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Morningside attendees Helen Moran, Jo Alice Galloway, Fran Lanese, Beatrice Stapf and Gertrude Truax from Morningside Senior Center attend the volunteer recognition luncheon.

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As a part of Older Ameri-cans Month, Mayor William Peduto declared May 16 as Senior Volunteer Recogni-tion Day. On that day, City of Pittsburgh’s Healthy Ac-tive Living Program hosted a luncheon at the Sheraton Station Square to honor senior volunteers who have

Allegheny County senior volunteers honored at “recognition day” luncheon

made significant contribu-tions that provide healthy, active, independent living in their local communities, their city and the Common-wealth as a whole. More than 1,000 city residents ages 60 and older were hon-ored at the event for contrib-uting 100,000-plus hours

of volunteer service worth more than $1.5 million dur-ing 2013.

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Publisher’s Corner

Owner/Publisher Lynn Webster

Editor Gina Mazza

Art Director Shantessa Burnfield

Sales Executive Wallace Webster

PhotographerChuck LeClaire

Contributing Writers Barbara Bush

Judy Dodd Henry Gribbin Gina Mazza

Ronald Zembruski

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The City of Pittsburgh SeniorInterests Community Centers recently partnered with the Boy Scouts of America to take part in a program called Scouting for Food. The program supplies food items to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, as well as other local organizations that distribute food to those in need.

Older adults throughout Allegheny County came out in force to donate their non-perishable items to this most worthy cause. “Our seniors far exceeded our goals for 2014, donating a total of 1,200 units of perishable items,” reports Joe Naccarrato, program aide for SeniorIn-terests and Scoutmaster of Pack 343.

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Pittsburgh Blues FestivalThe Pittsburgh Blues Festival is Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank’s largest annual event, raising nearly $2 million to fight hunger over its 18 years. The Festival takes place July 25 through 27 at Hardwood Acres in Hampton Township.

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City of Pittsburgh and Boy Scouts team up for local food drive

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Scouting for Food program aide Joe Naccarrato.

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First place winner “Sophie Trempus” by artist Janice Trempus.

Arlene Stadler with her “Fading Zinnias.”

The Mackins serenade the artists and guests at the show.

Painting class instructor Ann McCartney shows her “Dormont Park.”

A Pittsburgh scene by artist Rich Harkins.

Mary Jane Mackay and Hillsdale Center director Lori Audley sell 50/50 tickets.

The weekend of May 17 and 18 was filled with colorful artwork in

Dormont, as Lifespan hosted its 12th annual Spring Art Exhibit and Sale at Hillsdale Community Resource Center. More than 200 people came out for the event on Friday evening and about 50 were in attendance on Saturday. Oil paintings and other creations from local artists were on display at the free event. The show serves as both a fundraiser for the artists and for Lifespan.

All artists represented in the show are members of Lifespan’s Primay Colors Art Guild. “This art group has been meeting every Wednesday and Thursday since 2001,” says Hillsdale site coordinator Lori Audley. “The paintings at the exhibit are the results of that group, which is instructed by Ann McCartney. We had a lot of young

Lifespan hosts annual Spring Art Exhibit and Salepeople from the community come out for the event, and they bought a good number of the paintings, which was really exciting.”

The show also featured a Chinese auction, raffles, tasty appetizers and live music from the bluegrass duo The Mackins. Professional artist and CCAC art teacher Chuck Percherke oversaw the judging and awards were given to the following artists:

First Place: Janice Trempus for “Sophie Trempus”

Second Place: May Federick for “Quiet Storm”

Third Place: Janice Trempus for “Prague Winter”

Honorable Mention: Arlene Stadler, Alena Lutton and Pat Ronca Wooten

The art show serves as a fundraiser for Lifespan.

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Artist Joan Rastetter holds “Waiting.”

Beautiful oils on display.A grouping of still life paintings.

Judy Tulley and Arlene Stadler dance to music by the Mackins.

Photos by Chuck LeClaire for Pittsburgh Senior News

LifeSpan operates eight community resource centers, two community pro-gram extensions and two satellite cen-ters throughout southern Allegheny County. In addition, LifeSpan also provides care management services including the OPTIONS and Family Caregiver Support Programs, over-sees a Senior Companion Program and delivers home delivered meals through its Homestead and Dormont locations. PSN

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Veterans lead the Pledge of Alligience.

Beechview Center director Brandy Irish-Gerjuoy looks lovely in blue.

Northview Heights friends Louise Tomlin and Ida Mae Dozier.

Sheradan Center attendees Tevin Jordan-Blair, Helen Mehler, Viney Walker, Rita Ernharth, Margaret Weber and Emma Dimoff.

Master of Ceremonies Dick Skrinjar. Acting Director James Griffin.

as master of ceremonies for the day. A keynote address and proclamation were presented by Mayor Peduto, and remarks were given by Allegheny County Chief Executive Rich Fitzger-ald, Pittsburgh City Councilman Corey O’Connor, Congressman Mike Doyle, Diocese of Pittsburgh Bishop David Zubik, and Acting Director of Parks and Recreation Jim Griffin.

After Bishop Zubik gave the invoca-tion, a hearty lunch was served: wed-ding soup, stuffed chicken, market fresh vegetables, rolls and butter, and strawberry shortcake. Entertainment was provided by the talented G & G Entertainment and everyone enjoyed listening, dancing and singing along to the music.

For more information on how you, too, can contribute to your community or just join in on the fun at one of the 14 Healthy Active Living community centers, call (412)-422-6570. PSN

Allegheny County senior volunteers honored at “recognition day” luncheon

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State Rep. Erin Molchany and County Executive Rich Fitzgerald greet guests.

Tom Wolf greets guests.City Councilman Corey O’Conner. Bishop David Zubik.

Congressman Mike Doyle. Mayor Bill Peduto.

Veterans lead the Pledge of Alligience.

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Entertainment and Events* The Squirrel Hill Active Senior Network meets every Friday from 3 to 4 p.m. in room C of the Squir-rel Hill Library, 5801 Forbes Ave., Squirrel Hill. Bring your calendar to give and receive information about social and civic resources and op-portunities. It’s fun to make plans, get out more and create friendships. Call Jean at (412) 242-8603 or Linda at (412) 521-3494.

* The Retired Men’s Luncheon Group of Pleasant Hills will meet at noon June 19 in the Fellowship Hall of the Pleasant Hills Community Presby-terian Church, located at the corner of Old Clairton Road and Audrey Drive in Pleasant Hills. Local resident and author George Wilson will be expounding on the entire history of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Cost for lunch is $7 per person. For reservations, call (412) 655-2000.

* A Wine Tasting Festival will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. June 21 and also on September 6 and will take place on the Penns Colony Event Grounds, 365 Sax-onburg Blvd., Saxonburg. This festival brings 12 wineries from four growing regions to one convenient location for an afternoon of sampling 120 vintages (souvenir wine glass and free sam-plings included). Plus purchase from an array of gourmet menu offerings and artisan gifts. There will also be live entertainment. Cost is $20 per person. Call (724) 352-9922 or visit http://winetimeatthecolony.com.

* The annual Big Butler Fair will take place June 27 through July 5 at the Big Butler Fairgrounds, 1127 New Castle Rd., Prospect. Enjoy fireworks, the mid-way, games, demolition derbies, con-certs and truck pulls. General admission at the gate is $7 per person before 4 p.m. and $9 after 4 p.m. Call (724) 865-2400 or visit www.bigbutlerfair.com.

* Bruce Hornsby and the Noisemak-ers will perform live as part of the 2014 Allegheny County Summer Concert Series at 7:30 p.m. June 29 at Hartwood Acres Park Amphitheater, 4070 Middle Rd., Allison Park. Admission is free. Call (412) 350-5929 or visit www.allegh-enycounty.us/summer/index.aspx for information or a complete schedule of upcoming shows.

* The annual Pittsburgh Three Riv-ers Regetta is set to take place July 2 through 4 at Point State Park, 101 Commonwealth Place, North Shore. Enjoy live entertainment, dog show, fireworks, kids activities, competitions and much more. Visit www.threeriv-ersregatta.net for complete details.

* The 32nd annual Pittsburgh Vin-tage Grand Prix will take place July 11 through 20 at various locations around Pittsburgh. Visit www.pvgp.org for complete details.

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Seniors for Safe DrivingIf you are age 55 or older and have successfully completed a senior driving education program in the past, you only have to attend a one-day refresher course to renew your insurance discount. If you have never participated in a Senior Driver Improvement Program, you must attend a two-day seminar to earn your automobile insurance discount. The insurance discount is five percent of the total premium for a period of three years. Cost for the course is $15 per person.

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• June 27 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Forbes Regional Hospital, 2570 Haymaker Rd., Monroeville.

• July 17 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Blueberry Hill Retirement Community, 34 Blueberry Lane, Wexford.

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Passavant Hospital Foundation offers drug/alcohol addiction support groups

Drug and alcohol addiction and its accompanying tragedies have touched countless Americans from all

walks of life and from all backgrounds. Bridge to Hope—a support group outreach program of the Passavant Hospi-tal Foundation—provides education and support to such affected families. Anonymity is respected, no registration necessary and it is free of charge. This support group does not offer medical or psychological advice. Meetings take place at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays in Conference Room 1 at the Passavant Hospital Conference Center, 700 Cumberland Woods Village in Allison Park. For more information, call (412) 748-6640.

A second support group, called Beyond Bridge to Hope, is a monthly bereavement support group for adult family members who have experienced the death of a loved one due to drug or alcohol abuse. Meetings are held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month, also at the Passavant Hospital Foundation Conference Center. They are facilitated by a certified grief counselor, whose specialty has been in the area of bereavement for the past 24 years: Susan Wesner, RN, MSN, CS, a psychiatric clinical nurse specialist at Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC. The meetings are free of charge. Beyond Bridge to Hope does not offer medical or psychological advice. No registration is necessary. To learn more call (412) 748-6640 or visit Pas-savantHospitalFoundation.org. PSN

HealthSouth support groupsBrain Injury and Stroke Support Group meets at Health-South Rehabilitation Hospital of Sewickley, 303 Camp Meeting Rd., Sewickley, the third Wednesday of each month from noon to 1:30 p.m. in the third floor board-room. This group is for stroke and brain injury survivors as well as caretakers and families of survivors. Contact Michelle McCann, OTR/L, CBIS for more information at (412)-749-2388.

Amputee Support Group meets at HealthSouth Reha-bilitation Hospital of Sewickley, 303 Camp Meeting Rd., Sewickley, the second Monday of each month from 3 to 4 p.m. This group is for anyone who has experienced limb amputation or cares for someone who has limb loss. For more information contact (412) 749-2255. PSN

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Here in Allegheny County, we are fortunate to have a variety of easy, affordable

and reliable transportation options for older adults. Knowing what they are, which ones you may be eligible for and how to register are essential details for you to know so that you can get around town regularly and maintain your independence.

At the end of the article is a break-down of each service, but first, let’s consider how you can use them in combination to solve your transpor-tation needs. “We are very fortunate in Allegheny County to have a com-prehensive transportation system that operates seven days a week and meets the needs of older adults in both rural and urban sections of Allegheny County,” says Jennifer Georgulis, SeniorLine supervisor for the Allegheny County Depart-ment of Human Services Area Agency on Aging (DHS/AAA). “All older adults should explore eligibil-ity for all transportation programs. You can get almost anywhere you want to go, when you want to go, at a low cost.”

“Despite the rise in the price of fuel and the cost of living, OPT rates have not changed in several years,” adds Jennifer Baker, supervisor for the Community Based and Entry Di-vision/Enrollment Unit. “Beginning July 1, 2014, the share of the cost of an OPT ride will be adjusted. This nominal change will allow the OPT

Getting where you need to go in Allegheny County has never been easier or more affordable

program to continue to provide the least expensive shared-ride service for the senior community. DHS/AAA and the Pennsylvania Lottery will continue to cover most of the cost of your ride.”

To begin taking advantage of avail-able transportation, Denise Strawoet of ACCESS Transportation—which manages several transportation programs in the county—suggests that you place a call to ACCESS to find out all of the programs for which you may be eligible. “Each program may have different eligibility require-ments,” she explains. “Some pro-grams are based on age, your ability to ride Port Authority, and medical needs, as well as the service area in which you live.”

You may be eligible for more than one program and should register for all of the programs offered to you, Denise advises. “An example is if you live in Squirrel Hill, you can register to ride Elder Express. This same person may want to ride Port Authority to shop at Macy’s Down-town, travel on OPT to her senior center, and use 65plus or ADA to visit family and for medical trips she will be eligible for on either OPT or Medical Assistance Transportation (MATP). By calling ACCESS at (412) 562-5353, an operator will provide you with information on all programs you may be eligible for, as well as how to register for the program.”


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ACCESS Transportation is a share-ride program. This means that regardless of the program you ride under, all vehicles are shared. “You may be riding under the 65plus program to visit your daughter and sitting next to someone riding under MATP going to a medical appoint-ment,” Denise explains.

In addition to OPT and ACCESS, Allegheny County seniors can take advantage of a free transit system with Port Authority. In fact, it can be said that if you don’t get your Pennsylvania Senior Citizen ID Card from Port Authority when you turn 65, you’re really missing the bus!

Getting where you need to go in Allegheny County has never been easier or more affordable

Older Persons Transportation

Available: 6 a.m. – 11 p.m.

Cost: Based on type or purpose of trip and age. E-Purse must be set up for payment.* One-way individual trips, ages 60-64: $5.25; One-way individual trips, ages 65 and older: $2.10; Group trips, ages 60 and older: $1.10.

Contact: (412) 562-5385, visit the OPT office at 650 Smithfield St., Suite 440, downtown, or inquire at your local senior center.

OPT is a low-cost, door-to-door alternative sponsored by DHS/AAA and the Pennsylvania Lottery. If you are a county resident age 60 or older, you can use OPT for grocery shopping trips, medical and other health-related appointments, and trips to senior centers. A van is provided by ACCESS Transportation Systems (a transportation service broker serving both the OPT and ACCESS programs) that comes right to your home. Call one day in advance prior to 3 p.m. before your planned trip to arrange service.

OPT also offers group trips that originate from senior centers; out-ings include the theater and other cultural events, shopping malls, lunch trips and day trips. Allow at least one hour for travel when you schedule your pick-up time. If you know when the visit will be over, you may set up a return pick-up time when you schedule your ride. If you don’t know when you will be finished, you may place a “will call” when you are finished, but the wait may be longer than for a pre-scheduled pickup. “Will calls” must be made before 5 p.m.

ACCESS 65+

Available: 6 a.m. to midnight every day

Cost: E-Purse must be set up for payment.* Based on distance of the trip within Allegheny County. One-way minimum fare: $3.15; maximum fare: $5.25.

Contact: (412) 562-5353 or inquire at your senior center.

ACCESS 65+ is the most versatile of all the transportation options for adults 65 and older; there are no restrictions on the purpose or number of trips taken each month. Funded by the Pennsylvania Lot-tery, it offers door-to-door service; riders are required to share their vehicle with others traveling in the same direction at the same time. Trip orders must be placed one day in advance.

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You may be reading this and think-ing, Well, I don’t currently need transportation services because my husband takes me grocery shop-ping, and my daughter gets me to my doctor’s appointments. Why should I register if I don’t need it?

“You never know when you might need to use one of these transporta-tion options,” Jennifer says. “Living in western Pennsylvania, we all know that our weather is unpredict-able. You could have an important doctor’s appointment and find out there is a storm coming the next day. If you are registered, you can schedule a trip and be picked up at your door. Registering doesn’t mean that you need to use the ser-vice the next day, but I encourage everyone to register, regardless.”

No matter where you need to go this year, consider these transpor-tation options. In addition, private transportation is available in certain municipalities and, of course, you always have the option of calling a cab, if needed. PSN

More information on transportation is available in the 2014 Allegheny County Senior Resource Guide, pub-lished by Pittsburgh Senior News; or call DHS/AAA’s SeniorLine at (412) 350-5460 or ACCESS at (412) 562-5353.

ACCESS/ADA

Available: 6 a.m. to midnight every day

Cost: E-Purse must be set up for payment.* Based on distance of the trip within Allegheny County. One-way minimum fare: $3.15; maximum fare: $5.25.

Contact: (412) 562-5353

This door-to-door, shared-ride service is for individuals whose disability prevents them from using a Port Authority bus and may need help get-ting into the vehicle. Eligibility is based on a functional need. ACCESS/ADA is sponsored by Port Authority of Allegheny County and operates throughout their service area. Advance reservations are required.

Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP)

Available: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. every day

Cost: Free for Medical Assistance recipients in Allegheny County

Contact: (888) 547-6287

MATP can only be used for medical appointments. Medical Assistance insurance is required for eligibility.

Port Authority of Allegheny County

Available: All times

Cost: Free with Pennsylvania Senior Citizen ID Card

Contact: (412) 442-2000, visit www.PortAuthority.org or ask for an application at your senior center.

The Port Authority is the most recognizable mode of local public transportation, and it’s free for seniors ages 65 and older. Its bus, light rail transit (the “T”) and subway system provide daily fixed-route mass transit throughout Allegheny County.

To hop on a Port Authority bus, simply present a Pennsylvania Se-nior Citizen Identification Card (blue for men, yellow for women) or a Medicare card at the time of fare payment. If you don’t have this ID card, inquire at your senior center or visit Port Authority’s Downtown Service Center at 534 Smithfield Street and Mellon Square. Complete a simple form and the card will be mailed directly to your home.

The 25-mile T has five routes—Castle Shannon via Beechview, South Hills Village via Beechview, Library, South Hills Village via Overbrook and Allen-town—and three subway stations downtown at Steel Plaza, Wood Street and Gateway Center. The T is free for anyone (of any age) anytime within the Golden Triangle (between Gateway Center, Wood Street, Steel Plaza, Penn Station and First Avenue). To figure out how to get where you need to go on Port Authority, consult their printed schedule or use their online trip planner.

*E-Purse is an electronic account that is established by the rider from which trip fees are deducted.


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The beginning of summer marks the start of the growing season here in Pittsburgh, and farmers’ markets all over Allegheny County are open for

business. This season, be sure to take advantage of the annual Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP), administered through the Allegheny County Department of Human Services Area Agency on Ag-ing (DHS/AAA). Checks will be distributed at senior centers throughout the county on Tuesday, June 17.

Participating in SFMNP can benefit your health, sup-port your local farmers, and expand your knowledge and taste for seasonal produce. To be eligible for the program, you must be 60 years of age or older by De-cember 31, 2014, live in Allegheny County, not live in a residential facility and meet income guidelines ($21,590 annually for one-person household, $29,101 for a two-person household). Remember to bring identification with proof of age and residency to the distribution site. Each senior would be allowed one set of checks (four checks) that are each a $5 value, for a total of $20.

If you are not physically able to get to a senior center, you can designate a proxy to pick up and redeem your checks. An individual can be a proxy for up to two eligible older adults. Proxy forms must be completed correctly, signed by you (the eligible older adult) and presented on June 17 at the distribution site. They are available at senior centers, on the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture website at www.agriculture.state.pa.us and on the Area Agency on Aging website at www.alleghenycounty.us/dhs/olderadults.aspx.

In Pennsylvania, the best produce will be available in the peak season from late July through the end of August. Since farmers’ markets only offer produce when it is in season, take the opportunity to enjoy sweet, juicy strawberries in early summer, fragrant melons mid-summer and savory squash into fall. Eat-ing seasonally is also a great way to ensure that you are getting a variety of vitamins and minerals in your diet. So satisfy your senses and expand your palate by choosing from a colorful assortment of plentiful seasonal produce. PSN

To learn more, visit your local senior center, call Se-niorLine at (412) 350-5460, or contact Allison Ballina at (412) 350-4219 or email [email protected]. For more information, visit www.agriculture.state.pa.us.

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program provides eligible seniors with fresh fruits and vegetables

Allegheny County will host a Veter-ans Symposium from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 14 at the CCAC Allegheny Campus Foerster Student Center.

Registration/continental breakfast will begin at 8 a.m. with Keynote Speaker Sergeant Major Bart Wom-ack to follow at 9 a.m. There will be six breakout sessions covering issues specific to veterans includ-ing employment, entrepreneurship,

benefits, mental health, education and legal issues. After lunch and a panel discussion the morning breakout sessions will be repeated.

Veterans and their family mem-bers are encouraged to come and

connect with local agencies, groups and organizations that provide valuable resources. Ven-dors and agency representa-tives will be available throughout the day.

This event is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is encour-aged, but not required. Call (412) 350-6109 for more information and to register. PSN

Allegheny County to host Veterans Symposium

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Volume 5, Issue 9

June Menu Allegheny County Department of Human Services

Area Agency on AgingBirmingham Towers, 2100 Wharton St., Second Floor

Pittsburgh, PA 15203

Serving the older adults of Allegheny County Rich Fitzgerald, Allegheny County Executive

William McKain, Allegheny County Manager

Marc Cherna, DirectorMildred E. Morrison, Administrator

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:

Contact Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging’s SeniorLine at (412) 350-5460;

Toll Free – 1 (800) 344-4319; TDD – (412) 350-2727 or visit www.alleghenycounty.us/dhs/aaa.

SOCIAL SERVICESInformation and ReferralCare ManagementAdult Day ServicesAdult Foster CareHome Delivered MealsHome Health Services Personal Care/ Home Support ServicesProtective ServicesLong Term Living CounselingHealth Insurance CounselingFamily Caregiver SupportCompanions for HomeboundNursing Home Resident Advocacy

Information and Assistance Service Partner Agencies At Senior Community Centers

Allentown Senior Center (412) 481-5484Catholic Youth Association (412) 621-3342Citiparks (412) 422-6570Eastern Area Adult Services, Inc. (412) 829-9250Hill House Association Senior Services (412) 392-4450Jewish Community Center (412) 521-8010LifeSpan, Inc. (412) 464-1300

Lutheran Service Society (412) 734-9330Northern Area Multi-Service Center (412) 781-1176Penn Hills Senior Center (412) 244-3400Plum Senior Community Center (412) 795-2330Riverview Community Action Corp. (412) 828-1062Seton Center, Inc. (412) 344-4777Vintage, Inc. (412) 361-5003

SENIOR CENTER SERVICESEducation ProgramsExercise and FitnessVolunteer OpportunitiesSocial and Recreational ProgramsCongregate MealsLegal ServicesAssistance in Applying for Benefit ProgramsHealth Insurance Counseling

Monday, June 2: Sweet and sour pork, carrots, snow peas and pineapple, brown rice, mandarin oranges.

Tuesday, June 3, Birthday menu: Boneless chicken breast, broccoli florets, diced paprika potatoes, brownie.

Wednesday, June 4: Roast beef, whipped potatoes, tossed salad, banana.

Thursday, June 5: Sliced turkey breast with gravy, yams, leaf spinach, peach cuts.

Friday, June 6: Baked cod, scalloped potatoes, peas, apple.

Monday, June 9: Barbecue shredded beef, au gratin potatoes, broccoli florets, pineapple tidbits.

Tuesday, June 10: Boneless pork loin, green rice, Harvard beets, orange.

Wednesday, June 11: Boneless chicken, whipped potatoes, green beans, banana.

Thursday, June 12: Springs in pasta sauce with meatballs, tossed salad, apple.

Friday, June 13: Tuna salad, potato salad, marinated cucum-bers, mandarin oranges.

Monday, June 16: Swiss steak, noodles, Brussels sprouts, peach cuts.

Tuesday, June 17, Farmer’s Market Day: Turkey with gravy, potatoes, broccoli florets, oatmeal-raisin cookies.

Wednesday, June 18: Coney Island Hot Dog with chili sauce, cole slaw with a twist, green and wax beans, banana.

Thursday, June 19: Chicken, spinach salad, yams, pear cuts.

Friday, June 20: Cabbage roll with ground beef, whipped potatoes, carrot coins, watermelon cuts.

Monday, June 23: Cod with lemon pepper, scalloped pota-toes, stewed tomatoes with zucchini, pineapple tidbits.

Tuesday, June 24: Italian meatballs, broccoli florets, penne, fruit cocktail.

Wednesday, June 25: Tuna noodle casserole, sweet and sour slaw, Italian green beans, apple.

Thursday, June 26: Open face meatloaf sandwich, whipped potatoes, mixed vegetables, nectarine.

Friday, June 27: Sweet and sour pork, carrots, pea pods, brown rice, orange.

Monday, June 30: Beef tips, whipped potatoes, carrot coins, peach cuts. PSN


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275 Curry Hollow Road Pittsburgh, PA 15236

(412) 653-6450 • (800) 288-5625

Barrier Free Stairlifts ...Stairlift specialists

• Straight and curve stairlifts

• New and used models

• Large selection of used stairglides

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Photos taken from http://images.library.pitt.edu/

By Ronald Zembruski For Pittsburgh Senior News

Can you identify them? The answers are on page 3.

1. A Revolutionary War financier, a local uni-versity is named after him.

2. The inventor of the air brake, patented in 1869, he set up a manu-facturing company for the product in Wilm-erding.

3. In 1901 a large cor-poration was created by a merger of the companies of J. P. Morgan, Andrew Carnegie, Elbert Gary, and Charles Schwab.

4. This millionaire financier served as U.S. Secretary of the Treasury under three presidents 1921 to 1932.

5. This Pittsburgh based oil company opened the first drive-in gas station in the U.S. on Dec 1, 1913, in East Liberty.

6. Created by the West-inghouse Electric Cor-poration, it claimed to be the world’s first com-mercially licensed ra-dio station with its first

broadcast on the air Nov 2, 1920, with the returns of the U.S. presidential election.

7. The first polio vaccine was developed in 1952 by a doctor at University of Pittsburgh.

8. The first community sponsored educational TV sta-tion in the U.S. went on the air April 1, 1954.

9. The first pull-tab on cans was developed by a Pitts-burgh company in 1962 for Iron City Beer.

10. A father and daughter newscaster team anchored a news broadcast on KDKA TV during the 1970’s.

Pittsburgh history trivia

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Caring for the Caregiver

Q: How was Gallagher Home Health Services founded?

A: In 2004, Diane Karcz, RN and her brother, Gary J. Gallagher, created this agency in honor of their mother, Iva R. Gallagher. They wanted to follow in her footsteps and “treat everyone like fam-ily.” Using this motto to guide them, the business has grown from three employ-ees to 103, and one patient to an average daily census over 600. Gallagher Home Health Services has been named to the “Home Care Elite” every year since its inception, with top scores in improving patient outcomes and our community set us apart from our competitors.

Q: What is the difference between Home Health Services and Home Care Services?

A: Home Health Services include skilled care such as skilled nursing, physi-cal therapy, occupational and speech therapy, social services, home health aide

visits and mental health nursing (these are intermittent skilled visits provided in patients’ homes to help them recover from an illness, surgery or other medi-cal condition). Home Care Services are typically non-medical services to help patients stay in their home safely, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, companion, homemaking, medication reminder and more. Care can be provid-ed in hours, visits or shifts in the home.

Q: Who typically pays for both Home Health and Home Care Services?

A: Home Health Services must be or-dered by a physician and are paid for by Medicare, Medicaid and a variety of commercial insurances. The recipi-ent must meet certain criteria that may include homebound status to qualify for services. Home Care Services can be paid for through private pay, PDA Waiver, VA Services and most long-term care insurance policies.

Q: When looking for Home Health or Home Care Services, what are some important questions patients and their families should ask?

A: Is the provider licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Health? Are caregivers bonded and insured? What type of screening process does the agency require? How does the provider select and train their caregiv-ers? Does the agency provide nurses to oversee the care clients are receiving in their homes? How does the agency compare to its competitors? Does the agency have a patient advocate to serve its clients? Does the agency provide a free nursing assessment to its potential clients? PSN

For more information on Gallagher Home Health Services, call (412) 279-7800; to learn more about Gallagher Home Care Services, call (412) 279-2257 or visit www.gallagherhhs.com.

A Q&A with Gallagher Home Health Services

A Division of Gallagher Home Health Services Home Care Services

For information on Gallagher Home Care Services contact:

Katie Poeschel, Director of Home Care Development

[email protected]

We’ll take care of you like family . . . because those are the values instilled in us by our Mom

Our Home HealthDivision can provide you with Skilled Servicesordered by your physician and generally paid for by your insurance company. This may include:

• Skilled Nursing • Mental Health Nursing • Physical Therapy • Occupational Therapy • Speech Therapy • Social Work • Home Health Aides

Do you have questions?

Call us at

412-279-7800Or visit us at

www.Gallagherhhs.com

Iva Gallagher Our Mom, Our Motivation

Care can be Provided in Hours, Visits or Shifts • Personal Care

• Bathing, Dressing, Grooming, Toileting • May include Companion & Homemaking Services

• Companions • Medication Management

• Homemaking • Private Duty Nursing or

Home Health Aides • PDA and VA Services • Long Term Care Insurances • Worker’s Compensation

Gallagher Home Care can provide you with the Medical or Non-Medical services you need to stay in your home safely. Over 5,000 people have trusted us to provide their care and you can too.

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By Judy Dodd, MS, RD, LDN Giant Eagle Corporate Nutritionist For Pittsburgh Senior News

Separating nutrition facts from fables, wish lists and outright lies is

becoming more difficult. The abundance of information on the Internet is a part of it, complicated by the celebri-ties who are willing to share their names on products and books.

Here are some nutrition-related questions that I’ve recently encountered in my work as a nutritionist.

Q. What’s the latest on eggs? I miss eating them!

A. Unless you are allergic to eggs, you can still enjoy them. Unless your doctor and registered dietitian (RD) have advised you otherwise, enjoy safely cooked eggs in moderation. It is the yolk

Separating more nutrition facts from fablesthat’s the issue if you are trying to keep cholesterol under control but even the American Heart Association puts moderation for egg yolks at three per week. For some of us, the cholesterol amount isn’t an issue. As for the whites, this is the highest quality protein with no fat! Two eggs, discarding one yolk, is a base for scrambled eggs; and more breakfast options focus on egg whites. As for the cooking, “dippy” eggs are not considered safe unless you buy pasteurized eggs. By all means, keep the added fat down when cooking, which means keep the bacon crisp and drained!

Q. Why the focus on broc-coli and other cruciferous vegetables?

A. There is some fact behind the emphasis on including broccoli, cauliflower, Brus-sels sprouts and cabbage. Along with being a source of vitamins A and C and miner-als like potassium, studies indicate that they may help control internal inflamma-tion. That can be great news for those of us who find our muscles don’t respond as well as they used to; how-ever, these are also veggies

that your doctor has told you are sources of vitamin K . . . and your medications are an issue. The good news is that enjoying them is still possible with some help from your MD (testing your blood levels and adjusting medications) and your RD (finding the right choices for you). Have you tried roast-ing cauliflower or Brussels sprouts with a spray of oil? Heaven!

Q. Do I need to aim for the “right” body mass index, or BMI?

A: No! It is true there is a safer range for BMI but it is

not an absolute and things like age, gender, amount of muscle mass and body build have to be taken into ac-count. Added weight com-plicates things and may bring on diabetes, heart disease, blood pressure and mobility issues, thus putting emphasis on numbers on a scale. But genetics and the effect of some medications should be factored in to your personal weight goals. Add to this advice that as we age, some added weight can serve as protection. The bigger issues are eating for health and having regular and safe exercise. PSN

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Affordable, Comfortable Retirement Living

Rent is based on income.

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Lawrenceville Now accepting applications for 1-bedroom apartments.Eligibility: 62 years or older.

• HUD subsidized rent based on income

• Equipped kitchen, w/w carpet, air conditioning,

laundry facilities, and community room.

Call [email protected]

Uptown Ebenezer Tower Apartments

420 Dinwiddie Street, Pgh, PA. 15219 62 Years or Older or Mobility Impaired

• 1 Bedroom Apartments • W/W Carpet • Balcony

• Card Entry Access Intercom TV System • Central Air and Heat

• Utilities Included • Equipped Kitchen

• Laundry Facilities on Each Floor • 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance • Public Transportation at Corner

Income Limits Apply 1 Person: $22,050 2 Persons: $25,200 (412) 391-9465

East Liberty - Pennley Commons

Senior ApartmentAccepting ApplicationsOne bedroom, full appliances,W/W, A/C, off street parking

Income limits applyCall (412) 362-2040 or stop by the

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Lynn Williams Apartments

3710 Brighton Rd. Pittsburgh, PA 15212

• Affordable housing for seniors

62 years of age and older.

• HUD subsidized rent

based on income

• Income limitations apply.

Come see all that we have to offer!

Call (412) 734-4229

West LakeAPARTMENTS

1015 Crucible St. West End, PA 15220

RENT-ASSISTED HOUSINGPERSONS AGE 62 or OLDER

1 bedroom apartments • equipped kitchen • A/C

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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS

CALL: (412) 829-3910

Mon.-Fri. 9 am to 5 pmEQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

1005 Herron Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15219

(412) 683-5850

62 years of age and older Each unit features • wall-to-wall carpet

• individually controlled heat and AC • large storage areas • pantry

• linen closet • an intercom system • emergency pull cord devices in every

bedroom and bathroom • secured doors with spring locks

& peep holes • Handicapped accessible

John Paul Plaza

Brinton Towers Apartments• One Bedroom and Large Efficiency Apartments

• Wall to Wall Carpeting • Public Transportation at Door

• Equipped Kitchen ‑ Frost‑free Refrigerator

• Community Room ‑ Lounge Areas ‑ Billiard Room

• Laundry Facilities on Each Floor • Air Conditioning

• Card Entry Access ‑ Intercom System

• Lunch Program Available • Off Street Parking

• Affordable Living ‑ Rent Based on Income

• 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance Service • Hair Salon

• Residents 55 plus or Disabled/Handicapped

Hours: Mon‑Fri. 8 a.m.‑5 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.‑1 p.m.

Don’t wait, call today! (412) 824-9000

3000 Locust St., Pittsburgh, PA 15221

Lloyd McBride Court614 Lincoln Ave.

Millvale, PA 15209

• Affordable housing for seniors

62 years of age and older.

• HUD subsidized rent

based on income

• Income limitations apply.

Come see all that we have to offer!

Call (412) 821-4474

Milliones Manor

Apartments 2827 Bedford Avenue

Pittsburgh, PA 15219

NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS for one and two bedroom units

• All household members

must be 62 years of age or older.

• Income restrictions apply.

• Section 8 vouchers and

certifications accepted. For more details call (412) 681-6350

Wood Towers Apartments

810 Wood St., Wilkinsburg

• One bedroom • Section 8 Certified Housing • 62 Years of Age or if disabled must be mobility or sensory impaired • On-site

management • Central air and heat • Laundry facility • Balcony • Intercom

system • Community room

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ORMSBY MANORAPARTMENTS

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RENT-ASSISTED HOUSINGPERSONS AGE 62 or OLDER

1 bedroom apartments • equipped kitchen • A/C

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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONSPLEASE CALL:

(412) 829-3910 or 1 (800) 238-7555

Mon.-Fri. 9 am to 5 pmEQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

493 Castle Shannon Blvd.Pittsburgh, PA 15234

Affordable housing for seniors age 62 and older or mobility impaired

HUD subsidized onebedroom apartments

Call 412-563-6566 or visit www.baptisthomes.org

Steelworkers TowerElderly Hi-Rise

2639 Perrysville Avenue • Now accepting applications

for efficiency and onebedroom apartments

• Eligibility: 62 years old or in need of features of an accessible unit

• Section 8 certified• Equipped kitchen, W/W carpet,

A/C, FREE laundry facilities, lounge area, community room and balconies.

• Equal Housing Opportunity

Call (412) 321-2460 [email protected]

Forest Hills Senior Apartments

2111 Ardmore Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA 15221

RENT ASSISTED HOUSINGPERSONS AGED 62 OR OLDER

1 BEDROOM APARTMENTSEquipped Kitchen, W/W Carpeting,

A/C, Window Coverings, Community Room, Laundry Facility,

Secure Intercom Access, Public Transportation, Walk-In Shower

Income Limits Apply

Equal Housing Opportunity

1 (800) 238-7555

Housing for Seniors (62 or older)

or Mobility Impaired (18 or older)

HUD subsidized rent based on income

1 Bedroom Apartments Now Accepting Applications

• Elevator Building • On-Site Parking

• On-Site Management

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By Barbara Bush AARP Communications Specialist For Pittsburgh Senior News

Recently, I attended a Caregivers Forum in Allentown. It was an

opportunity to get out into other volunteer venues to keep in touch with AARP volunteer prospects in east and central Pennsylvania.

During the question-and-answer portion of this excel-lent program, a gentleman spoke up about the need for people to reach out to caregivers. He explained that he lost his spouse about two years ago and is still deeply feeling the loss. He shared that he was a retired engineer and related the lonesome-ness and isolation that men often feel when left alone. “It’s much easier for women in the same position,” he commented (a perception but not necessarily true). He

AARP hosts orientation sessions for new volunteersasked the doctors and panel-ists where he could go for help. And my first thought was: Get out and volunteer! He could help others and share his expertise.

Guess what? This was one of the suggestions given by the experienced panelists. Many of you might like to volun-teer but do not realize what it entails. For this reason, AARP is setting up volun-teer orientation sessions to explain the avenues open to different types of volun-teers. Some people prefer episodic roles, engaging at intermittent event such as senior fairs or our Presents for Patients program. Oth-ers are searching for a more involved or consistent role.

Your time, skills and talents are critical to the success of AARP endeavors. There are many roads for AARP vol-unteer engagement. They fall under three primary branches and this is often explained as a three-legged stool: Advocacy, Education and Community Service. You may choose to be in-volved in one area or ex-plore all three.

Here are a few examples:

Leadership (many different paths here)

Tax-Aide

Safe Driving

Money Management

Drive to End Hunger (SNAP Education)

At the orientation, you will learn about AARP’s rich history of more than 50 years of serving our peers. Doctor Ethel Percy Andrus is the founder of AARP and her history is included. You will be introduced to the philosophy of volunteer-ing, how the national board of directors is made up of volunteers like you and me, AARP’s vision and mission, and more. Closing out the orientation will be AARP policies and commitment to

their volunteers, as well as a business operations por-tion that includes travel and reimbursement procedures

We are at a new crossroad of our lives, we probably have retired from one career and know that we are too viable to just sit around and become a couch potato. We want to help and may be looking for that new path to follow. The challenge from Dr. Andrus is “ to live up to our better selves, to believe well of our fellow men and perhaps by doing so to help create the good, to experiment, to explore, to change, and to grow.”

Are you ready to volunteer? Invite a friend to come along and join you in your quest. Visit Createthegood.org, or call Rebecca Delphia at (412) 759-8057 or me at (412) 761-1549 for more information. PSN

Shingles vaccine is available for Kmart Pharmacy customers 50 and older.

Medicare Part D enrollees pay the copay determined by their plan.

Bridgeville (412) 257-3244 Coraopolis (412) 262-1570 Moon Twp (412) 859-0136

North Hills (412) 369-9712 North Versailles (412) 823-7270 West View (412) 931-1702

Shingles vaccine now available at Kmart Pharmacy

View current and past issues of Pittsburgh Senior News.

Visit our website at www.pittsburghseniornews.com

Call (412) 367-2522 or visit www.pittsburghseniornews.com

for more information.

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AARP NewsBirmingham AARP #2757 will meet at 12:30 p.m. June 25 at Birmingham United Church of Christ, 25 Carrick Ave. There will be bingo af-ter the meeting. Coffee, tea and pastries will be served for a donation. Visitors are welcome.

Dormont AARP #3016 will meet noon June 12 at the new location St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, Broadway Ave., Beechview. The meeting will be held in the church basement. Park-ing is available. Members are encouraged to attend and learn more about chap-ter changes.

Kennedy AARP Chapter #2203 would like to invite

seniors 55 and older to join meetings held at noon on the fourth Tuesday of each month at the Kennedy Township Fire Hall, Pine Hollow Road. The meeting is followed by refreshments and bingo. Every other month there is entertain-ment. Call (412) 771-5183 for more information.

Moon Area AARP #3451 will meet at 1 p.m. June 26 at Sharon Presbyterian Church, 522 Carnot Rd., Moon Township. Fraud spe-cialist Dawn Moser will talk about detecting and pre-venting fraud. Coffee and pastries will be served after the program. New members and guests welcome.

H.A. English and Associates, P.C.Attorneys at Law

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Pittsburgh-West AARP #638 will have thier annual indoor picnic at noon June 16 at the Ingram Borough Building, 40 West Prospect Ave., Ingram. Members and guests welcome. Reserva-tions are required by calling Carol at (412) 276-2639.

Whitehall AARP Chap-ter #2050 holds monthly meetings. All are wel-come. Dues are $7 per year plus a membership with the National AARP Group (www.aarp.org or 888-our-aarp). For more information, call Christine Lakomy (412) 881-1726 or email [email protected]. PSN


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By Henry Peter Gribbin For Pittsburgh Senior News

About five years ago I bought a build-it-yourself kit of Forbes Field designed by Len Martin.

I worked on this model for a good part of the summer and when it was done I took a look at my masterpiece. My finished product was so misshapen and so out of whack that it looked like something Picasso would have made.

My version of Forbes Field was hidden away on the third floor of our house.

There was a supplement to the model, a booklet filled with pictures and little known facts about Forbes Field written by Dan Bonk. The supplement itself was well worth the cost of the model.

I read through the pages and I found something that caught my eye. On Saturday, May 25, 1935 Babe Ruth hit the final three homeruns of his career at Forbes Field while playing for the

Babe Ruth’s feat just one of many at Forbes Field

Boston Braves. I already knew this fact, but reading further I found out that Ruth’s final homer – number 714 – was the first ever to clear the right field roof. The supplement went on to say that the

ball landed on top of a house situated at 318 Bouquet Street and that the house still stands.

I went looking for 318 Bouquet and found it. Forbes Field is long gone, but by standing in front of the house and looking north I could visualize where Forbes Field once stood. I imagined Ruth’s final homer sailing over the right field stands, crossing over Bouquet Street and landing on the roof of 318.

Paul Waner, one of the Pittsburgh Pi-rates who played that day, had this to say about Ruth’s final homerun: “Who said the old Babe can’t smack ‘em any-more? That second homer must have traveled 450 feet and the third close to 600 if I’m not mistaken.” This quote ap-peared in The Pittsburgh Post Gazette the following Monday.

In the game played May 25, Ruth went four for four at the plate. His first hom-er of the day came in the first inning against Red Lucas. His second homer

Photo credit: http://baberuth.com

Babe Ruth

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Gable Ridge

8000 Beacon Hill Dr., Wilkinsburg, PA 15221

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came in the second inning against Guy Bush. Ruth smacked a single in the fifth and in the seventh inning Ruth hit his final homerun against Bush.

What is interesting is that in batting practice Ruth had broken his bat. He sent the batboy into the dugout to pick a bat out of the rack. This is the one he used that magnificent day when 10,000 Pittsburghers witnessed one of the greatest feats of athletic prowess in Forbes Field’s history. However, even Ruth’s heroics couldn’t help Boston that day as the Pirates won the game, 11-7.

Going back to the supplement, Dan Bonk wrote that Gus Miller, owner of Miller ’s News Stand in Oakland, reportedly retrieved the ball the next day. Miller was at that time the head usher at Forbes Field.

That historic feat in May, 1935 wasn’t the first time Ruth dazzled Pittsburgh fans. In the 1927 World Series, Pitts-burgh took on the New York Yankees.

Several sports writers reported that New York claimed the championship before the series even started. Prior to the first game, which was held in Pittsburgh, Ruth, Lou Gehrig and the rest of the Yankee line-up put on a show of hitting homer after homer in batting practice. This Yankee team was dubbed “Murders Row,” and this display of power seemed to unnerve the Pirates. They were swept in the series, four

games to zero. In the series Ruth hit two homeruns, both in New York.

For baseball fans, a trip to see 318 Bouquet Street and the home plate from Forbes Field imbedded in the front of Pitt’s Forbes Quadrangle will bring back a lot of memories. A small section of the center field wall is also still in place, a reminder of times past. PSN

Photo taken from www.clpgh.org/exhibit/neighborhoods/oakland/oak_n713.html.

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Following is a list of resources that are relevant to issues ef-fecting seniors. We are providing this as an easy reference for information that you may need now or in the future.

AARP: www.aarp.org. The National site for AARP (formerly known as the American Association of Retired Persons), a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization for people, ages 50 years and older. Call 1 (888) 687-2277.

Alzheimer’s Association: www.alzpa.org. Programs and services for individuals and families coping with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory disorders. Call 1 (800) 272-3900.

Allegheny County Area Agency on Aging: www.allegh-enycounty.us/dhs/aaa. Gives detailed information on aging programs. Call SeniorLine at (412) 350-5460; Toll Free – 1 (800) 344-4319; TDD – (412) 350-2727

Benefits Checkup: www.benefitscheckup.org. An on-line questionnaire to help search for a list of all state and federal benefits.

COMPASS (Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Application for Social Services): www.compass.state.pa.us. Enables Pennsylvania citizens to apply for social services programs online. Call 1 (800) 692-7462.

Eldercare Locator: www.eldercare.gov. Contains informa-tion on the complete array of services and programs of interest for older adults. Call 1 (800) 677-1116.

Government Benefits: www.GovBenefits.gov. The of-ficial benefits website of the government that connects people in need to government assistance programs. Call 1 (800) 333-4636.

Medicare: www.medicare.gov. The official government site for Medicare consumer information. Call 1 (800) 633-4227.

Pennsylvania Hunger Action Center: www.pahunger.org. A non profit organization working to end hunger and ensure food security for all Pennsylvanians. The link for Pennsylva-nia food programs provides information on various nutrition resources in our state. Call 1 (800) 634-2033.

Pennsylvania Long-Term Care: www.helpinpa.state.pa.us. Provides long-term care information on available service op-tions, including home care, public and private financing of those options, and other issues. Call 1 (866) 286-3636.

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Taken from www.ahajokes.com.

New driver’s license

Martin had just received his brand new drivers license. The family troops out to the driveway, and climbs in the car, where he is going to take them for a ride for the first time. Dad immediately heads for the back seat, directly behind the newly minted driver.

“I’ll bet you’re back there to get a change of scenery after all those months of sitting in the front passenger seat teaching me how to drive,” says the beaming boy to his father.

“Nope,” comes dad’s reply, “I’m gonna sit here and kick the back of your seat as you drive, just like you’ve been doing to me all these years.”

Heard on a public bus

Heard on a public transportation vehicle in Orlando.

“When you exit the bus, please be sure to lower your head and watch your step.”

“If you miss your step and hit your head, please lower your voice and watch your language. Thank you.”

Bellefield DwellingsHistoric building located in the Oakland Civic Center

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cultural activities and health care facilities. Building with on-site laundry and roof garden.

Income-based rent, Section 8 with utilities included.Applications accepted daily from 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

4400 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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Elliott Heights1110 Steuben St., Pittsburgh, PA 15220

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Alia Carter, Senior Manager(412) 920-7181

Rent is based on income. HUD subsidized.

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Individually controlled heat/air conditioning Utilities Included *

AJ Demor Towers – Verona

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Income and age restrictions apply. Contact the community of your choice for details.

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Equipped Kitchens Mini blinds

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24 hour emergency maintenance Cable TV ready

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Great songs sweetly sung-musical theater, big band, ethnic and folk, oldies, operetta and opera. Catherine Bomstein (412) 6000577.Entertainment: Christmas (Mrs. Claus), St. Patrick’s (Leprechaun), Patriotic, Hawaiian Luau, Ethnic (Italian, Mexican, etc.) Strolling Mandolin, Sing-a-Long, Affordable! (412) 731-1322.Always fun! John Cigna’s favorite entertainer, Jimmy Sapienza, and his gifted blind pianist, Keith Stebler, are ready to perform for your group. Email: [email protected]. Call Jimmy (412) 916-6055. Don’t delay. Reserve your date today.Laughter Yoga, laugh your socks off without jokes. Call (412) 271-7660, email [email protected] or visit www.compassionatelaughter.net.Pianist Craig Zinger. Knockout Victor Borge-style show: Boogie, hilarious parodies (Pierogi Polka), toe-tapping singalongs. (412)-608-8429. Sings 50’s and 60’s love songs for seniors. Call Brian (724) 205-1429.Singer-Songs of Love by Dean Martin, Elvis, Frank Sinatra, Perry Como, Nat King Cole, Andy Williams, Bobby Vinton and other all time favorites. Bob (412) 487-3134.Frankie Capri presents The Dean Martin, Elvis, Frank Sinatra, Tribute Variety Show. (412) 4692299.Comedy Magician Al Mazing (412) 600-4903 or almazing.com.Sue Gartland: Singer/Songwriter, Guitarist; Folk and Country Music (724) 889-6986.Singing for AARP, Christmas, Valentines, Birthdays, featuring Dean, Elvis, Frank, Oldies. Bob (412) 487-3134.Ventriloquist Cindy Speck. Seniors are my favorite audience. (724) 452-5889.Everything Old Is New Again, a lighthearted musical comedy by Sheila Cartiff. Entertainer available for day or evening performances. Contact Sheila (412) 856-1259 or [email protected] Ryan. Solo ragtime piano and dance trio. (412) 331-8368.Dennis Smalley sings Inspirational Songs and Military Tributes (412) 901-6327.Joe Marotta: Singer/Showman. (724) 836-3362.Patty Hahn, Vocalist. Featuring the “Hits of Rosemary Clooney” and songs from the 40’s and 50’s. (412) 793-2637.Master Magician Chuck Caputo. Live bunnies/birds. Reasonable. (412) 825-0822.Bobby Shawn. Singer-entertainer. (724) 745-3064; www.bobbyshawn.com.Dean, Rock and Roll and A Little Blue-Eyed Soul. (412) 605-9536.Popular Broadway Songs from South Pacific, Carousel, Camelot, Sound of Music, Showboat and King and I. Bob (412) 487-3134.Patti Eberle. Comedy, variety and musical fun. (412) 561-7161.Sassy Seniors (formerly BTEI) Musical Theatre Troupe, songs, dancing, comedy skits. (412) 367-3093. Edwardo, Accordionist, One-Man Band. (412) 687-6416; www.edwardomusic.com.Eddie Ace: Magician and Comedian. Guaranteed Fun Show. (412) 462-1557.Speakers Available:Senior Lifestyle Connections. Exploring senior living options. Stan (724) 787-7030.Mr. John. Lecure: American Names~Their origin and meaning. Irish culture too. (412) 758-5446.Free kidney health presentation by Nation Kidney Foundation. (412) 261-4115.Crime Prevention presentations by Deputy Sheriff S. Jason Tarap. (412) 350-6374.Vector Security has speakers available for your group. Jack 1 (800) 756-9161.

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62 and Older

➻ Central Air ➻ Community/Game Room

➻ Controlled Access ➻ Elevator

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➻ One-Bedroom Floor Plan➻ All Utilities Included

(412) 798-5589Alia Carter, Senior ManagerRent is based on income. HUD subsidized.

HARRISON HI RISE Senior Apartments

2006 Broadview Blvd., Natrona Heights, PA 15065

Rent Assistance

Harrison Hi Rise is a Secure Apartment building conveniently located near shopping and public transportation.

Amenities Include:

All Utilities Community Room

Air Conditioning Video Surveillance

Individual Balcony Community Life Services

Laundry Facilities Fitness Room

Call (724) 224-4571 for more information.

Congratulations to Robert Davie Chess who won last month’s contest. The answers were: 1. (D) Denmark; 2. (D) England; 3. (C) Haiti; 4. (D) Indonesia; 5. (C) Peru; 6. (B) Russia; 7. (B) Tunisia; 8. (D) Yemen.

Summer Sports Word ScrambleUnscramble the words for a chance to win $30 cash.

To enter, mail your answers to Pittsburgh Senior News Contest, P.O. Box 11126, Pittsburgh, PA 15237. One entry per person. Correct entries will be eligible for our drawing. One winner will be drawn. Entries must be received by the 15th of this month. Answers will be published in the next edition of Pittsburgh Senior News.

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Berg Manor 40 Holland Ave., Braddock, PA 15104

Broadview Manor 270 Broadway, Pitcairn, PA 15140

Electric Avenue 325 Electric Ave., E. Pittsburgh, PA 15112

Heritage Park 1311 Delaware Ave., White Oak, PA 15131

Parkledge Arms 1600 Rosedale St., N. Versailles, PA 15137

Pennshaw Estates 101-119 Shaw Ave., Turtle Creek, PA 15145

The Brandywine Agency

The Brandywine Agency (412) 349-3999 • www.pghapts.com

Other properties: • Port Vue Apartments, 1810 Myer Ave., Port Vue, PA 15133

• Versailles Apartments, 4626 Walnut St., McKeesport, PA 15132 • Shady Park Place, 415 Lobinger Ave, North Braddock, PA 15104

• Vantage Court, 805 Ann St., Homestead, PA 15120 • Heritage Court, 308 East Eighth Ave., Homestead, PA 15120

• Harriet Tubman Terrace, 550 Negley Run Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA 15206

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