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Joanne Haduch participates in Citiparks’ Summer Senior Games.

Senior athletes add gold, silver and bronze to the fall colors More than 200 Allegheny County and City of Pittsburgh residents ages 60 and older participated in the 2015 Fall Senior Games, sponsored by the Citiparks’ Healthy Active Living Program. The games are held twice a year with spring and fall games throughout the Greater Pittsburgh area.

Congratulations to Rosemarie Wilczynski-Lawrenceville who was the

overall medal winner with 12 medals, including 11 gold and one bronze. Dee Stromberg –Mt. Washington was close on Rosemarie’s heels with 10 medals and Bob Baker-West End led the men’s division with 10 medals, as well. Phyllis Haduch-Mt. Washington, Jim Boyle-Mt Washington, and Milt Jones-Lawrenceville were also top medal winners with nine medals

each and Christel KrausseMorningside and Joanne Haduch-Southside both won eight medals. Betty Callio-Lawrenceville, Mary Szulborski-Morningside, and Ted Szoch-Brighton Heights also had strong showings with seven medals each, while Monna Baker-West End and Oscar Coffman-Sheraden, both earned six medals.

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Publisher’s Corner Volume 22, Number 7 Published monthly by Pittsburgh Senior News, Inc. P.O. Box 11126 Pittsburgh, PA 15237 (412) 367-2522 www.pittsburghseniornews.com pghseniornews@icloud.com

It’s getting to be that time of year: time to start preparing for colder months ahead.

The Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging offers helpful tips on page 13 for winterizing your home and saving on your energy bills.

Barbara Bush’s column on page 20 also offers information about saving on your heating bills. For a list of utility assistance programs, see page 16.

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VFW Post 914 West Mifflin veterans recount service on Guam 70 years ago Following his service on Guam, Birdy was transferred to the First Division, Sixth Marines, based in Tianjin, China. After leaving the Marines, he attended and graduated from Slippery Rock University. He worked at the Athletic Department of Carnegie Mellon University, and as director of the swimming pool at the St. Clair Country Club before retiring.

By Michael P. Mauer For Pittsburgh Senior News

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hen World War II veterans Earl Birdy and Andy Yatsko get together on the last Thursday of each month at the Thompson Run Athletic Association on Ball Avenue in West Mifflin for their Veterans of Foreign Wars meetings, they are keeping up a long tradition of being at the same place at the same time.

A tradition of more than 70 years, that is.

In 1945, both veterans were stationed on the small, western Pacific Ocean island of Guam in August 1945. Yatsko served there as a Navy Seabee with the 144th Naval Construction Battalion, while Birdy was attached to the Marine Third Amphibious Corps. Like many of their generation, both men were eager to come to the defense of their country.

Birdy joined the Marines at the age of 18, while Yatsko enlisted a week after his 17thbirthday.

Although the two Post 914 members arrived on Guam after most of the heavy fighting had ended, they weren’t exactly basking away on an island paradise. While the battle to take control of the key outpost had effectively ended by August, 1944, a number of Japanese soldiers refused to surrender and continued fighting.

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Members of West Mifflin Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 914 Intrepid Earl Birdy, Andy Yatsko and James W. Leerberg. All three men served on the island of Guam in 1945 during World War II.

Yatsko served in both the active Navy and the reserves until he was honorably discharged in 1954. He worked for National Biscuit Company as a warehouse foreman for nearly 50 years before retiring in 1993.

West Mifflin Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 914 Intrepid Life Member and former Seabee Andy Yatsko on the island of Guam in 1945.

Both men are long-time residents of the Mon Valley and each raised their families there. Birdy and his wife, Shirley, recently celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary in July. They met while attending Slippery Rock University. Yatsko has been married to his spouse, Anna Mae, since 1947.

Yatsko and Birdy each serve as officers in VFW Post 914. The former Seabee functions as both the Distressed Comrades Committee Chairman and Advocate General, while Birdy is a Post Trustee. Despite their ages, each takes his duties with the VFW seriously and both are rarely absent from meetings.

In December 1945, three Marines were ambushed and killed, and other hostile fire incidents occurred for years after the Japanese formally signed a peace treaty to end World War II. The last Japanese soldier to surrender on Guam—Sgt. Shoichi Yokoi—did not turn himself in to American authorities until 1972.

“We were charged with going on patrol and coaxing out as many Japanese who were hiding on Guam as possible,” said Birdy. “Most were very cooperative.

We’d put them on transports and help them back to Japan.”

As a Seabee, Yatsko worked on Guam as a metal smith and a welder, helping repair buildings and vehicles. He has fond memories of his year-long tour there. “What I remember most are the guys that I worked with,” he said. “We had a very good outfit.”

The two West Mifflin veterans who served on Guam in 1945 used to be a trio. Former Post member James W. Leerberg was stationed on the island at the same time as a captain in the Army Corps of Engineers. He died at the age of 95 this past August. PSN United States Marine and West Mifflin Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 914 Intrepid Life Member Earl Birdy in 1945.

For more information about VFW Post 914 and its activities, call Commander Jake Bradich at (412) 464-9838.

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The importance of mammograms: How preventive screenings can help save your life • They feel their monthly self-breast exams and/or check-ups with their doctor are good enough.

By Gateway HealthSM For Pittsburgh Senior News

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id you know your chances of getting breast cancer increase with every birthday? The misconception is that many older women think their risk goes down if they live beyond age 65. Some older women attribute this to the fact that they are well beyond their child-rearing years, past menopause and have survived other age-related diseases. In actuality, their risk of breast cancer increases. According to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, the highest incidence of diagnosing breast cancer in the United States begins in women age 70 and older.

Why does risk increase with age? As people age, they experience more genetic ‘cell’ breakdowns. The more your cells break down, the greater your chances for disease. When we’re younger, our cells are better able to self-repair.

It is also widely known in medical studies that many older women are often under-diagnosed and undertreated when it comes to breast cancer.

As a result, this works against their overall survival if they get breast cancer. But there is hope.

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Because of improvements in education, preventive screenings and treatment, the chance that a woman will die of breast cancer is decreasing. By educating yourself about breast cancer and its causes, being aware of your family history, protecting yourself through preventive screenings and living a healthy life, you will have a greater chance of defeating cancer if diagnosed.

Why Mammograms are Important for Older Women According to the American Cancer Society, about one in eight women will develop breast cancer during

• They do not need to get one since their doctor did not recommend one. their lifetime. While the hormone estrogen plays a big role, there is no known direct cause of breast cancer.

However, there are certain factors that may increase your chances of getting it: • You have had breast cancer in the past.

• Your mother, sister or daughter has had breast cancer.

• You are over 50 years of age.

• You started getting a monthly period before age 12.

• You finished menopause after age 55.

• You have been taking hormones (birth control pills or hormone pills) for a long period of time.

• You drink alcohol in excess.

• You never had children.

If you are a woman who is age 65 or older, please get screened for breast cancer.

The very best way to find breast cancer early is by getting a mammogram.

A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast that can pick up about 40 percent of cancers that are too small to detect by touch. Mammograms can detect cancer early – before even you or your doctor can feel it or you experience any symptoms. Studies show that when breast cancer is found early through preventive screenings like mammograms, there is a greater chance of survival.

Despite the benefits of mammograms, many women feel they do not need them. They use excuses like: • There is no history of breast cancer in their family.

• They do not experience any lumps or symptoms.

Regardless if you find lumps in your breasts or not, all women age 65 and older should get a mammogram every one to two years. Women with a family history of breast cancer should talk with their doctor about getting checked before age 40 and more often, so remind your daughters and granddaughters, too.

The Power of Prevention Prevention is a woman’s greatest protection against breast cancer. To monitor breast health, women 65 and older should follow these steps: • Complete a self-breast exam every month. Make sure to ask your doctor how to do this and what changes to look for in your body.

• Get a mammogram every one to two years. Mammograms can save a woman’s life by finding cancer early.

Make sure to talk to your doctor about mammograms and other preventive screenings.

• Visit your primary care physician (PCP) to get regular clinical exams and yearly physicals.

Remember, you have the power to take control of your health. Be proactive. Take preventive measures.

Detect a problem before it becomes a bigger issue.

Start the conversation with your doctor. Bring a family member, caregiver or trusted friend with you to the doctor. Don’t be afraid to ask questions or advice. By taking preventive measures, you can get early treatment if a problem is detected and save your life.

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Senior athletes add gold, silver and bronze to the fall colors Continued from page 1

Medal winner Paul W. Kodman Jr of Squirrel Hill goes for a hole-in-one.

Winner Rosemary Wilczynski of Lawrenceville tees off.

Games participant Jim Boyle.

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Christel Krausse of Morningside received a second place medal.

Phyllis Haduch gets assistance from Citiparks employees David Washington, Noreen O’Malley and John Clancy.

Games participant Milton Jones.

Oscar Coffman in the kayak competition, which is new to the Games this year.

Bill Carey earned a gold medal for his performance.

Photos by Chuck LeClaire for Pittsburgh Senior News

Dolores Stromberg crosses the finish line.

Other top medal winners were Joan Eisenbarth-Southside, Giovanna Palmieri-Greenfield, James Weaver-Sheraden, Francis Grassel-West End, Chuck Gilbert-Hazelwood, Ellen MitchellWest End and George Williams-Hazelwood, all with five medals won; and William “Ernie” Ernharth-Sheraden, Jenny Thompson-Homewood, John Werthman-Greenfield, Nalda Millender-Northview Heights and Richard Ritter-South Hills all earned four medals each.

Games competitor Barbara Coffman.

walk-a-thon, the highest overall scored team wins the Citiparks’ Pentathlon Trophy for their center and will compete to defend their title at next year’s games. The winning team at this year’s Fall Senior Games were the team of Rosemarie Wilczynski, Phyllis Haduch, Dee Stromberg and Jim Boyle.

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Thirteen events were held over a two week period, including archery, basketball, bicycling, nine-pin no tap bowling at princess lanes, bocce, darts, nine-hole golf at schenley park, horseshoes, Kooshball, shuffleboard, Wii bowling—and new this year was kayaking, which was held at the Schenley Park Public Pool with kayaks and lessons provided by Venture Outdoors.

The team pentathlon was also held this year, which consists of teams of four participating in tailgate toss, darts, basketball shoot, hockey shoot-out, and

There were 12 triple medalists this year in the Fall Games, consisting of Albert Cross-Southside, Rosemary Arnold-West End, Rita ErnharthSheraden, Betty Berrillo-Morningside, Leon McCray-McKinley Park, Charlie Seay, Jr.-Homewood, William CareyGreenfield, Patricia Toney-Southside, Fannie Bates-Homewood, Marian Allen-Homewood, Rudy BocchicchioLawrenceville and Barbara CoffmanSheraden. Meanwhile, there were 15 double medalists including Rose Eleazor-Elderberry Junction, Norberta Sobuta-Greenfield, Janice Carter-Sheraden, Carolyn Flowers-Homewood, Janet LaPlace-Southside, Frances Sokol-Southside, Helen Dennis-Sheraden, Walt Peterson-Southside, Mary ReithMorningside, Xiu Lin Zhao-Greenfield, Elizabeth Chambers-Hazelwood, Jack Murphy-Hazelwood, David Noel-Elderberry Junction, Mary Ellen Purnell-Lawrenceville, and Jo Alice Snow-Galloway-Morningside.

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Senior athletes add gold, silver, and bronze to the fall colors Continued from page 9

Carolyn Flowers of Homewood.

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Congrats to all the single medal winners: Virginia Turba-Mt. Washington, Veronica Bench-Sheraden, Rich Bisiada-Ross Township, James Bruce-Mon Valley, Gretchen Bryant-Homewood, Laura Dicola-Elderberry Junction, Donald Gannon-Greenfield, Sarah Gorman-Elderberry Junction, Beverly Guyton-West End, Joseph Knorr-Sheraden, Susan Kocyan-Sheraden, Paul W. Kodman Jr.-Greenfield, Carleen Matthews-Homewood, Janet McConaha-Southside, Patricia McGovernLawrenceville, Tim Mitruski, Anean Pesante-Mon Valley, Paul Pfeuffer-Mt. Washington, Betty Rall-Lawrenceville, Marlene Zemler-Lawrenceville, Dorcas Byrnes-Lawrenceville,

Rosa Lee Coleman-Homewood, Carol Coultas-Mon Valley, Anna GallagherSheraden, Thomas Howard, Dora Jackson-Southside, Marianne LoeffelElderberry Junction, Albert MakarMon Valley, Marion Martin-Mon Valley, Mary Ann Merville-Sheraden, Helen Miller-Elderberry Junction, Anna Marie O’Brien-Lawrenceville, Miroslav Pecman-Seton, Lorraine Petro-Elderberry Junction, Gail Phillips-Elderberry Junction, Lois Walsh-Southside, Marlene ZirkleMon Valley, Grace Berard-Sheraden, Edwin Carlisle-Southside, Liz CookeLawrenceville, Kenneth Doerschner, Rosemarie Druga-Greenfield, John Gallagher-Sheraden, William Helterbran, Charles Kehren-Southside, Mary Ann Koett-Southside, Peggy LaPlaceSouthside, Tom LaPlace-Southside, Carol Malock-Mon Valley, Lupe Mangan-Greenfield, John Mazzarini-South Hills, Carrie McCray-McKinley Park, Barbara Robinson-Hazelwood, Yvonne Smith-Sheraden, Bonnie Stasko-Mon Valley, Ronald Thompson-Mon Valley, Myrna Trautvetter-Sheraden, and Kenneth Zirkle-Mon Valley.

This year, the Fall Games Awards Celebration was held at Riverview Park on October 8. All game participants were invited to attend a fun-filled day of mini-senior games events, entertainment and socialization. Doughnuts and coffee were provided for breakfast, and lunch was cook-out style consisting of

George Williams of Hazelwood. hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans and marble cake. Parks Director Jim Griffin and Deputy Director Jamie Beechey were on hand to award gold, silver, and bronze medals to the first, second and third place male and female athletes in the 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84 and 85+ age divisions. More than 350 medals were awarded.

Thanks to all of the talented senior athletes who participated in the Fall Games; see you all in 2016!

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Now is the best time to prepare for and stay warm during the winter months ahead

By Gina Mazza For Pittsburgh Senior News

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Whether you love to stay put at home or need to go out and about this winter, a little preparation is in order. The Allegheny County Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging offers the following useful tips for winterizing your home and saving on your energy bills, as well as staying safe while going out from now through spring.

Inside Your Home According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s Energy Star program, the average household spends more than $2,200 a year on energy bills; almost half of that goes toward heating and cooling. For this reason, little things like leaky windows, poorly insulated water heaters and clogged air filters can add up . . . and eat up your budget. Make your home as energy efficient as possible by following these steps: Inspect Your Heating System: Have a routine maintenance and inspection check done on your heating system to make sure it is in good working order. At least once a season, replace the air filter in your heating/cooling system. Your

heating system will work less hard, use less energy and last longer as a result. Make sure all heating vents are open and unblocked by furniture or other items so that air is evenly distributed through your home.

Seal Off Leaks: Weather-stripping is one of the easiest, cheapest and most effective ways to trim your energy bill. Most leaks around your windows, doors, baseboards and dryer vents can be easily detected by simply holding up a lit candle.

If it flickers, you’ve got a leak. A five-dollar tube of caulk will do the trick to seal any leaks. Add weatherstripping and caulk to any holes around window where heat might escape, and make sure doors seal properly. Place old throw rugs or towels across the bottoms of doors and windows to reduce drafts.

Program Your Thermostat: Set your thermostat at 65° and dress warmly. Use more blankets at night.

Consider upgrading your manual thermostat (if you have one) to a programmable one. The Energy Star program estimates that a programmable thermostat can save you about $180 a year in heating and cooling costs, which far outweighs the cost of a basic model that is less than $50. Once installed, set the thermostat to automatically lower the heat when you’re away from the house or asleep. It takes less energy to warm a cool home than to maintain a warm temperature all day long.

Seal Your Ducts: Age and time cause the seals around the ducts Continued on page 14

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t often seems like spring, summer and autumn fly by . . . then before we know it, winter is upon us. Yes, it’s getting to be that time of year again when we should to start preparing for the colder months ahead.

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Now is the best time to prepare for and stay warm during the winter months ahead Continued from page 13

in your attic and basement to deteriorate. According to the Energy Star program, up to 20 percent of the circulating air in your home is lost due to loose or faulty ducts.

Pick up a roll of HVAC foil tape and wrap the tape around the joints.

Any holes in your ductwork can be patched with a fiberglass weave then sealed them off with a waterbased mastic air duct sealant. The entire project should cost less than $50 in materials.

Install Storm Doors and Windows: If you own an older home, adding storm doors and windows can reduce heat loss by up to 50 percent. Purchase plastic window covering kits or interior storm window kits, and carefully follow instructions.

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Wrap the Water Heater: Lower the thermostat on your hot water heater to 115° F. If you touch your water heater and it feels hot, you’re losing energy. The solution is simple; buy a fiberglass and plastic insulating blanket for less than $25, which will basically pay for itself the first year.

It takes only half an hour to install it.

Insulate the Attic: Insulation keeps warm air in during the winter so your home stays cozy. The Energy Star program recommends 12 to 15 inches of insulation in the attic.

(To determine how many inches you have, check out the unfinished portion of your attic floor; if the

insulation is sitting below the floor joists, you should add more.) If you’re able to do this project yourself, the cost should be about $500 and it shouldn’t take longer than three or four hours to do this in an average-size home. Don’t forget to insulate your attic hatch or door to prevent warm air from escaping out the top of your house.

Close the Fireplace Damper: When you don’t have a fire burning in your fireplace, remember to close the damper. If not, your chimney will essentially become a slow, steady vacuum that sucks warm air out of the room and creates a draft.

Replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs: Fluorescent bulbs are more energy-efficient and last longer than traditional light bulbs.

Get an energy audit: ACTION-Housing offers a free Weatherization Assistance Program for low-income households to help homeowners lower their fuel bills by lowering their fuel consumption. To see if you qualify, City of Pittsburgh residents may call (412) 227-5700, ext. 3998; Allegheny County residents should call (412) 227-3700, ext. 2053; or visit www.actionhousing.org.

More ways to be prepared for a winter emergency and stay safe in your home: Check detectors and space heaters: Check your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors to be sure they are in working order. If you are using a space heater, keep it at least three feet from furniture and draperies. Heaters that use liquid fuel, if faulty, may cause carbon monoxide poisoning.

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Prepare an emergency kit.

Have a three-day emergency supply of easily opened canned food, bottled water and other supplies to keep you comfortable and safe.

Keep on hand a battery powered radio, clock and lighting (flashlight, lantern), manual can opener, blankets or sleeping bags, emergency supplies of your prescription drugs, heavy clothes, socks and warm shoes, a first-aid kit and personal hygiene items.

Use technology: If you have a computer with Internet access, use it to keep track of weather and emergency service notices on websites of your local community government, television stations and Allegheny County (www.alleghenycounty.us). The American Red Cross website (www. redcross.org) is also one of the best sources for personal emergency preparedness advice.

Out in Your Neighborhood Before venturing out, prepare for—and even prevent— a winter emergency with the following suggestions.

Gather the right tools and supplies. Have snow removal supplies available in case you have to dig out. Keep a bag of rock salt,

a snow shovel and ice scraper in your house.

Bundle up. If you go out, cover all exposed areas. Wear warm footwear and dress in layers. Wear a hat and gloves and cover your mouth to avoid getting cold air in your lungs.

Take care with your cane. Replace rubber tips on canes, walkers, and crutches. Home healthcare stores sell “ice picks” that fit on the ends of canes and walkers to provide extra traction.

Let loved ones know where you are. Reach out to family, friends and neighbors on a regular basis so that they know when you will be leaving the house and where you are going.

For further assistance or more information, call SeniorLine at (412) 350-5460. PSN

Take good care of yourself during cold winter weather with these tips: Eat well. Nutritious, healthy meal choices for colder weather are vegetable-laden stews and soups made with reduced sodium broths.

Soups will not only warm you up on a cold day, they also provide the body with beneficial nutrients.

Drink enough fluids. It is also important to make sure you are drinking at least six to eight glasses of liquid a day, especially in dry, cold weather.

Drinking plenty of water can help you avoid dehydration and prevent dry skin problems. Limit your alcohol intake because alcohol speeds up the loss of body heat.

Get proper rest. Fatigue can make you more vulnerable to subnormal heat and cold.

Getting the Help You Need Should you need help with matters related to emergency preparedness and winterizing your home, feel free to call SeniorLine at (412) 350-5460. The Allegheny County Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging can assist you.

If you are in the Allegheny County Options Care Management Program, you can rely on your care managers to do the following: • They will have a conversation with you about the condition of your furnace and your utility bill last winters, and inquire if you have any needs in this regard.

• They will do a visual check of your environment to see if there are any concerns.

• Options Care Management agencies have sufficient available space heaters, emergency weather boxes in case there is an emergency situation.

• They can review your emergency plan, especially for handling adverse weather.

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Keep a list of emergency contact numbers. Have the phone numbers of your local police, fire and emergency medical service next to your phone, as well as phone numbers of neighbors who can help with shoveling snow or picking up groceries and prescription drugs.

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LIHEAP and other programs provide utility assistance to Allegheny County residents

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here’s nothing quite as comforting as knowing you are warm and cozy in your home—especially when it’s cold outside. Having access to home utilities is vital but since many older adults are on a limited monthly budget, keeping the

cost of utilities as low as possible is always a concern.

If you are in need of assistance with your heating bill, help is available. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and other programs provide crisis

assistance for cold weather emergencies such as termination notices, service restoration, emergency repairs to heating systems and delivery of heating fuel. Below is a chart that lists all of the available programs in our area for which you may qualify, as well as a list of electric/gas providers. PSN

UTILITIES ASSISTANCE PA American Water H2O Help to Others Program

TELEPHONE ASSISTANCE

WEATHERIZATION

Allegheny County Weatherization: 412-227-3700

COMPANY & PHONE

PA American Water Company H2O Help to Others 1-888-282-6816

Federally funded program administered by PA Community Economic Development designed to assist low-income households to lower fuel Assurance Wireless: 1-800-395-2108 bills by lowering fuel consumption. Provides weather-stripping and insulation assistance.

Lifeline: 1-800-692-7380/1-888(Does not include furnace checks) 225-5322 Safe Link Wireless: 1-800-723-3546

Duquesne Light Whole House Energy Audit Program: 1-844-260-0999.

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ELIGIBILITY

Available to Pennsylvania American Water water and wastewater customers who meet the criteria: ♦ Meet income guidelines: 200% of FPIG (Federal Poverty Income Guidelines). ♦ Make sincere effort to pay the bill. ♦ Complete the application. ♦ For residential households only. ♦ Must reside in the home.

APPLICATION DATES

H20 Grant Program-opens October 1, 2015 for people who have a shut off notice or services are shut off.

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May qualify for discount on monthly service fee.

Referral to Conservation Consultants Conservation Consultants talk with customer and gives water saving tips The customer is sent a water saving kit that can include a high efficiency shower head, faucet aerator or a toilet tummy.

♦ Must participate in assistance programs. ♦ Meet income guidelines: 135% of the Federal Poverty Income Guidelines.

Please note: Some companies will provide special rates to those eligible. Check with your telephone provider.

Ongoing

Safe Link Wireless - Provides cell phones and 250 free minutes. www.safelink.com Assurance Wireless Provides cell phones and 250 free minutes. www.assurancewirless.com Lifeline Benefit - Reduces the cost of monthly telephone service ~9.50/mo. for either; landline or wireless phone www.lifelinesupport.org or www.puc.pa.gov (PA Public Utility Commission).

♦ Meet income guidelines ♦ Complete application ♦ Live in an area covered by the program. ♦ Information at www.actionhousing.org; “Weatherization Tab.”

Ongoing LIURP (Low Income Usage Reduction Program) All utilities regulated by the PUC are mandated to assist low-income households lower their fuel bills by lowering fuel consumption through Weatherization programs: Contact the Universal Services Program for that utility for information and assistance; telephone numbers are on the reverse side of this page.

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UTILITIES ASSISTANCE

Columbia Gas Peoples Natural Gas West Penn Power Duquesne Light Fuel Oil Companies

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ELIGIBILITY ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦

APPLICATIO N DATES And Terms

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DOLLAR ENERGY FUND

Columbia Gas Peoples Natural Gas West Penn Power Duquesne Light Fuel Oil Companies

150% of Federal Poverty Income Guideline.

Documentation of responsibility to pay heating costs.

Proof of household members and social security numbers.

Can apply for ONE cash benefit and ONE crisis benefit.

New: 30 day lookback for income. Supplemental payment of $70 per household with vulnerable individual (60+, 5 or younger, disabled).

Client renting a room in a residence can apply as long as not part of a family.

CALL CAO for Repair/Replacement of heating system.

Put need for weatherization including insulation on appl.

Must have responsibility for their main heat source as part of a rental; Crisis=responsibility for main or secondary heat source.

LIHEAP Opens: November 2, 2015 Closing Date: April 1, 2016 Apply at the CAO or www.compass.state.pa.us

Crisis Opens: November 2, 2015 Closing Date: April 1,2016 - Apply at CAO or www.compass.state.pa.us

There is $1,000 maximum grant amount, and $100 minimum grant. Subsidized housing tenants whose rent is based on a percentage of their income and who do not pay for their heating source are not eligible. *Amount Given based on fuel type.

$500 is maximum grant, $25 is the minimum grant, for utility service disruption due to lack of payment or unsafe condition; shutoff, out of fuel or less than 15% remaining) May help in the repair of heating systems or gas lines. May also be used for heating oil. *Amount Given based on fuel type.

UNIVERSAL SERVICE PROGRAMS

1-888-282-6816 Use Agency Finder www.dollarenergy.org to find authorized intake organizations

LIHEAP Hotline 412-562-0330/412-770-3677 1-866-857-7095/ 1-877-395-8930 Alle Kiski District LIHEAP Office 724-339-6800

PHONE

COMPANY

LIHEAP II CRISIS PROGRAM

Columbia Gas (except CAP customers) Valley Energy Citizens Electric Peoples Natural Gas (Peoples/Equitable Division, People TWP) Duquesne Light First Energy (West Penn Power, Met-Ed, Penelec, Penn Power).

Wellsboro Electric PA American Water

FIRST ENERGY: 1-800-545-7741 West Penn Power: 1-800-207-1250 Penn Power: 1-800-7203600 Met-Ed/Penelec: Duquesne Light: 1-888-393-7600

♦ Gross income less than 200% of the Federal

Columbia: 1-800-537-7431

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Peoples Natural Gas: (Including Peoples/Equitable Division and Peoples TWP) 1-800-490-9276

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Poverty Income Guidelines, except for First Energy companies (W. Penn Power and Penn Power 250% Poverty Income Guidelines).

Fill out an application.

Must apply to LIHEAP or Crisis, if possible.

Sincere effort of payment must be shown: $150, or $100 if 62+, unless on CAP. Furnish Social Security numbers and birthdates of all residing in apartment or house.

Must have balance of $100+ on account to apply Exceptions exist for ‘extreme hardship’

Services Shut-off or Threat of Termination: Applicants can only receive one grant per year per utility during program year starting October 1, 2015 - On March 1, 2016, if funds remain, others without termination threat or shutoff can apply.

Funding may change without notice: call the company for details.

Consumers must have paid a minimum amount on the account in the last 90 days. Applicants must apply for LIHEAP & CRISIS first and meet the income guidelines.

Maximum Grant $500. Reconnect fee or deposit must be paid by customer prior to application.

CARES representative help customers experiencing a temporary hardship by assisting with referrals for: § Energy grants § Customer Assistance Programs (CAP) = Reduced budget amounts for qualifying individuals § Consumers must accept weatherization to receive CAP § CAP may allow arrearage forgiveness § Housing § Food Programs § Employment assistance § LIURP

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November Menu Monday, November 2: Boneless ribs, scalloped potatoes, cauliflower with red pepper, fruit cocktail.

Tuesday, November 3, Election Day: Chicken leg and thigh with, broccoli florets, brown rice pilaf, apple.

Wednesday, November 4: Chili, carroteenies, wheat macaroni, pineapple cuts.

Thursday, November 5: Tuna salad, potato salad, cucumbers in sour cream, tangerine.

Friday, November 6: Meatloaf, horseradish whipped potatoes, sliced beets, sliced pears.

Monday, November 9: Baked cod, cabbage and noodles, hot baby carrots, fruit cocktail.

Tuesday, November 10: Turkey, whipped squash, creole green beans, mandarin oranges and pineapple cuts.

Wednesday, November 11, Veteran’s Day: Rigatoni, mixed greens salad, grapes.

Thursday, November 12: Chicken dinner salad, coleslaw, apple.

Friday, November 13, Birthday menu: Stuffed pepper, whipped potatoes, mixed vegetables, ginger bread.

Monday, November 16: Pork loin, garlic whipped potatoes, mixed vegetables, sliced peaches.

Tuesday, November 17: Chicken salad, Mexi-corn, coleslaw.

Wednesday, November 18, Holiday menu: Turkey, ciderglazed yams, Italian green beans, stuffing, pumpkin pie.

Thursday, November 19: Baked cod, beet slices, cheese tortellini, orange.

Friday, November 20: Salisbury steak, scalloped potatoes, broccoli and cauliflower florets, banana.

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Monday, November 23: Barbecue shredded beef sandwich, parsley potatoes, green and wax beans, pineapple tidbits.

Tuesday, November 24: Chicken leg and thigh, garlic whipped potatoes, broccoli florets, applesauce.

Wednesday, November 25: Penne with meat sauce, tossed salad, wheat pasta, orange.

Thursday, November 26, Thanksgiving Day: Closed.

Friday, November 27: Baked cod, macaroni and cheese, stewed tomatoes, apple.

Monday, November 30: Boneless pork, scalloped potatoes, mixed vegetables, mandarin oranges and pineapple cuts.

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 Mildred E. Morrison, 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 www.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

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Learn how to save money on your utilities at AARP lunch forum

By Barbara Bush For Pittsburgh Senior News Residents of Allegheny County and our surrounding areas are about to have an opportunity to learn how to “cut the bite” on various utility costs— namely, electric, gas and telephone bills, which are a huge portion of a retiree’s income.

A free forum sponsored by AARP will be presented from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, November 20 at the Comfort Inn on Rodi Road to answer

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the many questions that arise due to the fluctuating costs of utility companies in our area.

Former Pennsylvania consumer advocate and current AARP executive council volunteer Sonny Popowsky will share money-saving tips and help us compare utility prices.

AARP is treating attendees to a delicious light luncheon. The event is free but registration is required. To reserve your spot, call (877) 926-8300 or sign up at https://aarp.cvent.com/ AARPPAUtilities.

Free movie screening: “The Theory of Everything” A free screening of “The Theory of Everything” is being offered at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, November 18 at the Hollywood Theatre in Dormont. Register for

your free tickets online at https://aarp.cvent.com/ THEORY_Pittsburgh.

Allegheny County Team Meeting On Thursday, November 19 from 10 a. m. to noon, you are welcome to drop in on the Allegheny County Team Meeting at the Steel Valley Vocational Technical School, located at 565 Lewis Run Road in Jefferson Hills.

Volunteer opportunities Of course, you are always welcome to volunteer, as AARP Pennsylvania has many golden opportunities for you to serve others by giving your time, talent and expertise. For more information, email PAAARP@aarp. org or call (866) 389-5654.

Ethel Award winner We would be remiss if we didn’t congratulate AARP’s own Belinda Johns on receiving the Ethel Award for Inclusive and Multi-cultural Community Engagement at the AARP Andrus Award Luncheon in October. Belinda is active in the AARP TaxAide Program. She serves as our Allegheny County representative to Ursuline Support Services, and participates in the Presents for Patients program, as well as holiday programs for the Veterans Hospital in Oakland and Kane facilities. Kudos to you, Belinda, on a well-deserved award earned by your multi-talented, multi-cultural volunteerism! PSN

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Bauerstown AARP #2490 meets at noon on the second Tuesday of each month at Bauerstown Fire Hall, 15 Wible Run Rd., entrance in rear. All area seniors are welcome to visit and consider becoming a member.

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.

Dormont AARP #3016 will meet at 1:30 p.m. November 12 at Wallace Memorial U.P. Church, 1146 Greentree Rd., Greentree. The annual fall potluck dinner will be held following the meeting. Dinner is for current members only. Deadline for dinner is November 1.

Perrymont AARP Chapter #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.

Kennedy AARP Chapter #2203 would like to invite seniors 55 and older to

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Whitehall AARP Chapter #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 month. All are welcome. Call (412) 881-1726. PSN

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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. New members and visitors are welcome. Call (412) 242-0330.

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Entertainment and Events 2 The Christy House, corner of Frederick and Walnut Streets in Sewickley, will once again be offering Friday lunches in the lunch room, featuring a choice of two homemade soups, salad, bread and a choice of beverages. A children’s menu is also available and lunches are available for take out. Menus change weekly and are posted outside the house, as well as at www.ststephenschurch.net/christyhouse. Suggested donation for lunch is $10 for adults and $5 for children. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling (412) 741-5960 between 9:30 a.m. and noon on Fridays.

2 The Christ Child Society of Pittsburgh will hold a benefit Red Wagon Fare at 10 a.m. November 7 at Pittsburgh Field Club, Fox Chapel. The day includes lunch, raffles, auctions, and other activities, all of which support the goal of CCS that “Nothing is ever too much to do for a child.”

CCS provides layettes to hospitals for

2 The third annual community craft fair will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

November 7 at at Parkwood Presbyterian Church, 4289 Mt. Royal Blvd., Allison Park. Free admission and refreshments in the Crafter’s Café, silent auction and 50/50 raffle. Visit www. parkwoodchurch.org for more information or a vendor application form.

2 Soup for the Soul Senior ’s Luncheon will be held at noon November 10 at Chabad of the South Hills, 1701 McFarland Rd., Mt. Lebanon. Join the group for good food, great company and a good time. $5 suggested

donation, wheelchair accessible. Call Barb at (412) 278-2658.

2 A Country Christmas and Victorian Charm trip is being offered November 14 for $94 per person. This tour combines the charm of a Victorian Christmas to Country Christmas fun at the Amish Country Theater combining explosive laughter, a bluegrass band and a ventriloquist. Call (412) 361-0285 for details.

2 The November Meeting of the Retired Men’s Luncheon Group of Pleasant Hills will feature choral groups from the Thomas Jefferson High School under the direction of Ms. Julie Lucci.

The meeting will be held at noon November 19 in the Fellowship Hall of the Pleasant Hills Community Presbyterian Church, located at the corner of Old Clairton Road and Audrey Drive in Pleasant Hills. Cost for the lunch is $7. Call (412) 655-2000. PSN

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ommunity and civic leaders recently joined leadership and representatives of Presbyterian SeniorCare and Presbyterian Senior Living for a building dedication ceremony. The group cut the ribbon signaling the transformation of the former Motherhouse of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth into a vibrant 42-apartment senior living complex. The new complex, called Mt. Nazareth Commons, is geared toward moderate to low-income adults ages 62 and older. It is located at 250 Nazareth Way in Ross Township.

Presbyterian SeniorCare, in a first time partnership with Presbyterian Senior Living, developed Mt. Nazareth Commons to answer a community need and desire for affordable senior housing with supportive services in the North Hills.

The apartments began filling up this summer and the property is currently at full occupancy, but is growing its wait list to accommodate eligible seniors as apartments become available in the future. The $8 million makeover was funded in large part by tax credit financing. PSN To learn more about Presbyterian SeniorCare, call (412) 8266080 or visit www.srcare.org.

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If you answered YES to both questions, you may be eligible to participate in a research study comparing the effects of exercise programs on patients with total knee replacement.

For more information, call 412-383-6762. Participants will be compensated for their time.

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Are you 60 years or older? Have you had a total knee replacement surgery within the past 2 to 4 months?

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Caring for the Caregiver A Q&A with Gallagher Home Health Services Q: How was Gallagher Home Health Services founded?

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 www.gallagherhhs.com.

Services

A Division of Gallagher Home Health Services

We’ll take care of you like family . . .

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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

• • • • •

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

Managing Lung Disease During the Holidays Phoebe Brown Staff Writer

The holiday season brings people together for many celebrations. However, for people with lung disease, the holidays can seem daunting. Between traveling, cooking and eating, someone could easily become fatigued, which could make breathing difficult. One way to avoid excessive exhaustion is to practice moderation when eating. While indulging in holiday festivities, practicing moderation can help people with lung disease enjoy the holidays and improve their overall quality of life.

Triggers such as air pollution, overexertion and overeating can cause flare-ups. While some triggers are uncontrollable, others are manageable. Staying inside when air quality is poor can help with lung function. Overeating or eating foods that cause gas or bloating can make breathing uncomfortable, so even during the holiday season, it is important to keep moderation in mind.

It might seem like common sense but taking time to enjoy good food and company at the table could help someone feel satisfied instead of overfull. Drinking plenty of non-caffeinated fluids can help control hunger and keep people hydrated. Eating smaller portions of foods, including desserts, could help reduce pressure, especially in someone who is short of breath. Extra pounds could cause extra heaviness and difficulty breathing.

For those suffering from debilitating lung diseases, options exist now to improve quality of life, such as diet and moderation. A clinic in the United States, the Lung Institute, states they have helped lung disease sufferers by offering an additional treatment option in the form of stem cell therapy.

Stem cell therapy is a minimally-invasive, outpatient treatment that harnesses the natural healing ability of the stem cells that already exist in the body. Stem cells are harvested from the patient’s own fat, blood or bone marrow, separated, and reintroduced into the body. Stem cells naturally fight infection and disease by repairing damaged tissue with new, healthy tissue. This is a slow process, but stem cell therapy has the potential to expedite the natural healing process for those with certain progressive diseases, such as lung diseases.

People with lung disease have various options to help them take their health into their own hands, such as using an alternative treatment like stem cell therapy along with diet and moderation. By controlling factors that exacerbate their symptoms, and by taking action to improve their lung function, people with lung disease can enjoy the holidays and improve their quality of life.

Sweet Potato Casserole Ingredients

2 lbs fresh sweet potatoes 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup evaporated low-fat milk 3 tablespoons melted butter 1/2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 2 large eggs cooking spray

Topping 2 tablespoons melted butter 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Preparation Preheat oven to 350°.

To prepare potatoes, place potatoes on a large baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes. Remove potatoes and cool 5 minutes then peel easily.

Place peeled potatoes in a large bowl. Using a mixer, beat at medium speed until smooth. Add granulated sugar, evaporated milk, 3 Tbs melted butter, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp nutmeg and 1 tsp vanilla. Add eggs and beat well. Coat a 13 x 9” baking pan with cooking spray and pour potato mixture into the pan. Bake 30 minutes.

To prepare topping, spoon flour into a dry measuring cup and level.

Combine flour, brown sugar, chopped pecans, 1/8 tsp salt and stir with a whisk. Stir in 2 Tbs melted butter. Remove casserole from oven and sprinkle flour mixture over potato mixture while preheating broiler.

Broil casserole 45 seconds or until topping is bubbly. Let stand 10 minutes.

Serve.

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Uptown Ebenezer Tower Apartments 420 Dinwiddie Street, Pgh, PA. 15219 62 Years or Older or Mobility Impaired • 1 Bedroom Apartments • W/W Carpet • Balcony • Card Entry Access Intercom TV System • Central Air and Heat • Utilities Included • Equipped Kitchen • Laundry Facilities on Each Floor • 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance • Public Transportation at Corner

Income Limits Apply 1 Person: $22,050 2 Persons: $25,200

(412) 391-9465

Lynn Williams Apartments 3710 Brighton Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15212

810 Wood St., Wilkinsburg Now accepting applications 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Monday thru Friday

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CALL: (412) 829-3910

based on income

Call (412) 734-4229

East Liberty -

Pennley Commons Senior Apartment Accepting Applications One bedroom, full appliances, W/W, A/C, off street parking Income limits apply Call (412) 362-2040 or stop by the Management office at 5601 Penn Avenue Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

Steelworkers Tower Elderly Hi-Rise

2639 Perrysville Avenue • Now accepting applications for efficiency and one-bedroom apartments • Eligibility: 62 years old or in need of features of an accessible unit • Section 8 certified • Equipped kitchen, W/W carpet, A/C, FREE laundry facilities, lounge area, community room and balconies.

• Equal Housing Opportunity

Call (412) 321-2460 steelworkers@ehdoc.org

HUD subsidized rent based on income

(412) 244-8180 and TTY 711 for Voice Relay

Come see all that we have to offer!

• HUD subsidized rent

Housing for Seniors (62 or older) or Mobility Impaired (18 or older)

1 Bedroom Apartments Now Accepting Applications • Elevator Building • On-Site Parking • On-Site Management

• Income limitations apply.

62 years of age and older.

Alexis Manor, Inc.

• One bedroom • Section 8 Certified Housing • 62 Years of Age or if disabled must be mobility or sensory impaired • On-site management • Central air and heat • Laundry facility • Balcony • Intercom system • Community room

RENT-ASSISTED HOUSING PERSONS AGE 62 or OLDER 1 bedroom apartments • equipped kitchen • A/C • community room • laundry room • and much more!

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

• Affordable housing for seniors

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Wood Towers Apartments

Mon.-Fri. 9 am to 5 pm EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

Milliones Manor Apartments

(724) 935-7411

• wall-to-wall carpet • individually controlled heat and AC • large storage areas • pantry • linen closet • an intercom system • emergency pull cord devices in every bedroom and bathroom • secured doors with spring locks & peep holes • Handicapped accessible

Lloyd McBride Court

IW Abel Place

62 years of age and older.

• HUD subsidized rent based on income

• Income restrictions apply.

• Income limitations apply.

• Section 8 vouchers and

Come see all that we have to offer!

Forest Hills Senior Apartments 2111 Ardmore Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15221 RENT ASSISTED HOUSING PERSONS AGED 62 OR OLDER 1 BEDROOM APARTMENTS

Equipped Kitchen, W/W Carpeting, A/C, Window Coverings, Community Room, Laundry Facility, Secure Intercom Access, Public Transportation, Walk-In Shower

Income Limits Apply 1 (800) 238-7555

Equal Housing Opportunity

Affordable housing for seniors age 62 and older or mobility impaired HUD subsidized onebedroom apartments

Call 412-563-6566 or visit

• Affordable housing for seniors

certifications accepted.

493 Castle Shannon Blvd.

Pittsburgh, PA 15234

1005 Herron Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15219 (412) 683-5850

Pittsburgh, PA 15219

For more details call (412) 681-6350

Mon.-Fri. 9 am to 5 pm EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

Each unit features

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

must be 62 years of age or older.

(412) 829-3910 or (800) 238-7555

62 years of age and older

2827 Bedford Avenue

• All household members

(Mt. Oliver)

RENT-ASSISTED HOUSING PERSONS AGE 62 or OLDER 1 bedroom apartments • equipped kitchen • A/C • community room • laundry room • and much more!

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS PLEASE CALL:

John Paul Plaza

614 Lincoln Ave. Millvale, PA 15209

for one and two bedroom units

ORMSBY MANOR APARTMENTS

Call (412) 821-4474

Tiffany Apartments 925 California Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15202

Lovely updated units.

1BR $650-670+e.

Includes central AC & heat.

Elevator, laundry, social room.

Parking garage available.

www.baptisthomes.org

Lawrenceville Now accepting applications for 1-bedroom apartments.

Eligibility: 62 years or older.

• HUD subsidized rent based on income • Equipped kitchen, w/w carpet, air conditioning, laundry facilities, and community room.

Call 412-687-7120 iwabel@ehdoc.org

Brinton Towers Apartments • One Bedroom and Large Efficiency Apartments • Wall to Wall Carpeting • Public Transportation at Door • Equipped Kitchen ‑ Frost-free Refrigerator • Community Room ‑ Lounge Areas ‑ Billiard Room • Laundry Facilities on Each Floor • Air Conditioning • Card Entry Access ‑ Intercom System • Lunch Program Available • Off Street Parking • Affordable Living ‑ Rent Based on Income • 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance Service • Hair Salon • Residents 55 plus or Disabled/Handicapped

412-242-0273 www.steiner-realty.com

Don’t wait, call today! (412) 824-9000 3000 Locust St., Pittsburgh, PA 15221 Hours: Mon-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Enjoy our library, a brand new,

common area,

Crossword Puzzle

Rivermont SENIOR APARTMENTS

answer on page 2

Move-in to Move-in to

outdoor courtyard

Rivermont SENIOR APARTMENTS

Open House/Luncheon every Wednesday. Call to RSVP.

Call (412) 422-6191 for more information.

Rivermont SENIOR APARTMENTS

HARRISON HI RISE Senior Apartments 2006 Broadview Blvd., Natrona Heights, PA 15065

Rent Assistance

Harrison Hi Rise is a Secure Apartment building conveniently located near shopping and public transportation.

Amenities Include: All Utilities

Community Room

Air Conditioning

Video Surveillance

Individual Balcony

Community Life Services

Laundry Facilities

Fitness Room

Call (724) 224-4571 for more information.

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DOWN 1 Half the ramifications 2 Medic 3 Colt’s pop 4 Take out of context?

5 Submachine gun 6 Cupid’s alias 7 Aquariums 8 Random drawings?

9 “– Lang Syne” 10 Capri, e.g.

11 Luminary 16 Meadow 20 Saturn model, 2003-07 21 100 percent 22 Press 23 Work unit 27 Filch 29 Big tent at an expo 30 Similar (to) 31 Rickey ingredient 33 Calendar box 35 Payable 38 Part of FWIW 40 Weak and unsteady 43 Stogie 45 Wire measure 46 Scolded, uncommonly 47 Raise 48 From the top 49 Palm starch 53 Ph. bk. data 54 “Sail – Ship of State!”

55 Actor Beatty

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ACROSS 1 Picks out of a lineup 4 Piece for two 8 Speaker’s place 12 “As if!”

13 Poet Pound 14 Expel 15 Green onion 17 Earthen pot 18 Shelter 19 One without snow tires?

21 “Ecce homo” sayer 24 Costa del – 25 Swiss canton 26 Blunder 28 Kathmandu’s land 32 Source 34 Deity 36 Munro’s pen name 37 Boredom 39 Wiretap 41 Energy 42 And so on (Abbr.)

44 White winter weasel 46 Auto’s body 50 Lubricate 51 Posterior 52 Bundle of nerves?

56 Furniture store name 57 Enthusiastic 58 Individual 59 Moist in the morn 60 Optimistic 61 Affirmative action

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Sorry About the “Mess”...

Clean up the “mess” by changing one letter at a time Figure out the correct word for each clue for a chance to win $30 cash.

1. Start out with the word “mess”. Change a letter to mean a flat-topped hill.

1. _____________

2. By changing a letter you will have a word meaning woven wire or thread.

2. _____________

3. You do this to make cooked potatoes less lumpy.

3. _____________

4. If you sold something, you would have this to put in your pocket.

4. _____________

5. These are the people who act in a play.

5. _____________

6. Change a letter and you’ll not be eating today.

6. _____________

7. People gather together for this kind of celebration.

7. _____________

8. Billiard tables are covered in this.

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9. _____________

10. Don’t do this to a dead horse.

10. ____________

To enter, mail your answers to Pittsburgh Senior News Contest, P.O. Box 11126, 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 Pittsburgh Senior News.

Name________________________________________________ Address______________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ Phone____________________________Age________________

Congratulations to Wilma Bihler who won last month’s contest. The answers were: 1. Ninety-Nine; 2. Thousand; 3. Seven; 4. Sixteen; 5. Three; 6. Two; 7. Four; 8. Six; 9. Three.

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Beechtree Commons 6460 Leechburg Rd. Verona, PA 15147 62 and Older

8000 Beacon Hill Dr., Wilkinsburg, PA 15221 62 and Older u Community/Game Room u Controlled Access u Elevator u Emergency Call System u Library u One-Bedroom Floor Plan u On-Site Laundry Facility u Service Coordinator u Utility Allowance

(412) 241-9474 Alia Carter, Senior Manager Rent is based on income. HUD subsidized.

➻ Central

Air ➻ Community/Game Room ➻ Controlled Access ➻ Elevator ➻ Emergency Call System ➻ Library ➻ One-Bedroom Floor Plan ➻ All Utilities Included (412) 798-5589 Alia Carter, Senior Manager Rent is based on income. HUD subsidized.

Great songs sweetly sung-musical theater, big band, ethnic and folk, oldies, operetta and opera. Catherine Bomstein (412) 600-0577.

Mikey Dee Accordionist and Commentary. (412) 751-1328.

Entertainment: Christmas (Mrs. Claus), St. Patrick’s (Leprechaun), Patriotic, Hawaiian Luau, Ethnic (Italian, Mexican, etc.) Strolling Mandolin, Sing-aLong, Affordable! (412) 731-1322.

Frank Sinatra Tribute: Singing perfomance by Bobby Avella featuring the Best of Sinatra’s songs. (412) 487-3134.

Always fun! John Cigna’s favorite entertainer, Jimmy Sapienza, and his gifted blind pianist, Keith Stebler, are ready to perform for your group.

Email: jimmy.sapienza@verizon.net. Call Jimmy (412) 916-6055. Don’t delay. Reserve your date today.

Pianist Craig Zinger. Knockout Victor Borge-style show: Boogie, hilarious parodies (Pierogi Polka), toe-tapping singalongs. (412) 608-8429.

Sings 50’s and 60’s love songs for seniors. Call Brian (724) 205-1429.

Singer-Songs of Love by Dean Martin, Elvis, Frank Sinatra, Perry Como, Nat King Cole, Andy Williams, Bobby Vinton and other all time favorites.

Bob (412) 487-3134.

Frankie Capri presents The Dean Martin, Elvis, Frank Sinatra, Tribute Variety Show. (412) 469-2299.

Comedy Magician Al Mazing (412) 600-4903 or almazing.com.

Sue Gartland: Singer/Songwriter, Guitarist; Folk and Country Music (724) 889-6986.

Singing for AARP, Christmas, Valentines, Birthdays, featuring Dean, Elvis, Frank, Oldies. Bob (412) 487-3134.

Ventriloquist Cindy Speck. Seniors are my favorite audience. (724) 452-5889.

Everything Old Is New Again, a lighthearted musical comedy by Sheila Cartiff. Entertainer available for day or evening performances. Contact Sheila (412) 856-1259 or lesshe403@verizon.net.

Ray Ryan. Solo ragtime piano and dance trio. (412) 331-8368.

Dennis Smalley sings Inspirational Songs and Military Tributes (412) 901-6327.

Joe Marotta: Singer/Showman. (724) 836-3362.

Patty Hahn, Vocalist. Featuring the “Hits of Rosemary Clooney” and songs from the 40’s and 50’s. (412) 793-2637.

Master Magician Chuck Caputo. Live bunnies/birds. Reasonable. (412) 825-0822.

Bobby Shawn. Singer-entertainer. (724) 745-3064; www.bobbyshawn.com.

Dean, Rock and Roll and A Little Blue-Eyed Soul. (412) 605-9536.

Popular Broadway Songs from South Pacific, Carousel, Camelot, Sound of Music, Showboat and King and I. Bob (412) 487-3134.

Patti Eberle. Comedy, variety and musical fun. (412) 561-7161.

Sassy Seniors (formerly BTEI) Musical Theatre Troupe, songs, dancing, comedy skits. (412) 367-3093.

Edwardo, Accordionist, One-Man Band. (412) 687-6416; www.edwardomusic.com.

Eddie Ace: Magician and Comedian. Guaranteed Fun Show. (412) 462-1557.

Speakers Available: Senior Lifestyle Connections. Exploring senior living options. Stan (724) 787-7030.

Mr. John. Lecure: American Names~Their origin and meaning. Irish culture too.

(412) 758-5446.

Pittsburgh Computer Help. Tech lectures and instruction. Amy (412) 589-9573.

Crime Prevention presentations by Deputy Sheriff S. Jason Tarap. (412) 350-6374.

Vector Security has speakers available for your group. Jack (800) 756-9161.

The Rapp Funeral Home, Inc. 10940 Frankstown Rd., Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (412) 241-5415 Fax: (412) 241-0312

Bernadette L. Rose, Supervisor

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Hospital Regulations Hospital rules state that patients checking out must have a wheelchair.

One day a newly graduated nurse assistant came into the room to find an elderly man fully dressed. He was sitting on the bedside chair, with a piece of packed luggage at his side, all ready to go.

When he was shown the wheelchair, he was adamant that he was fully capable of walking himself to the parking lot.

But the assistant told him rules were rules, so he relented and let her wheel him out.

In the elevator, the assistant asked the elderly man if his wife was coming to meet him.

“I don’t think so,” he replied. “It takes her awhile to change her clothes, so she’s probably still upstairs in the bathroom taking off of her hospital gown and getting dressed.”

Three Senior Pals Three seniors are out for a stroll. One of them remarks, “It’s windy.”

Another replies, “No way. It’s Thursday.”

The last one says, “Me too. Let’s have a soda.”

Taken from www.ahajokes.com.

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