Allegheny County

WPHHA is looking for PPE

Western Pennsylvania Home Health Association (www.wphha.com, a non-profit organization) is looking for PPE. Please consider donating available N95 masks, regular surgical masks, gloves, hand sanitizer or other medical supplies. Our clinicians are working very hard as they continue seeing patients in our community. Let’s keep everyone safe! To arrange for pick-up or drop-off please call 412.421.0909 or e-mail info@wphha.com.

WPHHA is looking for RNs and LPNs to assist patients in the home

Western Pennsylvania Home Health Association (www.wphha.com) is looking for RNs and LPNs to assist patients in the home. We have full-time, part-time and prn positions available in and around Allegheny County. Anyone looking for additional work or to assist at this time is welcome. If you or anyone you know is interested please call 412.421.0909 or … Read more

LifeSpan Closure

Due to the recent developments around COVID-19, all LifeSpan’s buildings are CLOSED to the Public until further notice.  Meals on Wheels are being delivered as usual.  LifeSpan’s Community Resource Centers for Older Adults are CLOSED. If you need assistance, please call:  Mon Valley 412-664-5434  Chartiers 412-276-5056  Imperial 724-218-1669  Main Office 412-464-1300  However, all other programs … Read more

Living Well

6th Annual Living Well – Parkinson’s Disease Conference April 25, 2020 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Pittsburgh Airport Marriott

Arthritis Foundation 2020 Walk to Cure Arthritis

Saturday, May 30, 2020 at South Shore Riverfront Park Whether you do it for yourself, a loved one or just because you care, Walk to Cure Arthritis is the place to be. Together, we join forces to battle arthritis, fighting for a future that’s pain-free while blazing new trails to a lifetime of Yes.  YOU … Read more

Free tax prep sites are now open throughout Allegheny County

By Gina Mazza Here in Allegheny County, a number of programs exist to help older adults prepare and file their income taxes, some at no cost. Check out our annual roundup of available programs that can help you file your annual federal, state and local returns with help from qualified tax preparers. United Way of … Read more

Vintage encourages healthy aging by offering ongoing classes, activities and more

Whether you’re looking to make new friends, learn new skills or eat more healthily, Vintage Senior Services in East Liberty can help. They provide a wide range of classes, workshops, programs and resources aimed at heathy aging—including exercise classes, routine health screenings, nutritious lunch programs, socialization activities and information on aging services. Their website contains … Read more

Valuable services provided by Ombudsman Program now extend further into the community

By Gina Mazza Since 1972, as part of the Older Americans Act, the Ombudsman Program has been actively advocating for and giving voice to older adults who use long-term care services—traditionally in nursing homes, personal care homes, assisted living facilities, domiciliary care homes and adult daycare settings. Now, ombudsmen can reach further and deeper into … Read more

Patients and Families Family House A Place Where Families Come to Heal Unfortunately, most people arrive at Family House desperate and worried in an unfamiliar city. While many of our patients and families are experiencing transplantation, surgery and treatment for cancer and other serious illnesses, others have come to Pittsburgh unexpectedly due to traumatic accidents … Read more