“I was absolutely shocked . . . in a good way!” This is how Inger Niklasson of Beaver responded upon receiving her bag of goodies from the Surprises for Shut-ins program. “When I opened the bag, I couldn’t believe all the items inside,” she recalls. “Everything in the bag was something I could really use. The … Read more
A local nonprofit organization called the Mrs. Claus Club is bringing both tangible and intangible gifts to men and women who’ve been diagnosed with cancer. “We are a ministry that offers hope and encouragement by gifting cancer patients with comfort baskets and personal visits,” says North Hills president Jeana Watenpool of Ross Township. “When someone is … Read more
The following example is a fairly common scenario among older adults and veterans: Robert, a World War II vet and Pittsburgh native, had reached a point where he needed help with activities of daily living and wanted to move into an assisted living facility; but the cost to live there exceeded his monthly income. One … Read more
By Gina Mazza For Butler County Senior News Sharpen your pencils and grab that lunch box! It’s time to go back to school, even if it’s been decades since your high school or college days. Over at Butler County Community College and at other locations throughout the county, there is lots to learn—enough to keep … Read more
By Jennifer Hogan For Pittsburgh Senior News Do you use Facebook to keep in touch with family and friends? If you don’t, consider that besides staying connected with friends and family, Facebook has other exciting things to offer. Did you know there are a variety of history pages on Facebook, including many local ones? They … Read more
More than 275 Allegheny County and City of Pittsburgh residents ranging in age from 50 to 96 recently participated in the 2016 Senior Games, sponsored by the CitiParks Healthy Active Living Program. A total of 191 females participated, with the oldest being 91; and 86 males joined in, the oldest being 96. Congratulations to the … Read more
The Senior Companion Program of Allegheny County celebrated its 42nd year with an annual recognition luncheon at the Edgewood Country Club on Friday, June 24. The event recognized and celebrated the valuable service that Senior Companions provide in brightening the days and lifting the spirits of older adults throughout Allegheny County. Senior Companions are adult … Read more
The Beaver County Office on Aging (BCOA) Care Management team honored their “Treasured Caregivers” at the 12th annual Family Caregiver Program recognition seminar on June 22. The purpose of the event was to give caregivers a relaxing day away from caregiving duties, provide education and tips on taking care of their loved ones, and help … Read more
Application forms for the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program have been extended for eligible residents to begin claiming on property taxes or rent paid in 2015. The rebate program benefits eligible Pennsylvanian’s age 65 and older; widows and widowers age 50 and older; and disabled persons over the age of 18. The … Read more
Rochester Manor and Villa residents Anna and Andrew Charko marked their 70th wedding anniversary on June 15 by enjoying a romantic luncheon in the facility’s private dining room. When asked, “What’s your secret to a long marriage?” they responded: “Family should always come first, keep God in your life, and work hard.” The couple says … Read more