May 2016
Volume 16, Number 1
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Joseph Horzempa of Center Township holds a painting of his father-in-law titled “My Buddy.” The other photo, “I Got One Pap,” won a first-place award.
Center Township senior enjoys painting, teaching and organizing Center at the Mall Art Show By Gina Mazza For Beaver County Senior News Joseph Horzempa, 69, of Center Township has had more time to do something that he’s always enjoyed now that he’s retired: paint. When he was a young man fresh out of high school,
Joe studied art at the former Ivy School of Art in Pittsburgh. He graduated with an associate’s degree then transferred to Point Park University, where he earned a bachelor ’s d e g re e i n s c i e n c e a n d health services.
Then the Vietnam War happened and Joe went off to serve our country. After getting out of the service, he worked as a commercial artist for a while then got hired by J&L Steel. 2015 King Features Syndicate, Inc.
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Stem Cells Break 25-year Stalemate in COPD Options for Pennsylvanians By David Ebner For Beaver County Senior News According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease is the leading cause of death in While the mortality rates the United States even though for heart disease and the death rate has dropped cancer are on the decline, more than 35 percent since lung disease mortality has 1990. Similarly, the cancer seen a sharp increase in the death rate has dropped about last 20 years. 9 percent. However, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), has risen from the fifth leading cause of death to the third, and its mortality rate has increased by over 30 percent.
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According to the American Lung Association, 11 million Americans have COPD, and an estimated 667,500 are Pennsylvanians.
The Lung Institute treats patients with their own stem cells because stem cells act as the body’s healing system. The body alerts these cells, and they flow to the area that needs repair. However, stem cells are slow to react, and in someone who is chronically ill, they’re even slower. Realizing this, the physicians at the Lung Institute developed a procedure to help the stem cells do their job more efficiently. The physicians extract a patient’s stem cells from blood or bone marrow tissue, separate them and return them intravenously. The cells then travel through the heart and straight to the lungs where they are trapped. Once there, the cells can promote healing of the lungs, potentially improving lung function.
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Jim D., whose last name is abbreviated for medical privacy, is a patient of a clinic called the Lung Institute (lunginstitute. com) and has been since 2014. Jim believes COPD “hasn’t seen the news media awareness campaigns needed to stimulate research funding.”
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Center Township senior enjoys painting, teaching and organizing Center at the Mall Art Show Continued from page 1 “I was one of the mill guys for a while, which had nothing to do with art,” Joe recalls. “Then my wife suggested that I go for robotics. One thing led to another, and I ended up going back to school at Northwestern University to study prosthetics.” That led to a career with Union Orthotic and Prosthetics in Rochester. Through the years, Joe dabbled in various art classes and kept painting as a hobby, mostly focusing on oil as his medium. After retiring in 2013, he decided to begin showing his work at local art shows. In the past couple of years, he has received awards for his work, including honorable mention for “Fruitful Orange” and best of show for “A View of Beaver County” through the Beaver Valley Artists. He’s also won the juror’s award at the Christ Lutheran Church art show in Beaver Falls. With more time to share his love of painting, Joe began teaching art classes at Center at the Mall, shortly after joining as a member. In fact, his painting of a Beaver County bridge is displayed over the entryway of Center at the Mall.
Carole Force, Karen Smithnosky and Sue Kuzma admire beautiful works of art.
Center at the Mall Art Show One day while at the center, someone asked Joe if he would consider organizing an art show. “Once again, one thing led to another and we hosted our first show in 2015,” he says. “It was really successful, especially when you consider that it motivates people who like art and just haven’t done it for a while. It’s a nice thing, and it’s actually really amazing how much talent is out there.” The second annual show took place from April 14 to 16 and featured art of all kinds, including pottery, sculpture, watercolors, oils and acrylics. The event included a reception for the artists and entertainment. Plans are already in the works for a 2017 event. The show is not just restricted to seniors; anyone of any age can enter. BCSN
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Annie Nester of Beaver Falls and Linda Auten of Hopewell admire “Reflections” by Bonnie Jane Maybray.
To learn more about the Center at the Mall Art Show, call Joe at (724) 732-4914.
“Feeding Time” porcelain tray by Rachel Boyde. One of many beautiful artwork displays.
An heirloom thistle vase by Janet Noble.
A large eagle painting by Lori Bowser welcomes patrons to Center at the Mall.
Center at the Mall Art Show.
Photos by Chuck LeClaire for Beaver County Senior News
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• 1 Person hh...$14,600 • 2 Persons hh...$16,700 Maximum income for eligibility is: 1 Person $38,950; 2 Persons $44,500 Application or assistance available Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Housing Authority of the County of Beaver, 300 State Ave., Beaver, PA 15009
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Keen-Age News . . . For Beaver County’s Active Seniors Beaver County Office on Aging
Planning for the future: We need your opinion!
By Angela Gentile, Planning Unit Program Monitor Beaver County Office on Aging For Beaver County Senior News
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he Beaver County Office on Aging needs your help. We are seeking your opinions regarding the needs of our county’s older adults to assist in the development of the four-year plan for 2016-2020. Your responses will assist the Beaver County Office on Aging in planning for essential supports to help older adults remain in the living environment of their choice as long as possible.
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You can fill out the survey included in the Keen-Age News section of this issue and mail it back by May 20 to the Beaver County Office on Aging, 1020 Eighth Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 15010. You also may drop off the completed survey at our senior community centers located at Center at the Mall in the Beaver Valley Mall or our Circle of Friends Centers located in Baden, New Brighton, Aliquippa and Midland. If you like to use a computer, iPad or smart phone, the survey is available online through May 20 at surveymonkey.com/r/727TRKG.
Senior Day Health and History Fair
Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program
Health and History: That’s the theme of the May 11 annual Senior Day Health Fair. Join us from 10 a.m. to noon in the Sears corridor of the Beaver Valley Mall as we not only celebrate Older Americans Month, but give you the opportunity to be proactive with your health and learn about local history.
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Numerous vendors will provide information on senior services and programs, plus there will be blood pressure, glucose and chiropractic screenings. Beside this, area museums and historical groups will be on hand to present information on their sites and local history. WBVP-WMBA radio will broadcast live from the event, and they will bring the ever-popular prize wheel. Upon registration, guests will receive a small gift while supplies last. Coffee and doughnuts will be served. 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. For more information, call the Beaver County Office on Aging at (724) 847-2262 or (888) 548-2262. BCSN
Your results will help us write our plan. The Department of Aging has asked us to look at how to promote our existing services better, how do we improve access to service, how do we enhance the quality of our services and how to empower the workforce which can include paid or unpaid caregivers and volunteers. BCSN
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June 4, 10 a.m. to noon at Beaver County Office on Aging, Human Service Bldg. – First Floor Conference Room, 1020 Eighth Ave., Beaver Falls June 6, 1 to 3 p.m. at Baden American Legion Post # 641, 271 State St., Baden June 8, 1 to 3 p.m. at Rochester Salvation Army, 378 Jefferson St., Rochester June 16, 1 to 3 p.m. at St. Titus R.C. Church - Titan Hall, 952 Franklin Ave., Aliquippa June 20, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Midland Health and Wellness Center, 901 Midland Ave., Midland June 20, 1 to 3 p.m. at Hanover Volunteer Fire Dept. – Rt.18 Station. 2697 St. Rt. #18 - Hanover Twp., Hookstown June 21, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Bridgewater Presbyterian Church, 408 Bridge St., Bridgewater June 21, 4 to 7 p.m. at Chippewa Farmers Market, Intersection of Shenango and Darlington Roads, Chippewa United Methodist Church parking lot, Beaver Falls (Chippewa) June 25, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Beaver Farmers Market, Court House Parking lot, Beaver June 27, 4 to 7 p.m. at Beaver Falls Farmers Market, The Brodhead Apartments Parking Lot, 712 12th St., Beaver Falls
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June 28, 1 to 3 p.m. at Trinity School for Ministry, 311 Eleventh St., Ambridge
• Fish-for-Free Day allows any resident or non-resident to legally fish May 29 on Pennsylvania waterways with no fishing license required. All other fishing regulations apply.
June 29, 4 to 7 p.m. at Aliquippa Farmers Market, Brodhead Rd., Aliquippa
• This month we celebrate: May 1, Eastern Orthodox Easter; May 8, Mother’s Day; May 21, Armed Forces Day; May 30, Memorial Day.
July 5, 4 to 7 p.m. at New Brighton Farmers Market, Parking lot at Fifth Ave. and 12th St., New Brighton July 7, 4 to 7 p.m. at Ambridge Farmers Market, Park Road – across from St. Mary Byzantine Church, Ambridge Income eligibility is based on total household income: 1 person- $21,978, 2 persons- $29,637.
Keen-Age News . . . For Beaver County’s Active Seniors Beaver County Office on Aging Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition program Eligibility and Proxy Form Rights and Responsibilities I have been advised of my rights and obligations under the SFMNP. I certify that the information I have provided for my eligibility determination is correct, to the best of my knowledge. This certification form is being submitted in connection with the receipt of Federal assistance. Program officials may verify information on this form. I understand that intentionally making a false or misleading statement or intentionally misrepresenting, concealing, or withholding facts may result in paying the State agency, in cash, the value of the food benefits improperly issued to me and may subject me to civil or criminal prosecution under State and Federal law. Standards for eligibility and participation in the SFMNP are the same for everyone, regardless of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. I understand that I may appeal any decision made by the local agency regarding my eligibility for the SFMNP. Participant Name: ________________________________ (Person the checks are for)
Date: ________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________ Telephone Number: __________________________
Birthday: _____________ (month/year)
Income guidelines: $21,978 1 person in the household; $29,637 for 2 people in the household Please check the box of the most appropriate identifier for each. Ethnicity: Hispanic or Latino Not Hispanic or Latino Race: American Indian or Alaskan Native Asian Black or African American Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander White
Address: _______________________________________________________________ I hereby acknowledge with my signature that I am a Pennsylvania resident, I am 60 years or older and my household income is within the income guidelines for participation in SFMNP. Participants Signature ___________________________________(Person checks are for) Proxy Signature ____________________________________(Person picking up checks) Check numbers Received: ____________, ____________, ___________, __________ **The proxy must take this form to a distribution site in the county you reside. DO NOT MAIL
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May 2016 • Beaver County Senior News
Proxy Name: _____________________________________ (Person picking up the checks) Date: _________________
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The Beaver County Office on Aging
Serving you: Your financial gift allows the Beaver County Office on Aging to offer in-home services to frail older adults in their home—because home is where they want to stay. Your donation in any amount increases our ability to help care for our older adults in need.
---------------------------------------------------------Call the Beaver County Office on Aging at Donation Form (724) 847-2262 (local) or
Name:____________________________ (888) 548-2262 (long-distance) to request a donation form.
Address:__________________________
Thank you!
City/State/Zip:_____________________ Amount
Center at the Mall
___$10 ___$15 ___$25 ___$50
Center at the Mall (CATM), Beaver Valley Mall, Monaca, will offer the following activities:
______any other amount
2 Mother’s Day fashion show/lunch at 11:30 a.m. May 6. You may league make aatdonation in honor 2 Bunco 2 p.m. May 10. or memory of someone 2 Senior Day at the Mall at 10 a.m. May 11. 2 Birthday lunch with entertainment at 11:30 a.m. May 12. Dedication 2 Fit-a-thon at 9 a.m. May 14. 2 Game day and card club at noon May 16. ___in honor of ___in memory of 2 Hard Rock Casino day trip at 9 a.m. May 23. 2 1M/5K, walk/run at Brady’s Run park at 9 a.m. May 28. list name:__________________________ 2 Fourth of July picnic at John A. Antoline Park (formerly Park) at 10 a.m. June 30. May we printAllarie your dedication? 2 White Star Trip to Wildwood, NJ, September 18-22.
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___Yes ___No Visit centeratthemall.com for all programs, events and fitness center hours and class schedule. Call (724) May we print your name as a donor? 728-1422 to make reservations for upcoming events and programs. Follow the center on Facebook at ___Yes ___No facebook.com/CenterattheMall. BCSN Make your donation payable to: Beaver County Office on Aging
Senior center menus Mailthe to:following Beaver County on for Aging Call seniorOffice centers menu information Attn: Planning Department and reservations:th Aliquippa (724) 857-9989; Baden (724) 1020 8 Ave. 869-4224; Center the Mall (724) 728-1422; New Brighton BeaveratFalls, PA 15010 (724) 846-1959; Midland (724) 869-4224. BCSN A donation was made by Gilda DeFerrari .
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• “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. Phone: (724) 847-2262 (Local) (888) 548-2262 (Long Distance) TDD (724) 728-5700 Website: www.beavercountypa.gov/office-aging
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 held from 10 a.m. to noon May 11 in the Sears corridor of the Beaver Valley Mall. Read Beaver County Senior News for more information. Call (724) 847-2262 for information.
Keen-Age News . . . For Beaver County’s Active Seniors Beaver County Office on Aging
Beaver County Needs Assessment Survey for Older Adults
1. How many years have you lived in Beaver County? __________
10. How would you rate your health? ________________________
2. Where do you live? _____________________________________
11. The best way for me to learn about new and current aging programs and services is from: (check all that apply) ___At Senior Community Centers ___Beaver County Senior News ___Facebook/Twitter postings ___Search on the Internet ___Senior Day event held monthly ___Calling 211 information ___The Beaver County Office on Aging ___The Beaver County Times ___Other (please specify) ______________________
3. What is your age group? ___Under 50___50-59___60-69___70-79___80-89___90-99___100 + 4. What is your sex? ___Male___Female 5. What is your race? ___White___Black___Hispanic ___Other (please specify) __________________ 6. Marital status? ______________________ 6a. If SINGLE, what is your 2016 income (include social security and pension)? ___Less than $990 per month ___Between $991 - $1,830 per month ___More than $1,831 per month 6b. If MARRIED, what is your 2016 income (include social security and pension)? ___Less than $1,335 per month ___Between $1,336 - $2,468 per month ___More than $2,469 per month 7. Who do you live with? (check all that apply) ___By myself ___With my son or daughter ___With my spouse ___With my grandchildren ___Other (please specify) ____________________________________ 8. What is your current living situation? I live in a... ___Apartment ___Condominium/patio home ___House (NO steps) ___House with steps ___Personal Care home ___Nursing home ___Other (please specify)__________________________ 8a. Do you know anyone who is homeless? ___Yes___No 9. Do you know anyone in Beaver County who is in a Nursing Home but would like to move back into the community? ___Yes___No 9a. If YES, what is preventing that person from leaving the nursing facility? (check all that apply) ___Gave up house/apartment before entering the nursing home ___Lack of family support ___Physical barrier (such as need for a ramp or stair glide to make home accessible) ___Need for intensive medical attention ___Other (please specify) __________________________
12. Do you need help with any of the following BEAVER COUNTY OFFICE ON AGING services now or in the future? (check all that apply) ___Financial help purchasing supplies or equipment such as diapers or a shower chair ___Financial help securing a personal alarm in case of emergency ___Grocery shopping and errands ___Help resolving issues and advocacy for yourself or others in a nursing or personal care facility ___Home repairs ___House cleaning and laundry ___Information on how to help someone you believe is being abused or neglected ___Meals delivered to your home ___Medicare insurance counseling ___Reimbursement for services or supplies you purchased to keep the person you are caring for at home ___Respite or adult day care to help the person you are caring for age 60 and over, or for someone with disabilities age 18-59 years of age ___Showering or bathing ___Transportation ___Do not need help with anything listed above 12a. How can the BEAVER COUNTY OFFICE ON AGING improve the quality of services to better serve older adults in the community? __________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ 13. Are you concerned that income and assets may disqualify you from receiving service for aging programs (including BCOA services)? ___Yes___No 14. Are you satisfied with the Beaver County DART or bus service (public transportation) system? ___Yes___No If NO, how can it be improved?______________________________ __________________________________________________________
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May 2016 • Beaver County Senior News
Your responses will assist the Beaver County Office on Aging in assessing the needs of older adults in Beaver County and planning for essential supports to help them remain in the living environment of their choice as long as possible. Please return the survey by May 20 to: Beaver County Office on Aging, 1020 8th Ave., Beaver Falls, PA 15010. You may drop off the survey at our Senior Community Centers at Center at the Mall, or Circle of Friends in Baden, New Brighton, Aliquippa and Midland. Also, the survey is available on-line at surveymonkey.com/r/727TRKG.
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Beaver County Office on Aging
15. What other things do you need help with now or in the future? (check all that apply) ___Financial planning ___Finding employment/ job training ___Friendly visitor ___Grab bars, handrails, ramp, stair lift for your home ___Grass cutting or snow removal ___Help dealing with depression or anxiety for you or someone in your care ___Help paying for dental/ vision/ hearing aids ___Help paying utility bills ___Help with alcohol or drug addiction ___Help with odd jobs (such as changing batteries in smoke detectors, putting in air conditioners in the summer, adding salt to a water softener, changing furnace filters) ___Help with using a computer/ smart phone ___Information on maintaining your health ___Legal assistance ___Managing your finances ___Moving out of your home/ downsizing ___Someone to call or check up on you ___Tips for not falling ___Getting paid to care for someone age 60 and over or for someone with disabilities age 18-59 years of age ___Other (please specify) ______________________ 16. If you needed help, do you have any family supports that live near you? ___Yes___No
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17. If you have visited CENTER AT THE MALL at the Beaver Valley Mall, what do you like to do there? (check all that apply) ___Art show/ Art classes ___Attend Senior Day ___Attend special events such as Black Tie Bingo, Spaghetti Dinners, 5 K Run ___Attend “Eating right” presentations ___Attend “lunch and learns” ___Bingo/Special Bingos ___Card club parties ___Crochet or knitting club ___Go on casino trips ___Go on overnight trips ___Have lunch with friends ___Lift weights ___Massage therapy ___Participate on committees for planning special events ___Physical therapy ___Play pool/ participate in pool tournaments ___Socialize and be around people ___Take dance lessons such as ballroom and line dancing ___There is nothing available that interests me ___Volunteer my time and talents ___Walk or run on the treadmills, use elliptical, bikes ___Walk the mall ___Yoga, cardio sculpt, Silver Sneakers classic ___I have never been to Center at the Mall
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17a. What are your ideas for improvement at Center at the Mall? __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ 18. If you are of retirement age, what is the reason you are still working? ___I gamble at the casino ___I am supporting my children/grandchildren ___I need health insurance ___I am choosing to work because I like my job and it gives me purpose ___I have too many expenses that include: ____________________ __________________________________________________________ 19. Have you visited “Circle of Friends” Senior Centers? Which Sites? ___Baden Community Center ___New Brighton Community Center ___Aliquippa Satellite Site ___Midland Satellite Site Tell us what you like the most there __________________________ __________________________________________________________ 20. What other activities, obligations, clubs and/ or hobbies do you have? (check all that apply) ___Attend church events, functions, bible study ___Book club member / Like to read ___Choir member ___Coaching ___Cooking/ baking ___Gardening at home ___Golf/ bowling ___Master gardening ___Private club/ organization ___Student (take classes at CCBC) ___Watch my grandchildren ___YMCA Member ___Other (please specify club/organization if selected) _________ __________________________________________________________ 21. Do you use any of the following: computer, IPAD, tablet, smart phone? ___Yes___No 22. Do you have a major illness or disability? ___No___Yes If Yes, explain: __________________________________________ 23. Please add any additional comments: __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________
Center at the Mall
Senior center and therapy services at Beaver Valley Mall.
VNA, Western Pennsylvania Home Care & Hospice programs
Lutheran Service Society
Meals on Wheels, Senior Centers, HUD housing.
LIFE Beaver County
Living Independence for the Elderly in partnership with Heritage Valley Health System.
SilverSmart Technology TM
Technology assistance for seniors, including home assessments, hotline for questions, catalogue of devices and technology tips.
Valley Care Adult Day Center
Adult day center services in Ambridge and Moon Township.
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Entertainments and Events * A Hamilton-Gibson Choir performance will take place at 7 p.m. May 5 at Old Economy Village, Feast Hall, 270 16th St., Ambridge. Admission is free. Call (724) 266-4500, ext. 101 or visit oldeconomyvillage.org. * The 5th annual Old Economy Village Garden Mart will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 7 at Old Economy Village, 270 16th St., Ambridge. Shop for your plants and other garden related treasures. Call (724) 266-4500, ext. 101 or visit oldeconomyvillage.org. * The HEROES Project will take place at 7:30 p.m. May 6 and at 2 p.m. May 7 at Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center, One Lincoln Park, Midland. Sponsored by Henry Mancini Academy, this is an original stage production based on the lives and stories of local veterans written by the HMAA students and professional artists. Cost is $10. Call (724) 5764644 or visit manciniheroesproject.org.
* A Town Yard Sale is set to take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 14 on Third Street, Business District, Beaver. Several downtown businesses, residents and churches offer items at great sale prices. Be sure to visit all areas of town for the best deals. Merchants utilize this event to offer clearance items. Call (724) 8883820 or visit beaverareachamber.com.
May 21 at Little Beaver Cemetery, State Route 351, NW of Enon Valley. A costumed guide will share stories of several soldiers from the Revolutionary War to Desert Storm whom rest here. This will include stories about several Civil War veterans who never made it home, as well as WWI and WWII veterans who rest on foreign soil. Call Judy at (724) 336-5821.
* Beaver Falls Middle School, 1601 Eighth Ave., Beaver Falls, will host The McCartney Years at 7:30 p.m. May 17. Sponsored by Beaver Valley Community Concert Association, this authentic reproduction of the McCartney arena concert experience recaptures the excitement of the iconic Wing’s World Tour. Cost is $20 for adults and $5 for students. Call (724) 843-2941 or visit bvcommunityconcert.org.
* Come out to Air Heritage Aircraft Restoration Facility, 35 Piper St., Beaver Falls, between the hours of 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 26 to take a ride in a Ford Tri-Motor Aircraft designed by Henry Ford. These notable aircraft were flown by great aviators such as Charles Lindbergh and Amelia Earhart. Cost is $70 per person in advance; $75 on the field. Cost for children 17 and under is $50. Reserve your seat by calling (877) 9525395 or visit flytheford.org. Call (724) 843-2820 or visit airheritage.com for more information.
* Soldier Stories of the Little Beaver Cemetery will take place at 10 a.m.
BEAVER FALLS PLAZA
1008 Seventh Ave., Beaver Falls (724) 843-4822
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 May 2016 • Beaver County Senior News
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• 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
(800) 238-7555 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY
Entertainments and Events * A free bus trip for WWII and Korean War era veterans is scheduled for May 26 to visit the World War II National Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Arlington Cemetery, Iwo Jima Memorial and others time permitting. Leave early and return between 9 and 10 p.m. Box lunch type meals and beverages are provided. We want to fill every seat with a veteran, therefore we are unable to accommodate family, spouses or friends. In order to make these trips free for the veterans we accept donations. For reservations or information, call (724) 709-3614. * Beaver County parks officially open May 27 for the summer season. Parks include Bradys Run Park, Old Economy Park and Brush Creek Park. Call (724) 770-2060 or visit beavercountypa.gov. * A Beaver Memorial Day Parade and Program will take place May 30.
The parade will form at Third St, and Beaver St. and will begin at 10:30 a.m. All Veterans and active duty personnel are welcome to participate in the parade. Veterans should meet in front of the Beaver Municipal Building on Third St. no later than 10 a.m. The program will be held shortly after the parade at Receiving Chapel in Beaver Cemetery. Call (724) 728-3783. * The Hookstown Grange annual Memorial Day Car Cruise will take place from noon to 3 p.m. May 30 at Hookstown Fairgrounds, 1198 State Rt. 168, Hookstown. Dash plaques for the first 50 vehicles. Lunch will be served in the Grange Hall Cafeteria. Call (724) 573-9044. * The 17th Annual Darlington Days will be held June 3 to 5 in Downtown Darlington. Enjoy this weekend-long celebration highlighting the town of
Darlington. There will be a Friday night polo game and tailgate party. Other activities include live entertainment, kiddie amusement area, craft show, antique equipment, tractor pulls, yard sales, parade and fireworks. Food and refreshments will be sold. Local museums will be featured and there will be a car cruise Sunday. Call (724) 827-2132. * Aliquippa Elks #1221 will host a Golf Outing June 4 at Black Hawk Golf Course, 644 Blackhawk Rd., Beaver Falls. Benefits Aliquippa Elks Charities Fund and includes 18 holes with cart, gift bag of goodies, continental breakfast, cart delivering ice cold beverages throughout the day, hotdogs/kielbasa for lunch and dinner to end the day with 50/50 raffle and a Chinese auction. Four golfers per team, form your own or get placed on a team. Register by May 31. Call (724) 375-4611 or visit aliquippaelks.org. BCSN
At Elmcroft, we’re wholeheartedly committed to ensuring our residents have a safe, warm and caring place to live – a place where they can enjoy life and be themselves. Schedule a personal visit!
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