Beaver County Office on Aging Information and Referral
Here are two videos from the Beaver County Office on Aging.
Local
Beaver County Office on Aging COVID-19 Task Force Newsletter Volume 4, April 22, 2020
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
More than 6,000 volunteers donate 58,000 hours annually to ending hunger
Written by Maria Montaro Due to the current COVID-19 crisis we’ve had to social distance ourselves from our volunteers and drastically cut back the number of individuals we work with to fulfill our mission. On an annual basis the Food Bank relies on more than 6,000 volunteers to provide support in everything we do. None … Read more
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 community-based resources that can further help to meet individual needs. Call 1-855-284-2494 … Read more
Beaver County Office on Aging COVID-19 Task Force Newsletter Volume 3, April 15, 2020
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
Phipps classes now online
Whether you are a seasoned green thumb, a budding artist, a green-minded locavore or an aspiring naturalist, we have a class for you. Peruse our offerings for an exciting variety of fun and enriching programs on gardening, arts and crafts, healthy living and sustainability, providing you with plenty of opportunities — from single classes to … Read more
Beaver County Office on Aging COVID-19 Newsletter Volume 2–April 8, 2020
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
Beaver County Office on Aging
Beaver County Office on Aging COVID-19 Task Force Newsletter Volume 1 April 1, 2020 An important message from the Beaver County Office on Aging For the safety of our staff and consumers, the Beaver County Office on Aging is working from home and will be providing full services via phone, email or postal mail. If … Read more
News from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services March 31 at 11 a.m. · Taking care of your emotional health during an emergency will help you think clearly and heal. ? Practice self care this week by completing a few squares on our self care board. More on coping strategies from the CDC: bit.ly/2JrnDhY