By Debbie Smith Wagner There are shortcuts to happiness and dancing is one of them! Most of us can remember special occasions where dancing was important; but our question today is all about our memories of learning to dance. I perform for many senior communities and the one thing that everyone has in common is … Read more
The unconditional love of a pet can add joy, fun and a sense of comfort to anyone of any age. Older adults sometimes have fewer opportunities to socialize and get out of the house, and the companionship of a pet can fill that void in the most delightful ways. In fact, research shows that owning … Read more
This is no April Fools’ Day joke! Our Care and Support programs are back in-person. We also have virtual options available. Make a commitment this month to nurture your understanding of Alzheimer’s and all other dementia as early detection is critical. Register at https://bit.ly/3JVw1UQ or call 800.272.3900. r PA Chapter
The group meets every Thursday at 6 p.m. in the Community Room of the Beaver library. We do have a few needles and yarn available. Folks may want to bring their own needle, we suggest #8 or 9 size straight needles. If folks are beginners, the group has people who can assist them. About 10 … Read more
West Hills Symphonic Band “Spring Pops Concert!” Montour High School, Clever Road, Robinson Township This WHSB “Spring Pops Concert” features, in a once in a lifetime opportunity for both the band AND the audience, two bona fide, SUPERSTAR soloists!! Direct from her stunning, critically acclaimed Pittsburgh Opera performance as Micaela in Bizet’s “Carmen,” is a … Read more
May 14, 2022 Brian Butko Bakery Square, East Liberty, 10 am Kicking off the event with a discussion of Isaly’s and other books from the Heinz History Center
By Randy Detweiler “Spotlight on Seniors” with host Valerie McElvy is back by popular demand. Tune in on Sundays at 11 a.m. on Beaver County Radio 1230 WBVP/1460 WMBA and 99.3 FM to hear a new topic every week. Many of you know Valerie. She has been active in the Beaver County community since … Read more
ContactEllen CarlinsPittsburgh, PA412-367-5848412-576-9715 (c & text) Create a Prayer to Wear Treat your group to a day away from the ordinary by arranging a prayer to wear mini retreat. Ellen facilitates a walk in faith while participants engage in a Spirit led, creation event of their own. Based in western Pennsylvania, she will come to … Read more
By Angela Gentile, Planning Unit Program MonitorBeaver County Office on Aging I visited my primary care physician for an annual physical a few months ago, and after checking my chart, he congratulated me for not gaining weight during the pandemic. Now that the pandemic is going into its second year, many people realized that they … Read more
The 2021 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program vouchers will be distributed by mail starting June 1. Here is what you need to know. • Age and Residency: The program is for Beaver County residents ages 60 and older (by December 31, 2021). • Income Guidelines: 1 person – $23,828 two persons – $32,227 • When … Read more