive written notice explaining your eligibility and the amount of assistance you can expect to receive. If you are not satisfied with the grant amount you receive or the way you are treated, you can request a hearing through the County Assistance Office. If you have questions about LIHEAP you may call your County Assistance Office or the toll-free LIHEAP hotline at 1866-857-7095 (individuals with hearing impairments may call the TDD number at 1-800-4515886). For more information, contact your local County Assistance Office Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Fayette County: 724-439-7125 or toll free 1-877-832-7545 Greene County: 724-627-7668 or toll free 1-888-410-5658 Washington County: 724-2235346 or toll free 1-800-835-9720 Mon Valley: 724-379-1549 or toll free 1-800-392-6932. 2007-08 LIHEAP Income Eligibility Table Household Size Annual Household Income Before Taxes 1 $15,315 2 $20,535 3 $25,755 4 $30,975 5 $36,195 6 $41,415 Note: Add $5,220 for each additional person in the household. 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Mon. thru Sat ST1107 www.tomandjerryco.com November 2007 Senior Times Page 5 Advisory Council hears emergency preparedness concerns extra clothing and a blanket, copies of credit and identification cards, prescriptions, and some cash. “Know where the designated Red Cross shelter is in your area. Pennsylvania is being watched by other states,” said Dr. Janoski. “Because we have one of the highest populations of seniors and they want to know what we are doing Dr. Joann Jankoski used occasional humor to make a point about the imto be prepared. It’s not portance of emergency preparedness at the Southwestern PA Area Agency about scaring you. It’s on Aging Senior Advisory Council retreat. about keeping you safe. Dr. Joann Jankoski, Assis- ing prepared for a disaster. She It’s about being aware and betant Professor in the Human further displayed items that she ing prepared.” Development and Family Stud- personally keeps in an emerFor more on how you can ies program at Penn State’s gency kit that she carries with be prepared, contact your loEberly Campus, was the fea- her at all times, such as ample cal emergency management tured speaker at a recent South- water, canned, dried and non- office, American Red Cross, western PA Area Agency on perishable foods, battery-pow- the Internet websites www. Aging, Inc., Advisory Council ered or hand-cranked radio, fema.gov, www.redcross.org, retreat and training. Dr. flashlights and extra batteries, www.ready.gov or call FEMA Jankoski spoke to the group first aid kit, sanitation and hy- at 1-800-480-2520 or write about the importance of emer- giene items, matches in a wa- FEMA, P.O. Box 2012, Jessup, gency preparedness. Remind- terproof container, a whistle, MD 20794-2012.! ing the audience that disasters, such as fires, floods, hurricanes, earthquakes, and winter storms, oftentimes strike without warning, Dr. Janoski urged Draperies • Valances • Coverlets each person to have an emerDust Ruffles • Decorative Pillows gency supplies kit. Verticals • Shutters • Bedspreads “We have to be able to susPillow Shams • Mini Blinds tain ourselves for three days,” Dr. Janoski said. “We need to have a conversation and start. You need to know where the Red Cross shelter is in your area. At the initial onset of a disaster, you don’t need to be afraid, you need to be prepared.” Dr. Janoski distributed pamphlets from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the American Red Cross to assist Council members in be- Senior Centers invited to create and donate ornaments for the Capitol Christmas tree Continuing a holiday tradition, Secretary of Aging Nora Dowd Eisenhower invited members of Pennsylvania’s senior centers to create and donate ornaments for the state Capitol Christmas tree, enjoyed annually by thousands of visitors. The Capitol Christmas tree stands in the main Rotunda from late November or early December through early January. Donated ornaments cannot be returned. “Each year, we are delighted to receive the hundreds of beautiful ornaments that are created by the talented members of Pennsylvania’s 650 full- and parttime senior community centers,” said Secretary Eisenhower. “Our beautiful Capitol Rotunda is even more spectacular during the holidays and the ornaments donated by older adults really help to ‘keep the season bright.’” Senior centers are asked to send sturdy, hand-made ornaments by November 16, 2007, to the Pennsylvania Department of Aging, Attention: Michele Bell Gopinath, Press Office, 555 Walnut Street, 5th Floor, Harrisburg, PA 17101-1919.! We have the LARGEST selection of lift chairs for you to try. $$ Holiday Savings $$ Free Christmas Delivery and Fabric Protection From All of Us at Progressive Mobility, Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving and a Merry Christmas. Mention This Ad And Receive... $100 OFF A Stairlift EXPIRES 12-31-07 Purchase! Rt. 19 & Cameron Road • Washington, PA 15301 (Minutes from I-70/79) 724-228-4568 1-800-487-9568 www.progressivemobility.com Page 6 November 2007 Senior Times Discovering a more meaningful Thanksgiving About the cover (Left to right) Fran Fusco, Dominick Pietroboni, Genevieve Zuccarini, Della Sheehan, Jim Lewis, Victor Savage, Albert and Wanda Magone, and Walt Tabory are among the many volunteers at St. Anthony’s Church in Monongahela where, for 15 years, parishioners have prepared a Thanksgiving meal for individuals who are alone or in need of a meal during the holiday. Jim Lewis, one of the organizing cooks for the benevolent dinner, said that last year they used 16 turkeys and 120 pounds of potatoes to serve 531 meals. Mr. Lewis noted that in addition to inviting people to dine in the church hall, volunteers delivered meals wherever they might be locally needed, such as to a family that suffered a fire to their home last year, and families at the Monongahela Valley Hospital emergency room. Jim Lewis also praised the many volunteers Thu, Nov 22, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. who make donations, and help First Presbyterian Church College at Richhill St. prepare, serve and deliver Waynesburg meals, including more than 50 Mon, Nov 19, 5:30 p.m. Boy Scouts and youth from the Jefferson Ave Methodist Church community. 160 Jefferson Ave. Washington The following is a partial list, including St. Anthony’s, of Thu, Nov 22, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Dine in, take out, or prechurches and organizations arranged delivery throughout the area offering tra724-225-1448 ditional Thanksgiving meals to inJubilee Soup Kitchen dividuals who might be alone or 230 East Fayette St. in need of a hot, nourishing meal. Uniontown Benean Seventh Day Adventist Wed, Nov 21, begins at 11 a.m. Searight and Butler Sts. Living Waters Ministries Uniontown 3326 Rainbow Run Road Sun, Nov 11, 1 – 4 p.m. (Gallatin), Monongahela 724-438-3349 or 724-547-4657 Thu, Nov 22, 12 a.m. to 3 p.m. Clothing and food baskets 724-258-3733 available with dinner Ministerial Association Brownsville Soup Kitchen Riverside Place Brownsville Borough Building 303 Chamber Plaza Brownsville Charleroi Thu, Nov 15, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Thu, Nov 22, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. City Church For home-delivered requests Connellsville Sr. Center call 724-483-5533 100 E. Fayette St. Connellsville St. Ann Roman Catholic 232 E. High St. Waynesburg Thu, Nov 22, serve at 12 p.m. 724-627-7568 St. Anthony’s Church 225 Park Ave. Monongahela Thu, Nov. 22, 12 to 5 p.m. 724-258-9710 The Salvation Army 32 West Fayette St. Uniontown Thu, Nov 22, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Washington City Mission 84 W. 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The Plan Finder site averages more than 900,000 page views per week, and more than 4.75 million people with Medicare have enrolled in a drug plan since the program began. The enhanced plan finder options offer more information and greater clarity on available drug plans, including out-of-pocket costs, pharmacy networks, and important Medicare news and updates. Navigation improvements also make the plan finder tools more user-friendly, so beneficiaries will find it easier to locate information about available drug plans before open enrollment begins on Nov. 15, 2007.! November 2007 Senior Times Page 7 Alzheimer’s disease... Seminar offers caregivers educational luncheon There is such a thing as a free lunch when something as important as caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease is being discussed. Family members and loved ones often ask where they can learn more about caring for a person living with Alzheimer disease or a related dementia. Their questions and more will be answered at a FREE seminar on Monday, November 19, at the Waynesburg University Cafeteria from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The program is open to all family members and caregivers in the Greene County community and lunch will be provided at no charge. Please register in advance to allow for accurate food preparation by calling Jeanne Stacher at Community Action Southwest, 724-852-2893 extension 546. The topics include a basic understanding of Alzheimer disease /dementia stages, specific communication strategies, methods for creating success and where to find the help you need. You will receive encouraging insight into how to construct effective care approaches based upon the retained strengths and unique preferences of the person living with Alzheimer disease. Research has provided evidence that if a person with Alzheimer disease/dementia is given an opportunity to remain involved with his or her environment, the result will be increased alertness and active participation. The lack of potential for growth is part of the disability of dementia, but the need for ongoing involvement in society does not stop because a person’s mental status has deteriorated. There are methods to enhance the quality of life for person’s living with Alzheimer disease throughout each stage. Presenters will share these insights and provide inspiration for you to continue to create successful care strategies on your own. The community that has joined in sponsoring this event includes Greene County Commissioners through Greene County Human Services, Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging Inc., Community Action Southwest – Elder Care Adult Day Services Program; Golden Living Skilled Nursing Facility, Rolling Meadows Skilled Nursing Facility and Southwest Regional Hospital.! Bobtown Senior Center Satellite moves to new location Bobtown area seniors celebrated their first official day of operation as a Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., senior center satellite at their new location in St. Ignatius & Holy Family Church Social Hall, Bobtown. The Center is open on Tuesdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pictured at the entrance of the new Bobtown Senior Center Satellite are (l to r) Ralpheline Howard and Marge Tencer, volunteer cooks; and Jack Kocerka, volunteer site supervisor. www.tregemboford.com Bentleyville FARMER’S ALMANAC DECEMBER 2007 1-3 Fair Skies. 4-7 Stormy, early-season snowfall, then clearing, cold. 8-11 Light snows. 12-15 Fair skies. 16-19 Squally conditions, clearing, much colder. 20-23 Weather deteriorates, then fair turning to rain mixed with snow. 24-27 Fair then cold. 28-30 Generally fair. WORRY FREE PRE-OWNED 07 LINCOLN TOWN CAR SIG. SERIES.. .Leather, Heated Seats SAVE! 07 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS LS.. . .Leather, White, Full Power 07 FORD TAURUS SE.......V-6, Auto, Power Windows, Locks, SAVE! 07 FORD CROWN VIC LX...................Leather, Full Power, Sharp! 07 FORD MUSTANG COUPE.....V-6, Like New, (1) Auto, (1) Manual 05 FORD FIVE HUNDRED. . . . . . .SEL, Sedan, Power Windows, Clean 06 F-250 4X4 XLT . . . .Reg. 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We Are A Skilled Facility Offering Short-term Rehabilitation Services. Our Inpatient And Outpatient Rehabilitation Program Utilizes The Nationally Recognized Strength Building Equipment; Freedom Thru Functionality. PLEASE STOP BY AND TOUR OUR SHORT-TERM REHAB UNIT 201 Village Drive * Canonsburg, PA 15317 Phone 724-746-1300 TRUCKS CARS Page 8 November 2007 Senior Times ARC of Fayette County recognized for employment practices agency for the Area Agency on Aging Title V Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) for a number of years. The AAA program seeks to place older adults in subsidized positions with agencies and organizations that can provide job training toward unsubsidized employment. ARC provides a professional orientation, training and supervision, and assigns participants to jobs which contribute to the community. In addition to being a host agency, ARC has a history of retaining SCSEP employees in unsubsidized positions, once they are trained. ARC operates as an incorporation for Adolescent, Adult, Children, Toddler and Senior SerWorld War I officially ended on June 28, 1919, with the signing of the Treaty of Versailles. The actual fighting between the Allies and Germany, however, had ended seven months earlier with the armistice on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the elevvices, Inc., (A.A.C.T.S.S.) and works to ensure that persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities have the services and supports they need to grow, develop and live in the community. Their services for younger individuals include early intervention, health care, and free appropriate public education and family supports. An example of adults’ services includes preparation for employment, job placement, independent living skill training, leisure and recreation activities. For more information on the Title V Senior Community Service Employment Program, contact your local Area Agency on Aging, listed on page 2 of this publication.! enth month in 1918. Armistice Day, as November 11 became known, officially became a holiday in 1926, and a national holiday 12 years later. On June 1, 1954, the name was changed to Veterans Day to honor all U.S. veterans. In 1968, new legislation changed the national commemoration of Veterans Day to the fourth Monday in October. It soon became apparent, however, that November 11 was a date of historic significance to many Americans. Therefore, in 1978 Congress returned the observance to its traditional date. Think about it~~ 24.5 million was the number of military veterans in the United States in 2004. 17.4 million veterans voted in the 2004 presidential election. 74% of veterans cast a ballot, compared with 63% of nonvets.! —source http://www.infoplease.com. Pictured (l to r) Neil Dinan, supervisor, ARC Adult Day Care; Shirley Reskovac, Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc.; Nancy Davis, assistant director, ARC; Thomas Ninos, executive director, ARC; and Joe Mickens, President of the ARC Board of Directors. Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc. (AAA), presented ARC of Fayette County with the Pennsylvania Hall of Fame Champion of Older Workers Outstanding Services Award. ARC was the AAA Fayette County nominee for the 2008 Pennsylvania Hall of Fame award which recognizes ARC’s positive efforts to promote the employment of mature workers and to develop opportunities for a better life for the individual and the business community. In its nomination, the AAA applauded ARC’s services and insight regarding proper on-the-job-training and employee education for older workers. “ARC of Fayette County, which has been in operation since 1950, has 110 employees, of which 32 are 55 years-of-age or older,” said Thomas Ninos, ARC executive director. “That’s 40%. Many of the employees over 55 have been with us for over twenty years. Some of the clients have been even longer. We have all grown older together.” ARC has served as a host Veterans Day facts and figures ELDER LAW Rate Guaranteed on Application Closing in 45 to 60 Days Covering Allegheny, Fayette, Greene, Washington and Westmoreland Counties -LOU LORENZHometown Company Serving Pa. 15 yrs. background in reverse mortgages Residents Over 25 Years 412-951-9719 FREE Counseling in Your Home (face to face) or Visit any Northwood Licensed By The Realty Office Pennsylvania We Do Not do Applications by Mail or Dept. of Banking Phone ONE CALL 724-745-4030 ... 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In 2004, there were 1,040 home fires reported on Thanksgiving Day. Since cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires, it would be wise to keep your mind and your eye on the kitchen and the stove. Here are a few other tips for safe cooking: • Stay in the kitchen when you’re cooking. • If you have to leave the kitchen—even for a short period—turn off the stove. • Use a timer and check your food frequently. • Avoid wearing loose clothing or dangling sleeves while cooking. • Keep kids away from the cooking area, and establish a “no kids zone” of 3 feet around the stove. • Use the back burners whenever possible, to avoid the possibility of pots and pans being knocked over and off the stove. • Never hold a child while you are cooking. • Keep anything that can catch on fire away from the stove—that includes wooden spoons, paper and plastic bags, food packaging, towels, curtains and oven mitts. • Clean food and grease from your stovetop.! Fayette County issues Employ Older Worker Week proclamation Pictured (left to right) during the Fayette County Commissioners’ proclamation of Employ Older Worker Week are Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Fayette County Supervisor Chris Homer, Title V enrollee Larry Firestone, Shirley Reskovac, and Fayette County Commissioners Vincent Vicites, Joe Hardy, and Angela Zimmerlink, chairwoman. Fayette County Commissioner Vincent Vicites read the proclamation of Employ the Older Worker Week—September 23 thru 29—during the commissioners’ meeting on September 27. In the proclamation, the commissioners recognized the importance of keeping older Pennsylvania residents actively involved in the labor force. The commissioners further praised older workers for being thorough, reliable, and able to adapt to change, as well as for maintaining a desire to learn new things. The Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., was also commended in the proclamation for promoting the benefits of employing older workers and providing training opportunities for income-eligible older individuals. Remember our Veterans BETTER HEARING CENTERS NOW 2 Great Locations Serving Southwestern PA. YARECK’S UNIONTOWN, PA 15401 630 Cherry Tree Lane, Suite 101 • 724 439-0210 (Martinelli Eye and Laser Clinic Bldg.) CHARLEROI, PA 15022 2 McKean Avenue • 724-489-9565 (Serving the Mon Valley Area For Over 50 Years) We will clean, electronically check your instrument’s performance, test your hearing, and consult with you, all at NO CHARGE! “Our goal is to provide you with the best possible hearing care based on your individual needs. We’ll take the time to listen to your concerns, answer your questions and explain everything.” Page 10 November 2007 Senior Times Thanksgiving Memory Congratulations to 94 year-old Julia Urbanic of Bridgeville. Ms. Urbanic is the winner of the Senior Times Thanksgiving Memory Contest. Her prize is $50 in Kohl’s gift certificates and the honor of being published in the Senior Times. The following is Julia Urbanic’s Thanksgiving Memory. ~~~~~ It doesn’t seem like so many Thanksgivings ago, that my widowed sister-in-law and I made peanut butter balls and placed them on waxed paper to dry on the kitchen table. I took the roasted turkey from the oven and accidentally placed it on the peanut butter balls. It was very hot. I remember saying, “I hope the peanut butter balls didn’t melt.” In the meantime, the turkey slid off the table and onto the floor. Our dog, Red, was waiting nearby hoping to get some scraps. Red went after the turkey and also got some peanut butter and chocolate in his mouth. The phone rang. I fell on the floor. Red’s painful yelp brought my husband to the kitchen. With his good arm (the other was in a sling), he tried to help me up. As he lifted me, he fell. My cousin who had arrived to join us for Thanksgiving heard the noise, came into the kitchen and said, “Why are you two on the floor and why is Red licking your faces?” He saw the ruined Thank you to all the readers who took the time to submit Thanksgiving Memories. They all were interesting and entertaining and we have room for the following two— turkey on the floor and said, “There goes our turkey dinner.” My two sons came running into the kitchen and echoed, “Oh! there goes our turkey dinner.” “No,” I said. “Look on the end of the table.” There was a large capon (chicken) ready for their hungry stomachs. “That was supposed to be our dinner for tomorrow. Instead, let’s have pizza.” The boys said clapping their hands. it was so good.) We left there the next day and made one more stop in Hawaii for a plane checkup. All I saw of Hawaii was a few palm trees through the windows of the airplane, because we couldn’t leave the waiting room of the airport. Our next stop was Los Angeles, California. We got settled in our hotel; got freshened up, and one gentleman invited some of us to go to a very quaint eating place down on the beach. We got into his van and headed out. It was located near the Pacific Ocean. From the windows, we could see the waves rolling onto the beach. I can’t remember what we had to eat, but it wasn’t a Thanksgiving dinner. You see, it was still Thanksgiving. Because of the International Dateline, when we traveled west to Aus- At dinner, my cousin offered the grace. “Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for a day of fun, laughter, and good food.” We all echoed, “Amen.” P.S. My husband had sprained his wrist trying to teach Red, our dog, to spy raccoons during a night of hunting. I live in Country Meadows assisted living home. I enjoy making people happy by writing poems for many of the residents.! tralia, we gained a day, but coming east to California, we lost a day, so we had two Thursdays—one in Fiji and one in California. P.S. I remember holding and petting a tiny koala. Did you know they’re not really bears? Emma Mayer Washington, Pa. Mom started two days before Here I sit on my patio this beautiful evening reading the Senior Times, and here is this item about “Thanksgiving.” I would like to start by saying, I was number 10 of 11 children. I looked forward to my brothers and sisters with their wives and husbands coming home for Thanksgiving dinner. My mother always loved it. See Thanksgiving page 12 ARE YOU RETIRED or SOON TO RETIRE? PROTECT YOUR RETIREMENT NEST EGG FROM: Up To 6.80%% Interest Rate GUARANTEED! CALL US TO DETERMINE YOUR ELIGIBILITY • Stock Market Risk • Unnecessary Taxes • Long Term Illness For a FREE consultation with one of our financial counselors, please call. 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The next day was a Thursday, and to our amazement, they served us a Thanksgiving meal of ham, sweet potatoes and all the trimmings, plus the wonderful fresh pineapple that is grown right there on the islands. (I think I had pineapple for all the meals while we were there, which left my mouth sore…but ORTHOPEDIC CARE CENTER - NOW OPEN WAYNESBURG, PA 724-627-3101 Luxury Accommodations State of the Art Pain Management Complete Physical and Occupational Therapy Services EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY 100 Crumrine Tower, Franklin St. Washington, PA 15301 November 2007 Senior Times Page 11 November~~National Family Caregivers Month November is National Family Caregivers (NFC) Month, a time to thank, support, educate and celebrate the more than 50 million family caregivers across the country who provide an estimated $306 billion worth of caregiving services at no charge. This year, the focus is on family caregivers speaking up for their rights. This is an opportunity to advocate for stronger public policy addressing family caregiving issues and to raise awareness about community programs that support family caregivers. This is also a time to focus on encouraging family caregivers to always... Believe in Yourself. Protect Your Health. Reach Out for Help. Speak Up for Your Rights Cough and sneeze into our sleeves Many diseases are spread by poor coughing and sneezing techniques. Most people have learned, as a courtesy, to put their hands in front of their mouths and noses to stop germs from getting into the air. Unfortunately, this puts the germs on their hands. The germs are then spread to telephones and doorknobs and many other surfaces from which they are then picked up by the next user. This is how colds spread quickly, and how the flu spreads quickly through entire cities. It would be very easy to cut this mode of infection drastically by simply getting people to cough and sneeze properly. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has created posters and public service announcements trying to get people to change the way they cough and sneeze. Only a small fraction of the population has adopted safe techniques. With colds alforth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is aimed at the common citizen. Its message is serious, but it is presented with humor in such a way that it engages the viewer’s attention for a full five minutes while the message is Cough and sneeze into your elbow and sleeve. repeated in interesting new ways. It can ways around the corner, with be enjoyed by individuals, but tuberculosis on the rise, and it is even more fun to watch in with bird flu threatening to im- groups, resulting in commupair the health and welfare of nity reinforcement. It has been the nation, all citizens should used in hospitals and schools adopt proper coughing and with great success. They claim that it actually makes people sneezing techniques. There is a five minute video change the way they cough on the Internet website http:// and sneeze.! —Adapted from Internet coughsafe.com/. It is designed to encourage people to cough source and sneeze according to the infection control guidelines put AAA Family Caregiver Support Program The Southwestern PA Area services needed to enhance the Agency on Aging, Inc., Family caregiver role. Based on the financial situaCaregiver Support Program is designed to provide assistance to tion of the family household, the persons caring for a family mem- caregiver is eligible to receive ber who is 60 years or older. educational information on appliThe caregiver and care re- cable caregiver topics, as well as cipient residing in Fayette, financial assistance for the folGreene and Washington Counties lowing services: respite care sermay live in the same household vices within and outside the home, domestic services, counor in different homes. 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At this time of year, Thanksgiving, I hope more families can be together and also hope for peace all over the world. Charles W. Thomas Washington, Pa.! Congratulations to Washington Area Senior Center on celebrating 30 years at their current location. Members and guests are pictured during their Open House on September 30. She started two days ahead to prepare for it. She was the “Mom” who was always there when you needed her. There would be around 20 at a time for a family get together. The adults sat at the dining room table and the children at the kitchen table. The aroma of the turkey filled the air, and the buffet table was filled with pumpkin and custard pies. I enjoyed listening to my older sisters and brothers talking about their children and jobs, Lateral Thinking Ear Nose & Throat Howard Goldberg, MD Ear Nose & Throat Physician Try answering the following questions. You have to let your brain think in different ways than you may be used to. 1. Question: A girl, just learning to drive, went down a oneway street in the wrong direction. Why didn’t she break the law? 2. Question: Put a coin in a bottle and then stop the opening with a cork. How can you get the coin out of the bottle without pulling out the cork or breaking the bottle? 3. Question: How can you throw a ball as hard as you can and have it come back to you, even if it doesn’t hit anything, there is nothing attached to it, and no one else catches or throws it? 4. Question: Two seniors are sitting on opposite sides of the same lunch table. There is nothing in between them but the table. Why can’t they see each other? 5. Question: How much dirt is in a round hole that is 9 feet deep with a diameter of 3 feet? (Hint: You don’t have to do any math to get the answer. Just use your head!) 6. Question: Regina left home one afternoon. She turned to the right and started running straight ahead. Then she turned to her left, ran, turned to her left again, ran, turned to her left one more time, and ran even faster. She headed for home. Then she saw a masked boy waiting for her. Who was he? 7. Question: The rope ladder of a boat hangs over the side of the boat and just reaches the water. Its rungs are 8 inches apart. How many rungs will be under the water when the tide rises 4 feet? 8. Question: A sundial is said to be the timepiece with the fewest moving parts. What is the timepiece with the most moving parts? 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Security will pay for the examiQuestion: I’ve always been People in the military can also nation. To learn more about afraid to do business via the apply for and receive disabil- Social Security disability benInternet, whether it’s banking or ity benefits while getting mili- efits, visit the website shopping. Is it safe to apply for tary pay. The online site for www.socialsecurity.gov/dibplan. Social Security benefits online? disability applications from mili- Or call toll-free number, 1-800Answer: Yes. There is no need tary personnel is www.socialse 772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778). to be afraid to apply for Social curity.gov/woundedwarriors. Or Security benefits online. It is safe call 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800- Question: I get Supplemental and secure, and it will save you a 325-0778) for an appointment. Security Income (SSI) and I work as a telemarketer making trip and the time needed to drive to your local Social Security of- Question: I applied for disabil- only one or two hundred dolfice to apply in person. Just log ity benefits because of back prob- lars a month. What’s the best onto your computer and visit lems. The disability office sent way to report my wages? Social Security Online, at me a letter saying I had to go Answer: Since your work will w w w. s o c i a l s e c u r i t y. g o v / back to the doctor for more tests. affect your SSI benefits, we applytoretire to apply online for Do I have to pay for these tests? strongly encourage monthly wage Social Security benefits from the Answer: No. The state Disabil- reporting to make sure your SSI comfort of your home or office. ity Determination Service that payments are accurate and on decides your case may need ad- time. Because it is your responQuestion: I am a retired worker. ditional medical information to sibility to report wages, not reI underestimated my expected evaluate how severe your disabil- porting them on time may result earnings to Social Security. Do ity is and how it limits your daily in you owing money to Social functioning. If needed informa- Security. Plan to submit your pay I need to report it? Answer: Yes, if you are re- tion is not available from your stubs each month. For more inceiving reduced retirement current medical sources, they formation, visit www.socialbenefits and you still work, you may ask you to go for a special security.gov/ssi or call toll-free need to let SSA know if your examination. Your doctor or the number, 1-800-772-1213 earnings are going to be higher medical facility where you (TTY 1-800-325-0778). or lower than anticipated. Just have been treated is the precall toll-free at 1-800-7721213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778). Learn more by reading How Assisted Living (George Washington Hotel) Work Affects Your Benefits, at Be proud to reside at one of www.social-security.gov/pubs/ 10069.html. Or call 1-800Washington’s famous historical buildings 772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325and awaken in one of our just completed 0778) for a copy. Question: I get Supplemental Security Income (SSI) because I’m unable to work. My mom recently died and left me the money in her bank account. Will this extra money affect my SSI benefits or will payments stop? Answer: The money inherited is considered income for the month you receive it and could make you ineligible for that month, depending on the amount of the inheritance. If you still have the money in the following month, it then becomes a part of your resources. An unmarried individual cannot have more than $2,000 in resources and remain eligible for SSI. Call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) and report the inheritance. They will tell you how your eligibility will be affected and what you might be able to do to remain eligible. For more information, visit Social Security’s website at www.socialsecurity.gov.! ...visit our Factory Clearance Center New, One-of-a-Kind, Out of Carton, Used, Discounted, Scratched & Dented Merchandise Hurry In! Limited to Stock on Hand! 20-50% OFF* Appliances, Household Items, Sweepers, Televisions, Gas Grills, Bedding & More!!* CHERRY TREE HOT BUYS! (LOOK for our RED TAGS...Save even MORE!) *Items featured are just a few examples of hundreds of great values... While quantities last.!! Not all categories represented at all times...Savings off regular retail price!! Question: My grandson was injured while in the military and he’s now in a rehab center. It’ll be a year before he is able to work again. Can he apply for disability benefits? Answer: Yes. In fact, military servicemen and women can receive expedited service new expansion of elegant, spacious rooms; impeccably furnished with private baths, emergency call systems and chef prepared meals. While space is available call for your tour today: 724-222-7505 Enjoy a complimentary lunch or dinner following your visit. 60 S. Main St. Washington, PA 15301 E.O.E. STORE HOURS Monday & Thursday 9:30 AM - 8:00 PM Tues., Wed., Fri. & Sat. 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM Page 14 November 2007 Senior Times November PrimeTime Health Schedule FAYETTE COUNTY Hospice Care Albert Gallatin Home Care Brownsville Sr. Ctr. Nov 19, 11 a.m. Bullskin Sr. Ctr. Nov 5, 11 a.m. Connellsville Sr. Ctr. Nov 9, 10:30 a.m. Fairchance Ctr. in the Bank Nov 27, 9:30 a.m. Hiller Adult Daily Living Nov 1, 10:30 a.m. Masontown Sr. Ctr. Nov 7, 11 a.m. Mountain Citizens Action Grp. Nov 15, 11 a.m. Point Marion Sr. Ctr. Nov 20, 11 a.m. Republic Sr. Ctr. Nov 1, 11 a.m. Smithfield Sr. Ctr. Nov 8, 11 a.m. Uniontown Sr. Ctr. Nov 26, 11 a.m. Blood Pressures Brownsville Sr. Ctr. Nov 21, 11 a.m. Bullskin Sr. Ctr. Nov 13 and 15, 11 a.m. Connellsville Sr. Ctr. Nov 14 and 28, 11 a.m. FairChance Ctr. in the Bank Nov 27, 9:30 a.m. Hiller Adult Daily Living Nov 1, 11 a.m. Masontown Sr. Ctr. Nov 7, 10 a.m. Point Marion Sr. Ctr. Nov 20, 10:30 a.m. Republic Sr. Ctr. Nov 1, 11 a.m. Smithfield Sr. Ctr. Nov 8, 10 a.m. Uniontown Sr. Ctr. Tuesdays, 11 a.m. MON VALLEY AREA Alcohol: Fact or Fiction Center on the Hill Nov 13, 11 a.m. Donora Sr. Ctr. Nov 12, 11 a.m. Finleyville Community Ctr. Nov 20, 10:45 a.m. Monongahela Sr. Ctr. Nov 15, 11 a.m. Perryopolis Sr. Ctr. Nov 14, 11:15 a.m. Riverside Place (Charleroi) Nov 21, 11 a.m. Alcohol and Medication Center in the Woods Nov 19, 11 a.m. Flu Shots Center in the Woods Nov 1, 12:30 – 2:30 a.m. Hearing Screening (Dr. Angelelli by appt.) Center in the Woods Nov 21, 1:30 p.m. Blood Pressures Center in the Woods Nov 1, 6, 15, 20 & 29, 11 a.m. Center on the Hill Nov 7 & 21 10:30 a.m. SilverSneakers Fitness Enrollment Guidelines Apply Center in the Woods Tue & Thu, 9 a.m. Healthy Steps In Motion Beth Center Sr. Ctr. Center in the Woods Nov 7, 10:30 a.m. Tue & Thu, 11 a.m. Burgettstown Sr. Ctr. Perryopolis Sr. Ctr. Nov 8, 12 p.m. Mon & Thu, 10 a.m. *Canon House Apts. Nov 27, 1 p.m. WASHINGTON COUNTY *Canonsburg Sr. Ctr. Healthy Steps In Motion Nov 14, 9:30 a.m. Burgettstown Sr. Ctr. Cross Creek Sr. Ctr. Tue, 9:30 a.m. Nov 6, 12 p.m. Thu, 10:30 a.m. *Ellsworth Parkview Apts. Burgettstown Sr. Apts. Nov 7 12:15 p.m. Tue, 10:30 a.m. *Haveloch Commons Canonsburg Sr. Ctr. Nov 29, 12 p.m. Tue/Fri, 9:30 a.m. *Heritage House of Houston Cross Creek Sr. Ctr. Nov 27, 3 p.m. Tue/Thu, 10:30 a.m. McDonald/Cecil Sr. Ctr. McGuffey Sr. Ctr. Nov 29, 10:30 a.m. Mon/Fri, 10:30 a.m. *McGuffey Sr. Ctr. Thomas Campbell Apts. Nov 19, 10:30 a.m. Mon/Fri, 3 p.m. Thomas Campbell Apts. Washington Arbors Nov 19, 1 p.m. Wed, 2 p.m. *Washington Arbors Apts. PrimeTime Health Nov 14, 1 p.m. Bellmead Apts. Washington Sr. Ctr. Nov 13, 2:30 p.m. Nov 13, 10 a.m. Bentleyville Sr. Ctr. Nov 8, 10:15 a.m. *Includes Blood Pressure Screening. Note: Schedule is subject to change. Please contact your senior center for current plans.! Answers to page 12 Lateral Thinking 1. She was walking. 2. Push the cork into the bottle, and shake the coin out. 3. Throw the ball straight up in the air. 4. The two seniors have their backs to each other. 5. None. You make a hole by digging out the dirt, so the hole is empty. 6. The masked boy was the catcher. Regina played on a coed baseball team. 7. When the tide rises 4 feet, the boat and its ladder will also rise. So no rungs will be under the water. 8. An hourglass—filled with many grains of sand or other granular material. HOUSE OF JACKSON MEMORIAL CHAPEL 1324 Meldon Avenue • Donora 724-379-5420 228485 Karl Jackson, Funeral Director Economy Funeral Starting At $1,995 Cremation Starting At $700 November 2007 Senior Times Page 15 Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Enrollment Centers The annual open enrollment period for individuals who want to switch plans and for new subscribers is from November 15 through December 31, 2007. The following Medicare Part D Prescription Program Enrollment Centers published in the October Senior Times are reprinted for reader convenience. To make an appointment at one of the Enrollment Centers, contact the number indicated under the county Enrollment Center which is most convenient for you. Applicants must bring pertinent insurance cards, Medicare (red, white and blue) card, the zip code of their pharmacy, and a list of their prescriptions and prescribed dosages. 2704, ext. 4430. (No appts. on Nov 22) GREENE COUNTY Community Action Southwest 58 E. Greene Street Waynesburg, PA 15370 Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, beginning Nov 16 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. by appt. (No appts. Nov 23 or Dec 24) 724-852-2893, ext. 541, or 1888-300-2704, ext. 4430 MON VALLEY Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc. 305 Chamber Plaza Charleroi, PA 15022 Wednesday, beginning Nov 21 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., by appt. 724-489-8080 or l-888-3002704, ext. 4438 or 4430 WASHINGTON COUNTY Washington Area Senior Ctr. 69 W. Maiden Street FAYETTE COUNTY 1st. Floor Computer Room Fayette County Community Washington, PA 15301 Action Agency, Inc. 140 N. Beeson Ave., 2nd Floor Tuesdays, beginning Nov 20 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. by appt. Uniontown, PA 15401 Thursdays, beginning Nov 15 724-228-7080 or 1-888-3002704, ext. 4430 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. by appt. 724-430-4603 or 1-888-300- (No appointments on Dec 25) Senior Community Center Notes FAYETTE COUNTY BROWNFIELD 291 Banning Road Dawson, PA 15428 724-529-2930 -Loretta Newell … Our activities include cards at 8 a.m., dartball at 10 a.m. and lunch at 12 p.m. on Wednesdays. On the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, SPHS Aging Services caters lunch and on the 2nd Wednesday, the meal is prepared by Linda Cottom, Gene Knox and Helen Guess. The 4th Wednesday is our covered dish. On Thursdays at 7 p.m., members play dartball. We are planning a Christmas party with entertainment on Dec. 12. We are also planning a trip to see the Christmas lights. November birthday celebrants are Joan Knight, Rich Lint, Etta May Sechrist, Nellie Lynn and Jake Secret. November anniversaries will be celebrated by Arnold and Emma Jane Davis, Chuck and Alice Niswonger and Hazel and George Hixon… BROWNSVILLE CROSSKEYS 302 Shaffner Ave Brownsville, PA 15417 724-785-6180 -Joyce Drake … Autumn greetings from Brownsville Crosskeys Center… Congratulations to Julie Frazier for winning a gold medal at the 3K Walk at Sampey Park on Sept. 14… November birthday celebrants are Bob Anderson, Howard Washington, Julia Frazier, and Joyce Drake… The Bowling Team started on Nov. 5. Cost is $1 per week… Nov. 8 is the date for the Wheeling Downs trip… The Center will be closed Nov. 22 and 23 for Thanksgiving... We are still looking to recruit more seniors to attend daily. Come and enjoy a nice warm meal and some quality time with other seniors… Until next month, may God bless you and heaven smile upon you… BULLSKIN 52 Medsger Road Connellsville, PA 15425 724-887-0655 -Barbara Lowry … Our Rummage Sale on Sept. 15, which included a Homemade Pie and Ice Cream Social was a successful fundraiser for the Center… Ethel Oldland, administrative secretary, wishes to remind everyone that our Computer Classes will run until the week before Thanksgiving, if we can get at least 5 people per class. Each class lasts four weeks, 1 ½ hours per class and the cost is $25. All ages are welcome to participate. Remember, we would enjoy your company at our craft classes on Mondays, and our painting classes on Thursdays. Bingo Day is Wednesday. Every one of all ages is welcome to come and have a good time… The spaghetti dinner is on Election Day, Nov. 6… Our flu shots are to be given out on Nov. 7… CENTER ON THE HILL 100 Summit Road Belle Vernon, PA 15012 724-930-8512 -Stella Kroskie … Here we are in Washington Township enjoying the beautiful scenery from up on the hill. Some of our members play bingo everyday. We exercise on Tuesday and Thursday mornings and do crafts on Tuesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. On Wednesday afternoons, we have a Jam session. Everyone is welcome to bring AAA Dom Care providers needed The Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., Domiciliary (Dom) Care program is in urgent need of families willing to share their homes with persons who are not able to live alone for medical, social and/or economic reasons, but are also not bedfast and do not require 24-hour nursing or medical care. Homes are needed throughout Fayette, Greene and Washington Counties to care for persons 18 years-ofage and older who require living assistance. When a person’s special needs exceed the capabilities of family, friends or human service agencies, the Dom Care program helps unite adults in need with Dom Care families so that the person may remain in a home and community setting as an alternative to institutionalization. Providers currently receive $859.80 a month for each person with whom they share their home. If you can give one, or as many as three, individuals a chance at having a home life by becoming a Dom Care provider, please contact the Area Agency on Aging at 724-489-8083, extension 4612.! EVERY TUESDAY HOPWOOD VFD Bob Doyle, Chairman, Bingo REDSTONE FURNACE RD. 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We are looking for people who like to pitch horseshoes. Our craft ladies are busy making squares for afghans for the needy. We also made hats for cancer patients and memory boxes for hospital maternity wards. If anyone has yarn they do not need, our craft ladies can use it for our projects. Transportation for Fayette County residents is free. A full meal is served everyday at noon. Roxie, our beautician, is here every Thursday and Friday morning. For an appointment, call 724-930-8511… Trips are planned by Stella Kroskie at 724-929-3059, Shirley Fugo at 724-929-6659, and Pat Petrosky at 724-929-3638… Since Robin Youger left, we have had a few fill-ins. We enjoyed every one of them, wish them well and hope they come to visit us. We are pleased with our new site monitor, Pat Beneccio, and I am sure she will get used to us, too… Anyone interested in coming to the Center for meals or transportation or for information about any activities, call Pat at our center before 1:30 p.m. if you want lunch the next day. Hoping to see some new faces. Come and try it, you’ll like it… CONNELLSVILLE 100 E. Fayette Street Connellsville, PA 15425 724-626-1515 -Elsie Adams … Barbara Anne Popson from Pittsburgh National Bank talked about identity theft and how to protect ourselves. She reminded us not to give out our Social Security or bank account numbers and to shred personal information… On Sept. 10, Marsha Morrison, Legislative Assistant to Rep. Tim Mahoney, came to see if his office could help us in any way. She also brought donuts… The 3K race was held at Sampey Park in Perryopolis on Sept. 14. The seniors attending from our center were Vivian Schipani, Millie Roebuck, Mary Karwatsky, Betty Nicholson, Bobby Little, Martha Brosh and James Seaton. A picnic lunch was served and they played bingo and music… Carol Quarrick, PrimeTime Health Coordinator, visited a few times… We are looking for dartball players… Our Volunteer Dinner was Oct. 12… EVERSON Everson VFW Graff Street Everson, PA 15631 -Grace Dugger … The monthly meeting was held on Sept. 19. President Joseph Eckman called the meeting to order. Chaplain Dorothy Dugger led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance, in singing, “America,” and in a closing prayer. The regular volunteers served dinner… President Eckman conducted the business meeting. Grace Dugger, secretary, read the minutes of the previous meeting. Dina Harshman, treasurer, gave the treasurer’s report. The group approved both. Bonnie Raygor gave the report on members who are sick… September birthday and anniversary celebrants were honored. Grace Dugger was presented with a beautiful plaque to honor her for her years of service. There was a bus tour to Wheeling, WV, on Oct. 10. Albert Gallatin nurses took blood pressures… MASONTOWN 22 S. Main Street Masontown, PA 15461 724-583-7822 -Josephine Putila … On Sept. 4, Clara Delaney and Tillie DelGado led the Labor Day program... A bake sale was held on Sept. 5. Our sincere thanks to Virginia McCann, Linda Getsie and Ed Yocabet who took care of sales and to all those who contributed in any way. Cheryl Lawrence, Albert Gallatin Home Care, also took our blood pressures… A program for Grandparents Day was held on Sept. 10 with readings by Nila Rowe, Mary Corob and Agnes Bogozi. Tillie DelGado led the group in singing old-time songs. Those who had four generations of families were Virginia McCann, Shirley Rhodes, Josephine Putila and Agnes Bogozi… The combined picnic with Masontown, Smithfield and Pt. Marion was held at German Masontown Park on Sept. 12. Agnes Monteith was the winner of the 50-50 drawing. Six other door prizes which were donated from the centers were also awarded. Vocalist Dave Townsend was the highlight of the day. We appreciate and thank him and invite him back anytime. Bingo topped the afternoon activities and beautiful weather prevailed… Carol Quarrick, PrimeTime Health Coordinator, came on Sept. 17 with literature on “Aging Well” and the importance of keeping a health history… Our food distribution was on Sept. 19… Chances are being sold on a quilt made and donated by Clara Delaney. Our thanks to her… Nila and George Rowe, Bucky Shaffer, George Crosby, Ed Yocabet, and Linda Getsie attended the 3K walk at Sampey Park on Sept. 14. George Rowe, Nila Rowe, Bucky Shaffer and George Crosby won gold medals in their age categories. Winning silver medals were Ed Yocabet and Linda Getsie. Also winning a gold for being the first overall woman and man were Nila Rowe and Bucky Shaffer… Nila and George Rowe performed a skit, “KnockKnock” and many added their favorite knock-knock jokes for fun… Agnes Bogozi and Linda Getsie were the birthday celebrants on Sept. 28. Each received a lottery ticket… October was a full month with volunteer dinners at the Center and both satellites and with flu shots scheduled at each center…There is something of interest for every senior seeking fellowship, fun and good food. We would love to welcome you to our center... Exercise & Urinary Incontinence It appears that women who exercise regularly have a reduced risk of developing urinary incontinence. A study looked at the exercise habits of over 30,000 women. Researchers found that those who exercised the most (the equivalent of walking one hour a day) had a 20 to 25% lower risk than the women who exercised the least. The exercise is thought to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, which in turn aids proper bladder function. Keeping your weight in the healthy range reduced risk also, however it was the exercise, not the weight, that made the biggest difference. 609 NATIONAL PIKE EAST BROWNSVILLE, PA TRIPIL SERVICES An affiliate of Tri-County Patriots for Independent Living IN-HOME PERSONAL CARE With RESPECT Consumer CHOICE and CONTROL Serving Fayette, Washington and Greene Counties 724-785-7900 What A Pharmacy Was Meant To Be * Pharmacists always available to answer your questions * We accept most insurance plans including UPMC, PACE and HIGHMARK BC/BS * Free delivery * Prescription pick-up window 724-223-5115 or 724-439-1434 PERSONAL CARE PROVIDER for Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging and Department of Public Welfare November 2007 Senior Times Page 17 Senior Community Center Notes MOUNTAIN CITIZENS Box 105 Farmington, PA 15437 724-329-4260 -Mary Barr … This is such a lovely autumn day so refreshingly cool as I write this. There are several new folks coming to the Center for lunch on Thursdays and we welcome them all… A group went to Penn Distributing for Bingo supplies and to Century III Mall for a bit of shopping and lunch. As usual, there were several who attended the senior dance, “Autumn Leaves,” at the Uniontown VFW… Pat Lin was the birthday hostess. She had a delightful fall table arranged for Dick Fitzpatrick who contributed the beautiful cake created by Sharon Jenkins and enjoyed by everyone. Other birthday celebrants were Margaret Holt, Traci Hixon and Minnie Mitchell… Preparations are being made for our semi-annual Spaghetti Dinner, which is always a popular and successful event. Friday night bingo under the leadership of Delores Dixon and Joanne Weltz has been doing well. Carl Bontrager is our excellent bingo caller… Our indoor flea market continues to help provide much needed funds. Minnie Mitchell, Pat Lin, Jessie Firestone and others keep busy there each week… It will soon be Thanksgiving and we truly do have much for which to give thanks and praise to God. How blessed we are!... REPUBLIC CROSSKEYS North & Fairgarden Streets Republic, PA 15475 724-246-7740 -Johanna Swetz … November birthday celebrants are Carl Sargant and Viola Whetzel. Lucky 5 winners were Fred Cunningham, Dora Reagan, Ruth Herilla and Johanna Swetz… On Sept 17, a representative from the Pennsylvania Treasury came with a computer to search for “unclaimed properties” for those interested in giving their name to be placed in the search… Flu shots are scheduled for Nov. 5 from 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. You must show your Medicare card… GREENE COUNTY CARMICHAELS 100 Nemacolin Road Carmichaels, PA 15320 724-966-2290 -Mary Yoney … On Sept. 4, Sharon Radovich helped fill out the Rent & Property Rebates… On Sept. 11, the Executive Board met… On Sept. 12, there was an Ice Cream Social to honor the medal winner from the Senior Games… On Sept. 12, we held our Site Council Meeting. New Site Council members are Theresa Walthes and Bob Fuller. Mary L. Braden and Mary Yoney completed their terms… On Sept. 12, Marlene Shaw R.N., from the Department of Health, presented a program entitled, “Sneeze in your sleeve” or “Where are the Germs”… ElderCare in Waynesburg is selling Pie Candles… We will be going to the State Theatre in Uniontown, to see Peter Pan via Budget Charters on Nov. 11 at 7 p.m. Ticket prices, based on availability, are $30, $27, and $24. All prices are less 10% for the Senior Rate. We will stop at a restaurant before the show for dinner (Dinner is on you). The bus will pick up in Carmichaels. For more information call 724-9662290… On Sept. 18, Audra Casino came to talk on scams and identity theft… September Birthdays were celebrated by Fred Cecchine, Eugene Everly, Louise Goodish, Dorothy Griffin, Ann Hopkins, Charles Hall, Larry Ross, Marilyn Banghart, Freda Bails, Helen Miller, George Mosolovich, Dolores Menhart, and Donald Smith… A Reminder: Dances every Friday from 7 to 11:30 p.m… Our Volunteer Dinner was on Nov. 1… CLARKSVILLE SATELLITE 425 East Street Clarksville, PA 15332 724-377-1144 … Our Clarksville center started the fall season with a very successful spaghetti dinner. Did you know you do not need to be Italian to be a good sauce maker? You do need some of the Italian finesse to put it together, just ask Janet Shumaker, Elizabeth (Impiccinni) Kimtantas and Eileen Muhley. They did a super job in the kitchen . These special ladies also stayed and helped clean and close the kitchen. An anonymous volunteer with initials R.H. and Tom Shumaker are the best cleaneruppers in Clarksville. The servers were very busy but, still had time to chat with friends and thank them for supporting our center. Rose Nesto, Mary Swaney, Louise Gordon, Janet Jacobs and Sandra Silbaugh did not make a lot of tips but they sure did serve a lot of spaghetti and meatballs. The best dessert award goes to Ida Mary Haftman for her “Hawaiian Wedding Cake.” Many wonderful varieties of cakes were donated by our members and friends. Daisies to everyone who helped in any way and to those who supported our center and a great heartfelt THANK YOU… Martha Staggers, PrimeTime Health Coordinator, offered programs that were especially important the past few months. Flu season is around the bend and the program, “Sneeze in your Sleeve,” was very helpful. The program presented by Marlene Shaw, R.N., sounded funny, but we will not make fun any more. This should be presented to schools and the public as well. One other thing, wear LONG SLEEVES. Another great program was “Identity Theft Scams.” We can never be too careful. Blood pressure and cholesterol screenings were done by Albert Gallatin Home Health Free Training For Direct Care Workers Nov. 5-17th Mon.- Wed. 5p.m.- 9p.m. Fri. & Sat. 10a.m.- 4p.m. Convenient evening and weekend hours Held in Charleroi training site. Graduates enjoy Certificates, Job Placement Services Starting wages of $9.00-$11.00/hour. WASHINGTON COUNTY HEALTH CENTER THE FACILITY OF CHOICE FOR SHORT-TERM REHABILITATION and SKILLED NURSING CARE. 724-223-7185 OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE. To register or gain information about monthly trainings contact TRIPIL Resource Coordinators @ (724) 223-5115. Page 18 November 2007 Senior Times Senior Community Center Notes nurse Cheryl Lawrence… We have been very busy at the Clarksville Center. One reason is our newest volunteer, Valerie Nyswaner, has started a slate painting class. Some of the projects are for Christmas, and Roberta Ross has a great Santa painted, just waiting to be displayed. We all have some hidden talent, but we just need a nudge and encouragement to get started. We hope to a start scrapbooking class later this year… Carol Bush and Rose DiPasquale have joined our Strong Bones Program. If we keep on adding people, we may need to exercise in the parking lot. Now, would that be great? Thanks and daisies to Ryan King, Debbie Chulick and Janet Shumaker for leading us on a walk to good health… Are you flying your American Flag? Is it in good shape, not tattered or torn? If it is, contact your local American Legion or any other military service organization. They can help you get a new flag at a minimal cost… Come see us in Greene County, your friends are here, there and everywhere… JEFFERSON 190 Washington Street Jefferson, PA 15344 -William Bebber … We want to remind readers that our center offers rentals. Call Barb Kelly at 724-883-4359 or Shirley Huffman at 724-8833429 if you are interested. Exercise classes continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 10 a.m. Bible study classes are on Thursdays from 10:15 to 11:30 a.m… Collections for new shoes for the Heart and Soul Program are in progress. The collections are for the troops in Iraq. Our center also contributes to the church, fire department, victims of fires and floods, the borough and to people in need. Thanks to so many volunteers who make these things happen—led at the Center by Pat Lemley, our site supervisor who seems tireless in her service. Thanks to people like Emily Roy and Marion Walker for donating home grown vegetables and fruit free to our members… November birthday celebrants are Pat Lawrence, Melanie Dufalla, Helen Evasirch, Hal Jones, Janet Mattrucci, Kaly Paluda, Bill Bebber, and Sharon Lippencott. Happy anniversary to Joy and Dave Corbett... WAYNESBURG 341 N. Richhill Street Waynesburg, PA 15370 724-627-6366 -Shirley K. Edgar … Greetings, September was busy and many college students returned to help out. We enjoy having them and they seem to enjoy working at our center. We welcome them and are very grateful for the different chores and programming they help with… We had a new activity in September, called “Coffee and Conversation,” facilitated by Karen Owens. There were 15 in attendance and it was a great time of sharing memories. Our laughter could be heard in all the rooms. We are waiting for the next time we can be together. Watch for the date and join us… On Oct. 5, many of our members attended Rep. Bill DeWeese’s Senior Fair. We appreciate this yearly event in which health screenings, a luncheon, and many booths of information are available to us… Oct. 5 was also when our annual Volunteer Dinner was held. Artist Bette Morton’s “Expressions in Chalk” entertained us. It was a well attended expression of thanks for all those who spend countless hours volunteering in many ways at our center and for the home-delivered meals program. It was held at the First Presbyterian Church, which afforded more room and the different setting was very nice… On Oct. 12, Emerald Mine employees joined us for lunch. They donate to United Way who, in turn, gives us money to help keep centers operational. It is always nice to have them. Thank you to all of them for their generous support… On Oct. 15, we had our Octoberfest with live entertainment and lots of fun… On Oct. 22, flu shots were administered… We had a vision screening on Oct. 23 and we had several PrimeTime Health program speakers share many education and important health topics with us. 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It also suggests what to and what not to do. It tells of the bantering that goes on between partner and friend, the companionship, the love and the deep satisfaction and appreciation in return. The book also highlights some experiences both amusing and tragic and suggestions to avoid those that would prey on the vulnerable. It also contains a Children’s book in the last chapter for the little ones. Special price through this newspaper is just $9.95 plus $2.50 S&H. 2 Locations Serving Washington County EMERGENCIES & NON-EMERGENCY Washington County Service Since 1962 Send check or money order to: BRYAN BOOKS – Box 518 – New Salem, Pa. 15468 724-225-8050 WASHINGTON-CLAYSVILLE 724-947-2244 BURGETTSTOWN-HICKORY November 2007 Senior Times Page 19 Senior Community Center Notes join us at 8:45 a.m. for breakfast, which ends promptly at 10 a.m… Every other Tuesday is our blood pressure monitoring with Marybeth Zapora, Albert Gallatin Home Care. Many thanks, Marybeth for your time and caring… Our speakers for September included Patti Mounts, PrimeTime Health Coordinator; Michele Kubistek, physical therapist with Nova Care in Bentleyville, who presented an exercise program; and Erin Pirain, Three Rivers Hospice, who presented “The Grieving Process.” Thanks to all our health educators for their time and travel to present informative topics… Fourteen members of our center attended the Senior Expo at Crown Center Mall. On the way home, our coordinator, Jerie Drupp, who also drove the van, took us to Presbyterian Senior Care to bid a fond farewell to one of our long-standing members, Mary Ondo. Mary, we will miss you and wish you a quick recovery… The Washington County Memory Walk was held on Sept. 22 at Peterswood Park. Fourteen of our members and our coordinator, Jerie, attended and many of our members were lucky winners in the Chinese auction… Our volunteer dinner was held on Thursday, Sept. 27, with 78 members present. Dignitaries who shared in serving our wonderful lunch were Washington County Commissioners J. Bracken Burns, Sr., Diana Irey and Larry Maggi; Jim Young with US Food Services; Debbie DeStefano and Rose Moore from Aging Services of Washington County; and Kathy Costantino, Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging Washington County Supervisor. All of our volunteers received vinyl wrist bracelets from Aging Services of Washington County as a small gratuity for their time and service. George Suhon provided a splendid hour of music on keyboard and button box. Many members were dancing and enjoying a great afternoon… We enjoyed the Spaghetti Dinner Theatre on Oct. 1 and the Jude Pohl production of “Celebrate America”… Pearlie Buel was the instructor at the 55 Alive Driving Course on Oct. 18 and 19. A discount is granted from many auto insurance carriers for attending this course… Flu shots were administered by Centerville Clinics, Inc., on Oct. 22… BURGETTSTOWN 200 Senior Way Burgettstown, PA 15021 724-947-9524 -Edith M. Cassidy … The leaves are beautiful this year. Take a minute to enjoy them… A busload took a nice trip to Presque Isle… Acuity Specialty Hospital held a Health Fair at our center on Sept. 13. We had good attendance and information on various health needs was available… We had a special day on Sept. 15 when we played bingo, enjoyed a delicious roast beef dinner and danced to a Great Country Group… Patti Mounts, PrimeTime Health Coordinator, had us all take part in playing “Bladder Bingo”… Our meals-on-wheels coordinator, Nadine Dodds, always has good words for our drivers and helpers. Our Volunteer dinner was held Oct. 5… Our flu shots were administered on Oct. 12… Come in and enjoy the companionship… CANONSBURG 30 E. Pike Street Canonsburg, PA 15317 724-745-5443 -Sylvia Shaw … October was a busy month at the Canonsburg Senior Center… A depression screening took place on Oct. 5; an eye screening on Oct. 9, and flu shots were administered Oct. 25… A special luncheon to honor volunteers was held on Oct. 14… The Alzheimer’s walk was a great success. Nancy Brown raised over $300 for Alzheimer’s research. Ed Londravaille and Vivian Livingood also raised a considerable amount. We thank all who participated… Peg Allen, Ted Allen, Germaine Martin, Terri Ritter and Dorothy Davis-Ward celebrated October birthdays. Our prayers go with them for a blessing of many more years… Our congratulations go out to Gilbert and Karolyn Beaumariage on their 60th wedding anniversary. May you have many more happy years together… With joy and thanksgiving, we welcome home from 3 tours of duty in Iraq Commander Sgt. Major Daniel Reynolds, son of our Betty Reynolds. Thank you, Dan, for a job well done… Our president, Sandy Bebout, planned a super Halloween Party for Oct.25. Tickets were $5, which included the food, costume prizes and music. DJs were Steve and Cindy Sedora… CENTER IN THE WOODS 130 Woodland Court Brownsville PA 15417 724-938-3554 -Diane Kuppelweiser … To celebrate Veteran’s Day, the Center, John F. Kennedy American Legion Post 377, California; and Centerville Post 705 presented a tribute to the men and women who served our great nation. On Nov. 5 at 10:45 a.m., Veterans were invited to wear their uniforms, medals and Jefferson Senior Care, Inc. (Formerly “The Parish House”) Personal Care Home Under New Management First 3 Months Stay Discounted $200/Month For A Savings Of $600!! We offer Day Care, Short & Long-Term Stay as well as Vacation Stay. Jefferson Senior Care, Inc. provides a carefree and homelike lifestyle while insuring health and safety to our residents. Services * 24 hr. supervision * laundry included * 3 well-balanced meals daily * weekly services/communions * and many more.... * daily activities * beauty/barber shop 14 Memorial Drive, Perryopolis, PA 15473 Phone: (724) 736-8880 Fax: (724) 736-8879 www.jeffersonseniorcare.com Our Rates start at $50 / day (Semi-private) & private rooms are available. Discounted rates end 12-31-07 (SSI recipients are not eligible) Page 20 November 2007 Senior Times Senior Community Center Notes branch colors. Non veterans were encouraged to wear red, white and blue to show support… To allow our staff to spend Thanksgiving with their families, the Center will offer a Thanksgiving program on Thursday, Nov. 15, beginning at 10:45 a.m. with entertainment and hors d’oeuvres. Lunch will include the traditional Thanksgiving turkey meal. Come join friends, family and neighbors for this festive feast. Donations are welcome. Please make reservations by Nov. 9… Mark your calendar for Saturday, Nov. 17, for an evening of dancing with the Best of Times from 6 to 10 p.m. Cost is $7, which includes a sandwich, dessert and snacks. Register at the front desk or call… The third annual Sparkle in the Woods holiday dinner dance will be on Saturday, Dec. 1, beginning at 4:30 .m. with hors d’oeuvres in the lounge. The dinner buffet will begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by a dessert bar and punch in the main lobby. Dancing and music provided by the Best of Times. Come and enjoy an evening to remember. Cost is $18 with reservations—Limited to 125 participants. Evening attire is suggested… TravelFriends is planning the following trips: Nov. 14, Wheeling Island Race Track & Casino, $20 per person; and Dec. 10-11, Rockettes March to the Holidays, $255 per person/dbl. occupancy. Call Shirley or Rita for information… Expanding Horizons is offering classes at the center. Intro to PC on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning Nov. 1 to 20 at 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. cost $85; Matting and Framing your Art on Nov. 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. cost $20; Cozy Comfort Bag on Nov. 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. cost $10; Finishing Up Your Art Project on Nov. 7, 14, 21 and 28, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. cost $20; Basic Pastry Making on Nov. 12 from 6 to 9 p.m. cost $25; Christmas Wreath on Nov. 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. cost $20; Fleece Coverlet on Nov. 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. cost $10. The Sit and Stitch Club also welcomes new members to bring your project and supplies and attend as often as you want. Meet and learn and stitch together… CROSS CREEK VALLEY 28 Clark Avenue Avella, PA 15312 724-587-5755 -Rosemerie Parker … On the Sept. 8, we had a very touching ceremony commemorating the sixth anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attack. Washington County Commissioner J. Bracken Burns, Sr., presented “America the Beautiful, Reflections on 9-11.” Rosemerie and Regis presented “Let There Be Peace on Earth” as a blessing. Members of American Legion Post 643 conducted the flag ceremony. Members participating were Henry Gizawski, Jerry Bauduin, Margaret Delf, Bill Ward, Melvin Polen, Vice Commander, and Jerry Piatt... Our monthly meeting took place on Sept. 12. I apologize for omitting Josephine Baker’s name in the last issue. Jo was reelected 2nd vice president of our center… On Sept. 19, Patti Mounts, PrimeTime Health Coordinator, gave a talk on health issues… Many of our members attended the Senior Expo at Washington Crown Center on Sept. 20. It was an enjoyable day… We held the annual volunteer appreciation luncheon on Sept. 21 for our many hard working members. After a delicious meal, our honored guests, Washington County Commissioners J. Bracken Burns, Sr., and Larry Maggi, and Commissioner Diana Irey’s secretary, JoAnn; Kathy Costantino, Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging Washington County supervisor; Mary Lynn Spilak, director, Aging Services of Washington County, assistant director, Deborah DeStefano, and Rose Marie Moore, quality assurance manager, all thanked the volunteers… Dr. Anwar’s office offered cataract screenings. We greatly appreciate this service… Carol Thomas, Presbyterian Senior Care, gave us updated information on the many programs they offer… Congratulations to members Rosemary and Dewayne Kirschner on their 50th wedding anniversary. We helped them celebrate on Sept. 28… September birthday celebrants were Pete Pleska, Isabell Barnhart, Gaylord Meloy, Jean Pleska, Darlene IF YOU NEED CARPET CERAMIC TILE, VINYL, HARDWOOD or LAMINATE FLOORING ...and you haven’t shopped PRO-CARPET, then you may pay “too much!” We do it all! Measure, remove, dispose of old flooring, and expert installation. We give our best price first-no frills or gimmicksjust fair and honest prices! PRO-CARPET 573 NATIONAL PIKE WEST BROWNSVILLE, PA 15417 AARP & SENIOR CITIZEN DISCOUNTS 724-785-8861 November 2007 Senior Times Page 21 Senior Community Center Notes Kubacka, John Dohanich, Rose Klovanish, and Theo Zatta, Jr…. We celebrated our center’s 27th anniversary, had flu shots and a Halloween party. More next month… Always remember to whistle a happy tune… FINLEYVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER 3547 Marion Avenue Finleyville, PA 15332 724-258-9511 -Mary Kotula … There will be no meeting on Nov. 6 because elections are held in our center. On Nov. 17, Leslie Wright, PrimeTime Health Coordinator, will give us a presentation. She is always interesting… Barb Muntan will finish the arthritis exercises this month. She does an excellent job… Sign up for the Christmas Party to be held Dec. 11 at noon at Al’s Café… Rosemarie Zrimsik does a great job handling our covered dish lunches. The next one is on Nov. 27… Happy Thanksgiving… McGUFFEY 105 Green Street Claysville, PA 15323 724-663-4202 -Vera Sprowls … There were 15 members present at our monthly meeting held on Sept. 13… October birthday celebrants were Hilda Ailes, Margaret Hertig, Sue Oliver, Sally Proctor and Mabel Porter… The old kitchen cabinets have been removed and new ones have been installed. Things are looking pretty good. Upcoming additional renovations will make our center a beautiful place to gather… Crafts are on Wednesdays… We still do not have a date for the Rummage Sale… We also continue to need volunteers to deliver meals on Mondays. If four people would give one Monday a month, we would have it covered… So much for Claysville. Take care and God Bless… MIDWAY Noblestown Road Midway, PA 15060 724-796-8671 -Rosalie Augustine … The regular monthly meeting was held on Sept. 6. President Edna Bain opened the meeting and welcomed guest Evelyn Bugay, “tax lady,” Terry Copechal, and her daughter. Lenny Masquelier offered the devotions… Anniversary wishes to Jean and Karl Gaber (57 years)... After the meeting, we had a corn roast with hot dogs, hamburgers and dessert. We played bingo with produce from Wayne and Helen Kramers’ farm given as prizes. The Kramers also gave each person a small homemade jar of jam… Rep. Jesse White spoke about transportation and roads… Seniors sold hot dogs, hamburgers and cookies during the Midway Community Flea Market… A card party was held on Sept. 10. Cakes were provided by Olive Piazza, Mary Frances Cataney and Jean Moran… MONONGAHELA 102 W. Main Street Monongahela, PA 15063 724-258-9511 -Betty Brooks … Greetings! We are in our winter holiday season with Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s... Halloween was great. We had a “Spooky Card Party” with treats and costumes. It was lots of fun!!! Our center was open Veterans Day with coffee and other treats offered as members and visitors “drop” in. The Center is tastefully decorated in anticipation of the holidays… Sam Crawford, one of our regulars, created two photo displays. On one easel, he has a photo of all the men and women who attend the Center. On the other, he has a photo of each one of our friends who passed away. Kudos and Thanks to Sam for a beautiful job… Merle Henry, a country musician, presented an excellent evening program in October… The Center has a lot to offer the local seniors. We have a daily bingo and a Thursday evening social. On the fourth Tuesday of the month, the Site Committee hosts a card party. We also have a monthly health program with an opportunity for questions… So long for now. Come on in. We have something for every one… RIVERSIDE PLACE 303 Chamber Plaza Charleroi, PA 15022 724-483-5800 -Audrey E. Steward … We had a day of scrapbooking on Nov. 3…We are having fried dough on Friday, Nov. 9 and Nov. 30 from 8 to 10 a.m… We are planning a Wheeling trip on Monday, Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost is $12… Our PrimeTime Health topic on Nov. 21 at 11 a.m. will be “Alcohol Facts and Fiction”… On Mondays, we play darts at 1 p.m… On Wednesdays, we play bingo from 1 to 3 p.m… On Fridays, we have public euchre at 12:30 p.m… On Sundays from 6 to 9 p.m., we play Pinochle… On Nov. 7, Sally and John Yates will celebrate 51 years of marriage. On Nov. 11, Audrey and Ted Steward will be married 70 years. There will be a free Thanksgiving dinner at the Center sponsored by the Charleroi Ministerial Society on Thanksgiving day from 12 to 2 p.m… THOMAS CAMPBELL 850 Beech Street Washington, Pa 15301 724-225-2290 -Marilyn B. Wyeth … Thomas Campbell residents at our senior center are as busy as they want to be. Those who belong to the Sharps and Flats Choir, practice every Monday morning, and in October we went to “Prime Time Adult Day Care” in Bethel Park to present our program. We received our Flu Shots, had our blood pressure taken, played bingo, dartball, and worked on ceramics. We attended a Bible Study, took a trip to the Grove City outlet shops, and had a Halloween party… The “Red Hat Grannies” went to “Cheddar’s Casual Cafe” in Triadelphia, WV, for some really good food at reasonable prices. The “men’s group” had their regular morning of the month out for breakfast… Every Friday we had a large choice to pick from our “Movie Matinee” in our Coming Soon!! at Victoria House Senior Living Condominiums 1 and 2 Bedroom Units Pre-Construction Pricing The Villa’s ’s artman B PLUMBING 724.258.9125 724.258.2215 BARTMAN “Fixed Right or It’s FREE”™ CALL 724-684-6783 Page 22 November 2007 Senior Times November 2007 Senior Times Page 23 Senior Community Center Notes remodeled Friendship Room. We enjoyed Healthy Steps, cards, and the Restaurant Club went to “Apple Annie’s” in Point Marion, Pa. The veteran’s went to the American Legion Post 639 in Claysville for their luncheon… The AARP Driver Safety Program is coming. Sign up and learn the updated Pennsylvania laws, what you could do better, and reduce your car insurance... The class, which is two four- hour days totaling 8 hours, is being held on Tuesday, Nov. 13 and 20, 1 to 5 p.m. You must complete the course to get your discount on your insurance and you will receive a receipt. To sign up, call 724-225-2290, ext 15, and talk to Tracy. Checks are made out to AARP in the amount of $10. This class repeated every 3 years. Space is limited so call soon… VENETIA COMMUNITY CENTER 800 Venetia Road Venetia, PA 15367 724-941-6956 -Erma Grego … Here we are in November, “turkey time”… Our November program is as follows: There will only be one luncheon since Thanksgiving falls on our second luncheon. Our usual luncheon will follow a blood pressure screening from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Then our speaker will be Carl Stopperich... November birthday celebrants are Ross Dugan, Janet Janico, Mary Kotula, Jean Mondale, Lois Obringer, Mary Paver, and Loretta Stancampiano… The Venetia Heritage Society is still taking order for the paver bricks fundraiser. We would greatly appreciate hearing from those who attended the Venetia School. For more information, call Esther Meissonier at 724-348-6504 or Erma Grego at 724-941-6956. The cost of a brick is $100 for a 4" x 8" and $150 for an 8" x 8". The Society appreciates your consideration. Our slogan is, “Write your name in history”… WASHINGTON 69 W. Maiden Street Washington, PA 15301 724-222-8566 -Cheri Randall … We wish Happy Birthday to participants Larry Martin, Ruth Evans, Alex Dudzik, Irma Davis, Catherine Rendulac, Rhoma Campbell, Claudia Wagner, Ann Davis, Patty Pryor, Ken Laird, Frances White, Don Cummins, and Rose Karns… The dartball group had their banquet on Sept. 17… On Sept. 30, we had an open house to celebrate 30 years in our present location. Thank you to everyone who helped preparing this celebration. It was a beautiful day and we had a large crowd to wish us many more years… Our volunteer dinners were held Oct. 4 and 5. Receiving 25 year jackets were Edna Henry and Kathryn Jones … Our Semi- Annual Flea Market and Bake Sale will be held Nov. 5 thru 9… There will be no movie on Nov. 5 or Nov. 12. We will play Pillow Talk on Nov. 19, and Polar Express on Nov. 26… WEST FINLEY FRIENDSHIP CLUB West Finley Social Hall Burnsville, PA 724-223-0173 -Paul Sheller … On Sept. 26, forty-one members and visitors met in Windy Gap Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall for a bountiful noon meal. Vice President Iris Watkins conducted the business meeting. Officers for the coming year are Kenny Clutter, president; Iris Watkins, vice president; Audrey Sheller, secretary; Judy Miller, treasurer; and Paul Sheller, chaplain… September birthday celebrants were Helen Gray, Ruth Long, Iris Watkins, and Harold Pinkey… Quote about Giving Thanks and Getting Even The only people with whom you should try to get even are those who have helped you. ~John E. Southard You Don’t Have To Leave Town For Excellence In Cataract Surgery! GALLO EYE SURGICAL ASSOCIATES James P. Gallo, M.D. Eye Physician and Surgeon 649 Cherry Tree Lane Uniontown, PA • Senior Eye Care Specialist • Cataract surgeries performed at Uniontown and Highlands Hospital • We welcome Brownsville Hospital patients • Laser surgeries performed in the office • Close, Caring, Convenient 724-430-2020 Page 24 November 2007 Senior Times