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March 2018

Volume 17, Number 10

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Need transportation around Beaver County? Consider these public and private options for getting where you need to go

By Gina Mazza For Beaver County Senior News

Some of you may not feel comfortable driving your car, particularly if you need to go somewhere after dark. Others may just need a lift across town to get to the grocery store or pharmacy. Or maybe you’re traveling by air and want a hassle-free way to get to the airport.

Luckily in Beaver County, there are a number of ways in which older adults can venture out safely, easily and at little (or even no) cost.

Beaver County Transit Authority (BCTA) The most ubiquitous means of local public transportation is the Beaver County Transit

Authority, located in Rochester. BCTA provides fixed route buses that travel throughout Beaver County and into Pittsburgh. As part of BCTA’s Free Senior Transit Program, adults ages 65 and older can ride free on BCTA’s fixed route services all day, every Continued on page 4

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When you need to get from here to there in Beaver County, it’s good to know what your options are. Take time to read our cover story on transportation and hold onto it for future use.

Speaking of getting around town, you won’t want to miss Angela’s article on page 7 about driverless cars!

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day. To become eligible, you must and fill out a brief application (it can be downloaded online at BCTA. com), take it to the Rochester Transportation Center and present proof of age. Once your eligibility is established, you will receive a Free Senior Transit Identification Card. Each time you ride with BCTA, simply show this ID card to the bus driver upon boarding. This same card can also be used to receive reduced fare transportation on BCTA’s DART system (see below) and is valid on all transit systems in Pennsylvania, so it can be used when visiting Pittsburgh or traveling across the state.

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In lieu of a Free Senior Transit ID card, BCTA also accepts a government-issued proof of age documents showing date of birth (such as a driver’s license, nondriver ID card or passport) to establish eligibility for free travel. These documents must be presented to the driver as you board. Be aware that this accommodation may not apply outside of Beaver County, so check with the other transit system(s) you plan to ride with before embarking on your trip. Also please note that if you do not present your transit card or a valid proof of age, you may be required to pay the full fare.

For riders with disabilities, as well as seniors with limited mobility, BCTA offers a wide range of accommodations to make travel more convenient, safe and comfortable, including lift-equipped vehicles, kneeling and low-floor vehicles, passenger assistance, designated seats for seniors, an armband program for the visually impaired, stop announcements and a telecommunications device for the hearing impaired (TDD). For information about BCTA’s services, call (724) 728-8600 or visit BCTA.com.

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BCTA’s DART The Demand and Response Transit (DART) service is BCTA’s door-todoor, advance-reservation, sharedride system. It is operated in both urban and rural areas of Beaver County. This service is available to the general public, seniors, persons with disabilities, and others with specialized transportation needs to and from any point in Beaver County that cannot be reached by using the regular fixed route buses. Connections to BCTA fixed routes can also be made upon request. There is a charge for the service but adults ages 60 and older and those with ADAestablished disabilities (verified by

your doctor) ride at a very reduced rate (half fare).

Urban portions of Beaver County are served by DART Monday through Saturday, while trips to and from rural portions of Beaver County can be made Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. When riding DART, there is no restriction on trip purpose, and no type of trip is given priority over another in the scheduling process.

The daily routes and schedules of service vary each day in response to the demand expressed for service to and from certain points. All trips are scheduled by advanced reservation only. For trip reservations, questions or concerns related to DART, call (724) 375-2895 or (800) 262-0343.

Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP)

In Beaver County, the MATP Program is administered through the Beaver County Transit Authority, with funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services.

MATP provides non-emergency medical transportation to Beaver County residents who hold a valid Pennsylvania Medical Assistance (MA) card. It is intended to offer transportation or mileage reimbursement to those who need to access medical care or other medical services from Medical Assistance providers. These other services include therapies, tests, dental visits, trips to the pharmacy to pick up prescriptions, mental health treatment, drug and alcohol addiction treatment, and trips to medical equipment suppliers. MATP cannot be used for emergency or

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ambulance transportation, nonmedical trips such as shopping and social activities, or to obtain medical care not covered by Medical Assistance. Depending on your origin and destination, your specific needs,

and the costs involved, MATP can provide by public fixed-route bus, shared-ride, lift-equipped vehicles, or mileage reimbursement when your own vehicle is used.

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Need transportation around Beaver County? Consider these public and private options for getting where you need to go Continued from page 5 Super Shuttle to Pittsburgh International Airport If you need to get to or from Pittsburgh International Airport and cannot drive or do not want to leave your car at an airport parking lot, consider reserving an airport shuttle or black car from Pittsburgh Transportation Group. This privately owned company offers non-stop van, black car and SUV service from anywhere in Beaver County to the airport.

Certain zip codes within the county also offer “shared-ride” van service, which is priced much lower; those areas are 15061, 15001,15042, 15005 and 15003.

For special occasions (like a family wedding) or for groups (like up to 40 people from your church taking a daily outing to a show downtown), Pittsburgh Transportation Group also offers ExecuCar, bus and luxury vehicles service To learn more or to schedule service, call (412) 444-4444 or visit pghtrans. com. You can also use the SuperShuttle app from your smartphone to book service. BCSN

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Need a ride in Beaver County or beyond? There’s an app for that!

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Do you have a mobile phone and feel comfortable using apps? Then consider using one of these two popular ride services on your next trip across town, downtown or wherever you might otherwise take a taxi. One tap on your phone and a car comes directly to you. Your driver knows exactly where to go.

Lyft provides safe rides 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to all points around the Pittsburgh area, including Beaver County, as well as to Pittsburgh International Airport. The Lyft app matches you with friendly local drivers at the tap of a button within minutes. After the ride, simply pay through your phone. To learn more, visit Lyft.com/cities/ pittsburgh-pa.

Uber is another option. The Uber pp connects you with a reliable ride (from low cost to Premium) in minutes through your smartphone. Payment is completely cashless and tipping is not required. Applicable tolls and surcharges may be added to your fare. To learn more, visit uber.com/cities/Pittsburgh.

If you have any issues with either of these ride services, you can file a complaint through the PA Public Utility Commission’s Bureau of Consumer Services at (800) 692-7380.

When to Stop Driving We want to continue driving as long as we can do so safely. For many of us, however, the time may come when we must limit or stop driving—either temporarily or permanently. The following advice may be able to assist you or a loved one in making this decision.

What are the warning signs when someone should begin to limit driving or stop altogether?

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Feeling uncomfortable, nervous or fearful while driving.

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Dents and scrapes on the car or on fences, mailboxes, garage doors and curbs.

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Difficulty staying in the lane of travel.

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Getting lost.

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Trouble paying attention to signals, road signs and pavement markings.

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Slower response to unexpected situations.

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Medical conditions or medications that may affect your ability to handle the car safely.

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Frequent “close calls” (almost crashing).

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Trouble judging gaps in traffics at intersections and on highway entrance/ exit ramps.

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Other drivers honking at you and instances when you are angry at other drivers.

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Friends or relatives not wanting to drive with you.

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Difficulty seeing the sides of the road when looking straight ahead.

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Easily distracted or having difficulty concentrating while driving.

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Having a hard time turning around to check over your shoulder while backing up or changing lanes.

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Frequent traffic tickets or warnings by traffic/law enforcement officers in the last year or two.

If you notice one or more of these warning signs, you may want to have your driving assessed by a professional or attend a driver refresher class (see listing or download the booklet mentioned next column, which lists more driver refresher courses). You may also want to consult with your doctor if you are having unusual concentration or memory problems, or other physical symptoms that may be affecting your ability to drive.

Source: AARP.org.

Other resources are available to help older drivers stay safe AARP Driver Safety Program The AARP Driver Safety Program is the nation’s first and largest classroom refresher course for drivers ages 50 and older. The eight-hour course is designed to help update driving skills and knowledge of the rules of the road, learn about normal age-related physical changes and how they impact driving, and obtain an insurance discount. Online courses are also available. To learn more and to locate classes in your area, visit the above website and type “Driver Safety Program” in the search box. Call (888) 227-7669 or visit aarp.org.

Seniors for Safe Driving This driver improvement program is designed especially for seniors.

It allows drivers a chance to refresh their driving techniques, develop positive driving attitudes and regain lost confidence. There is no written exam or behind-the-wheel test. A nominal tuition fee is charged. Call for class locations, dates and times.

Call (724) 283-0245 or (800) 559-4880 or visit seniorsforsafedriving.com

to register or for more information.

A Guide to Talking With Older Drivers The Pennsylvania Department of Motor Vehicles has a very useful booklet called Talking With Older Drivers: A Guide for Family and Friends that helps family members and friends know when and how to get involved in an older person’s decision on whether to continue or modify their driving. The booklet can be downloaded online. Go to dmv.pa.gov/Driver-Services/MatureDrivers/Pages/default.aspx.

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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.

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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 1 (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 1 (800) 272-3900.

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Beaver County Office on Aging: beavercountypa.gov/ Depts/OOA. Gives detailed information on aging programs. Call (724) 847-2262 (Local); 1 (888) 548-2262 (Long Distance); TDD (724) 728-5700.

Benefits Checkup: benefitscheckup.org. An online questionnaire to help search for a list of all state and federal benefits.

COMPASS (Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Application for Social Services): compass.state.pa.us. Enables Pennsylvania citizens to apply for social services programs online. Call 1 (800) 692-7462.

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Eldercare Locator: eldercare.gov. Contains information on the complete array of services and programs of interest for older adults. Call 1 (800) 677-1116.

It’s your right to choose the home health and hospice provider you prefer.

Ask for VNA.

Government Benefits: GovBenefits.gov. The official benefits website of the government that connects people in need to government assistance programs. Call 1 (800) 333-4636.

Medicare: medicare.gov. The official government site for Medicare consumer information. Call 1 (800) 633-4227.

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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 1 (866) 286-3636.

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Surmising the future: What’s ahead for older adults in the coming decades Some are claiming that travel by driverless vehicles eventually will become safer as the human element will be taken out.

Just imagine, older adults could continue to get to their medical appointments and shopping trips easier. Perhaps you may not ambulate well but would be able to send your car out to the pharmacy and supermarkets, and employees could load your order into your vehicle, and then it will drive back to your home. Maybe a relative can send their car to the older adult’s home to pick the person up and then drop them off at the doctor’s office and then come back to take the person home. Sometimes there are no parking places nearby. This technology may allow you to get out of the vehicle at your destination, and then the car will park elsewhere and be summoned back when you are ready to leave.

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o you ever wonder what’s ahead for older adults in the future? How will technology and inventions affect our lives? Advances in medicine from the past few decades have lengthened our life span as more people are living into their 90’s and even reaching 100.

It’s looking like advances in transportation may be coming, and it could benefit older adults to provide them continued independence. Many people live with medical limitations, such as rheumatoid arthritis, stroke, Parkinson’s Disease, a broken hip, among more, and a self-driving vehicle may provide an opportunity to use their automobile longer.

Recently, there has been a multitude of stories in the media about numerous companies, including some in nearby Pittsburgh, developing and testing self-driving cars, also known as autonomous vehicles. Companies including but not limited to Uber, Argo AI, Ford, Delphi, Aurora Innovation, Audi, Tesla and Waymo are at the ground level testing out this technology. It sounds so futuristic as some vehicles may not have a steering wheel, or gas or brake pedals. The test vehicles have computers plus many cameras and sensors installed to help it travel with other vehicles on the road.

There are lots of questions to this potential new way of travelling. Would we buy the vehicle? Would we be willing to ride in it without a human being able to control it? Would we trust it? How would the vehicle know that we are safely out of the car and got all of belongings out of it before it drove away?

Will it get you to the correct place? Would it get you to Market Street in Beaver as opposed to Market Street in Bridgewater?

What happens when someone or something wrecks into it?

What happens when the self-driving vehicle wrecks? If you need a break while riding on the turnpike, are you able to get the vehicle to get off at the rest stop? Since there will be a computer in the vehicle, can it be hacked? What can happen if it gets hacked? What happens if the vehicle is stolen? These are all things that will need to be figured out in the years to come. Then you have to wonder if there will be a loss of jobs with people who drive taxis, busses and trucks.

Some of us already ride in unmanned vehicles, such as trams/trains in airports or in tourist areas. It will be only a matter of time, and some of us are going to live long enough to be riding in this newest form of transportation. BCSN

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By Angela Gentile, Planning Unit Program Monitor Beaver County Office on Aging For Beaver County Senior News

Some feel that it may be 10 years or more until these driverless vehicles are safe enough to be used regularly. Others in this industry surmise that the general public may not be able to afford the vehicle, and customers would need to arrange for a ride from transportation companies who may have the resources to purchase a fleet of these vehicles.

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Funds are available to help caregivers through CSP program

By Tesi Dye Care Management Supervisor Beaver County Office on Aging For Beaver County Senior News

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Here are a few examples of how this program is helping caregivers keep their loved ones at home. George Jones lives with his wife who has Alzheimer’s. He has been paying for her to attend an Adult Daily Living Center in a nearby town once a week so she can have socialization and he can have some respite. He also pays for an aide to come several times each week to help bath his wife. He purchases pullups as his wife doesn’t always make it to the bathroom. Every month he submits receipts to his Care Manager, Leslie.

When he spends $500, he receives a check for $450. Reimbursement is based on household income and he is reimbursed at 90 percent of up to $500.

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elp us spread the word about a wonderful program called the Caregiver Support Program (CSP). CSP focuses on supporting the caregiver as they provide care for their loved one in the home. It provides reimbursement to the caregiver for costs they incur purchasing services, supplies, assistive devices and home modifications for their loved one. CSP also provides educational materials, benefits counseling, an annual caregiver recognition luncheon and Care Management support. CSP reimburses the caregiver after they utilize their own funds to purchase the care needed and submit receipts to their Care Manager confirming this. It does not pay the caregiver to provide care for their loved ones and is not an entitlement program.

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Tess Murray cares for her older brother, Jim, who has had a stroke. She hires a neighbor to come and sit with him three nights a week so she can continue with her volunteer work. She pays for an aide from an agency to come and help with bathing each morning. Tess has purchased a stair glide he uses to get up to the second floor. She submits receipts for $300 and receives a check for $300. She is reimbursed at 100 percent based on their income. She paid $1,800 for the stair glide and received a check for $1,800. This was in addition to her monthly reimbursement. All caregivers have the opportunity to make use of a lifetime allotment of $2,000 for reimbursement of assistive devices and home modifications.

Each care plan is individualized and unique to the caregiver situation. Because funds are available, we are seeking caregivers to reimburse. If you are a caregiver and would like to apply for this program, we urge you to call us. If you know a caregiver who would benefit from this program, please share this information with them. We want to get the word out so we can help as many caregivers as we can. BCSN To inquire, call the Beaver County Office on Aging’s Information and Referral Department at (724) 847-2262 or (888) 548-2262.

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Surprises for Shut-ins wraps up its 31st season

It was another successful season for the Beaver County Office on Aging’s Surprises for Shut-ins program. During December, 464 older adults received bags of gifts and friendly visits during the holiday. BCOA would like to thank all the people and organizations who donated items and financial contribution for our agency to purchase reusable cloth gift bags, gifts and wrapping supplies. We were so honored that Elmcroft of Chippewa earmarked proceeds of its annual Christmas Wonderland to benefit our program. There were many dedicated volunteers who came to wrap gifts three days at Center at the Mall, and six people helped assemble all the bags. More than 25 volunteers plus BCOA staff delivered the gifts to some excited and appreciative recipients. It is a big project, and our agency is appreciative that so many people in the community participate each year. BCSN

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Wear green to this month’s Senior Day at the Mall

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oin the Beaver County Office on Aging for the St. Patrick’s Day Bash at Senior Day at the Mall from 10 a.m. to noon March 14 inside Center at the Mall. Wear green and enjoy Irish folk music by Gene Testa.

Visit all the vendors to learn about services and program available to older adults, and you can get your blood pressure checked. Enjoy some green punch, a cup of coffee and a doughnut. The featured vendor will be the Beaver County Bureau of Elections who will have information on registering to vote for the May primary election and opportunities to be a poll worker during the primary and general elections.

The event, sponsored by the Beaver County Office on Aging and premier sponsors Medic Rescue and Concordia Visiting Nurses, is the number one resource in Beaver County for personal, on-the-spot consultation and information for older adults all in one convenient location. BCSN

If you are going to be watching all the March Madness basketball games, this is an easy hot appetizer to make.

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Volunteers still needed to help advocate for residents

By Tesi Dye Ombudsman Supervisor Beaver County Office on Aging For Beaver County Senior News

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“Ombudsman” is a Swedish word that means “citizen representative.”

An Ombudsman can play many roles.

We are looking for individuals to visit assigned facilities on a regular basis to educate residents, staff and family about resident rights. Volunteers can also provide training to residents, family, staff and community groups about the Ombudsman program and resident rights. Volunteers can help spread the word about the program and help us recruit more volunteers. The role of a

3 8 oz. grated sharp Cheddar cheese 3 Corn or tortilla chips volunteer Ombudsman can be flexible and customized to the interests of each volunteer. Training and ongoing support is provided by Ombudsman staff.

Many residents seldom have visitors and are unaware that they still have rights even though they live in a personal care home or nursing facility.

Our volunteers tell us about the good feelings they receive knowing they have made a difference in the lives of the residents they encounter. Come join our team and help us make a difference.

We need your help. BCSN To inquire, call the Ombudsman Department to talk about the program and request an application; (724) 847-2262 or (888) 548-2262.

In bowl, beat together cream cheese, ranch dressing and hot sauce. Fold in chicken. Spread in pie plate and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese and return to the oven for 10 to 15 minutes. Serve hot with chips.

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Senior center menus Call the following senior centers for menu information and reservations: Aliquippa (724) 857-9989; Baden (724) 869-4224; Center at the Mall (724) 728-1422; New Brighton (724) 846-1959; Midland (724) 869-4224. BCSN

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inter seems to be dragging on with lots of snow and ice, but spring is just around the corner. Is it time to try something new? Please consider the Ombudsman program. The Beaver County Office on Aging is looking for dedicated volunteers to help us advocate for residents of nursing and personal care homes in Beaver County. Please consider joining the Ombudsman team at the Beaver County Office on Aging.

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Keen-Age News . . . For Beaver County’s Active Seniors Beaver County History Tidbits 2 Logstown (Loggs Town, Maugh-wawa-me), the historically famous Native American community/trading post, was located on the right bank of the Ohio River as it flows north, 17.5 miles (57 perches) from Fort Pitt. This location now is Harmony Township, Beaver County. (One perch equals 30.25 square yards.) Logstown was viable from 1725 to 1758 and its inhabitants at its peak included 789 fighting men from 10 tribes.

2 A known stop along the Underground Railroad in New Brighton: The Robert Townsend House, 1612 Third Ave., is the present J & J Spratt Funeral Home. Sanctuary was provided to fugitive slaves and the home provided easy access to and from the river by a secret room in the basement.

Townsend established the Townsend Company, a wire and rivet mill in Fallston in 1828. BCSN

The Beaver County Office on Aging

Serving you: • “Surprises for Shut-ins” • Information and Referral • Ombudsman Service • PDA Waiver Program • Domiciliary Care • Care Management • Benefits Counseling • Senior Day • Pre-admission Assessment • Family Caregiver Support Program • APPRISE Program • PrimeTime Health Program • Nursing Home Transition Beaver County Commissioners Sandie Egley, Chairman Daniel C. Camp III Tony Amadio Linda L. Hall, Administrator Beaver County Office on Aging

Services provided through subcontractors: • Adult Day Care • Attendant Care • Chore Service • Home Companion • Home Delivered Meals • Homemaker • Home Safe Home

• Legal Services • Personal Care • Protective Services • Respite Care • Senior Centers • Transportation

For more information, call or visit our office at 1020 Eighth Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

Office Hours: Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Senior Day-Travel With Us The #1 Resource in Beaver County for personal, “on the spot” consultation and service for older adults all at one convenient location!

Proudly brought to you by ~ The Beaver County Office on Aging and Premier Sponsors: Medic Rescue ~ Concordia Visiting Nurses The next Senior Day will be from 10 a.m. to noon March 14 inside Center at the Mall in the Beaver Valley Mall, next to Hallmark.

Read Beaver County Senior News for more information.

Call (724) 847-2262 for information.

Center at the Mall activities

Circle of Friends

Center at the Mall (CATM), Beaver Valley Mall, Monaca, offers:

Baden Circle of Friends, 371 Linmore Ave., Baden, will offer the following:

2 Financial counseling at 9:30 a.m. March 6.

2 Birthday lunch celebration at 11 a.m. March 8.

2 Bunco League at 2 p.m. March 13 and 27.

H Pot O Gold bingo March 13. Cost is $6.

H Pinochle tournament at 9:30 a.m. March 14 and 28.

H St. Patrick’s Day bingo at 10 a.m. March 16.

2 Senior Day at the Mall at 10 a.m. March 14.

H Breakfast club card party at 9:30 a.m. March 21. Cost is $5 and includes continental breakfast and table prize.

2 Self defense class at 9 a.m. March 19.

H New easy movement exercise class at 1 p.m. Fridays.

2 Karaoke night at 4 p.m. March 21.

Call (724) 869-4224 or visit cofbeaver.com.

2 DCI massage therapy at 9 a.m. March 22.

New Brighton Circle of Friends, Holy Family Parish, will offer the following:

2 United Healthcare benefit information at 9:30 a.m. March 22.

2 Meadows Casino day trip at 9 a.m. March 26.

2 Miracle Ear hearing aid screening at 9:30 a.m. March 29.

H Chair yoga at 12:30 p.m. March 6 and 20.

H Birthday recognition March 8.

2 Welcome spring party at 10 a.m. March 29.

H Card party at noon March 12. Cost is $6 and reservations are required.

2 Spaghetti dinner fundraiser at 5 p.m. April 4.

H St. Patrick’s Day bingo at 12:30 p.m. March 15.

2 6th annual Juried Art Exhibition April 26, 27 and 28.

H Breakfast card party at 9:30 a.m. March 23. Cost is $5 and includes breakfast, table prize and lunch.

Visit centeratthemall.com for more information or call (724) 774-5654 to make reservations. Follow the center on Facebook at facebook.com/CenterattheMall. BCSN

H Trip to Rivers Casino March 26.

Call (724) 846-1959 or visit cofbeaver.com. BCSN

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2 Blood pressure screenings at 10 a.m. March 2, 9, 15 and 23.

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Entertainments and Events • Come out for a free Maple Sugaring Program at 11 a.m. March 10 at Bradys Run Park, Maple Camp (behind the Lodge), Beaver Falls. This is an instructional program to learn how maple trees are tapped and the process of turning sugar water into maple syrup.

Authentic tools will be available for viewing. Call (724) 378-1701 or visit beavercountyconservationdistrict.org for more information.

• Heritage Valley Health System and the Community College of Beaver County (CCBC) will host the “What’s On Your Plate?” Healthy Foods and Wellness Expo at CCBC’s Monaca campus, One Campus Dr., Monaca, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 10. The expo is free and open to the public and will include live cooking demonstrations, free health screenings, live fitness demonstrations, free food and product samples and also the chance to win door prizes. For additional

information, a complete list of exhibitors and event day information, visit heritagevalley.org/expo.

• A St. Patrick’s Day 5K and Fun Walk will take place at 9 a.m. March 17 at Big Rock Park, First Ave., New Brighton.

The event will start and end in Big Rock Park. Call (724) 846-1870 or visit nbarc. net to register.

• The Beaver Valley Artists annual Spring Art Show will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. March 18 at the Merrick Art Gallery, 1100 Fifth Ave., New Brighton.

Enjoy this opening reception for this juried show with prizes awarded for the talent and beauty of the artwork produced by local artists. Exhibition runs through April 5 during regular gallery hours. Call (724) 846-1130 or visit beavervalleyartist.org.

• St. Patrick’s Day Sasquatch Search Hike will take place at 1 p.m. March

18 at Bevington Boat Launch, 201 River Rd., Wampum. Wear your Green. Hike up the scenic hill where Bigfoot has been sighted in the recent past and back down. Several distance options based on turnaround point; choices are: Tony Dytko Rd. (2.8 miles round-trip), Snake Run Rd. (5.2 miles), or Sankey Hill Rd. (9.4 miles).

After the hike, join the group at the train station, 303 Main St., Wampum, for hot dogs and hiking stories. Wear hiking footwear. Visit northcountrytrail.org/wam.

• History Symposium: World War I will take place at 7 p.m. March 22 at Beaver County Courthouse, 810 Third St., Beaver. The First World War, the Great War or the War to End All Wars, was a global war originating in Europe that lasted from July 28, 1914 to November 11, 1918. Thirty-six Beaver County men were killed in battle and 14 died later

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RANCISCAN M ANOR S ENIOR L IVING

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A CHARMED LIF E AWA I T S YO U !

F 71 Darlington Road Patterson Township Beaver Falls, PA 15010

724-891-1150 www.fivestarseniorliving.com ©2011 Five Star Quality Care, Inc.

ranciscan Manor is Beaver County’s premier senior living community, reminiscent of the charm and character of a bygone era. Nestled in an area known for its innovation, our community maintains a fresh approach to senior living care.

Franciscan Manor offers: • 24-hour Nursing Care • Rehabilitation Services • Programmed Activities

• Nutritious Chef-Prepared Meals • Housekeeping Services

Entertainments and Events of wounds. Scot Buffington, a WWI re-enactor will share various stories of the war as well as information about uniforms and accoutrements. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event.

Call (724) 775-1848 or visit bchrlf.org.

• Come out to Hopewell Community Park, 2500 Laird Dr., Aliquippa, for Spring Fest from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

March 24. Bring the grandkids and meet the Easter Bunny and collect eggs filled with candy. Scheduled hunt times for ages 18 months to 12 years old. Free activities include cookie decorating, crafts and pictures with the Easter Bunny. Some lucky kids will win bicycles courtesy of the Hopewell Police Department. Concession stand will be open. Call (724) 378-1460 or visit hopewelltwp.com.

• Old Economy Village, 270 16th St., Ambridge, will open for the season at 10 a.m. April 4. This National Historic

Landmark is a six-acre museum complex, with seventeen restored historic structures and gardens, telling the story of the Harmony Society, one of the oldest and most successful religious communal groups of the nineteenth century. Call (724) 266-4500 or visit oldeconomyvillage.org.

• The 41st annual Maple Syrup Festival will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April 7 and 8 at Bradys Run Park Lodge, Beaver Falls. Enjoy allyou-can-eat buttermilk or buckwheat pancake breakfast served with pure maple syrup made in Bradys Run Park. Festival features entertainment on two stages, Civil War re-enactors, handmade crafts, pony rides, stoneground flour and more. Admission and parking are free. Cost for breakfast. is $9 adults; $5 children 12 and under. Call (724) 378-1701 or visit beavercountyconservationdistrict.org.

• Come out to Bradys Run Park Baseball Fields, Achortown Rd., Beaver Falls, for a Star Party starting at dusk April 21. Weather permitting. The event is sponsored by the Beaver County Amateur Astronomers. Bring telescope or binoculars or some will be available to borrow. Call (724) 601-2898 for more information.

• Grandparents gather up the grandkids and come out to enjoy a relaxing day together at the 18th annual Jack Wilson Fishing Derby sponsored by The Little Beaver Lions Club from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 21 along the Little Beaver tributary in Darlington.

Entrance fee is $4 per person or $10 per family. Prizes awarded to all age brackets. For more information or to register, call (724) 462-4288 or email mlseiber@comcast.net. BCSN

BEAVER FALLS PLAZA

1008 Seventh Ave., Beaver Falls (724) 843-4822

• 1 Person hh...$14,600 • 2 Persons hh...$16,700 Maximum income for eligibility is: 1 Person $38,950; 2 Persons $44,500

Koppel Terrace Senior Apartments Maintenance Free, Garden Style Apartments For persons 55 years of age and older Corner of 1st Avenue and Richard Street in Koppel 19 spacious, fully carpeted 1 and 2 bedroom apartments One Bedroom $400 Two Bedrooms $500 plus electric Water, sewage and garbage included.

Fully equipped with stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and garbage disposal. On-site laundry facilities are also available.

For additional information and application packet, call (724) 775-4535.

Income restrictions apply. Annual income must not exceed: $29,220 one person; $33,360 two persons

Leetsdale Manor

27 Spencer Street, Leetsdale, PA 15056 Rent-Assisted Housing for Persons Ages 62 and Older 1 bedroom apartments w/ equipped kitchens, wall-wall carpet, A/C, balconies, community room, laundry facility, limited off-street parking and Secure intercom system.

HUD has mandated that an admission priority be implemented for households whose incomes are 30% of the area median income or less.

Income limits apply (gross annual income) • 1 Person hh...$14,600 • 2 Persons hh...$16,700 Maximum income eligibility• 1 Person...$24,350 • 2 Persons ...$27,800

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Spacious One and Two Bedroom Apartments • 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance • On-site Management and Maintenance • Carpet/Blinds on All Windows • Individually Controlled Heat & Air Conditioning • Generous Closet Space • Potential Rapid Occupancy • No Application Fee • All Utilities Included in Rent • Income Limits Apply

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Bryce Canyon ●Zion ●Salt Lake City ●Jackson Hole ●Grand Grand Canyon ● Teton & Yellowstone National Parks ●Old Faithful ●Sheridan ● son Hole ●Grand Bighorn Mountains ●Mount Rushmore ●Crazy Horse aithful ●Sheridan ● Memorial zy Horse

Pacific Northwest & California $2499* A free bus trip for WWII/Korean era veterans Pacific• 10 Northwest 8 Days Meals & California | $2499* est & California | $2499* 8 Days • 10 Meals

8 Days • 10 Meals Departure dates:

2017: July 16, 24, 30, 31;

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August 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 27;

Departure dates:

2017: July 16, 24, 30, 31;

August 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 27;

September 4, 10, 11, 13, 17, 18, 20;

Canadian Rockies by TrainOctober | $3299* 1, 2, 4, 15

September 4, 10, 11, 13, 17, 18, 20;

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12 Days • 17 Meals

2018: April 8, 23;

9 Days • 13 Meals

May 20;

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July 9; July 13, 15, 19; 2017:

August August 5, 2, 19; 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 18, 19, 25, September 9, 17; 26;

Departure dates: June 3, 24; August August 5, 3, 19; 6, 10, 12, 15, 19, 25; September September 9, 1, 17; 2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 19, 21, 22, 23, October 7 26, 29, 30;

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July 9; July 12, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29; 2017: October 7 1, 2, 6, 7, 13, 14, 15, 16, September ree bus trip to Washington D.C. to visit the WWII, 20, 21,April 22, 23, 24,one 28, day 29, 30; 2019: 28

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7 Memorials, Arlington Cemetery for Changing of Highlights: Seattle •28 Mt. October 5, 6, 7 St. Helens Visitor Center • Portland October 1, 6, Korean 2019: April 2018: April 25, 26 the Guard, the Wall and the Marine Corp Memorial will take • Columbia River Gorge • Portland Spirit Cruise • Newport Highlights: Seattle ●Mount St. Helens Visitor Center ● • Bandon Natural Area • Redwood Park● PortlandState ●Columbia River Gorge ●PortlandNational Spirit Cruise place May 24.

This trip is for WWII/Korean era veterans and Visitor Center ● Newport• Avenue ●Bandonof State • Eureka the Natural Giants Area • San●Redwood FranciscoNational • Choice of all who served prior to May 15, 1975. Food and beverages Spirit Cruise ● Park ●Eureka Bay ●Avenue of the Giants ●San Francisco ●Choice San Francisco Cruise of City Tour of San Francisco wood National

of San Francisco Bay Cruise or City Tour of San Francisco Francisco ●Choice San Francisco

Contact Alice Steel, Travel Junction, Inc. at Highlights: Columbia ●Vancouver ●VIA Rail ● (724) 266-5715British or email travel@traveljunctioninc.com

●Columbia Icefield ●Choice of Glacier Experience or Grand Canyon Jasper ● Glacier Skywalk ●Lake Louise ●Banff ●Calgary son Hole ●Grand aithful ●Sheridan ● zy Horse

American’s Cowboy Country $2149* America's Cowboy Country | 8 Days • 11 Meals est & California | $2499* 8 Days • 10 Meals Departure dates:

Highlights: Lake Powell ●Gra For information and reservations, call (724)Scottsdale 709-3614.●In order Bryce Canyon ●Zion ●Salt Lake City ●Jackso to continue these free trips for the veterans, donations are Teton & Yellowstone National Parks ●Old Fait gratefully accepted and checks should be may●Mount be made pay- ●Crazy Bighorn Mountains Rushmore able to Vets Bus Trips. Mail toMemorial Wesbanco at 701 Corporation St., Beaver, PA 15009. Attention: Vets Bus Trips.Pacific BCSN Northwe $2149*

Volunteer opportunities are Departure dates: in Beaver County plenty 8 Days • 11 Meals 2017: July 11, 18, 25;

May 20;

If you enjoy helping others achieve their dreams, or if you get6,satisfaction September 8, 12, 15, 19, from 22, 26;supporting a cause you believe in, then volunteering is for you. Check with your favorite organizaOctober 3, 7 tion10,or25; contact the Beaver County Office on Aging, Beaver 2018: June July 1, 22; Falls at (724) 847-2262 to see what kind of difference you can August 19, 29; BCSN make.

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August 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 27;

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2018: April 8, 23; June 3, 24; August 5, 19;

August 11, 15, 28, 29;

September 5, 18;

September 9, 17; October 7

2019: April 28

Highlights: Grand Tetons • Yellowstone National Park Highlights: Choice of Wildlife Float Trip or Whitewater • Buffalo Bill Center of the West • Deadwood • Crazy Horse Visitor Center ● Rafting on Snake River ●Grand Tetons ●Yellowstone National Memorial • Mt. Rushmore National Park • Choice of Bill Center •ofBadlands the West ● Deadwood ●Crazy Spirit Cruise ●Park ●Buffalo Wildlife Trip ●orMt. Whitewater on National Snake River HorseFloat Memorial Rushmore Rafting ●Badlands Park wood National

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provided. There will be an RN as well as several volunteers on trip. Wheelchairs provided as needed. The pick up sites will be in Beaver, Greentree and Monroeville between 5 and 6:15 a.m.; return between 9 and 10 p.m.

Contact Alice Steel, Travel Junction, Inc. at (724) 266-5715 or email travel@traveljunctioninc.com

Looking for Senior Resources?

Visit our website at Highlights: Seattle ●Mount St. Helens Vis pittsburghseniornews.com

Portland ●Columbia River Gorge ●Portland Sp Newport ●Bandon State Natural Area ●Redwo current and●Avenue past issues of ●San Fr Park ●Eureka of the Giants of San Francisco Bay Cruise or City Tour of S

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Call (412) 760-5914 or visit pittsburghseniornews.com for more information.

Beaver Elder Care and

Rehabilitation Center A GUARDIAN ELDER CARE FACILITY 616 Golf Course Road Aliquippa, PA 15001 Phone: (724) 375-0345 Now offering Outpatient Therapy along with Short-Term Rehabilitation.

www.beavereldercare.com

Francis A. Farmer Apartments 274 Friendship Circle, Brighton Township, Beaver, PA 15009 Rent-Assisted Housing for Persons Ages 62 and Older Accessible 1 bedroom apartments with equipped kitchens, A/C, balconies, community room, laundry facilities, parking lots and Secure Intercom System.

Newly renovated accessible apartments with roll in showers also available.

There is an admission priority for very low income persons whose incomes are

• 1 Person hh...$14,600 • 2 Persons hh...$16,700 Maximum income for eligibility is: 1 Person $38,950; 2 Persons $44,500 Housing Authority of the County of Beaver, 300 State Ave., Beaver, PA 15009

Or call (724) 775-1220 for additional information www.beavercountyhousing.org

Hoffman’s Drug Store Emanuel N. Panos Pharmacist

Free Delivery We deliver to: Aliquippa Ambridge Hopewell Center • Utility bill payments accepted • PA Lottery tickets • Western Union

536 Franklin Ave., Aliquippa

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Wherever you need us . . . Since 1921

INTERNAL MEDICINE ASSOCIATES An Office of Heritage Valley Medical Group 1155 Merchant St., Ambridge, PA 15003 100 Hazel Lane, Sewickley, PA 15143

Phone: (412) 749-6821

Accepting New Patients Richard G. Cassoff, M.D. Stephanie L. Perry, M.D. George B. Cheponis, M.D. Hans J. Fuchs, M.D. Richard A. Schollaert, M.D. Sarah Miller, PA-C Karah Peters, CRNP

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Get your eyes checked!

I bumped into an old school friend at the store today. He started showing off, talking about his well paid job and expensive sports cars. Then he pulled out his phone and showed me a photo of his wife and said, “She’s beautiful, isn’t she?”

I said, “If you think she’s gorgeous, you should see my girlfriend.” He said, “Why? Is she a stunner?”

I said, “No, she’s an optometrist.”

Timing is everything A boy asks his father, “Dad, are bugs good to eat?” “That’s disgusting. Don’t talk about things like that over dinner,” the dad replies. After dinner the father asks, “Now, son, what did you want to ask me?” “Oh, nothing,” the boy says. “There was a bug in your soup, but now it’s gone.”

Be careful what you ask A man goes to the lawyer: “What is your fee?”

Lawyer says: “$1000 for three questions.”

Man: “Wow - so much! Isn’t it a bit expensive?”

Lawyer: “Yes, what is your third question?”

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Application or assistance available Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Name the Artist

Name the correct artist for each piece of famous artwork correctly for a chance to win $30 cash.

1. David ___________________________________________

8. Venus de Milo _____________________________________

2. American Gothic _________________________________

9. Sistine Chapel Ceiling _______________________________

3. Mona Lisa _______________________________________

10. Campbell’s Soup Cans _____________________________

4. Starry Night _____________________________________

11. Water Lillies ______________________________________

5. The Last Supper __________________________________

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6. The Scream ______________________________________

13. Guernica _________________________________________

7. The Creation of Adam _____________________________

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To enter, mail your answers to Beaver County Senior News Contest, 8280 Tanglewood Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15237. One entry per person. Correct entries will be eligible for our drawing.

One winner will be drawn. Entries must be received by the 15th of this month. Answers will be published in the next edition of Beaver County Senior News.

Congratulations to Ed Bihler who won last month’s contest. The answers were: 1. Grass; 2. Bell; 3. Fly; 4. Eye; 5. Skin; 6. Down; 7. Snake: 8. Den; 9. Cub; 10. Play; 11. Ray; 12. Back; 13. Eye; 14. Dog; 15. Bug; 16. Bear; 17. Bar; 18. Ear; 19. Walk; 20. Time; 21. Ant.

Live LIFE…At Home

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– A Partnership in Caring – LIFE offers comprehensive medical care, adult day services and homecare to help older adults, age 55 and older, live at home. Services include all medical care, prescription coverage, physical therapy, transportation and more.

Contact us for assistance in determining your eligibility for the program. You may qualify and not even realize it.

CenterPlace 131 Pleasant Drive, Suite 1 Aliquippa, PA 15001 724-378-5400 Call 711 for TTY Relay Services www.lutheranseniorlife.org/LIFE

A Partnership of Lutheran SeniorLife and Heritage Valley Health System

Is owning a house overwhelming?

Not ready for a personal care facility or nursing home?

You or your loved one can live in a completely furnished beautiful home in Beaver County with loving support. Housing includes homemade meals, medication assistance and transportation to medical appointments and other activities.

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Robert A. Banks Attorney at Law

Wills • Estate Planning • Senior Citizen Law Powers of Attorney • Living Wills Attorney Robert Banks has provided legal counsel to over 7,200 clients since his admission to the Bar in October 1978. During his 36 years of legal counseling Attorney Banks has obtained experience in many fields:

• elder law • estate planning • estate administration • family law “My goal is to provide area residents with the best possible legal service at a fair and reasonable price.”

Need a speaker at no cost for your church or group?

Give me a call!

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DOWN 1 Soup container 2 Lennon’s lady 3 “Oh, that explains it!”

4 Signs in the sky 5 Actress Longoria 6 Sunbeams 7 Mary-Kate or Ashley 8 Use 9 “Chicago” actor Richard 10 — about (roughly) 11 Tools with teeth 16 Copper head?

20 Meadow 21 Mexican snack 22 Concept 23 Ewe’s mate 27 Bankroll 29 Gilligan’s boat 30 Volcanic flow 31 Ireland 33 Extra helpings 35 Ump 38 Author Brown 40 Genie’s bestowals 43 “Don Juan” poet 45 Scribble (down) 46 Long lunch?

47 It takes the cake 48 Lion’s pride?

49 Calf-length 53 “Shoo!”

54 Vintage 55 Director Craven

650 Corporation Street, Suite 300, Buchanan Building, Beaver, PA 15009 www.rabanksesq.com

Office: (724) 775-1500 Fax: (724) 774-3560

Brighton Rehab & Wellness Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 246 Friendship Circle, Beaver (724) 775-7100 • Admissions: (724) 773-5209

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• We provide at need and pre-need services.

• With pre-need services the cost is frozen forever.

• We serve all faiths.

• We provide graves, mausoleum crypts, niches for ashes, urns, caskets, vaults and memorials, all at one convenient location.

Call (724) 846-5370 Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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