Absentee and Mail in Ballots Will Be Available for PA June Primary Election Pennsylvania’s primary election has been rescheduled for June 2, 2020, and voters have the option to vote either by absentee or mail-in ballot rather than going to their polling place on Election Day. These ballot applications will be accepted through May 26, … Read more
Beaver County Office on Aging COVID-19 Task Force Newsletter Volume 5, April 29, 2020 The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission Has Safety Recommendations The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission wants everyone to stay safe during spring storms. During a storm: ●Call your utility hotline to report outages. Do not assume that the utility knows about your outage … Read more
National Volunteer Caregiving Network · It’s National Volunteer Week. Please show extra appreciation for all our volunteer caregivers this week! They show kindness and compassion for our loved ones and we should do the same for them. This week take the time to tell a volunteer how much you appreciate them. #volunteercaregiving #faithinactionvolunteers #nationalvolunteercaregivers #localvolunteercaregiving … Read more
FINANCIAL LITERACY MONTH, A PERFECT TIME TO PLAN FOR YOUR FUTURE By Tom Winschel Social Security District Manager in Pittsburgh, PA April is Financial Literacy Month, a month focused on educating people about the importance of planning for a secure financial future. Social Security is a vital part of any financial plan, and we have … Read more
Pictured above: Todd DePastino Breakfast club gives local veterans a forum for sharing their stories By Gina MazzaFor Pittsburgh Senior News Storytelling is ingrained in the very fabric of our humanity. The act of sharing our stories can identify our commonalities and connect us in ways that inspire, educate, catalyze action and even heal hearts. … Read more
Here are two videos from the Beaver County Office on Aging.
Beware of Coronavirus Scams and Fraud As the COVID-19 situation continues, so do the scams and fraud directed toward older adults. What should you do to protect yourself? ●Do NOT give out your Social Security number, Medicare number, bank account or other personal information in response to unsolicited texts, emails or phone calls. ●If anyone … Read more
The Department of Human Services has launched a statewide Support and Referral Helpline staffed by skilled and compassionate caseworkers who will be available 24/7 to counsel Pennsylvanians struggling with anxiety and other challenging emotions due to the COVID-19 emergency and refer them to community-based resources that can further help to meet individual needs. Call 1-855-284-2494 … Read more
Beaver County Office on Aging DHS Launches New Support and Referral Helpline The Department of Human Services has launched a statewide Support and Referral Helpline staffed by skilled and compassionate caseworkers who will be available 24/7 to counsel Pennsylvanians struggling with anxiety and other challenging emotions due to the COVID-19 emergency and refer them to … Read more
THE BEAVER COUNTY OFFICE ON AGING LONG-TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM IS AVAILABLE TO ANYONE WHO NEEDS ASSISTANCE DURING THE COVID-19 STAY AT HOME STATUS Ombudsman is a Swedish term that means citizen advocate. “Ombudsmen advocate for those who can’t, support those who can and ensure all long-term care consumers live with dignity and respect.” Under … Read more