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CAREGIVER PROGRAM: The Alzheimer’s Association Greater East Ohio Area Chapter has a new caregiver relief program called The Jan & Josephine Castora Family Caregiver Relief Program, which pays for agency caregivers to assist families needing help caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia.
For more information, people can go to alz.org/eastohio/carerelief.
Visit www.alz.org or call our 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900.
PERI WELCOMES RETIREES / EMPLOYEES: Ohio Public Employees, retired or working, are eligible to join the State Organization and the local Chapter by calling Marilyn at 330-565 6913 or visiting the Chapter 18 website at www.mahoningperi.com.
MEMORY SCREENINGS VIRTUAL: The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is offering a free virtual memory screening. Appointments can be scheduled by calling AFA at 866-232-8484 or by visiting www.alzfdn.org. Screenings are conducted every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through secure videoconference. There are no minimum age or insurance prerequisites.
To schedule a screening or for more information about brain health and lifestyle choices that can help promote healthy aging, visit AFA’s website at www.alzfdn.org or call AFA’s Helpline at 866-232-8484.
AUSTINTOWN SENIOR CENTER: The Austintown Senior Center, 112 Westchester Drive, has reopened. 330-953-1416; austintownseniorcenter.org.
The schedule for next week:
• Monday: Painting video, 9:30 a.m.; Bible study, 9 a.m.; floor sculpt, 9:30 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; painting class, 10 a.m.; senior spinning, 10:30 a.m.; chair volleyball, 11:30 a.m.; bridge group, noon; lunch from Belleria, noon; computer class (Windows 10);
• Tuesday: Video course, 9 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; Drum Your Way Fit, 10 a.m.; video chair yoga, 11 a.m.; spades, 11:30 a.m.; lunch from Falcon Grille, noon; SNAP Nutrition Class, 12:30 p.m.; computer class (Windows 10);
• Wednesday: Video course, 9 a.m.; blood pressure check, 9 a.m.; trip to Canfield Fair, 9 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; dominos, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; beginner’s ukulele, 11:30 a.m.; lunch from Bamboo Garden, noon; ukulele class, 12:30 p.m.; chair volleyball, 1 p.m.; trip to Canfield Fair, 2 p.m.;
• Thursday: Video course, 9 a.m.; wood carving, 9 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; senior spinning, 10 a.m.; Walking Club, 10 a.m.; chair yoga, 10:30 a.m.; chair volleyball, 11:30 a.m.; lunch from El Jalapeno II, noon; bingo, 1 p.m.;
• Friday: Bible study, 9 a.m.; senior spinning, 9 a.m.; fencing, 9 a.m.; total body sculpt, 10 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; card playing, 10 a.m. cards 500 bid, 10 a.m.
SENIOR WATCH PROGRAM: Liberty residents 60 and older may sign up for the Liberty Township Senior Watch Program. Contact Marcy Orlando, police secretary, at 330-759-1315, or Joy, fire secretary, at 330-759-0363, Ext. 102.
FOOD DELIVERY: Direction Home of Eastern Ohio is partnering with various agencies for Families First Coronavirus Response Act funding for no-contact food deliveries to seniors 60 and older.
Agencies for Mahoning and Columbiana counties include Easterseals, 330-884-2513, and Jewish Family Services, 330-746-7929.
FALL PREVENTION GUIDE: The Ohio Department of Public Safety Division of EMS joined with the Ohio Injury Prevention Partnership and released an updated “Elderly Fall Prevention Resource Guide” for EMS providers and the general public.
Download a copy of the guide at www.publicsafety.ohio.gov/links/EMS5934.pdf.
Senior news
CAREGIVER PROGRAM: The Alzheimer’s Association Greater East Ohio Area Chapter has a new caregiver relief program called The Jan & Josephine Castora Family Caregiver Relief Program, which pays for agency caregivers to assist families needing help caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia.
For more information, people can go to alz.org/eastohio/carerelief.
Visit www.alz.org or call our 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900.
VOLUNTEERS INVITED: Those interested in volunteering are invited to free coffee and doughnuts at the Austintown Senior Center on Aug. 25.
There is no formal program scheduled other than to connect and discuss the changing landscape of volunteer opportunities in Mahoning and Trumbull counties. Attendees are welcome to come and go at their leisure 9:30 to 11 a.m.
While AmeriCorps Seniors is for individuals 55 and better who want to volunteer and give back to their community, all ages are welcome for coffee and doughnuts. AmeriCorps Seniors is partnering with the Senior Support Action Group for this event.
If attending, call 330-261-2631 or email lsakacs@fcsohio.org.
MEMORY SCREENINGS VIRTUAL: The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is offering a free virtual memory screening. Appointments can be scheduled by calling AFA at 866-232-8484 or by visiting www.alzfdn.org. Screenings are conducted every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through secure video conference. There are no minimum age or insurance prerequisites.
To schedule a screening or for more information about brain health and lifestyle choices that can help promote healthy aging, visit AFA’s website at www.alzfdn.org or call AFA’s Helpline at 866-232-8484.
SENIOR WATCH PROGRAM: Liberty residents 60 and older may sign up for the Liberty Township Senior Watch Program. Contact Marcy Orlando, police secretary, at 330-759-1315, or Joy, fire secretary, at 330-759-0363, Ext. 102.
AUSTINTOWN SENIOR CENTER: The Austintown Senior Center, 112 Westchester Drive, has reopened. 330-953-1416; austintownseniorcenter.org.
The schedule for next week:
• Monday: Painting video, 9:30 a.m.; Bible study, 9 a.m.; floor sculpt, 9:30 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; painting class, 10 a.m.; senior spinning, 10:30 a.m.; chair volleyball, 11:30 a.m.; bridge group, noon; lunch from Belleria, noon;
• Tuesday: Video course, 9 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; Drum Your Way Fit, 10 a.m.; video chair yoga, 11 a.m.; spades, 11:30 a.m.; lunch from Falcon Grille, noon; SNAP Nutrition Class, 12:30 p.m.; trivia, 1 p.m.;
• Wednesday: Video course, 9 a.m.; blood pressure check, 9 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; dominos, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; beginner’s ukulele, 11:30 a.m.; lunch from Bamboo Garden, noon; ukulele class, 12:30 p.m.; chair volleyball, 1 p.m.;
• Thursday: Video course, 9 a.m.; wood carving, 9 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; senior spinning, 10 a.m.; Walking Club, 10 a.m.; chair yoga, 10:30 a.m.; chair volleyball, 11:30 a.m.; lunch from El Jalapeno II, noon; bingo, 1 p.m.;
• Friday: Bible study, 9 a.m.; senior spinning, 9 a.m.; total body sculpt, 10 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; card playing, 10 a.m. cards 500 bid, 10 a.m.; fencing, 11 a.m.; Lunch and Learn sponsored by Fox Rehabilitation.
FOOD DELIVERY: Direction Home of Eastern Ohio is partnering with various agencies for Families First Coronavirus Response Act funding for no-contact food deliveries to seniors 60 and older.
Agencies for Mahoning and Columbiana counties include Easter Seals, 330-884-2513, and Jewish Family Services, 330-746-7929.
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TRANSPORTATION FOR VETERANS TO D-DAY: The D-Day re-enactment will be held Aug. 20, in Conneaut. Transportation for veterans will be provided by Mahoning County Veterans Service Commission. You will also receive a box lunch and cold refreshments. For transportation reservations on the chartered bus, you must contact the office no later than Tuesday. Any questions , please contact the office, Mahoning County Veterans Service Commission at 330-740-2450.
VOLUNTEERS INVITED: Those interested in volunteering are invited to free coffee and doughnuts at the Austintown Senior Center on Aug. 25.
There is no formal program scheduled other than to connect and discuss the changing landscape of volunteer opportunities in Mahoning and Trumbull counties. Attendees are welcome to come and go at their leisure 9:30 to 11 a.m.
While AmeriCorps Seniors is for individuals 55 and better who want to volunteer and give back to their community, all ages are welcome for coffee and doughnuts. AmeriCorps Seniors is partnering with the Senior Support Action Group for this event.
If attending, call 330-261-2631 or email: lsakacs@fcsohio.org.
MEMORY SCREENINGS VIRTUAL: The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is offering a free virtual memory screening. Appointments can be scheduled by calling AFA at 866-232-8484 or by visiting www.alzfdn.org. Screenings are conducted every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through secure videoconference. There are no minimum age or insurance prerequisites.
To schedule a screening or for more information about brain health and lifestyle choices that can help promote healthy aging, visit AFA’s website at www.alzfdn.org or call AFA’s Helpline at 866-232-8484.
AUSTINTOWN SENIOR CENTER: The Austintown Senior Center, 112 Westchester Drive, has reopened. 330-953-1416; austintownseniorcenter.org.
The schedule for next week:
• Monday: Painting video, 9:30 a.m.; Bible study, 9 a.m.; floor sculpt, 9:30 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; painting class, 10 a.m.; senior spinning, 10:30 a.m.; chair volleyball, 11:30 a.m.; bridge group, noon; lunch from Belleria, noon; computer class (iPads), 1 p.m.;
• Tuesday: Video course, 9 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; Drum Your Way Fit, 10 a.m.; video chair yoga, 11 a.m.; spades, 11:30 a.m.; lunch from Falcon Grille, noon; computer class (iPads), 1 p.m.;
• Wednesday: Video course, 9 a.m.; blood pressure check, 9 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; dominos, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; beginner’s ukulele, 11:30 a.m.; lunch from Bamboo Garden, noon; ukulele class, 12:30 p.m.; chair volleyball, 1 p.m.
• Thursday: Video course, 9 a.m.; wood carving, 9 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; senior spinning, 10 a.m.; Walking Club, 10 a.m.; chair yoga, 10:30 a.m.; chair volleyball, 11:30 a.m.; lunch / grocery bingo, noon;
• Friday: Bible study, 9 a.m.; senior spinning, 9 a.m.; total body sculpt, 10 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; card playing, 10 a.m. cards 500 bid, 10 a.m.; fencing, 11 a.m.
SENIOR WATCH PROGRAM: Liberty residents 60 and older may sign up for the Liberty Township Senior Watch Program. Contact Marcy Orlando, police secretary, at 330-759-1315, or Joy, fire secretary, at 330-759-0363, Ext. 102.
FOOD DELIVERY: Direction Home of Eastern Ohio is partnering with various agencies for Families First Coronavirus Response Act funding for no-contact food deliveries to seniors 60 and older.
Agencies for Mahoning and Columbiana counties include Easterseals, 330-884-2513, and Jewish Family Services, 330-746-7929.
ALZHEIMER HELP ONLINE: The Alzheimer’s Association’s online Community Resource Finder at alz.org/crf provides ZIP code area-specific information on topics such as care at home, community services and housing options.
The Alzheimer’s Association offers numerous caregiver support groups virtually. A number of dial-in telephone support groups have been added for additional support.
To learn about support groups and community education programs, visit the site or call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900.
PROGRAM FOR SENIORS: ACTION and MYCAP, along with Christ Centered Church, are presenting Seniors Offering Services for men and women 65 and older.
Three days a week, seniors participate in virtual programs of exercise, classes, game time, community awareness, movies and television, healthy cooking, chit-chat and humor, among other things. Once per week, lunch will be delivered while they participate in either game time, television, movies or guest speakers.
Pre-registration is required. Call Elisa Hosey at 234-232-9043 or Micki Coylar at 330-788-7530.
SENIOR VOLUNTEERS: The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of the Mahoning Valley is looking for volunteers. For information, contact Leah at 330-480-0352, Ext. 3.
RSVP is a national service program for individuals 55 and older who want to volunteer in Mahoning and Trumbull counties. These volunteers will also assist with community events.
The Senior Support Action Group is a coalition of community partners working together to assist seniors in the valley with access to food, transportation to medical appointments and companionship through the Phone Pals program.
OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM: Direction Home of Eastern Ohio is looking for volunteers to join the Ombudsman Program to advocate for excellence for those living in long-term care facilities.
Ombudsman help ensure that residents of long-term care facilities receive quality care and treatment. Volunteers will make phone calls and virtual visits to residents.
The training to become a certified volunteer will be provided virtually. Call 330-505-2338 for more information.
FALL PREVENTION GUIDE: The Ohio Department of Public Safety Division of EMS joined with the Ohio Injury Prevention Partnership and released an updated “Elderly Fall Prevention Resource Guide” for EMS providers and the general public.
Download a copy of the guide at www.publicsafety.ohio.gov/links/EMS5934.pdf.
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PERI TO MEET: After a one-year hiatus due to the coronavirus, Mahoning County Chapter 18 Public Employee Retirees Inc. (PERI) will reconvene noon Tuesday at the AVION Banquet Center, 2177 Western Reserve Road, Canfield. Lunch is $15. There also will be a door prize and raffle.
Reservations are required. For lunch or information, call Mary Grace, 330-507-9718, or Diane, 330-547-9612.
Annual dues are $10. Information for membership can be obtained by calling Marilyn at 330-565-6913.
MEMORY SCREENINGS VIRTUAL: The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is offering a free virtual memory screening. Appointments can be scheduled by calling AFA at 866-232-8484 or by visiting www.alzfdn.org. Screenings are conducted every Monday, Wednesday and Friday through secure videoconference. There are no minimum age or insurance prerequisites.
To schedule a screening or for more information about brain health and lifestyle choices that can help promote healthy aging, visit AFA’s website at www.alzfdn.org or call AFA’s Helpline at 866-232-8484.
AUSTINTOWN SENIOR CENTER: The Austintown Senior Center, 112 Westchester Drive, has reopened. 330-953-1416; austintownseniorcenter.org.
The schedule for next week:
• Monday: Painting video, 9:30 a.m.; Bible study, 9 a.m.; floor sculpt, 9:30 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; painting class, 10 a.m.; senior spinning, 10:30 a.m.; chair volleyball, 11:30 a.m.; bridge group, noon; lunch from Belleria, noon;
• Tuesday: Video course, 9 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; Drum Your Way Fit, 10 a.m.; video chair yoga, 11 a.m.; lunch from Falcon Grille, noon; spades, 11:30 a.m.; trivia 1 p.m.
• Wednesday: Video course, 9 a.m.; blood pressure check, 9 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; dominoes, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; beginner’s ukulele, 11:30 a.m.; lunch from Bamboo Garden, noon; ukulele class, 12:30 p.m.; chair volleyball, 1 p.m.
• Thursday: Video course, 9 a.m.; wood carving, 9 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; cards, 10 a.m.; sewing and needle arts, 10 a.m.; senior spinning, 10 a.m.; Walking Club, 10 a.m.; chair yoga, 10:30 a.m.; chair volleyball, 11:30 a.m.; lunch , noon; bingo 1 p.m.
• Friday: Bible study, 9 a.m.; senior spinning, 9 a.m.; total body sculpt, 10 a.m.; bingo, 10 a.m.; card playing, 10 a.m. cards 500 bid, 10 a.m.; fencing, 10 a.m.; Lunch-and-Learn sponsored by Shepherd of the Valley, noon.
SENIOR WATCH PROGRAM: Liberty residents 60 and older may sign up for the Liberty Township Senior Watch Program. Contact Marcy Orlando, police secretary, at 330-759-1315, or Joy, fire secretary, at 330-759-0363, Ext. 102.
FOOD DELIVERY: Direction Home of Eastern Ohio is partnering with various agencies for Families First Coronavirus Response Act funding for no-contact food deliveries to seniors 60 and older.
Agencies for Mahoning and Columbiana counties include Easterseals, 330-884-2513, and Jewish Family Services, 330-746-7929.
ALZHEIMER HELP ONLINE: The Alzheimer’s Association’s online Community Resource Finder at alz.org/crf provides ZIP code area-specific information on topics such as care at home, community services and housing options.
The Alzheimer’s Association offers numerous caregiver support groups virtually. A number of dial-in telephone support groups have been added for additional support.
To learn about support groups and community education programs, visit the site or call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900.
PROGRAM FOR SENIORS: ACTION and MYCAP, along with Christ Centered Church, are presenting Seniors Offering Services for men and women 65 and older.
Three days per week, seniors participate in virtual programs of exercise, classes, game time, community awareness, movies and television, healthy cooking, chit-chat and humor, among other things. Once a week, lunch will be delivered while they participate in either game time, television, movies or guest speakers.
Preregistration is required. Call Elisa Hosey at 234-232-9043 or Micki Coylar at 330-788-7530.
SENIOR VOLUNTEERS: The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of the Mahoning Valley is looking for volunteers. For information, contact Leah at 330-480-0352, Ext. 3.
RSVP is a national service program for individuals 55 and older who want to volunteer in Mahoning and Trumbull counties. These volunteers will also assist with community events.
The Senior Support Action Group is a coalition of community partners working together to assist seniors in the Valley with access to food, transportation to medical appointments and companionship through the Phone Pals program.
OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM: Direction Home of Eastern Ohio is looking for volunteers to join the Ombudsman Program to advocate for excellence for those living in long-term care facilities.
Ombudsman help ensure that residents of long-term care facilities receive quality care and treatment. Volunteers will make phone calls and virtual visits to residents.
The training to become a certified volunteer will be provided virtually. Call 330-505-2338 for more information.
FALL PREVENTION GUIDE: The Ohio Department of Public Safety Division of EMS joined with the Ohio Injury Prevention Partnership to release an updated “Elderly Fall Prevention Resource Guide” for EMS providers and the general public.
Download a copy of the guide at www.publicsafety.ohio.gov/links/EMS5934.pdf.
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