Foster Grandparent Program Honors Volunteers at Annual Luncheon

On June 14, 2019, the Foster Grandparent Program held its annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon at the Hilton Garden Inn, Southpointe. Almost 200 people attended the event, where 100 Foster Grandparent volunteers were honored for their service and dedication to their communities. Melissa Sipusic of UnitedHealthcare emceed the luncheon while volunteers, guests, and staff enjoyed the … Read more

Senior Companion program honors volunteers at annual awards luncheon

Above: 5 years of service: Pat Turney, Monica Wayne, Norma Jean Milner, Catherine Warner, Marge Saban, Betty Hallman, Verdell Jones. On June 14, the Allegheny County Department of Human Services Area Agency on Aging (DHS/AAA) hosted its Senior Companion Program Recognition Luncheon at the Edgewood Country Club in Churchill. The annual event recognizes and honors … Read more

Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring expands into Wilkinsburg School District

Above: Starfish awardee Peta Harrigan Cole. The Wilkinsburg School District board of directors recently approved implementation of the Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring program in the district. This program, which is offered locally by Literacy Pittsburgh, pairs tutors ages 50 and older with students needing extra support in grades kindergarten through fourth grade for weekly, in-school sessions. … Read more

Free Shredding Event

Saturday, June 29, 2019 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Ross Community Center Park 1000 Ross Municipal Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15237 Limit 2 boxes per car. Paper only.

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Bethel Park Senior Resource Center  412-831-7111 Pittsburgh Pirates Game $20.00 Thursday, July 25 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Includes $9.00 food credit.  Undercover in section 101. Sign up today! Hudson Valley, New York September 18 – 20, 2019 $500.00 per person/double occupancy 2 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners including Shadow’s on the Hudson, Bethel Woods Center of … Read more

Chabad of the South Hills

Tuesday, July 9 at 12 p.m. at Chabad of the South Hills.  Picnic style lunch and summer senior carnival.  Suggested donation $5.  Wheelchair accessible.  Call 412-278-2658 to preregister.

Singles Dance

Saturday Singles Dance, for ages 40+, 8 p.m. to midnight, July 13th, “Free Speed Dating & Complimentary Chile Con Queso Nacho Bar,”  Optional, Free Speed Dating 7 to 8 p.m. July 27th, “A Perfect Pair” Mix & Match Ice-Breaking Singles Dance Event featuring Fun Prizes & Gift Cards!  Check-In for Mixer 7:30 to 8 p.m.  … Read more

Shaler Garden Club Is Awarded Governor’s Trophy

Although the Shaler Garden Club is 98 years old, you would never guess it judging by its energy and enthusiasm. The club’s service to the community has earned it the prestigious 2019 Governor’s Trophy by the Garden Club Federation of Pennsylvania.  The Governor’s Trophy is awarded to one club in the state which exhibits exceptional … Read more

Understanding Social Security Benefits

By Tom Winschel, Social Security District Manager in Pittsburgh, PA Social Security touches the lives of nearly every American, whether at the birth of a child, the loss of a loved one, the onset of a disability, or the transition from work to retirement. For more than 80 years, our programs have contributed to the … Read more