July 2017
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Bob Henderson celebrates 10 years of service as a Senior Companion with his wife, Ruth.
Senior Companions are hailed as “quiet champions” at recognition luncheon The Senior Companion Program of Allegheny County celebrated 43 years of operation at its annual recognition luncheon on June 16 at Edgewood Country Club. The fun-filled day celebrated and recognized the contributions of Senior Companion volunteers who help to improve the lives of vulnerable older adults throughout Allegheny County.
Senior Companions are older adults, 55 and older, who conduct friendly visits to vulnerable seniors in nursing homes, veterans’ centers, adult day centers, and in people’s homes. “They say that volunteering keeps you young, and our program is proof of that,” program manager John Miller commented during his introductory
remarks at the luncheon. He then highlighted three Senior Companions who continue to volunteer for the program into their 90s: Ida Alexander, Ellen Coulter and Gwen Mayfield. Of the program’s 95 volunteers, 13 Senior Companions are in their 80s. “You are to be commended for getting out there and helping people in Continued on page 3
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Senior Companions are hailed as “quiet champions” at recognition luncheon serve. You come in as strangers, and come out as friends.”
Continued from page 1 need,” John noted. “You don’t let your age slow you down.”
Kimberly Hall, the Care Coordination Division Chief for the Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging, thanked the Senior Companions for their service while pointing out the positive benefits of volunteering. “By volunteering as a Senior Companion, you are increasing your social connections with others, and helping to reduce the risk of loneliness and social isolation for others,” Kimberly said. “Everybody benefits.” She added that volunteering is linked to better physical, mental and emotional health, and
John made an analogy to the Pittsburgh Penguins. “I was happy about them winning back-to-back Stanley Cups. There is much to admire about their athletic skills, and I want you to know that you are champions, too. Today is your victory parade. You are champions in a quiet way, and out of the limelight. You are champions when you get of bed in the morning and visit your clients, even on days when you have your own aches and pains and may not feel like doing it. You have formed close connections with the people you
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Program manager John Miller with Senior Companion Leonid Berman.
Volunteer station supervisor Dorothy Bellowicz.
Senior Companion Justine Davis.
Wanda Wright, Brenda Peoples and Demaris Watkins.
Senior Companion Regina Andrews.
Senior Companion Fred Hirosky is recognized for excellent attendance.
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Senior Companion Ida Alexander.
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Senior Companions are hailed as “quiet champions” at recognition luncheon interactive exercise to help them identify what qualities make a good volunteer. “If you could ask one question to determine whether someone is suitable to be a Senior Companion, what would it be?” Michele asked the group.
Continued from page 3 that research has found the following benefits of volunteering: 3 Helps you stay physically healthy 3 Counteracts the effects of stress, anger and anxiety 3 Alleviates depression 3 Helps with mental stimulation 3 Provides a sense of purpose 3 Increases happiness Michele Tedder was the luncheon’s keynote speaker. She led the group in
Volunteer station supervisor Terri Brown from Hill House Senior Center.
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Senior Companion Joan Graves.
Volunteer station supervisor Lena Natalia from Penn Hills Senior Center.
Key words that came up were: compassion, being people-oriented, trustworthiness, and having a sense of humor. Michele added that having a positive attitude is one of the most important things when working in any type of human services field. “I always try to see the glass as half full rather than half empty. When I see it half full, I see the other half as full of possibilities.”
Senior Companion Mary Daniels. Senior Companion Ken Lawson is recognized for excellent attendance and hours of service.
Keynote speaker Michele Tedder with Senior Companions Rose Rouse and Ceola Melvin.
Senior Companions Bernice Worthy and Regina Lee.
After lunch, recognition was given to the volunteers and others involved in the program, such as the advisory council members, program staff, and the supervisors from nonprofit agencies—known as volunteer stations—who help by supervising Senior Companions. “We are grateful for your personal efforts, as well as the support you get from your agencies,” John said to the volunteer station supervisors. “We truly couldn’t run the program without your commitment and dedication.”
Senior Companion Pat Cottrell is recognized for hours of service.
Senior Companion June Woodson.
Senior Companion Marydrue Emanuele.
The final volunteer recognition was for volunteers who had reached milestones of service with the program, including five, 10 and 15 years. There were 15 recipients for five years, nine recipients for 10 years, and one 15-year service recipient, Ellen Coulter, who had her daughter and grandson with her to celebrate the special day. Continued on page 6
Betty Hallman receives certificate for excellent attendance.
Senior Companion Ellen Coulter.
Senior Companion Demaris Watkins.
Senior Companion Lauretta Clayton.
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Volunteers were recognized in various categories, including excellent attendance at in-service trainings and most hours served for the year. Thirty-four Senior Companions were recognized
for having perfect attendance at monthly in-service trainings, which focus on topics that are relevant to working with older adults. While volunteers are only required to serve a minimum of fifteen hours of week, the “hours of service” recognition were for those volunteers who “kicked it up a notch” and had the most hours of service.
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Senior Companions are hailed as “quiet champions” at recognition luncheon Continued from page 5 “Do you notice that Ellen has been in the program for 15 years and was number three in terms of hours served?” John asked. “She doesn’t seem to be slowing down at all.” Volunteer to be a Senior Companion The Senior Companion Program is currently seeking compassionate volunteers who have a genuine interest in working with older adults. All applicants must be 55 or older and meet certain income guidelines. While driving is helpful, it is not required, since volunteers who do not drive may use ACCESS at no cost to themselves. The next training class for the Senior Companion program begins on September 25, and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today. PSN Senior Companions must meet certain income guidelines. They are eligible for a tax-free stipend, meal allowance, and full reimbursement for travel costs. To apply to become a Senior Companion, call program manager John Miller at (412) 350-4061.
Senior Companions and program staff enjoy the recognition luncheon.
Hours of Service Senior Companions who served the most hours last year: Shirley Marshall, 1,918 hours Marian Ferrar, 1,914 hours Ellen Coulter, 1,899 hours George Jackson, 1,759 hours Nancy Stewart, 1,640 hours Carol Freeman, 1,532 hours Mary Life, 1,499 hours Leonid Berman, 1,485 hours Jayne Little, 1,451 hours Ceola Melvin, 1,433 hours Pam Liddell, 1,390 hours Pat Cottrell, 1,351 hours Ken Lawson, 1,307 hours Cheryl Tipton, 1,270 hours Gwen Barr, 1,254 hours Chitra Gurung, 1,243 hours Marge Saban, 1,218 hours Regina Andrews, 1,218 hours Martha Jones, 1,108 hours Maureen Finch, 1,085 hours
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The program is currently looking for volunteers in “hard to serve” areas, or parts of the county where it currently lacks sufficient volunteers. Having volunteers from these areas will help ensure that we have a Senior Companion for anyone who needs one. These areas include: Western part of county: Coraopolis, Findlay, Imperial, Moon, North Fayette, Oakdale, Robinson North Hills: Allison Park, Cheswick, Frazier, Gibsonia, McCandless, New Kensington, Ross, Springdale, Tarentum, West Deer, Wexford South Hills: Bethel Park, Bridgeville, Castle Shannon, Collier, Mt. Lebanon, South Park
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Volunteer station supervisor Kerry Mulhern from North Hills Community Outreach.
Senior Companion Ernestine Cannady.
Advisory Council member Dan Majewski. [Lower left] Senior Companion Paulette Gibbs. [Lower right] Gwen Mayfield and Shirly Griffin. All photos by Ginni Klein and Lynn Webster for Pittsburgh Senior News
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Entertainments and Events • New Kensington Fibromyalgia support group meets from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the AKMC Conference Center, 2692 Leechburg Rd., New Kensington, every third Tuesday of the month. Contact Teddi W. at (724) 335-2461, Judi L. at (724) 274-7495, or email NewKenFibro@gmail.com.
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• The Big Butler Fair is set to take place through July 8 at Big Butler Fairgrounds, 1127 New Castle Rd., Prospect. Come out and enjoy fireworks, the midway, games, demolition derbies, concerts and truck pulls. Call (724) 8652400 or visit bigbutlerfair.com.
• North Hills Community Outreach, in partnership with Christ Lutheran Church of Millvale, is offering free Let’s Cook workshops for those interested in learning tips and techniques for eating healthy on a budget. Topics include soups, roasting vegetables, freezing and storing, stir-frying, oven-frying, microwaving, fermenting, smoothies, and herbs and spices. Classes are held 10:30 a.m. to noon, the third Saturday of each month through November in Christ Lutheran Church, 917 Evergreen
• The 2017 Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix will take place July 7 to 16 with a Kick-Off Rallye set to take place at Quaker Steak and Lube in Cranberry Township July 2. Visit pvgp.org for a complete schedule of events. • South Fayette Township Parks and Recreation offers the following upcom-
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• LifeSpan’s Bethel Park Center will take a trip to Maine September 10 to 16. Cost is $910 based on double occupancy. Cost includes six nights accomations, six breakfasts, three dinners, a tour of Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor and much more. $100 deposit to hold reservation. Call (412) 831-7111 for reservations. • Join the LifeSpan Chartiers Senior Community Center on a Seneca Niagara Casino trip September 24 to 25. Cost is $209 per person/double occupancy and includes transportation, one night at the Seneca Niagara Casino with $50 free play and $20 food voucher baggage handling, taxes and gratuities. Photo ID required. Call Dorothy or Karen for reservations at (412) 276-5056. PSN
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No teaching experience is required and all training, materials and clearances are provided free of charge. For more information or to register, contact John D. Spehar, Pittsburgh OASIS Tutoring Program Director at (412) 393-7648 or by email at jdspehar@oasisnet.org. This program is an affiliate of Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council.
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Library Events
• East Liberty Library, 130 S. Whitfield St., East Liberty, offers the following B:4.125” events: Free yoga from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. July 11, 18 and 25. ThisT:3.625” all-levels yoga class will focus onS:3.125” building strength in the basic yoga postures and
• Lawrenceville Library, 279 Fisk St., Lawrenceville, offers the following activities: Puzzle Saturday every Saturday. Work on a jigsaw puzzle each Saturday in the Adult Reading Room; Health Smart: Yoga from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays. All fitness levels welcome. Bring your own yoga mat and block; and Adult Game Night from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays. A variety of board
games will be available. Bring a snack. Call (412) 682-3668 or visit carnegielibrary.org/clp_location/lawrenceville. • Northland Public Library, 300 Cumberland Rd., McCandless, offers the following events: Northland Knitters at 1 p.m. July 21 and at 7 p.m. July 25. Come work on your project, share tips and patterns with knit and crochet enthusiasts of all skill levels; Conversation Salons at 2 p.m. July 14 and at 1 p.m. July 26. Come and meet some new friends and neighbors as we engage in informal chats, any topic is acceptable. No reservation is required; Chess for adults from 9:30 a.m. to noon July 15; Scrabble Club at 7 p.m. July 20; and Medicare: Putting the Pieces Together at 7 p.m. July 13. In this educational presentation, you will learn about Medicare “parts,” how much Medicare costs, what choices you have with Medicare, as well as when you should enroll. Call (412) 366-8100 or visit northlandlibrary.org.
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creating mobility in the joints. Bring your own mat; Meditation with a Monk from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays. This is an all-levels meditation practice; Let’s Speak English from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays. If English is not your native language, join our group for casual conversation in English. No need to bring anything or register; and Japanese Class from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Learn Japanese from fluent speakers in a fun and friendly environment. Call (412) 363-8232.
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• Allegheny Library, 1230 Federal St., Downtown, offers the following events: Yoga from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Wear comfortable clothing, bring a yoga mat and get ready to reap the benefits of yoga; Tai Chi from 6 to 7 p.m. July 11. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes, classes are 30 to 60 minutes long; Toastmasters from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. July 13 and 27. Toastmasters will show participants how to listen effectively, think on their feet and speak confidently; and Sahaja Meditation. This practice has been shown to reduce stress, increase wellness and help people to become more centered, focused, and balanced. Call (412) 237-1890.
Library Events carnegielibrary.org/clp_location/ downtown-business. • Springdale Free Public Library, 331 School St., Springdale, will offer the following events: Dee’s Crafting Corner from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursdays. All ages and experience levels are welcome and invited to help each other with their knitting and crocheting. Make new friends, and become reacquainted with your hooks and needles; Scrapbooking at 5:30 p.m. July 20. Share ideas and create lovely memories with your personal supplies and pictures; Mystery Book club at 10 a.m. July 10; and Tuesday Night Book Club at 6:30 p.m. July 25. Call (724) 274-9729 or visit springdalepubliclibrary.org. • Squirrel Hill Library, 5801 Forbes Ave., Squirrel Hill, offers the following events: Financial Readiness: Identity Theft from 6 to 7:30 p.m. July 5. Learn how to protect your identity
and prevent yourself from becoming a victim. Presented by an expert from Dollar Bank. Registration requested. To register, call (412) 422-9650; Conversation Salon from 1 to 3 p.m. July 19. Conversation Salons provide a forum for active participation in the discussion of the meaningful and interesting events of our time; Writing Your Story from 1 to 3 p.m. July 18. Whether you’d like to write a book or simply set down memories to share with your family and friends, this group can help you stop dreaming and get writing; and Chinese for Beginners from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturdays. Experience the Chinese language through fun story-based exercises geared towards helping you develop fluency. This class meets every Saturday. New participants are welcome at any time. Call (412) 422-9650 or visit carnegielibrary.org/clp_location/ squirrel-hill. PSN
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• Pittsburgh Downtown Library, 612 Smithfield St., Downtown, offers the following activities: “Fatherland,” by Viet Thanh Nguyen – Light Literary Lunch Club: A Short Story Discussion Group will meet from noon to 1 p.m. July 5. Bring a lunch to discuss the short story, light refreshments are provided; Second Wednesday Meditation Group from noon to 1 p.m. July 12. Whether you’re a seasoned meditator or just a beginner, join the group for a meditation practice session. Each session features an audio guided meditation followed by silent meditation; Scribes from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. July 14 and 28. Are you writing your life’s story? Are you 50 or older? Join the Scribes and find like-minded people who work together to develop their creative writing skills; and Pronouncing English Clearly: How to be a Smooth Talker from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. July 29. Call (412) 281-7141 or visit
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Senior Resources
Following is a list of resources that are relevant to issues effecting seniors. We are providing this as an easy reference for information that you may need now or in the future. AARP: aarp.org. The National site for AARP (formerly known as the American Association of Retired Persons), a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people, ages 50 years and older. Call (888) 687-2277. Alzheimer’s Association: alzpa.org. Programs and services for individuals and families coping with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory disorders. Call (800) 272-3900. Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging: alleghenycounty.us/dhs/aaa. Gives detailed information on aging programs. Call SeniorLine at (412) 350-5460; Toll Free – (800) 344-4319; TDD – (412) 350-2727 Benefits Checkup: benefitscheckup.org. An online questionnaire to help search for a list of all state and federal benefits.
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Government Benefits: GovBenefits.gov. The official benefits website of the government that connects people in need to government assistance programs. Call (800) 333-4636. Medicare: medicare.gov. The official government site for Medicare consumer information. Call (800) 633-4227. Pennsylvania Long-Term Care: helpinpa.state.pa.us. Provides long-term care information on available service options, including home care, public and private financing of those options, and other issues. Call (866) 286-3636.
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Stay safe this summer and protect yourself from heat-related stress with these hot weather tips By Gina Mazza For Pittsburgh Senior News
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Why are we more suseptible to heat-related stress as we age? Chronic medical conditions can change normal body responses to heat. Also, older adults are more likely to take prescription medicines that may impair the body’s ability to regulate its temperature or that inhibit perspiration. Even with healthy seniors, the body doesn’t adjust to sudden changes in temperature as well as it did in younger years. So now is a good time to take some precautions to prottect your health when the heat and humidity are on the rise. Heat-related illnesses Heat-related illnesses are known collectively as hyperthermia, a condition that occurs when the body overheats. According to the National Institute on Aging (NIA), part of the National Institutes of Health,, types of hyperthermia can include heat stroke, heat fatigue,
heat syncope (lightheadedness or fainting in the heat), heat cramps and heat exhaustion. The most common of these is heat exhaustion. Symptoms include dizziness and fainting, nausea and vomiting, muscle cramping, headache, a fast yet weak pulse or overall weakness, heavy sweating, skin that’s cold and clammy, and fast, shallow breathing. Those with heat exhaustion may have a normal body temperature. To treat with first aid, get the person to lie down in a cool place. Loosen clothing and apply cool, wet cloths. Fan or move the person to an air-conditioned place. Give sips of water. If nausea occurs, discontinue and if vomiting occurs, seek immediate medical attention. Heat stroke, or sun stroke, is more serious. Its symptoms are extremely high body temperature (103 F or
higher), hot but dry skin, rapid pulse, dizziness, nausea, and even unconsciousness. Most likely, the person will not sweat. Heat stroke is a severe medical emergency. Dial 911 or get the person to a hospital immediately. As a first aid, move the person to a cooler environment and remove clothing. Try a cool bath or sponging the back of neck and armpits to reduce body temperature. Use fans or air conditioning. Do not give fluids. Hot weather precautions Allegheny County seniors are fortunate to have resources at their disposal if extreme hot weather conditions develop. The Allegheny County Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging (DHS/ AAA) helps older adults during Continued on page 16 Volume 8, Issue 3
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he summer months in Pittsburgh are generally very pleasant, with moderate to balmy temperatures and ample sunshine. We can have days, however, when the thermometer soars and humidity is high. While too much heat can be dangerous at any age, as we get older, the body has an even harder time dealing with extreme heat. This can put you at a higher risk for heat-related illnesses.
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Stay safe this summer and protect yourself from heat-related stress with these hot weather tips Continued from page 15
dangerously hot weather by offering a broad range of services, such as helping seniors in distress to temporarily relocate to cooler locations like a local church or senior center. When not enjoying activities at a senior center, seniors are encouraged to seek out cool or air-conditioned places such as a shopping mall or local library. In addition, some senior centers elect to remain open beyond their normal operating hours in extreme heat. So individuals who don’t have air conditioning, for example, can get some relief by staying at one of these “Cooling Islands” during the hottest part of the day.
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If you don’t have a means to get to the center, DHS/AAA can help, as well. A call to SeniorLine will begin the process of exploring your transportation options and helping you register for OPT, ACCESS or another form of transportation. Once at the center, seniors are given information on how to stay cool in extreme heat. Seniors can find the locations and hours of cooling islands on the local daily news broadcasts. For older adults who are homebound, DHS/AAA offers several ways to assist, such as distributing Hot Weather Boxes. “These prepared boxes contain light refreshments such as protein shakes, canned fruit and tuna and other items that help to keep one’s energy up if it’s very hot,” says Marian Matik, administrative officer 2 with DHS/ AAA’s Community Based and Entry
Division. The boxes also include tips to follow during hot weather. Anyone under care management who is deemed “at risk” is also eligible for preventative check-ins by a care manager when there is an emergency. “Our care managers will call and check on their frailest participants or anyone they know is at risk,” says Russ Goralczyk, inhome and miscellaneous services supervisor with DHS/AAA’s Options Care Management bureau. “Since in-home workers [through provider agencies] physically see their clients on a regular basis, we try to educate them to be on the same page as the participants, and to check in with them on a regular basis. If they find that something is not right—like the air conditioning is not working in the senior’s apartment, or the person seems sluggish and possibly
dehydrated—the in-home workers can report this to the care manager. When needed, we do resource counseling, such as reminding individuals to get their air conditioners checked and serviced. If there’s an emergency situation with an individual or in the building, for example, we send care managers out to make sure seniors are taken care of, especially those who may be using oxygen. We respond to individual emergencies, as well as countywide emergencies— like if a severe storm blows through the area, causing power outages and other damage.” DHS/AAA encourages people to reach out and check on older family members and neighbors during extremely warm weather. PSN For more information or assistance with keeping safe in hot weather, call SeniorLine at (412) 350-5460. Volume 8, Issue 3
When temperatures rise, take these precautions:
Are you at higher risk or heat-related stress? You may be if you have the following:
2 Rest. 2 Avoid vigorous activity or reschedule activities for cooler times of the day. 2 Drink plenty of
water or cool, nonalcoholic beverages. Avoid extremely cold liquids, as this may cause cramps.
2 Avoid long peri-
ods in the direct sun or in unventilated rooms.
2 Keep air condi-
tioning or fans running.
2 Wear light-col-
2 Wear appropriate sunscreen protection. 2 Take a cool shower, bath or sponge bath, or apply a
cool, damp towel around the neck.
2 Consider visiting an air-conditioned shopping mall,
public library or senior center to cool off.
3 A heart condition that causes shortness of breath
(such as congestive heart failure or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) that increases edema to the lower extremities, or causes increased shortness of breath or shortness of breath while lying down.
3 A respiratory condition that causes increased short-
ness of breath, breathlessness, gasping or wheezing.
3 You are on hemodialysis. If so, check with your doctor or dialysis center to determine if you should increase your fluid intake. Maintain your dialysis schedule. 3 Diabetics should avoid ingesting sugared or carbon-
ated beverages when increasing fluids.
3 You have a decreased ability to move around. 3 You have dementia or another cognitive impairment. 3 You are taking certain medications that may cause dehydration or affect the responses to heat by the heart, blood vessels or sweat glands. 3 You are substantially overweight. 3 You drink alcoholic beverages. 3 You are dehydrated. Volume 8, Issue 3
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July Menu Monday, July 3: Hamburger, baked beans, green and yellow zucchini, cantaloupe cuts. Tuesday, July 4, Independence Day: Closed. Wednesday, July 5: Pork, lemon potatoes, mixed vegetables, mandarin oranges and pineapple tidbits. Thursday, July 6: Turkey and provolone sandwich, potato salad, zippy ‘maters, nectarine. Friday, July 7: Meatloaf, whipped potatoes, green and wax beans, apple. Monday, July 10: Baked cod, au gratin potatoes, broccoli florets, apple. Tuesday, July 11: Baked round steak, glazed yams, Italian green beans, fruit cocktail. Wednesday, July 12, Birthday menu: Turkey teriyaki meatballs, whipped potatoes, carrots, chocolate cupcake. Thursday, July 13: Chicken cacciatore, rice pilaf, leaf spinach, pineapple tidbits. Friday, July 14: Roast beef and Swiss on rye, coleslaw, white bean salsa, plum. Monday, July 17: Pork loin with apple glaze, peas and carrots, whipped potatoes, sliced peaches. Tuesday, July 18, Deli Plate: Chicken salad, macaroni salad, cherry tomato salad, nectarine. Wednesday, July 19: Salisbury steak, scalloped potatoes, Italian green beans, cantaloupe cuts. Thursday, July 20: Chicken leg and thigh, lemon potatoes, broccoli florets, plum. Friday, July 21: Bow ties with meat sauce, green and wax beans, tossed salad, fruit cocktail.
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Monday, July 24: Turkey with gravy, butternut squash, stewed tomatoes, apple, oatmeal-raisin cookie. Tuesday, July 25, Deli Plate: Tuna salad, potato salad, sweet and sour coleslaw, plum. Wednesday, July 26: Stuffed cabbage, whipped potatoes, mixed vegetables, mandarin oranges and pineapple cuts. Thursday, July 27: Baked cod, cheese tortellini, Frenchcut green beans, orange. Friday, July 28: Chef’s salad bowl, chick pea salad, watermelon cuts. Monday, July 31: Pepper steak with gravy, green peppers, onions, tomatoes, barley, fruit cocktail. This menu is for senior centers and home-delivered meals funded in part by the DHS AAA. Centers are open Monday through Friday. Call (412) 350-5460.
Allegheny County Department of Human Services
Area Agency on Aging
Birmingham Towers, 2100 Wharton St., Second Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15203 Serving the older adults of Allegheny County Rich Fitzgerald, Allegheny County Executive William McKain, Allegheny County Manager Marc Cherna, Director Patricia Valentine, Acting Administrator FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: Contact Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging’s SeniorLine at (412) 350-5460; Toll Free – (800) 344-4319; TDD – (412) 350-2727
or visit alleghenycounty.us/dhs/aaa. Information and Assistance Service Partner Agencies At Senior Community Centers Allentown Senior Center (412) 481-5484 Catholic Youth Association (412) 621-3342 Citiparks (412) 422-6570 Eastern Area Adult Services, Inc. (412) 829-9250 Hill House Association Senior Services (412) 392-4450 Jewish Community Center (412) 521-8010 LifeSpan, Inc. (412) 464-1300
SOCIAL SERVICES Information and Assistance Care Management Adult Day Services Adult Foster Care Home Delivered Meals Home Health Services Personal Care Home Support Services Protective Services Long Term Living Counseling Health Insurance Counseling Family Caregiver Support Companions for Homebound Nursing Home Resident Advocacy
Lutheran Service Society (412) 734-9330 Northern Area Multi-Service Center (412) 781-1176 Penn Hills Senior Center (412) 244-3400 Plum Senior Community Center (412) 795-2330 Riverview Community Action Corp. (412) 828-1062 Seton Center, Inc. (412) 344-4777 Vintage, Inc. (412) 361-5003
SENIOR CENTER SERVICES Education Programs Exercise and Fitness Volunteer Opportunities Social and Recreational Programs Congregate Meals Legal Services Assistance in Applying for Benefit Programs Health Insurance Counseling
Volume 8, Issue 3
United for Caregivers@Work benefits both caregivers and companies This article is the second in a three-part series about United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania’s initiatives to expand services for older adults, as well as their children and other loved ones who serve in caregiving roles on their behalf.
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fter spending several years caring for his aging mother, Dmitri Shiry knows first-hand how stress can weigh on a person who is providing care for a parent or other loved one.
Similar to Shiry’s experience, more and more workers are struggling under the combined stress of job commitments, caring for an elder loved one, as well as caring for their own family. Statistically, six out of 10 caregivers for aged loved ones are working full- or part-time. Serving this segment of the caregiving population is the emphasis of the United for Caregivers@Work, a program of United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania. Working directly with businesses and their employees, the initiative is finding innovative ways to protect both productivity and the needs of families with loved ones who need care. “Family caregivers provide an invaluable service, but due to the physical and emotional strain of caring for loved ones, many of them experience depression, ignore their own health, and miss days at work,” says Heather Sedlacko, United Way’s director of programs for Seniors and People with Disabilities. “That’s why we’ve partnered with The Pittsburgh Foundation to launch United for Care-
givers@Work,, which supports caregivers at home and in the workplace.” The workplace initiative, called United for Caregivers@Work, recently surveyed eight regionally based companies and found that for three-quarters of caregivers, stress affects job performance. Among the 935 people who responded to the survey, 74 percent said that balancing work and caregiving is “moderately to extremely stressful.” Two of the companies surveyed, UPMC and the Pittsburgh practice of Deloitte LLP, have joined in the pilot program and are currently working to enhance support for family caregivers in the workforce. “With close to 61,000 employees at these two companies combined,” Sedlacko says. “That’s a big local impact.” Companies participating in the pilot program can decide to organize employee resource groups, offer flextime or telecommuting, train managers, or plan awareness campaigns to help working caregivers identify themselves and seek resources. “At Deloitte, in addition to piloting the United for Caregivers@Work pilot program for the Pittsburgh practice, the firm also has enhanced and expanded
our paid leave program to now offer up to 16 weeks of paid family leave annually for our employees who are caring for loved ones—not only for the arrival of a new child but for other family members, as well, including aging parents,” says Shiry, who is a United Way board member and serves as co-chair of the United for Caregivers@Work committee. While the goal is to make life easier for employee caregivers, companies are finding that investing in caregiver support is good for business. According to a study conducted by AARP and “Respect A Caregiver’s Time”, or ReACT, it is estimated that for every dollar invested in flextime and telecommuting, businesses can expect a return of $1.70 to $4.45. AARP and ReACT are evaluating UPMC’s pilot program to better understand what works and help companies across the nation step up to the plate. “Supporting caregivers is not only the right thing to do,” says Sedlacko. “It’s also good for the bottom line.” PSN Committed to increasing its impact, United Way is accepting new companies to join United for Caregivers@Work. Learn more at uwswpa.org/united-forcaregivers or call project manager Laura Poskin at (412) 456-6716.
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“Caring for a loved one is rewarding but can be tough—putting physical, emotional, and financial strains on the caregiver and the whole family. Right here in our community, thousands of individuals have or are working three full-time jobs: their career, their role caring for an aging loved one, and their role caring for their own family,” says Shiry, who serves as Pittsburgh’s managing partner of Deloitte LLP.
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Caregivers First Initiative lends support and resources to those taking care of loved ones By Gina Mazza For Pittsburgh Senior News
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ne day, when Benita Cabell was in a meeting at Familylinks, Inc., where she serves as a program manager for two mental health programs for children, she listened intently as a consumer of another Familylinks program—called Caregivers First Initiative, or CFI—told her personal story of being an only child caring for her aging father. “I started to tear up because her story sounded so similar to mine,” she recalls. “I thought, Is she telling my story? I was having the same issues with caring for my dad that she was having.” Benita, who cares for her father, Willie, 87, in his Penn Hills home, knew of the CFI program but didn’t connect it with herself until that day. “I had heard about it but didn’t understand how they could help. I’m an only child, and my father has no siblings, so it’s just him and me, and my sons,” she says.
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Willie has a tough time keeping up with his bills, so Benita took a second job to help out her father financially. “My dad owned his own business most of his life, working construction then opening a bar for 27 years. He owns his home and I live down the street. Things in his home were starting to fall apart and he couldn’t make the repairs.” Willie is also diabetic and and starting to have memory loss. “Taking care of my dad and working two jobs was becoming too much for me,” Benita expresses. “I don’t mind it because he always took care of me, but I’m only one person.” The Care Coach at Familylinks met with Benita and Willie, listened to
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Callie Dillman with daughter Haley Dillman and dog Zoey. everything about their situation, and did a needs assessment. Based on that, the coach helped Benita navigate all of the local resources and choose the ones that were right for her dad. Willie now receives in-home care in the form of meals on wheels, medical supplies, home cleaning, and access to medical transportation to get to his various medical appointments. He was also assigned a case manager through the Allegheny County Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging. “This was all a big relief to me,” Benita shares. “I’m not typically a person who leans on anybody and my dad is very proud, but I assured him that he deserved to receive the help because he worked his entire life and has always taken care of others. Now it’s his turn to receive some help.”
Like Benita, there are many unsung heroes in our community who take care of loved ones, running them to doctor appointments, helping them manage activities of daily living like bathing and dressing, and generally managing the responsibility of looking after another person. Being a caregiver can be stressful. That’s why CFI serves the important role of helping local caregivers get the support and resources they need. CFI is a free, in-home caregiver support program. It is grant-funded by the United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania and offered through Familylinks, Inc. To enroll in CFI a family caregiver must be 18 years or older, feeling stressed or burdened, and taking care of someone who is age 60 or older living in Allegheny County. There are no income eligibility requirements for the program.
The Care Coach and caregiver work on problem-solving caregiving issues as they arise (such as communication problems or trouble with taking medications) and developing a step-by-step plan to make these issues easier for both the caregiver and their loved one. The Care Coach teaches the caregiver about the importance of self-care and stress management. The Care Coach educates the caregiver about local and national resources and helps connect them up with community services so their loved one can remain at home for as long as possible. Haley Dillman of Bethel Park had been caretaking her mom, Callie, 85, for about five years before she looked into CFI. “My mom has dementia, and caregiving is one of those things that’s hard to explain to other people in terms of the stress level, and have them understand it,” she says. “It’s really
emotional to watch your mom lose who she is. I knew I needed support because it was impacting my daily life. I was crying a lot, breaking down during my workday, which is not typical for me.” Haley also works for Familylinks in the field of mental health for children, so she knew about CFI and had friends who recommended the program to her, as well. “It’s interesting, my job entails connecting people with mental health resources and I can do that easily, but I found it hard to do this for my mom,” she comments. “There is guilt and many other emotions. My Caregiver Coach instantly put me at ease and was not judgmental at all when I explained where I was struggling in terms of resources and also emotionally. It’s been a super safe place for me to process all of my feelings about caregiving, and it gives me an action plan. It’s really validating because you want to feel that you are doing the absolute best job for your loved one.” The program has helped Haley become an advocate for her mom in terms of her
medical care. Callie also participates in an adult day program five days a week, where she has social stimulation and other supports. Haley and her coach are now talking proactively about in-home care, which Callie will eventually need. “Honestly, I don’t want to sound too dramatic, but this program has kept me from needing extensive emotional intervention for myself,” Haley shares. “Life doesn’t stop just because you’re a caregiver, so I’ve had a couple of times during my journey when I felt like I was going to collapse in on myself. My Care Coach is my thermometer to get through all of this. It’s invaluable, and it’s what has sustained me.”PSN To learn more or to enroll in the Caregivers First Initiative, call (412) 924-0400 or visit familylinks.org. The Familylinks blog offers helpful information, resources, and local classes and events for caregivers; go to caregiverblog.familylinks.org.
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A peek at some summer “superfoods”
By Judy Dodd, MS, RDN, LDN For Pittsburgh Senior News
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s we enter the local produce season, when it’s possible to find foods that are picked ripe, it’s a good time to take another look at “superfoods.” Definitions of what is a “superfood” (and what isn’t) are debatable, since media coverage and sales tactics often focus on potential health and nutrition benefits. Finding an “official” definition falls in the same realm as the word “healthy”— something still being discussed by the watchdogs at the Food and Drug Administration. A safer and more defensible approach is to think in terms of foods that provide nutrients and have a favorable ratio of calories to nutrients. Yes, flavor is important but a good return on investment is a positive way to build your list of foods that fit your diet, budget taste and enjoyment. Being able to pick when it is ripe rather than early to ripen as it travels to your kitchen is a nutrition and flavor plus. Choosing foods that have key nutrients
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in relation to the calories is another plus. So here goes for a start-up list with summer in mind!
whole pieces rather than limiting to the florets. And the extras freeze well for later use.
Blueberries. All berries rank high but blueberries are at the top of the nutrition list. Fiber, antioxidant nutrients like vitamins A and C, and the color is an indicator of anthocyanin thought to have some links to anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties. Add them to oatmeal or cereal, toss in a salad, microwave berries with some water and sweetener for a topping (great with ice cream or yogurt), or add them to your smoothie. They freeze well.
Tomatoes. A vitamin C source, they also have fiber and lycopene. Keep tomatoes at room temperature; once cut or to stop ripening, refrigerate. To skin a tomato, use a soup ladle or tongs or fork inserted into the top, plunge into boiling water then plunge into ice water. You should be able to easily peel away the skin. If seeds are an issue (this is a fiber source), make a thin cut across the top exposing the seed pockets, and squeeze gently into a container to catch the popped-out seeds.
Broccoli. A source of calcium as well as vitamins and fiber, broccoli is great tossed in salads, roasted or steamed. Raw can be a challenge so for dipping, cut the broccoli to the acceptable size and zap it for one minute in the microwave then plunge into ice cold water to chill quickly and stay green. And remember, by using a potato peeler or paring knife to take off the harder outer layer of the stalk, the resulting pieces can be chopped for stir-fry, soup or a veggie mix. Save money by buying the
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Baby spinach or greens. Low in calories and deep in color, they are a symbol of vitamin A and a host of other nutrients. Wash just before using or if you do wash ahead, blot off the extra water with a clean towel or use a salad spinner. Some greens like kale and spinach are sources of calcium. And if creamed spinach is one of your favorites, steam then add some Neufchatel cheese (a lower-fat cream cheese) or some Greek yogurt. Add a dash of nutmeg for another flavor lift. PSN
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Caring for the Caregiver A Q&A with Gallagher Home Health Services A: In 2004, Diane Karcz, RN and her brother, Gary J. Gallagher, created this agency in honor of their mother, Iva R. Gallagher. They wanted to follow in her footsteps and “treat everyone like family.” Using this motto to guide them, the business has grown from three employees to 103, and one patient to an average daily census over 600. Gallagher Home Health Services has been named to the “Home Care Elite” every year since its inception, with top scores in improving patient outcomes and our community set us apart from our competitors. Q: What is the difference between Home Health Services and Home Care Services? A: Home Health Services include skilled care such as skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational and speech therapy, social services, home health aide
visits and mental health nursing (these are intermittent skilled visits provided in patients’ homes to help them recover from an illness, surgery or other medical condition). Home Care Services are typically non-medical services to help patients stay in their home safely, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, companion, homemaking, medication reminder and more. Care can be provided in hours, visits or shifts in the home. Q: Who typically pays for both Home Health and Home Care Services? A: Home Health Services must be ordered by a physician and are paid for by Medicare, Medicaid and a variety of commercial insurances. The recipient must meet certain criteria that may include homebound status to qualify for services. Home Care Services can be paid for through private pay, PDA Waiver, VA Services and most longterm care insurance policies.
Home Care
Q: When looking for Home Health or Home Care Services, what are some important questions patients and their families should ask? A: Is the provider licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Health? Are caregivers bonded and insured? What type of screening process does the agency require? How does the provider select and train their caregivers? Does the agency provide nurses to oversee the care clients are receiving in their homes? How does the agency compare to its competitors? Does the agency have a patient advocate to serve its clients? Does the agency provide a free nursing assessment to its potential clients? PSN For more information on Gallagher Home Health Services, call (412) 2797800; to learn more about Gallagher Home Care Services, call (412) 279-2257 or visit gallagherhhs.com.
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A Division of Gallagher Home Health Services
We’ll take care of you like family . . . because those are the values instilled in us by our Mom Iva Gallagher Our Mom, Our Motivation
Gallagher Home Care can provide you with the Medical or NonMedical services you need to stay in your home safely. Over 5,000 people have trusted us to provide their care and you can too.
Care can be Provided in Hours, Visits or Shifts • Personal Care • Bathing, Dressing, Grooming, Toileting • May include Companion & Homemaking Services • Companions • Medication Management
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Homemaking Private Duty Nursing or Home Health Aides PDA and VA Services Long Term Care Insurances Worker’s Compensation
For information on Gallagher Home Care Services contact:
Katie Poeschel, Director of Home Care Development
(412) 279-2257 412-279-2257
Kpoeschel@gallagherhhs.com
Our Home Health Division can provide you with Skilled Services ordered by your physician and generally paid for by your insurance company. This may include: • • • • • • •
Skilled Nursing Mental Health Nursing
Physical Therapy Occupational Therapy Speech Therapy Social Work Home Health Aides
Do you have questions? Call us at
412-279-7800 Or visit us at
www.Gallagherhhs.com
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Q: How was Gallagher Home Health Services founded?
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Interested in new ways to volunteer? AARP’s widespread opportunities can improve the quality of your life Here are some of the planned events for the next few months: Advocacy: * July: A conversation with Congressman Keith Rothfus regarding healthcare and taxes
By Barbara Bush For Pittsburgh Senior News AARP volunteers and staff are actively looking for more volunteers to explore their interests while improving their community. We all have skills that we learn during our lives. Now is a good time to work on your “I am not a couch potato” skills and pick up volunteering. Why is it a good time? AARP has expanded its volunteer opportunities throughout the state, and beginning this new venture is very easy. Simply visit aarp.org/volunteerwizard and follow the instructions. Match your experience and volunteer interests with one or more of the programs, which include Advocacy, Education and Community Outreach. Feel free to email associate state director Jennifer Blatz at jblatz@aarp.org to learn what is upcoming in your community.
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* August: A conversation with Congressman Mike Doyle regarding healthcare and taxes * Staff working with our state government to ensure that seniors are represented in any new agency alignment, as well as advocating for support for family caregivers. Follow the latest happenings in Washington by “liking” AARP Advocates on Facebook. Education: * July: Diversity training * July: Orientation for AARP volunteers * AARP holds ongoing caregiving education, explaining the new Pennsylvania Caregiver law, in addition to AARP Fraud Watch endeavors. * AARP Volunteer Portal Training: For volunteers to utilize various aspects of training and information to improve their volunteer experience.
Community Service: * Day of Service, World Vision * Virtual Senior Academy with Squirrel Hill Jewish Community Center * Legislative Fairs: Opportunities to staff tables, distribute information and meet seniors who are interested in obtaining information on a variety of subjects. * Movies for Grownups: This program continues to encourage seniors to get out and about while enjoying the latest movie releases. In addition to the above, AARP’s Livable Community program is for people of all ages. Become a “park ambassador” in conjunction with the Jewish Healthcare Foundation of Pittsburgh. As an AARP park ambassador, you will serve as a guide for free walks, which are specifically designed for older adults with varying fitness levels. The park programs are planned and led by the Allegheny County Parks Foundation, Venture Outdoors and the Pittsburgh Park Conservancy. Are you interested yet? We hope so! PSN
* Driver safety programs are ongoing.
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AARP News Churchill AARP #1411 meets on the third Tuesday of each month at John Fisher Church, 33 Lewin Lane, Churchill. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. meeting starts at 12:30 p.m. The Woodland Hills Senior High Choir will entertain. Call Shirley at (412) 798-3961. Clairton Area AARP #1612 will hold their annual picnic July 27 at Clairton Park Lodge, Pavilion #1. Lunch will be catered, a reservation is required. Cost is $12. Activities include a summer basket raffle, 50/50, bingo and door prizes. Calling Jean at (412) 233-2003 or Chuck at (412) 672-0650 for reservations. There will be no meeting in August. A three-day scenic bus tour is planned to Ithaca, New York followed by several future trips through December. Call Mary at (412) 233-9028 or Marge at (724) 872-1165. Dormont AARP #3016 will hold their annual picnic August 15 at Scott Park. Call (412) 563-3961.
Penn Hills AARP #2600 meets at 1 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month at Hebron United Presbyterian Church, Barclay Building, Frankstown and Lakesto Roads, Penn Hills. Social hour will be held from noon to 1 p.m. Call Cathy Fisher at (412) 795-7708.
East End AARP #4542 will meet at 1 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month in the Social Room Annex at St. James A.M.E. Church 444 Lincoln Ave., Sumpter Hall. Come early and bring a lunch. Call (412) 242-0330. East Liberty AARP #2612 will meet at 12:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday each month, in the cafeteria at Vintage Senior Center, 401 North Highland Ave. New members are welcome as well as visitors. Call Vintage at (412) 361-5003. Gateway North AARP #3586 holds monthly meetings on the third Monday of the month at 1 p.m. in the West View Banquet Hall, 398 Perry Hwy., West View. Entertainment is provided.
Perrymont AARP #2991 located in Northmont Church at the corner of Perrymont Road and Route 19 in the North Hills holds meetings at 11:30 a.m. every third Thursday. A light lunch is served. Call (412) 389-2369. Several trips are offered, call (412) 327-4181 or (412) 366-0677. A trip to Cape Cod will be offered September 11 to 15. Cost is $600 per person based on double occupancy.
Kennedy AARP #2203 would like to invite seniors 55 and older to join meetings held at noon on the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Kennedy Township Fire Hall, Pine Hollow Road. The meeting is followed by refreshments and bingo. Call (412) 771-5183.
Whitehall AARP #2050 holds monthly meetings at noon on the first Thursday of each month at the Whitehall Presbyterian Church, 4935 Willock Ave. Bring lunch; coffee, tea and doughnuts are served for a donation. Entertainment is provided every meeting. Call (412) 881-1726. PSN
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Sarah Heinz House and Stephen Foster Center offer summer adult exercise classes
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ooking to get a little exercise this summer? Head on over to the Sarah Heinz House on the North Side or the Stephen Foster Community Center in Lawrenceville. Both are offering a variety of exercise classes for older adults. Stephen Foster Center The Stephen Foster Center is open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. every day; a donation is suggested. (Home-delivered meals are also delivered from the center.) If you would like a meal, call the office before noon the previous day (see number, below). The center has the following classes: Monday: Healthy Endeavors, 8:45 to 11:15 a.m.; SilverSneakers Classic, 10 a.m.; Wii Bowling League, 9:30; Mindful Meditation, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Mitsie, Pete and Grace at the Yoga Stretch class at Sarah Heinz House.
Tuesday: Tai Chi, noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday: Healthy Endeavors, 8:45 to 11:15 a.m.; SilverSneakers Classic, 10 a.m. Thursday: Tai Chi, noon to 1:30 p.m. Friday: SilverSneakers Circuit, 9 and 11:25 a.m.; SilverSneakers Yoga Stretch, 10:15 a.m.; Wii Bowling league, 9:30 a.m.; Soul Line Dancing, 10 to11:30 a.m. To learn more, call the Stephen Foster Community Center at (412) 621-3342 or visit CatholicYouthAssociation.com.
Classic SilverSneakers class at Sarah Heinz House.
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SilverSneakers® Circuit: Combines fun and fitness to increase cardiovascular strength and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Incorporates upperbody strength work using weights, elastic tubing and a ball, alternated with non-impact aerobics. A chair is offered for support, head to toe stretching, and a relaxation segment. Water aerobics at Sarah Heinz House Sarah Heinz House Sarah Heinz House is offering the classes listed on the following page through August 11. Class descriptions: SilverSneakers® Classic: Move to music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, agility, balance and coordination. A chair is used for seated and/or standing support.
SilverSneakers® Yoga: This moves the whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movements. Restorative breathing exercises and a final relaxation segmen promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Water Aerobics: A low-impact aerobic workout that tones the muscles of the arms, chest, shoulders, legs, glutes and back. The higher resistance of the water offers a greater workout with no risk of injury to joints. PSN To learn more, call Sarah Heinz House at (412) 231-2377.
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1 bedroom and efficiency units. • Sweetbriar Place is designed for adults 62+ years old and mobility impaired persons 18+ years old. • HUD guidelines apply. • Rent based on income. • Priority is given to extremely low income households. • Beautiful view. • Spacious apartments on bus line. Call or stop by for a tour today. Sweetbriar Place 211 Sweetbriar Street Pittsburgh, PA 15211 srcare.org/sweetbriar-place
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Entertainers and Speakers Entertainment: Christmas (Mrs. Claus), St. Patrick’s (Leprechaun), Patriotic, Hawaiian Luau, Ethnic (Italian, Mexican, etc.) Strolling Mandolin, Sing-a-Long, Affordable! (412) 731-1322. Eddie Ace Magician Fun Magic Affordable 412-462-1557. Jimmy’ Sapienza’s fun musical duo, “Two Guys Named Moe” deliver a lively and fun 50 minute show made just for seniors! Email jimmy. sapienza@verizon.net or call (412) 916-6055. Sing-along fun: piano, flute, vocals. holiday themed shows: Valentines, St. Patricks, patriotic and Christmas. Includes song books. Cara (412) 901-2007. Frankie Capri presents The Dean Martin, Elvis, Frank Sinatra, Tribute Variety Show. (412) 469-2299. Ray Ryan. Solo ragtime piano and dance trio. (412) 331-8368. Master Magician Chuck Caputo. Live bunnies/birds. Reasonable. (412) 825-0822. Bobby Shawn. Singer-entertainer. (724) 745-3064; bobbyshawn.com. Patti Eberle. Comedy, variety and musical fun. (412) 561-7161. Speakers Available:
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More Short, Funny Jokes 1. I bought the world’s worst thesaurus yesterday. Not only is it terrible, it’s terrible. 2. What did the pirate say when he turned 80 years old? Aye matey. 3. My friend asked me to help him round up his 37 sheep.
Senior Lifestyle Connections. Exploring senior living options. Stan (724) 787-7030. Pittsburgh Computer Help. Tech lectures and instruction. Amy (412) 589-9573. Vector Security has speakers available for your group. Jack (800) 756-9161.
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5. How many opticians does it take to change a lightbulb? Is it one or two? One... or two? 6. I’ve found a job helping a one armed typist do capital letters. It’s shift work. 7. Why aren’t koalas actual bears? They don’t meet the koalafications. 8. My friend says to me: “What rhymes with orange” I said: “no it doesn’t.”
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