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Volunteer gardeners of all ages enjoy beautifying the region

Lisa Herring, garden steward for WPC’s Beechwood Ave. and Reynolds garden, and Elaine Riberich at WPC’s Forbes Avenue garden in Oakland, where Elaine is a steward.

Elaine Riberich volunteers

as a garden steward with the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy, tending gardens at the busy intersections of Beechwood, Saline and Hazelwood avenues and at Forbes Avenue in Oakland, next to Dippy the dinosaur. Her dedication to stewarding community flower gardens is so great that she even convinced a city councilwoman to refurbish nearby benches at one garden so visitors could sit and enjoy the lovely space. After City of Pittsburgh Councilperson Erika Strassburger stopped by the Oakland garden while Elaine was volunteering, Elaine contacted her about

some wooden benches that desperately needed repairs. “She immediately had them refurbished and continues to have them checked and restored,” says Elaine, who regularly washes and clears the benches of leaves, and picks up garbage in the immediate area. “It makes it a much more inviting spot to sit, reflect and eat while appreciating the beauty of this wonderful community open space.” Each spring, summer and fall, the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy’s 130 community flower gardens bring color and joy to neighborhoods all around the Pittsburgh region. More than 5,000 vol-

unteers, including Elaine, help plant and steward the gardens, which appear at intersections, along roadways and even at schools. In addition to the gardens, the Conservancy, a nonprofit organization, protects and restores exceptional places in western Pennsylvania. It has helped establish 11 state parks, conserved more than a quarter million acres of natural lands, protected or restored more than 3,000 miles of rivers and streams, and assesses hundreds of wildlife species and their habitats. It owns and operates Fallingwater, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The garden volunteers are all ages, from all walks of life and of all skill levels. “They are seniors and children, individuals, families, community groups or corporate volunteers,” says Lynn McGuire-Olzak, the Conservancy’s community garden volunteer coordinator. “Some have never planted flowers before, and others are skilled gardeners who have been planting with us for years.” Continued on page 14

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Welcome, summer! Do you love to garden during the warmer months? Consider joining 5,000 volunteers who tend the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy’s 130 community flower gardens around the region. Read our cover story to learn more.

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Enjoy “Beethoven in your neighborhood” at various Carnegie Library locations String Quartet No. 14 in C-sharp minor, Opus 131 Monday, June 27 | 5:30 p.m. Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, main location in Oakland

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Beethoven and Allegheny County’s historic library system through a free concert series called “Beethoven in Your Neighborhood: The Library Project.” The concert series pairs Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra musicians performing one of Beethoven’s 16 string quartets with one of the original 19 Pittsburgh library locations commissioned by Andrew Carnegie. Patrons are encouraged to attend these concerts as they like, experiencing just five minutes while collecting their books at the library or staying through the entire session. String Quartet No. 12 in E-Flat major, Opus 127 Tuesday, June 21 | 5:30 p.m. Carnegie Free Library of Swissvale

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This concert pairs the last Carnegie library built in Allegheny County, the Carnegie Free Library of Swissvale, with the last quartet to be published in Beethoven’s lifetime: the String Quartet No. 12. This work ushered in a new type of concert experience—intimate yet grand—drawing the listener into an immersive musical journey approaching symphonic proportions, brought to life through just four instruments. String Quartet No. 15 in A minor, Opus 132 Thursday, June 23 | 5:30 p.m. Carnegie Library of Homestead One of only a few locations to hold Andrew Carnegie’s full vision of a library paired with a music hall and swimming pool, Carnegie Library of Homestead was among the first libraries he funded in Allegheny County. In this fully realized vision of a space that is “Free to the People” will be Beethoven’s poignant and powerful String Quartet No. 15, featuring the Holy Song of Thanksgiving from a Convalescent to God, an extraordinary musical depiction of struggle and relief.

The apex of Beethoven’s string quartet cycle meets its counterpart in CLP Main, Andrew Carnegie’s original library gift to the City of Pittsburgh in 1895. Mirroring the building’s continuous architectural form, flowing from library to music hall to museum, is the work that Beethoven considered the greatest achievement among his many quartets: String Quartet No. 14, an uninterrupted, seven-movement masterpiece moving seamlessly among a rich array of melodies and emotions. String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat major, Opus 130 Tuesday, June 28 | 5:30 p.m. Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Homewood The Library Project travels to Homewood to explore Beethoven’s extraordinary String Quartet No. 13 in an extraordinary space. The last Carnegie library built in the City of Pittsburgh, CLP Homewood was also Andrew Carnegie’s home library. String Quartet No. 16 in F major, Opus 135 Wednesday, June 29 | 5:30 pm Andrew Carnegie Free Library The Library Project concludes at Andrew Carnegie’s namesake, the Andrew Carnegie Free Library, the only one of Carnegie’s 2,500 libraries granted permission to use his first and last name. The end of the journey is celebrated with Beethoven’s final quartet, written in the Viennese countryside during the last months of his life. Advance reservations for The Library Project concerts are suggested but not required. To learn more, visit pittsburghsymphony.org/BIYN.

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Book Club Thursdays, July 21 and August 18 | 6 - 6:45 p.m. Scott Township Public Library

Remembering the Titanic Tuesday, July 12 | 6 p.m. Plum Community Library This event presents vintage clothing from the era, Titanic fun facts, and snacks. To learn more, call (412) 798-7323). Bingo Thursdays, July 21 and August 18 | 2 - 3:30 p.m. Brentwood Library This is a free bingo where winners choose small prizes from a prize table. Cookies and drinks are served during intermission. Registration is required; call (412) 882-5694. Sassy Seniors: The Golden Age of Broadway Thursday, July 28 | 2 p.m. Northland Library

Each meeting will have a demonstration of a basic cooking skill and participants will be given a recipe that uses that skill. Bring your questions, hints, tips and tricks to share so we can all improve our home cook know-how. Masks encouraged. Registration is required. Visit scottlibrary.org or call (412) 429-5380. Voter Education Series Saturdays | 2 – 3:30 p.m. July 9 at CLP Brookline August 13 at CLP Main September 10 at CLP Homewood

Join the Better Than Ever Independents as they perform songs from classic Broadway musicals. To learn more, call (412) 366-8100, ext. 113).

This series brings community members together to create informed and educated voters throughout Allegheny County. These programs take place in person as well as on Zoom. To learn more, visit carnegielibrary.org.

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Adults can support young people in their lives by sharing books and being cheerleaders for reading. Visit your neighborhood library to learn more.

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Local events commemorate the annual Juneteenth holiday that all people are created equal,” according to Governor Tom Wolf, who signed it into law in 2019. Last year, President Joe Biden signed legislation recognizing Juneteenth as a federal holiday.

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Freedom Days Fest Point State Park and Market Square, Downtown June 17 – June 19 | 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Guinness Book of World Records Attempt Point State Park Monday, June 20 | 5 p.m.

Juneteenth Freedom Days offers free live music, vendors, speakers, African-American culture education, and more. Learn more at wpajuneteenth.com or visitpittsburgh.com.

Join in the Juneteenth DanceFest. A gathering of 600 dancers will attempt to set a new world record for the longest soul train dance line in honor of Don Cornelius.

Youth Fest Mellon Park June 18 – June 20 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Black Music Festival Point State Park June 21 - June 27 | 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

For children ages 6 through 17, the Youth Fest includes a Flag Football Tournament, 3v3 Basketball Tournament, AEO Kids Fun Zone, Penguins Dek Hockey, Gaming Zone, Steel City Kickers Kickball All-star Game (Sat. June 19 at 1 p.m.), and more. COVID Vaccination Program Penn Ave. between Stanwix St. and Commonwealth Place June 18 – 20 | 9 a.m. to noon Participate in this walk-up COVID Vaccination Program. Economic Impact Plaza Penn Ave. and Liberty Ave. at Point State Park June 18 – 27 | 11 a.m. to 9 p.m Come support local small businesses at the 100 Vendors Strong Plaza, with booths featuring arts and crafts, food, health and wellness, nonprofits, and more.

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Artists include DJ Holiday, The House of Soul, Dr. James Johnson & Pittsburgh Jazz All Stars, Soul Raydio Band, Pittsburgh’s Juneteenth Gospel Choir, Dazz Band, Rose Royce, Sons of Mystro, Sunshine Anderson, War, Raheem Devaughn, and DJ Spindellera. Underground Railroad Tour Bus June 26th – 27th | 1 p.m. to 2 p.m and 2 p.m to 3 p.m. Take a tour through the city highlighting sites that are important to the Underground Railroad Pittsburgh. The bus leaves from Point State Park. Tickets are pre-sold before June 9. For more information, email wpajuneteenth@yahoo.com or call (412) 403-9837.

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Upcoming Events

Pittsburgh Restaurant Week Downtown August 8 – 14 It’s the most delicious time of the year! The event highlights the wide-ranging dining options that Pittsburgh has to offer and brings individuals from surrounding areas into the city to walk the streets and enjoy a meal at specially discounted prices. Pick your dining pleasure at Pittsburghrestaurantweek.com. Three Rivers Arts Festival Downtown June 3 – 12 This iconic, fun-filled event produced by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust boasts 10 days of free music and art, featuring a diverse concert lineup of renowned performers every night on the Dollar Bank Main Stage. Learn more at Traf.trustarts.org.

Flashes of Freedom Fourth of July Celebration Point State Park, Downtown July 4 | 6 to 10 p.m. The City of Pittsburgh’s Independence Day celebration is a family-style picnic at historic Point State Park, complete with patriotic music, food vendors and a fireworks show presented by Pyrotecnico, which begins at 9:35 p.m. Tune into 100.1 FM KDKA for a live broadcast. Viewers can watch the celebration from home live on WPXI-TV. Learn more at Pittsburghpa.gov/july4.

Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix Schenley Park, Oakland July 15 – 24 This popular grand prix is the nation’s largest vintage street race with 10 days of racing, car shows, parties, parades and motorsport events. This year’s featured events include a Black Tie & Tailpipes Gala, an invitational car show on Walnut Street, a car cruise at the Waterfront Shopping Center in Homestead, a Grand Prix Tune-Up Party at the SouthSide Works, and historic cars at the Pittsburgh International Race Complex. Get details at Pvgp.org. Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival West Newton, Westmoreland County August 20 – September 25 Saturdays and Sundays

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Pittsburgh Black Music Fest Point State Park and Market Square, Downtown July 14 – 17 The City of Pittsburgh is one of the premier locations for Black Music in America. This festival showcases great musicians and entertainment that are all part of this deeply-rooted musical tradition. Find details at Facebook.com/pghblackmusicfest. Deutschtown Music Festival North Side July 22 – 24

This three-day free festival has become a staple event with more than 400 bands performing at more than 40 indoor and outdoor stages in Pittsburgh’s North Side. The event includes food trucks, children’s activities, an artist market and more. Two free shuttles with multiple North Side stops are available. Get details at 10 Deutschtownmusicfestival.com.

Take a magical tour through time and legend as you wander down the village streets and pathways of the Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival. Experience 16th Century life as you celebrate with master revelers, watch artisans create original works of their ancient crafts, and savor roast turkey legs, steak on a stake, fresh baked goods and more. The festival features hundreds of authentically costumed merrymakers living and working throughout the village. Learn more at Pittsburghrenfest.com. 12th Annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival August Wilson African American Cultural Center, Downtown September 16 - 18 With Pittsburgh’s rich jazz history, the Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival is one of our city’s premier music festivals. The event hosts live music with renowned artists from around the world, such as multi-Grammy winner Ron Carter; jazz fusion pioneer Stanley Clarke; powerhouse vocalist, Ledisi; soul funk icons and PIJF favorites, Average White Band; award-winning vocalist and current phenom, Samara Joy. For more information, visit pittsburghjazzfest.org.

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Walking Down Memory Lane with Vintage Debbie By Debbie Smith Wagner In case you didn’t catch the last issue of Pittsburgh Senior News, I’d like to officially welcome you to my new column, “Walking Down Memory Lane with Vintage Debbie.” In it, I invite readers to share pieces of their personal sentimental journeys in a Q&A format. It’s so much fun sharing my love of nostalgia with all of you! I mean, who doesn’t enjoy reflecting on the easier, breezier years of our youth and the decades past? Each question takes us back in time, and then we get to share our own remembrances in our answers—which takes us all further down that beautiful memory lane! I hope the answers from our readers in this month’s issue bring a smile to your face. As I shared in my debut column, seniors are at the heart of everything I do!

What memories do you have of playing a jukebox and which songs did you play?

dance. I still can hear my dad singing Frank Sinatra’s “I Love You, Baby” and Lou Rawls’ “You’ll Never Find Another Love Like Mine.” That basement was like a disco with mirrored walls and everyone would dance to the BeeGees’ “Staying Alive.” - Sabina Simpkins, Palm City, FL (formerly of Beaver) * “Long Train Runnin’” by The Doobie Brothers - Debbie Ferrigno Black, Chippewa, PA * I remember the big, old Wurlitzer jukebox in the back room of Pop’s Ice Cream Parlour on Hamaica Avenue in Woodhaven Queens, New York. It had two big tubes filled with water and bubbles that floated up. It was during the early British invasion so The Beatles “She Loves Me” and “Please Please Me” were number one on the charts. - Ken Doerbecker, Wexford, PA

What was your favorite TV show to watch when you got home from school?

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* “High on a Hill” by Scott English - Al Mazuch, Mars, PA * “Under the Boardwalk” by The Drifters - Sherry Smith, Cincinnati, OH * My dad bought a juke box from an old bar near Batavia, NY in the mid1970s and put it in our basement because they wanted to have a fun place for get-togethers with friends. My parents would have parties and everyone would sing and

* “Spiderman” - Ulises Bruce, Chicago, IL * “Popeye N’ Knish” - Richard Gallagher, Baden, PA * I rushed home to watch Jeff Smith (puppeteer) and Batty Hattie from Cincinnati, my hometown! - Debbie Wagner, North Sewickley, PA * “Dark Shadows” - Holly Mathias, Ambridge, PA

* “Gilligan’s Island” - Scott Patterson, North Sewickley, PA * “Dark Shadows” - Annemarie Ballas Tejan, Aliquippa, PA * “Mickey Mouse Club” - Adele Fatur, Zelienople, PA * “Gentle Ben”, “Mr. Ed”, “Lassie” and “Flipper” - Debbie Ferrigno Black, Chippewa, PA * Soap operas - Janet Smith, Cincinnati, OH

What are your best memories of being at the drive-in?

* My husband and I go to the Dependable Drive-in all the time. It’s my favorite date! - Erika Schaltenbrand, Wexford, PA * It’s a great place to make out! - Janet Smith, Cincinnati, OH * We made popcorn at home, put it in a big brown shopping bag, got into our pajamas, and off the family went. Fun! - Holly Mathias, Ambridge, PA * I remember going to the Oakley Drive-in with my parents and sister. It was kind of like our family thing. We didn’t bring popcorn because my parents loved going to the concession stand. I think they liked it better than the movie! - Debbie Wagner, North Sewickley, PA * I will never forget being babysat by my oldest cousin when me and my brothers were between the ages of four and nine. Without telling my parents, she put us in a station wagon and took us to see “Dirty Harry” at the Greater Pittsburgh Drive-in in Versailles. When any “bad” parts came on, we had to go under our blankets. My mom was livid! That drive-in closed in 1997. - Jackie Danko Hooper, Monroeville, PA

* I saw a boatload of movies at the Evergreen Drive-In in Mt. Pleasant. They usually played kids’ fare for the opener, and more adult-oriented (still G-rating by today’s standards) for the second flick, which my brother and I probably slept through. - Richard Gallagher, Baden, PA * My parents would make a paper grocery bag filled with popcorn and put me and my sister in our pajamas to go to Tusca Drive-in on Tuscarawas Road in Brighton Township. We didn’t go often, but we sure loved it! - Heidi Shepler, Ohioville, PA * When I was very young, we’d go to watch “McHale’s Navy” at Starlight Drive-in in Wexford in our pajamas. My mom would take along Hi-C and chips. - Al Mazuch, Mars, PA * I remember going to Camp Horne Drive-in to see “Easy Money” with Rodney Dangerfield and “Breathless” with Richard Gere. - Judy Ghinassi Neville, New Sewickley, PA

Vintage Debbie is a vintage history buff and performance artist. She entertains at local senior centers and high rises, retirement facilities, nursing homes, and historical societies with her unique style of era-specific music, dance and dress. To learn more, follow Vintage Debbie’s World on Facebook. To book her for an event, email wagner.debbie@ymail.com.

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* I remember the song lyrics from “Grease”: “Stranded at the Drive-in / branded a fool / wh a t will th e y sa y / Mo n d a y a t sch o o l ? ” - Ulises H. Bruce, Chicago, IL

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Volunteer gardeners of all ages enjoy beautifying the region

Another steward and Elaine’s close friend, Denise Chizmar, answered the call to volunteer with the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy 25 years ago and hasn’t looked back. Three community flower gardens have benefited from her gardening know how, and she loves passing that knowledge onto other volunteers. Denise currently stewards for the garden at Boulevard of the Allies and Anderson Street. “When I was the steward in Connellsville, I planted with fourth grade students from a nearby elementary school,” Denise recalls. “While it could be chaotic with 30-plus fourth graders, it was also fun watching them learn to plant the flowers. For some of them, it was their first planting experience and I hope they would want to continue to garden with their families.”

Denise Chizmar enjoys volunteering at WPC’s Boulevard of the Allies garden. Volunteer gardeners don’t necessarily need to have green thumbs, but rather a willingness to learn fairly straightforward gardening tasks and how to recognize which plants are weeds and which are flowers. In the spring, volunteers plant flowers and spread mulch in the flower beds, which are prepared ahead of time by staff members. In the fall, they prepare the gardens for cold weather by removing annuals and cleaning up trash. Volunteers can volunteer once for a couple of hours, or multiple hours at various gardens. Each garden has a volunteer garden steward, like Elaine, who weeds and maintains the garden on a regular basis, such as weekly or biweekly. June - August 2022 • Pittsburgh Senior News

Elaine has been tending gardens since 2001. “Usually at the beginning of spring, I clear weeds from sections of the garden that will not be planted,” she says. “Where the flowers are to be planted, the Conservancy covers the ground with plastic preventing weeds from coming up between the flowers. Then a team of wonderful volunteers digs holes through the plastic and into the ground to insert the delicate, tiny annual plants. The whole garden area is painstakingly covered with mulch one bucket at a time. For the rest of the summer, I am responsible for keeping these flowers healthy, alive and blooming by watering and weeding it all, and clearing the sidewalks of leaves and debris. In the fall, faithful volunteers pull out the dead plants and lift up all the plastic.”

Dippy the Dinosaur keeps watch over WPC’s Forbes Avenue garden, stewarded by Elaine Riberich. In addition to creating a beautiful, colorful landscape for people to enjoy, being outdoors and getting exercise are benefits of gardening, Elaine acknowledges. “I love watching the small plants grow. The bending and exercise is tiresome but afterwards makes me feel much better. People are always appreciative and express their thanks in many ways.” If you are interested in helping to beautify the region by planting or tending the Conservancy’s community flower gardens, call Lynn at (412) 586-2324 or email lmcguire-olzak@paconserve.org. Other volunteer opportunities, such as tree-planting, land stewardship and clerical opportunities, are also available. For more information, visit WaterLandLife.org.

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Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program is ready to sprout for the 2022 growing season signed by both the senior and the proxy, and presented at the time of voucher distribution on Thursday, June 23. Incomplete or unsigned forms cannot be accepted.

Proxy form and eligibility requirements A proxy form is included on page 17 of this issue of Pittsburgh Senior News. Proxy forms are also available at participating senior centers, or on the Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging (AAA) website:

Eating fresh fruits and vegetables as part of an overall

healthy diet has many health benefits. They provide many nutrients that are vital for the health and maintenance of the body (such as potassium, dietary fiber, folic acid, and vitamins A and C) and are likely to reduce the risk of some chronic diseases. Another added bonus is that fruits and vegetables are naturally low in fat and calories, so they can help keep your weight in check.

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Here in southwestern Pennsylvania, the best produce is available during the peak season, which runs from June through late August. This is when the annual Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) kicks into gear for older adults in Allegheny County. All eligible seniors receive one set of four checks ($6 each for a total value of $24) to be spent at participating farmers’ markets. The entire $6 check must be spent; change will not be given. The checks are valid through November 30 to purchase produce that is grown in Pennsylvania or purchased directly from a Pennsylvania farmer. Produce grown in our commonwealth include apples, beans, berries, carrots, grapes, melons, spinach and tomatoes. Checks are available at participating senior centers. Eligible seniors who are unable to get to a senior center may designate a proxy to pick up their vouchers. An individual can be a proxy for up to four seniors. Proxy forms must be completed in full,

https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Human-Services/ Programs-Services/Basic-Needs/Senior-Farmers-MarketNutrition-Program.aspx.

To be eligible for the SFMNP, you must: • be an Allegheny County resident. • be age 60 or older by December 31, 2022. • meet the income guidelines (self-reported): • One person household: At or below $25,142 • Two-person household: At or below $33,874

Other criteria: • Married couples can receive one set of vouchers for each individual. • Older adults living in a residential facility that provides meals are not eligible to receive checks. • Lost or stolen checks will not be replaced. • SFMNP documents are available in Russian, Cantonese, Mandarin, Nepali, Spanish and Braille at senior community centers. • Additional voucher distribution dates may be scheduled throughout the summer based on voucher supply and demand (to be determined after July 1). Volume 29, Issue 2

COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE SENIOR FARMERS’ MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM

2022 ELIGIBILITY & 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 (print): _______________________________________________ Date: ___________________ (Person checks are for)

Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Telephone Number: __________________________________________ Birthday: _________________________ (month/year)

Please check the box of the most appropriate identifier for each: Ethnicity:

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By signing this proxy for I acknowledge that my total household income is within the Income guidelines: $25,142 for 1 person in the household; or $33,874 for 2 people in the household and that I am 60 years old or older. Participant’s Signature: _______________________________________________________ (Person checks are for)

Proxy Name (print): ___________________________________________ Date: ____________________________ (Person picking up the checks for participant)

Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Proxy’s Signature: ______________________________________________________________________________

Check numbers Received:

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**The proxy must take this form to a distribution site in the county the participant resides in. DO NOT MAIL Volume 29, Issue 2

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Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander

Black or African American

USDA Nondiscrimination Statement In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD- 3027) found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. 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

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Rich Fitzgerald, Allegheny County Executive William McKain, Allegheny County Manager Erin Dalton, Director Shannah Tharp Gilliam, Deputy Director FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: Contact Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging’s SeniorLine at (412) 350-5460; Toll Free – (888) 856-2773; TDD – (412) 350-2727

or visit alleghenycounty.us/dhs/aaa.

SOCIAL SERVICES

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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

Education Programs Exercise and Fitness Volunteer Opportunities Social and Recreational Programs Congregate Meals Legal Services Benefit Programs Application Assistance Health Insurance Counseling

Information and Assistance Service Partner Agencies At Senior Community Centers Allentown Senior Center Catholic Youth Association Citiparks Eastern Area Adult Services, Inc. Jewish Community Center LifeSpan, Inc. Lutheran Service Society

(412) 481-5484 (412) 621-3342 (412) 422-6570 (412) 829-9250 (412) 521-8010 (412) 464-1300 (412) 734-9330

Northern Area Multi-Service Center Penn Hills Senior Center Plum Senior Community Center Riverview Community Action Corp. Seton Center, Inc. Vintage, Inc.

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* City of Pittsburgh Farmers Market Carrick Dairy District 1529 Brownsville Rd. Pittsburgh Wednesdays | Jun. 1 – Oct. 26 | 3:30 – 6:30 p.m. * Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership Farmers Market Market Square Market St. and Forbes Ave. Pittsburgh Thursdays | May 12 – Oct. 27 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

that accept food stamps, Food Bucks, and other forms of electronic payment and vouchers.

Most markets end in October or November but the Bloomfield market will operate two Saturdays a month through March 2023. All locations accept SNAP/EBT cards, Food Bucks, credit and debit cards, WIC FMNP vouchers, Senior FMNP vouchers, as well as cash. The Bellevue market does not take credit or debit cards. Harvest’s Fresh Access and Food Bucks program is now at 15 area farmers markets listed below. Markets marked below with an asterisk also have Just Harvest staff at those locations to help you with Fresh Access and Food Bucks. At other Fresh Access locations ask for the market manager’s tent. Visit Allegheny County’s website for more info on getting and using WIC FMNP and Senior FMNP vouchers. This is not a complete list of Farmers Markets in Allegheny County. Before you visit a market, please contact them to verify that the dates and times are correct. Baldwin Borough Farmers Market 41 Macek Dr. Pittsburgh Alternate Saturdays | Jun. 11 – Sep. 17 | 10 a.m – 2 p.m. Bellevue Farmers Market Bayne Park 34 N. Balph Ave. Bellevue Wednesdays | Jun. 1 – Oct. 26 | 3 – 7 p.m. Bloomfield Development Corporation Farmers Market West Penn Hospital open air parking lot 5050 Liberty Ave. Pittsburgh Saturdays | May 7 – Nov. 19 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m 1st & 3rd Saturdays | December-March | 11 a.m – 2 p.m * Carnegie Borough Farmers Market East Main St. between Broadway and Mary Streets Carnegie Sundays | Jul. 10 – Sept. 25 | Noon – 3 p.m. Special market Jun. 12 at W. Main St. and Third St.

* City of Pittsburgh Farmers Market (East End) Liberty Green Park 100 Larimer Ave. Pittsburgh Mondays | Jun. 6 – Oct. 24 | 3:30 – 6:30 p.m (Closed Labor Day) * Forest Hills Farmers Market 4400 Greensburg Pike Forest Hills Fridays | May 20 – Oct. 28 | 4 – 7 p.m. Green Tree Borough Farmers Market Green Tree Park lower parking lot 905 Greentree Rd. Pittsburgh Thursdays | May 19 – Oct. 27 | 4 – 7 p.m. Lawrenceville Farmers Market Bay 41 Event Space 115 41 St. Pittsburgh Tuesdays | May 17 – Nov. 22 | 3 – 7 p.m. * Monroeville Lions Farmers Market Monroeville Community Park 2399 Tilbrook Rd. Monroeville Saturdays | May 7 – Nov. 19 | 9 a.m. – Noon * City of Pittsburgh Farmers Market (North Side) Allegheny Commons East Park E. Ohio St and Cedar Ave. Pittsburgh Fridays | May 20 – Nov. 18 | 3 – 7 PM | 3 – 6 p.m. on Nov. 11 and 18 * City of Pittsburgh Farmers Market (Squirrel Hill) Behind Murray Ave. business district Between Beacon St. and Bartlett St. Pittsburgh Sundays | May 15 – Nov. 20 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. * Borough of Swissvale Farmers Market 2036 Noble St. Swissvale Saturdays | Jun. 4 – Oct. 29 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. * Wilkinsburg Chamber of Commerce Open Market Harold Young Sr. Parklet 739 Penn Ave. Wilkinsburg Thursdays | Jun. 16 – Oct. 13 | 4 – 6 p.m. Volume 29, Issue 2

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Buy fresh and local food with food stamps and vouchers Below is the 2022 list of Pittsburgh area farmers markets

Looking for a fun way to stay active? Consider joining the Northern Allegheny County Senior Softball League to when Tom Foerster was county commissioner. He granted permission to build two ballfields across from the Lodge at North Park. To this day, the games are primarily played at this location, now called the North Park Senior Ballfield Complex.

A dozen of the 200 players who compete in the NACSSL league.

If you enjoy softball and are looking for a fun way to

stay in shape, the Northern Allegheny County Senior Softball League is open for the 2022 season. NACSSL is a competitive, slow pitch, senior softball league located in the North Hills. The league has been around for 33 years, dating back

Looking for a new home?

More than 200 players compete on 16 teams in two age divisions. The Silver Division is for ages 52-61; the Gold Division is for ages 62 and older. Most players are Allegheny County residents, but some travel from several surrounding counties to participate. The Silver Division plays at Lambert Field, which has outfield dimensions of 300 feet to left field, 290 feet to center field, and 300 feet to right field. The outfield is surrounded with an eight-foot fence. The Gold Division plays at Mashuda Field, where the dimensions are slightly smaller: 276 feet to left field, 277 feet to center field, and 263 to right field. The outfield fence is four-feet high. Players comment that being a part of the league is a fun way stay in shape physically, mentally and socially as they get older. Some love the competitive nature of the sport, and others do it simply to make new friends. The majority of players are average guys who still enjoy the game that they grew up playing as kids.

LEO MEYER MANOR 1015 Church Avenue McKees Rocks, PA 15136 HUD Section 8 Efficiency Apartments Only (62 or older) or Mobility Impaired (18 or older)

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Ramp access, elevator, AC In house coin laundry On-Site parking

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Lynn Williams Apartments 3710 Brighton Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15212 • Affordable housing for seniors 62 years of age and older • HUD subsidized rent based on income • Income limitations apply Come see all that we have to offer!

Call (412) 734-4229

Alexis Manor, Inc. Housing for Seniors (62 or older) or Mobility Impaired (18 or older) HUD subsidized rent based on income 1 Bedroom Apartments Now Accepting Applications • Elevator Building • On-Site Parking • On-Site Management 10100 Old Perry Highway Wexford, PA 15090

(724) 935-7411

ORMSBY MANOR APARTMENTS (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: (412) 829-3910 or (800) 238-7555 Mon.-Fri. 9 am to 5 pm EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

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

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John Paul Plaza 1005 Herron Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15219 John Paul Plaza is a nine-story building with 69 one-bedroom apartments located in the heart of the Polish Hill community. The spirit and philosophy of John Paul Plaza is based on the example of living in an atmosphere of care, concern and respect.

Contact: Dean Hess Property Manager Email: jpplaza@verizon.net Phone: (412) 683-5850

Teams play an average of two games per week from May to July. All teams participate in a double elimination league tournament during the month of August. Spectators are welcome, as well! To learn more or to sign up, visit nacssl.com or email nacssl@yahoo.com.

Here is information on other softball teams in the area:

Men’s Softball Teams South Hills Senior Softball League Doug Houston (412) 522-9887 seniorsoftballleague.com Western PA Senior Softball Bill Hensler (724) 863-7865

Women’s Softball Teams Cougars Renee Zavolta (412) 370-7515 Diamonds Judy Williamson (412) 576-2029 Penn Hills Jan MacDonell (412) 496-2189

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

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West Lake APARTMENTS 1015 Crucible St. West End, PA 15220 RENT-ASSISTED HOUSING PERSONS AGE 62 or OLDER

Lloyd McBride Court 614 Lincoln Ave. Millvale, PA 15209

Call (412) 321-2460

Mon.-Fri. 9 am to 5 pm

Call (412) 821-4474

3000 Locust St., Pittsburgh, PA 15221

Milliones Manor Apartments

Senior Apartment Accepting Applications

Call (412) 362-2040 or stop by the Management office at 5601 Penn Avenue Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Come see all that we have to offer!

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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS CALL: (412) 829-3910

• 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

Hours: Mon-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

One bedroom, full appliances, W/W, A/C, off street parking Income limits apply

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Brinton Towers Apartments

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• Affordable housing for seniors 62 years of age and older

1 bedroom apartments • equipped kitchen • A/C • community room • laundry room • and much more!

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

Steelworkers Tower Elderly Hi-Rise

Income Limits Apply 1 (800) 238-7555

The Aetna Gold team is one of various teams in the NACSSL league.

4720 Hatfield St

Eligibility: 62 years or older

Senior Moments Mary Ellen Kilmartin (412) 512-9631

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

2827 Bedford Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15219 NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for one and two bedroom units • All household members must be 62 years of age or older. • Income restrictions apply. • Section 8 vouchers and certifications accepted. For more details call (412) 681-6350

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An aerial view of the North Park Senior Softball Complex.

Rebels Jenny (412) 889-1691

A Prayer to Wear offers artistic way to share scripture and hosts crafting sessions Ellen Carlins of Pittsburgh

was looking for a creative way to help others increase and share their faith. She had an idea to combine active scripture reflection with activities in a group setting around crafting and jewelry making.

From that inspiration more than 10 years ago, A Prayer to Wear was born. Ellen began offering mini crafting retreats to prayer groups, enabling participants to share with each other the work that God has done in their lives while doing something fun and creative in a casual environment.

Prior to the pandemic, Ellen was a regular presenter at Kearns Spirituality Center in the North Hills. Currently, she travels to the location of the requested prayer group throughout Allegheny and Beaver counties. “I provide a reflectively inspirational message coupled with all the materials necessary for a fun, hands-on activity. Everyone leaves with a lasting keepsake of their experience.” Ellen is also currently available to host crafting sessions for bridal and baby showers, as well as to do custom sewing, embroidery and crafting upon request, including altar linens, and custom deacon, priest and clergy stoles. To learn more, call (412) 576-9715, email ecarlins@prayertowear.com or visit prayertowear.com. This article was originally published in the November 2021 issue of

Pittsburgh Senior News.

The concept caught on and since then Ellen has worked with hundreds of mostly women who have gathered for these mini retreats, which are open to all skill levels from beginner crafter to expert artisan. “It has been amazing to watch how beading and jewelry making is relevant and helpful for every age group and circumstance,” Ellen says. “I think it’s because people never stop searching, no matter what stage of life. Encouraging faith sharing, community building and bonding among small groups gives me great joy.”

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By Stephen A. Zappala, Jr. Allegheny County District Attorney

With Elder Abuse Aware-

ness Day being recognized on June 15, we reflect on how the last two years have been particularly devastating to older adults in Allegheny County. Conditions created by the pandemic health crisis have killed more seniors than any other age group. Additionally, it created an environment in which people have often felt abandoned, isolated and locked away from the rest of society. Unfortunately, this has made our vulnerable elderly population an easy target for criminals. The State Supreme Court created a task force to examine the problem of elder abuse and has come up with an action plan to prevent, prosecute and punish criminals who victimize the elders of our community. The Senior Justice Advocacy Program, which I chair, was developed out of that committee and is now part of our Special Victims Unit. Protecting victims of domestic violence, sex crimes and child abuse, and prosecuting the accused criminals in those cases, has provided a valuable foundation for developing an approach that has brought together the courts, law enforcement, and social service providers to better serve the special needs of older adults in our region. The thousands of trials and convictions made to date have shown us how to best organize a prosecution that brings the criminal to justice and justice to the victims, in spite of procedures that sometimes seem to favor the accused rather than the victims. A unique aspect of our senior justice effort is the ability of seniors to network and communicate among themselves in order to share their experiences and other information. Publications like Pittsburgh Senior News and our Fraud Squad Alerts provide valuable communication tools in the battle to prevent senior abuse. A word of caution here: Beware of statistics that quote percentages about decreasing crime rates and how things are improving. Managing and reporting statistics does not solve and prevent the problem. Our work in the Senior Justice Advocacy Program deals with real people like you,

not numbers. Every victim we help has a name, family, and friends who have suffered devastating (and in most instances, irreparable) loss. We've prevented more than $25 million in financial loss and theft by helping approximately 60,000 county residents ages 60 and older. We teach them how to protect themselves by not falling prey to con artists and scammers, as well as how to not be afraid to speak up and report physical and suspected physical abuse—which most often happens from someone they know and trust. I would like to thank the Allegheny County Council and Pittsburgh City Council for designating June 15 as Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Thanks also to those whom we trust who make it their mission to raise awareness every day regarding abuse that threatens the health, safety and finances of our older population. We are grateful for those in law enforcement, the assistant district attorneys, and the courts for their swift and fair prosecution, and for bringing justice in all matters related to seniors. The ultimate goal of our Special Victims Unit is to protect and defend the lives, liberty and happiness of our most vulnerable. Let us all continue to work together to take care of one another, and if you feel isolated at this time, please know that you are not alone.

SENIOR JUSTICE

Our Mission/Your Promise

For more information, or if you have questions, contact one of your Allegheny County District Attorneys. SENIOR JUSTICE ADVOCATES

Cyndie Carioli Joe Giuffre Dick Skrinjar

(412) 983-0729 CyndieatDA@gmail.com (412) 427-3770 JoeatDA@gmail.com (412) 350-4400 DickatDA@gmail.com

District Attorney Stephen A. Zappala, Jr. (412) 350-4400

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Elder Abuse Awareness Day reminds us to help one another

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• Removing the deceased person from any place of death within Allegheny County and transporting the deceased person to the Thomas M. Smith Funeral Home & Crematory Ltd. (Slight additional fee for Home Deaths) • Consulting with the appropriate family member(s) or legal guardian at the Thomas M. Smith Funeral Home & Crematory Ltd. to acquire necessary vital statistics and authorizations. • Email or fax arrangements are available • Sheltering the remains for a 24 hour period (required by law) prior to performing the cremation. • Performing the cremation on site. (Additional fee for obesity) • Placing the cremated remains in a simple container. • Presenting the cremated remains to the appropriate family member(s) or legal guardian at the Thomas M. Smith Funeral Home & Crematory Ltd. • Prearrangements and Prefunding available The concerns of a family requesting direct cremation are simple - the cremation should be performed in a timely and dignified manner, under the supervision of a professional funeral director, and at a fair cost. The Thomas M. Smith Funeral Home & Crematory Ltd. is committed to satisfying these concerns, and we welcome the opportunity to be of service. Call us if you have any questions or wish to make arrangements.

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Savvy Senior Ideas abound for what to do with cremated ashes Dear Savvy Senior, A while back, I saw an article on different ways to scatter a person’s ashes after they’ve been cremated, but I’ve misplaced it. Can you help me with this? I’m preplanning my funeral and would like to include instructions on what to do with my remains that my family will appreciate. Signed, Planning Ahead Dear Planning, There’s no shortage of options when it comes to handling or disposing of your cremated remains. Your family can keep, bury or scatter them in a variety of imaginative ways that reflect your life and personality. Here are some options to consider. Scatter them: The most popular option is to have your ashes scattered at a location you loved to be; for example, a favorite fishing spot, camping area, golf course, beach, or park. If you choose this route, keep in mind that some places, such as national parks, require a permit; and many public areas, like parks and sports stadiums, may prohibit scattering. Store them at home: Many families choose to keep their loved one’s ashes close by storing them at home. If you and your family choses this option, you can purchase a decorative urn through your funeral provider or online. Or you may want to use an old cookie jar or favorite container that reminds your family of you. Plant them: If you’re the environmental type, you can have your ashes planted with a tree. There are companies that offer living urns (like TheLivingUrn.com or UrnaBios.com) that mix your ashes with other nutrients that can be used to grow a plant or tree in your yard or a place of your choosing. Scatter them at sea: If you love the water, many businesses offer ash scattering services at sea, especially close to coastal areas, or your family could rent a boat and do it themselves. Companies like EternalReefs.com offer reef memorials so that your ashes can rest on the ocean floor. Scatter them by air: Scatter your ashes into the sky and let the particles be taken by the wind. This involves hiring a private plane, helicopter or hot air balloon service, or use a balloon scattering service like Mesoloft.com. You can even send your ashes into outer space with Celestis.com. Turn them into a record: If you love music, a UK company called Vinlyly (Andvinyly.com) will turn your ashes into a vinyl record. You supply the music (or voice recording) and cover image, and the company creates a memorial that your family can listen to for years to come. Turn them into jewelry or glass: If you love jewelry or glass trinkets, some companies (like CloseByMeJewelry.com, SpiritPieces.com and ArtFromAshes.com) will turn your ashes into wearable jewelry or glass art memorials.

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Go out with a bang: If you’re a hunter or a gun lover, a company called Holy Smoke (MyHolySmoke.com) will create loaded ammunition out of cremated remains. Your family can store the ammo in the engraved wooden box it comes in, or send you off with a gun salute.

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Turn them into art: If you love art, arrange for an artist or family member to paint your portrait or a picture with some of your ashes mixed into the paint. If your family is into tattoos, many tattoo artists will mix some ashes with ink to create a memorial tattoo.

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Should this information reach your home at a time of illness or sorrow, please accept our sincere apology.

Send your questions to Savvy Senior, PO Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior.”

DO YOU NEED HELP? • Do you need help with Medicare? • Are you struggling to pay for your Part D prescription drugs or other healthcare costs? • Do you need help understanding your coverage? The PA MEDI Program can help people with Medicare by screening them for assistance programs, such as: • Extra Help Program – which helps lower the cost of Part D prescription drug costs • Medicare Savings Programs – which covers the payment of the Medicare Part B premium

call PA MEDI at 412.661.1438 or visit wfspa.org/service/pamedi The Annual Open Enrollment Period is between 10/15 and 12/7, schedule an appointment with a PA MEDI Counselor. Effective July 1, 2021, APPRISE is now Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight, PA MEDI –Same Program, Same Services for Pennsylvania’s Medicare Beneficiaries, now with a New Name. This project was supported, in part by grant number 2001PAMISH-00, from the U.S. Administration for Community Living, Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, D.C. 20201.

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PA MEDI can also help you understand your Medicare coverage, preventative benefits, and give you free, accurate, unbiased advice.

The Consumer Corner Medicare fraud undermines an already burdened healthcare system By Mary Bach

M edicare fraud has been funneling billions of taxpayer dollars out of our healthcare system, which is already in trouble. People and companies that have been “gaming” the system must be found and prosecuted. Some examples of Medicare fraud: • In Los Angeles, California, four employees of Alpha Ambulance, Inc. were charged with providing medically unnecessary services to the tune of $49.2 million in false claims to Medicare. • In Brooklyn, New York, nine employees of Cropsey Medical Care were charged with paying kickbacks to

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beneficiaries for receiving unnecessary physical therapy amounting to $13.8 million in claims. • In Dallas, Texas, 14 individuals were indicted for participating in various home healthcare schemes involving false billings for more than $100 million in services not rendered. • In Wayne County, Pennsylvania, dentist James Fruchan was charged with billing Medicaid for procedures not performed and for falsifying patient charts to support his claims. • In Philadelphia, 12 people were charged in connection with a $95 million scheme that had Medicare beneficiaries getting cash, spa treatments, dance lessons, facials, and many other goodies for use of their Medicare I.D.s and for undergoing unnecessary procedures. There is, unfortunately, too much Medicare fraud that goes unreported or unnoticed. A relative of mine was meticulous about the accuracy of his hospital and doctor bills after having major open-heart surgery. He submitted a letter to Medicare detailing that approximately 20 percent, or $10,000, of his $50,000 in CMS-

According to the Department of Health and Human Services, Medicare fraud and medical identity theft add $65 billion annually to costs already overburdened and significantly over-budgeted in today’s dollars. Consider how much more this fraud is adding today with the inflated cost of everything from the pills to the medical appliances that often accompany required treatments. Other examples of Medicare fraud include: • A provider that bills Medicare for services or supplies they never gave you, like charging for a visit you’ve never heard of, or a back brace you never received. • A provider that charges Medicare twice or more for a service you may have only received once. • A person who steals your Medicare number or card and uses it to submit fraudulent claims in your name. • A company that offers you a Medicare drug plan that Medicare hasn’t approved for use. Here are some of the things to look for in your quarterly

Medicare Summary Notices that will enable you to help spot and report fraud. • Anyone on Medicare has a right to a sufficiently detailed, itemized statement of services or medical products provided by those making claims against your account. These are essential for making determinations of both the accuracy and content in your medical records. • Check to make sure that the dates, services, and billing codes on your MSN coincides with any of the statements, bills, or other paperwork that you actually received for your doctor’s services or other medical assistance. If you discover a discrepancy, or question the validity of any item billed, contact the party or company involved for clarification. If it doesn’t appear to be a mistake and it cannot be resolved to your satisfaction, call Medicare at (800) 633-4227) or visit medicare.gov. • If you would prefer to send your complaint in writing, document your concerns in a letter to Medicare and enclose a copy of the MSN with it, requesting a prompt reply. Use the address on the MSN cover letter. Follow up with Medicare if you do not hear from them within the requested reply timeframe. Please do your part to help police the basic accuracy of the costs you incur. They will benefit you and the vast number of seniors dependent on Medicare remaining viable in the years ahead. Mary Bach is a nationally recognized consumer advocate who chairs AARP’s Pennsylvania Consumer Issues Task Force. She can be reached at mbadvocate@msn.com or (724) 327-6969.

Your experience is the key to creating new ones. There’s no question volunteering can be rewarding, but it’s not always easy to find the perfect fit. AARP can help you find the opportunities that match your interests and fit your schedule. Our easy Volunteer Wizard can help you learn more about ways to use your skills and experience where and how it matters to you. You have a lifetime of experience to offer, and if you’re looking for a place to share it, AARP can help. Find your right fit today at aarp.org/volunteer

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claimed services were, to the best of his knowledge, not provided. He received no follow-up from Medicare. Most people, who do not have any significant check or payment to forward in settling their medical bills, often do not even review their CMS statements of the benefits they received for provider services “rendered.” Their apparent attitude is: Why care if Medicare pays the bills in full, or that there is little or no personal liability owed by the patient themselves?

Online publication is invaluable guide for pet owners in Allegheny County • Power of Attorney • Chance Spot’s Emergency Alert Card Recently, my neighbor and friend, Kathy Taylor, had to go into the hospital unexpectedly. She fortunately had myself and several other friends to look out for her dog, Sassy. The second day she was hospitalized, Sassy became very ill and had to be admitted to the emergency vet and pet ICU. If her friends had not been keeping an eye on her, Sassy may not have made it. Both are doing well now. “I wish I would have known about that resource guide at that time, as it could have assisted me in finding help that I needed after returning home,” Kathy comments. Let’s say you’re adopting a pet, and you need a plan in place for a pet sitter should you take a vacation or get sick. The guide can help you know your options, which might include: • a family member or friend who is on standby with a key to your place. • interviewing a Rover.com individual who will come and stay at your place for a fee.

By Randy Detweiler

There is no bigger joy for pet lovers than our wonder-

ful, furry children. They keep us company and provide daily, unconditional love and emotional support. Having a pet provides many benefits to all of us, but especially to seniors who might be living alone. They encourage us to engage in an active, healthy lifestyle. They help reduce our stress levels and foster feelings of safety and protection both inside and outside the home.

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While there are many advantages to having a pet, there are often some challenges, as well, especially as we age in place. They may require a lot of attention we may not be able to independently provide all of the necessary care for them. Getting a new pet may require training them—or retraining, as in the case of some adopted pets. And pet ownership costs money. Getting the right information and help is essential. For this reason, it’s good to know about a wonderful, 60page online publication, “A Resource Guide for Aging in Place with Pets in Allegheny County.” The guide has a number of contacts to help you with your pet, no matter your situation. It offers information on a wide variety of topics, including: • Training Scenarios and Resources for Common Situations • Recommendations, Preparation, and Planning • Assessments • Community Resources in Allegheny County for Aging with Pets

• a kennel of your preference that could take your pet for a short time for a fee. • Paws Across Pittsburgh, a temporary foster placement of pets. • Hospaws, which give assistance, as needed, in the home. • keeping a person on file at your vet that has medical power of attorney in case decisions need to be made on your behalf. The resource guide also includes contact information for a variety of services, such as: • Pet Food Access • Low-Cost Veterinary Services • Pet Loss and Bereavement • Pet-Friendly Senior Housing • Pet-Friendly Shelter Services for Pets of Domestic Violence • Protective Services for Elders and Animals • Local Services for Older Vets • Durable Pet Care Power of Attorney • Please refer to this guide if you are in need of help, and enjoy your pet. The love they give is invaluable.

To access “A Resource Guide for Aging in Place with Pets in Allegheny County,” go to https://www.socialwork.pitt.edu/sites/default/ files/aging_with_a_pet_guide_finfal_8.13.20.pdf.

Articles for a “GO BAG”

Sanitation

This is a checklist for what should be in the GO BAG. Place these items in a carrier so that they are all in one place and can be obtained in a hurry.

• Litter, litter pan, and scoop (shirt box with plastic bag works well for pan) • Newspaper, paper towels, and trash bags • Zip lock bags Important documents • Identification papers including proof of ownership • Medical records and medication instructions • Emergency contact list, including veterinarian and pharmacy • Photo of your pet (preferably with you) Travel supplies • Crate or pet carrier labeled with your contact information

Food and medicine

• Extra collar/harness with ID tags and leash

• 3-7 days' worth of dry and canned (pop-top) food*

• Muzzle

• Two-week supply of medicine*

Comfort items

• Feeding dish and water bowl

• Favorite toys and treats

• Liquid dish soap *These items must be rotated and replaced to ensure they don't expire

• Extra blanket or familiar beddingInstructions on the pet’s personality, quirks and habits

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