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SENIOR Times
Volume 47 Number 05 May 2021
Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging, Inc. Est. 1974
Age Well, Live Long!
providing senior services in Fayette, Greene & Washington Counties
Call your local Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging for services and supports for seniors.
Toll free 1-800-734-9603 or visit www.swpa-aaa.org
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Don’t Forget to File Senior Times May’s Caregiver Coffee Talk
HEADACHE?
SENIOR TIMES
REVIEW BOARD
Fayette County Your Taxes by May 17 Focuses on Legal Services
Winners Announced
Dorothy Brown
Carolyn Capozza The Internal Revenue Pa. state taxes can also Save the date csp-cgcoffeetalk.
Victoria Pennington
Service (IRS) has ex- be filed online at https:// for May’s Caregiver Access code: 369-
Greene County tended the filing deadline www.revenue.pa.gov/On- Coffee Talk! 829-805
Rev. James Cherry
Pat Lemley for 2020 income taxes to
May 17, 2021.
lineServices/PersonalIn-
comeTaxe-Services/efile/
Thank you to all who
participated in last month’s
Charleroi,
Doris Scott of Union-
card.
Again, thank you to The Southwest-
ern Pennsylvania
To join the Care-
giver Coffee Talk on
We Want To Help
Mon Valley Senior Times Easter Egg town and everyone who participated
Emma Jane Davis Following the IRS’s Pages/default.aspx. Area Agency on your landline or cell
Hunt. Anna Vindivich of in the Easter Egg Hunt! We
Sue Dunlop decision to extend tax Local virtual and in- Aging, Inc. (SWPA phone, dial 1-872-
More than 60 readers Perryopolis look forward to another fun
Washington County season, the Pennsylvania person tax assistance may AAA) Caregiver 240-3212.
submitted responses, and Each winner received Senior Times scavenger
Wilma Decker Department of Revenue be available at no cost to Support Program Access code: 369-
Rita Hritz • Gay Massey we are so grateful for all one $10 Giant Eagle gift hunt soon!
has also extended its dead- you through the AARP will host its next 829-805
Mary Jane Stewart of you who played along.
line to file Pa. state taxes Foundation Tax-Aide pro- NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS Caregiver Coffee For more informa-
There were 13 little
Publisher: to May 17, 2021. gram. The Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Talk on Thursday, May tion, or if you have ques-
Southwestern PA Area Agency
Both state and federal Due to COVID-19, chickies hidden within the wills, Power of Attorney
on Aging, Inc., pages of April’s paper, in- Inc., Board of Directors will meet on the follow- 6, 2021. tions regarding the Care-
an affiliate of Southwestern PA income taxes and returns assistance is available by ing dates in 2021: and more.
cluding the four cute chicks The Caregiver Support giver Coffee Talk, please
Human Services, Inc. must be filed on or before appointment only, and You may join the vir-
Editorial Staff: on the submission form May 4 June 1 Sept 7 Nov 18 Dec 7 Program (CSP) invites you contact CSP Supervisors
the new May 17 deadline. availability varies based tual Caregiver Coffee Talk
Leslie T. Grenfell, Robin Youger, (page 3). to brew a cup of coffee and Kayla Snyder by phone at
The IRS encourages on local volunteer capac- online or over the phone.
Robbie Spaziani,
Little chickies were The Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, join guest speaker Kath- (724) 489-8083 ext. 3229,
and Katherine Mansfield taxpayers to file their tax- ity. To join the meeting
Advertising Representative: also hidden on pages 2, 4, Inc., Advisory Council will meet on the following leen Gustine, SWPA AAA or via email at ksnyder@
es as soon as possible. To locate an AARP from your computer,
Judi Robbins
You may file your Tax-Aide site near you, 6, 8, 9, 12, 15, 16 and 18. dates in 2021: Director of Legal Services swpa-aaa.org, or Cindy
laptop, tablet or smart-
Opinions or ideas expressed through
2020 income taxes online visit https://secure.aarp. The first three correct June 2 Sept 15 Oct 20 Dec 15 for the Elderly and Protec- Kopanic by phone at (724)
“Letters to the Editor,” or guest columns, phone:
are not necessarily those of the editorial at https://www.irs.gov/ org/applications/VMIS- responses to arrive in our tive Services, promptly at 489-8083 ext. 4617, or by
staff or the Senior Times, nor does Visit https://www.go-
advertising in this publication constitute filing/free-file-do-your- Locator/searchTaxAid- mailbox were from: For the location and time of the meetings, contact 10 a.m. on May 6 to dis- email at ckopanic@swpa-
tomeet.me/KaylaSnyder/
endorsement by the Senior Times, or
the Southwestern Pennsylvania Area federal-taxes-for-free. eLocations.action. Olive Higinbotham of Leslie Grenfell, Executive Director, Southwestern cuss estate planning, living aaa.org.
Agency on Aging, Inc. The Senior PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., at 1-888-300-
Thank you for your generous
Times reserves the right to decline an
advertisement for any reason.
Editorial and advertising copy cannot
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donations to the Senior Times Donation Coupon
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Thank you to the following Senior
Times contributors for their generosity
quality information to older adults in
southwestern Pennsylvania.
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special honors and for offering memorial tributes.
Make your donation payable to: SWPA AAA
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? NEUROLOGY
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In Memoriam Senior Times in this space each month,
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Washington County Office Those who donate up to $25 are rec-
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ognized as “Donors.”
AMOUNT OF DONATION
Michael J. Maleta Then let us help you put all the pieces together!
helping patients suffereing
The project is funded, in part, by the
Pennsylvania Department of Aging.
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www.swpa-aaa.org
Mary Geho
from the U.S. Administration for Community Living, Department of
Area Agency on Aging, Inc.
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Colorful Blooms
resident’s doctor. ment. The DON hires and
CHEAT SHEET: • R N ( R e g i s t e re d schedules nursing staff and
Nurse): RNs are licensed monitors the department
Prevent Strokes this National and Pollens, Too nursing professionals who
provide skilled nursing
for compliance. When a
resident is unable to resolve
Stroke Awareness Month by: Katherine Mansfield care. RNs can perform most a concern by speaking with
skilled nursing treatments an aid, an LPN or the charge
May is National Stroke Aware- stroke. Learn how to kick the
ness Month. Follow these tips habit at https://www.cdc.gov/ Springtime is beautiful year from allergic rhinitis, Allergies can be treated
required by nursing home nurse, the DON may serve Personal Care Community
residents. as a resource for resolution.
from the National Institute on tobacco/campaign/tips/quit- with its bright sun and col- or hay fever. with medication prescribed
This National Nurses • RNAC (Registered • Nursing Supervi-
Aging for preventing stroke: smoking/index.html. orful blooms, but as nature Symptoms of hay fever by a primary care physician. Week – celebrated annually Nurse Assessment Co- sor, or Charge Nurse: A
Check Your Blood Pressure Eat Healthy. wakes from winter slumber, include: You can also mitigate ordinator): RNACs are charge nurse is a licensed
every May 6 through 12
Regularly. Fill your plate with fruits and so do those pesky pollens. allergy symptoms caused responsible for a facility’s nursing professional who
• Sneezing and/or cough- – the Southwestern Penn-
High blood pressure increases veggies, and be sure to eat Allergy season in south- by pollen exposure by tak- overarching care plan – im- supervises a wing, a unit or
ing sylvania Area Agency on
your risk for stroke. If you have plenty of foods low in both cho- western Pa. begins in early ing these preventative mea- portant work for regulatory a shift at a long-term care
• Runny nose, postnasal Aging, Inc. (SWPA AAA)
a family history of high blood lesterol and saturated fats. May and lasts through the sures, recommended by the facility.
drip Ombudsman Program compliance and reimburse-
pressure, work with your doctor end of June. CDC:
Get Moving! would like to recognize the ment. The RNAC analyzes • Wound Care Nurse:
to keep yours in check. The leading cause of • Itchy nose, itchy roof of • Check pollen forecasts
Make physical activity part of many nurses who work tire- results from a series of A wound care nurse is an
Lower Your Cholesterol. allergies is pollen. mouth and/or itchy throat before venturing out- RN who is specially trained
your daily routine. lessly to care for recipients assessments and creates a
Cholesterol is a fat in the blood According to the Cen- to measure, monitor and
• Watery, itchy and/or red doors, and spend less of long-term care. schedule of care plans for
that can build up on your artery For more information on strokes, ters for Disease Control
eyes time outside when pol- Many kinds of nurses review. The resident is then treat wounds. In a long-term
walls. Eventually, this build up visit https://www.ninds.nih. (CDC), pollen grains are
len levels will be high. work in long-term care, and invited to a care plan meet- care facility, the wound care
blocks blood flow, often lead- gov/Disorders/Patient-Care- small seeds that are carried • Nasal congestion
Check your local pollen we would like to highlight ing where they discuss their nurse monitors for “skin
ing to stroke. Work with your giver-Education/Preventing- through the air when grass, Allergic conjunctivitis
Stroke#Introduction. forecast online at https:// some of the different types plan of care and needs with breakdown” and imple-
primary care physician to lower trees, plants and weeds be- is also common during
www.pollen.com/. of nurses who work to keep the nurse and facility staff. ments plans to prevent skin
your cholesterol. Information adapted from gin to flower. The warmer allergy season. The CDC
residents safe day in and • DON (Director of breakdown in at-risk resi-
Stop Smoking. https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/ the weather, the higher the reports that about 30 per- • When outside, don’t
day out. Nursing): A DON is a li- dents. Wound care nurses
Smoking increases your risk for stroke. pollen count. cent of Americans experi- touch your eyes. Wash
• CNA (Certified censed nursing professional may also develop plans to
Grass and flower pol- ence symptoms of allergic your hands when you go
lens are the leading triggers
of allergic reactions – al-
conjunctivitis annually. back indoors.
Symptoms include:
Nurse Aide): CNAs are
certified staff who provide
who has earned the status of
at least RN, and who may
prevent recurrence.
• Infection Control
To schedule a tour, call 724-258-8940
• After being outdoors, most of the residents’ day- Nurse: An infection control
lergies – during May and have further training and
• Inflammation of the lin- shower to remove pollen to-day care. nurse is an RN who is spe- The staff at The Residence at Hilltop continually strives to provide the best
June. Pollens, along with certification. A DON is in
ing of the eye (conjunc- from your hair and skin. • LPN (Licensed Prac- quality lifestyle for each and every resident. Our residents truly become
pet dander and various out- charge of a long-term care
NURSES cont'd on page 6 part of our family.
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door fungi and molds, can
• Red, watery and/or itchy after spending time care facilities, LPNs are li- This dedication, teamed with a beautiful and functional environment is
cause symptoms including
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Celebrate Older Americans Month all May Long
Whistle a
Don’t Stop Me Now by: Katherine Mansfield
– Queen
In the words of jour- in small ways, like inten- and gives us a sense of your story over a home-
Dancing Queen nalist, activist and writer tional moments and acts purpose and accomplish- made dinner, or put your
– ABBA Betty Friedan, “Ageing is of kindness. ment. If you have a special story on paper memoir-
Happy Tune
not lost youth but a new Let us celebrate our talent, like woodworking style (but don’t forget to
Good Vibrations share that story once it’s
stage of opportunity and resilience and build a or sewing, build commu-
– The Beach Boys written!). Ask your fam-
strength.” stronger community this nity this May by offering
Uptown Girl Every May, the Ad- Older Americans Month to teach a younger neigh- ily members, friends and
– Billy Joel ministration for Commu- by participating in one (or bor or a curious friend! If neighbors about their life
by: Katherine Mansfield nity Living (ACL) leads all!) of these activities rec- you know someone with experiences, too. Swap-
Eye of the Tiger the nation’s celebration of ommended by the ACL: a fun hobby, swap skills; ping stories adds richness
– Survivor to let them know they surprise a family member to a relationship and helps
Older Americans Month, • Find Joy Every Day. it will be fun to teach and
I don’t know about you, but From that, he created a feel- often mentioned per decade I’m a Believer during which we recog- Did you know that living bring you joy, or send a or friend with a home- to learn! both the storyteller and
I’m picking up good vibrations good nature song score and against his formula. Those songs – The Monkees nize and thank those 60 in the moment and ap- letter via postal mail just cooked meal or healthy • Share Your Story. the listener to learn and
from this playlist! devised a formula to calculate fit the formula so well that they years and older for their preciating life’s simple to say “hi” and brighten a dessert delivered to their We all have a story to to grow.
When Dutch cognitive neu- that score. Girls Just Wanna Have Fun contributions to the com- pleasures is actually good loved one’s day. front porch! share, and by sharing our For more information
secured spots on the final list.
roscientist Dr. Jacob Jolij was The number of positive lyri- – Cindy Lauper • Reach Out. Now • Learn Something
Which, by the way, is here munity. for your health? This May, stories – our happiest mo- on or ways to celebrate
asked by a music brand to ana- cal elements in a song divided This year’s theme is dedicate a blank notebook that spring has sprung, a New. Now is as good a ments, or the moments that Older Americans Month,
for your listening pleasure. Livin’ on a Prayer
lyze its customer's preferences, by the amount that song devi- Communities of Strength, as your Gratitude Journal socially-distanced brunch time as ever to explore a shaped us – we can build visit https://acl.gov/
So go ahead, dust off that – Bon Jovi
little did he know he’d be cre- ates from both the major key and we are celebrating the and fill it every evening with neighbors on a sunny new artform or to learn a oam/2021/older-ameri-
vinyl or break out those CDs stronger connections and
ating a top ten list of happiest and 150 beats per minute (the I Will Survive morning is a great way to new language. Learning
important role older adults with three things – mo- pass tidbits of wisdom to cans-month-2021, or join
songs from the past 50 years. average tempo of upbeat tunes) and step into your dancing shoes. – Gloria Gaynor connect. Offer to assist a a new skill – watercolor
play in shaping strong, ments, sights, quotes, etc. the next generation. This the national conversation
Dr. Jolij assessed the list of equals the song’s feel-good na- I’m a believer that you’ll feel neighbor or friend with painting, sign language,
Walking on Sunshine resilient communities. – that made you smile that May, get together with on social media by fol-
songs survey respondents said ture score. like you’re walking on sunshine outdoor chores (weeding etc. – is great practice for
– Katrina and the Waves Strength is bold. But day. Call or FaceTime a younger family members lowing #OlderAmericans-
most improved their moods. Dr. Jolij pitted the song most in no time! doubles as exercise!), or overcoming challenges
strength is also displayed family member or friend or neighbors and share Month.
NURSES from page 5 tain their level of function- Agency on Aging, Inc.’s
ing make up the restorative website at https://www.
cially trained to monitor for nursing staff. Restorative swpa-aaa.org, or call the
the presence of infections nursing is typically used Ombudsman nearest to you: Washington Health System
and to manage the care plan when a resident plateaus Fayette County:
Question: Best way to avoid
legal trouble?
for residents who are diag-
nosed with certain illnesses
(for example: MRSDA, the
in therapy. The restorative
nursing staff works with
the resident to help them
1-888-430-4855, ext. 3
Greene County:
SURGICAL SERVICES
flu, etc.). Infection control maintain function through 724-852-6307 • Bariatric • Ophthalmic surgery
nurses often establish the stretching, diet, etc. Washington County: • Cardiac • Orthopedics
Answer: Maintain a calm, nursing home’s infection If you or someone you • Dental • Plastic surgery
1-844-507-8898
consistent approach/demeanor protocol and policy. know needs assistance, or All Ombudsman servic-
•
•
Ear, nose and throat
Gastroenterology
•
•
Podiatry
Robotic surgery
• Restorative Nursing: for more information on es are strictly confidential
in stressful times; ask for Nursing department person- the Ombudsman program, and available at no charge.
• General surgery • Thoracic
• Gynecological surgery • Urology
help before you “bite off ” nel who are responsible for please visit the Southwest- If you’re interested in • Neurosurgery • Vascular
helping residents to main- ern Pennsylvania Area the Ombudsman program,
something just to demonstrate please join us at 4 p.m. on
your prowess! Wednesday, May 19, 2021,
for a free, hour-long open Our dedication to safety and leading-edge technology
house called Volunteering is help ensure safe, efficient care with the BEST POSSIBLE
a Work of Heart: Become a OUTCOMES for all of our patients.
Volunteer Ombudsman. The
virtual event can be viewed
at https://www.gotomeet.
me/LTCOmbudsman, or Need to make an appointment?
you can call in at (571) (724) 250-4310
317-3122. Access code:
630-212-781. 
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COVID-19 Vaccines Are Safe, Emergency Rental Assistance
Effective Tools for Combatting Global Pandemic Now Available to Eligible Pennsylvanians
Hope is on the horizon. tive tool for combatting COVID-19 vaccines. normal. Side effects, in- helping all Fayette, Greene
health.pa.gov/topics/pro- The Pa. Department of efits, had an income decrease, • Income information for • Document(s) showing rent submitted online through Fayette County
Many of us spent the coronavirus. The following is a cluding chills, fever, head- and Washington County grams/immunizations/ Human Services’ Emergency saw an increase in household all household members 18 and/or rental arrears due Pa.’s COMPASS portal: Fayette County Commu-
past year in a state of un- Getting a vaccine adds list of important things ache and body aches, are older adults who would Pages/COVID-19-Vac- Rental Assistance Program costs, or experienced other fi- years and older and/or utility and/or utility
https://www.compass.state. nity Action
(ERAP) is now accepting nancial hardship(s) directly or • Your lease, and documen- arrears due pa.us/compass.web/Public/ 108 N Beeson Ave.
certainty, our lives upend- an important layer of pro- to know about these vac- unpleasant, but they are like a COVID-19 vaccine cine-Providers.aspx#map.
applications from eligible indirectly due to COVID-19; tation of how much rent • Document(s) showing CMPHome. Uniontown, PA 15401
ed by the global pandemic. tection for you, your loved cines, according to the normal, and are actually to get one. Each of us can play an renters, landlords and utility • One or more people in you owe other housing-related ex- You may also submit a (724) 437-6050
But research indicates ones and your community. Centers for Disease Con- a sign that your body is For information about important role in combat- providers affected by eco- the household can show proof request for a paper applica- rmasi@fccaa.org
• Landlord’s name, contact penses experienced due to
the COVID-19 vaccines The Internet is full of mis- trol (CDC): building protection against or assistance scheduling ting the global pandemic. nomic uncertainty during the that they risk experiencing tion and submit a paper ap-
information global pandemic
are a new, safe and effec- information regarding the 1.) The COVID-19 COVID-19. Side effects your COVID-19 vaccine By getting vaccinated, global pandemic. homelessness or housing in- Applications may be plication through your local
vaccines are safe. The typically last between one appointment, call your lo-you can help your commu- As part of Congress’s stability and • Utility provider informa- ERAP office: ELIGIBLE cont'd on page 12
vaccines were developed and seven days. cal AAA: nity and the country move Consolidated Appropriations • The household has an tion
following standard sci- 4.) Va c c i n e s a r e one step closer to shaking Act of 2021, passed earlier income at or below 80 percent • Utility expenses (electric,
AAA Information and this year, Pa. received $569 of the Area Median Income
entific procedures. In the available at no cost. The Assistance: hands, visiting without water, oil, natural gas, etc.)
million to administer to state (AMI). Find your county’s
U.S., the COVID-19 vac- government is making 1-800-734-9603 masks, and returning to a You may also need to
residents in 49 counties – Fay- AMI online here: https://
cines underwent the most COVID-19 vaccines avail- sense of normalcy. ette, Greene and Washington www.dhs.pa.gov/coronavi- provide:
intensive safety monitor- able at no charge to every- AAA Fayette County: For more informa- 147 Lafayette Manor Road, Uniontown, PA 15401
included – in need of rent, rus/Documents/ERAP%20 • Unemployment determi-
ing in history. one living in the U.S. You (724) 430-4603 tion about the COVID-19 724.430.4848 • www.lafayettemanor.net
housing and utility assistance Income%20Limits%20of%20 nation letter OR proof of
2.) The COVID-19 do not need to have health AAA Greene County: vaccines, visit the Cen- due to COVID-19. AMI%20by%20County.pdf. household income decrease
vaccines are effective. insurance to receive a CO- (724) 852-1510 The Emergency Rental Pa. residents may apply due to COVID-19 (pay- • Specializing in Rehabilitation and Post-Acute Care
ters for Disease Con-
COVID-19 vaccines pre- VID-19 vaccine. trol’s FAQ web page: Assistance Program aids for themselves as tenants, or a stubs or a letter from your • Personal Care and a Dedicated Alzheimer’s Unit
AAA Washington those struggling to pay past- landlord may apply on behalf employer will suffice) • A Non-Profit Health-Care Facility Proudly Serving
vent you from getting the Being homebound County: https://www.cdc.gov/
due rent balances; past-due of their current tenant(s). • Documentation of un- Fayette and Surrounding Counties
virus. If you do contract should not be a barrier to (724) 228-7080 coronavirus/2019-ncov/
utility bills, including elec- How Do I Apply? earned income (unem-
Lafayette Manor is an Equal Opportunity Employer
COVID-19 after receiving receiving a COVID-19 You may also reach vaccines/faq.html. tricity, gas, water, sewage
your shot, the vaccine pre- vaccine. The Southwestern To apply for ERAP funds, ployment, social security,
out the Pa. Department Adapted from and trash, and energy bills; you will need: retirement benefits; child/
vents you from becoming Pennsylvania Area Agency of Health’s COVID-19 h t t p s : / / w w w. c d c . g o v / and other housing-related
• Personal identification in- spousal support; etc.)
seriously ill. on Aging, Inc. (SWPA hotline: 1-877-724-3258. c o r o n a v i r u s / 2 0 1 9 - expenses, including internet
formation (driver’s license, • Paystubs, W-2s, wage
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3.) Side effects are AAA) is committed to services for work or home-
To locate a COVID-19 n c o v / v a c c i n e s / t o o l - state-issued ID, passport, statements, tax filings, di-
schooling and telemedicine.
When you need to
vaccination location near k i t s / c b o - n e w s l e t t e r s . ERAP assistance may etc.) for the head of the rect deposit records and/or
Pento
you, visit https://www. html#newsletter. cover up to 12 months of a household attestation from employer
choose a Medicare plan,
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When you need to
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When can help
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Step Confidently this Spring and Summer Recipe of the month
As the days grow falling. muscle weakness, can lead es when you go from sit-
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sunset?!), we become more (NIA), more than one in dizziness or confusion may dizziness or wobbliness, Heat vinegar, sugar, Kosher salt, and mustard seeds to a simmer in a small, non-
If you planted miniature cucumbers in a DIY container garden featured in reactive pot (ex. stainless steel) over moderate heat, stirring only until the
active, taking dining out- every three older adults increase your risk for falls, which can lead to a fall. last month’s Senior Times, it’s time to pickle those cukes! Harvest cucumbers
doors and enjoying eve- aged 65 and older falls and health issues such as sugar and salt dissolve.
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Increased activity risk of falling increases. thyroid, nerve or blood improves muscles, keeps
boosts mood and improves What causes falls? vessel problems may also Let mixture cool to lukewarm. Note: Glass containers may crack if boiling
health, but it can also lead Normal aging, including lead to a fall.
joints, tendons and liga- Instructions water is poured into them.
ments flexible, and helps
to an increased risk of balance and gait issues and Take care of yourself, 1. Make your pickling brine. Add extra sugar for sweeter brine, or a dash
with balance. Weight-bear- 2. While the brine cools, prepare the cucumbers. Wash the veggies.
and follow these tips from more salt for saltier pickles.
ing activities like walking
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risk of falling this spring and climbing stairs may
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Ingredients off, to keep the pickles from softening. It’s OK to leave the stem on.
and summer:
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Function Over Pickling Mixture (Brine)
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soled and low-heeled Small changes in sight resulting in hip fractures. minor the incident, report 6. Enjoy your homemade pickles!
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Your Financial Future
by Gary W. Boatman, MBA, CFP
Ask the Medicare Expert
by Adele Dean, PA Regional APPRISE Coordinator
women hoped to travel, monthly income to your need to adjust your retire- ket crashes right before or
Initial Enrollment Period, In 2021, the Part B pre- 2021. Now, add the penalty To learn more about Medi-
pursue a new hobby, and actual income, which might ment dream. soon after your retirement
you may be assessed a Part B mium is $148.50. The Part B penalty is 10 amount of $74.25 to the base care and how to avoid late
become involved in com- be Social Security and a When calculating your begins, your investment ac- What is the Part B penalty when you do eventu- In most cases, you will be percent per every 12-month Part B premium of $148.50. enrollment penalties, call AP-
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surveyed hoped to begin or expected cash needs, you for inflation. The cost of money out of your accounts complish your goals dur- - Joe, For each 12-month period Here is an example of how Five years X 10% = 50% Please note, if a Medicare-
are a number of decisions APPRISE is the Penn-
expand a business. are in good shape. living rises annually, and to cover your living ex- ing retirement is to have a Belle Vernon you delay enrollment into Part the Social Security Adminis- penalty added to the monthly eligible beneficiary or their
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of the first steps is deciding ance Assistance Program,
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what ideal retirement will If you did not sign up for That penalty is calculated Let’s imagine an indi- um is $148.50. Multiply that health plan, they may be able providing free, unbiased,
several factors including be closed by other income over your retirement. Taxes are the third ma- Your financial plan
look like. Medicare Part B when you by adding your monthly total vidual turned 65 in 2015, but premium by 0.5 to calculate to delay enrollment into Part B accurate advice to Medi-
family location, cost of liv- sources. There are three main jor retirement risk. Proac- should consider investment
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ing and climate. Taxes, too, You may have invest- risks in retirement. The first tive tax planning is es- risk, taxes, health care, So-
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Baby Boomers between each team bowls two games AAA Administrative
senior center or organiza-
factor. IRAs or brokerage ac- sibility of running out of overall tax burden. Do a and all other elements of
the ages of 46 and 64 ex-
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with a high standard of etary commitment than rental income, royalties, or environmental conditions, few years before retirement responsible for scheduling Other summer activities
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why not have the best re-
living. Some planned to others. Once you have a you may plan on working centurions are one of the to make sure that you are the weekly bowling games, competition rules: are still being planned for
tirement possible?
continue working, and 20 picture of what you want part time. fastest growing segments ready. Remember that taxes for appointing an official for summer 2021 by the SWPA
percent dreamed of start- AAA Fayette County:
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businesses. the monthly income that monthly retirement income you should plan to live to so having a comprehensive Financial Future” for area ern Pennsylvania Area Agen- 2021. Finals will be bowled their senior center or orga- all game scores. AAA Greene County: Senior Times for bowling
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fered for men and women. Once you have these expected cash needs. The second major risk taining your retirement written a book, “Your Fi- AAA) has made the difficult 23, 2021. than May 26, 2021. 2021 Wii Bowling Compe- AAA Washington County: ditional opportunities to get
According to the survey, totals, compare required If they don’t, you may is market risk. If the mar- lifestyle. nancial Compass.” decision to cancel the annual The Wii Bowling Com- To compete in the Wii tition rules, please see your (724) 228-7080 involved and stay active!
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Whodunnit? Color your way to relaxation and wellness
by Cindy Bartolotta
May is Mystery Writers month. Few things are better than curling up in a cozy chair with something to drink and a good book to keep you enter-
tained. Find the last names of these famous writers whose works have kept us up all night, or at least on the edge of our seats!
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see all of our friends again… tant activities, Wii bowling, Looking forward to seeing Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to welcome!... On May 5 and Vestaburg, PA 15368
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When activities resume, person for the first time in a WASHINGTON 10:30 a.m… On May 27 at
we hope our Wednesday May 18. Don’t forget to get this month. At the time this cannot make the in-person missed… During the time of members permitted in the SMITHFIELD self and your loved ones... from Aetna will help us
year. Everyone practiced so- 12 p.m., Kelly from Aetna
activities will include dart- out and vote!... On May 31, is being written, the date has class, please ask to be a part that we were closed, many building at one time. Masks COLONIALS Count your blessings. Some- COUNTY kick off summer with an Ice
cial distancing while playing not been finalized… The will host an Ice Cream Social
ball, jigsaw puzzles and Wii we observe Memorial Day, of the Masontown Center ex- of our members came to the are required along with so- times we forget how many BENTLEYVILLE Cream Social at 11:45 a.m…
bingo and the “Who is This?”
formerly called Decora- Center will open under the ercise group that can be live Center to pick up grab-and-
14 Water Street and play a few games after Please consider becoming a
bowling at 10 a.m… Every game using participants' cial distancing… Bingo is we have… 931 Main Street
tion Day. We celebrate the same guidelines as before streamed on our Facebook go meals. It was a good time now being offered… Come Smithfield, PA 15478 lunch… Please check out our volunteer…
Wednesday, we will enjoy baby pictures… We enjoyed Bentleyville, PA 15314 Facebook Page, Bentleyville
lunches provided by SWPA memory of our soldiers and with limited occupancy, page!... The Center is also to see friends and add some and get reacquainted with 724-564-2934 GREENE COUNTY
a dance class taught by Ta- 724-239-5887 Senior Center, to find current
Area Agency on Aging, Inc. sailors… At the time that this mask wearing and social starting Wednesday morn- new members!... While we members while enjoying -Janice Woods WAYNESBURG BURGETTSTOWN
tiana Lawson… Lunch was
and SPHS Aging Services… also served… We will be
is being written, our center is distancing. Because of the ing walks. Walks start at 9 were closed, we did hold two lunch. You must order your … Spring has certainly ex- 1505 Morris Street -Beth Navrat lunch menus, calendar of 200 Senior Way
not meeting due to the coro- occupancy constraints, May a.m. and locations differ so successful outdoor flea mar- lunch, with a suggested $2 ploded in our area… Some events and daily activities at
Our monthly meeting will be meeting monthly on the third … Our monthly business Burgettstown, PA
held the first Wednesday of navirus restrictions… The will be a test period to see refer to our calendar… For kets. We will hold another donation, by 12:30 p.m. the restrictions have been less- Waynesburg, PA 15370 meetings are held on the
the Center. Don’t forget to
Wednesday of the month… how best to accommodate 724-627-6366 like us!.. 15021
the month… On Thursdays, numbers are going up but more information, you can one on May 28 and 29. We day before… The hair salon ened and many of us have first Monday of each month
we will continue assembling hopefully more people are those who are interested in view our Facebook page at are accepting donations and is open by appointment only had our vaccinations… At -Betty Grove at 12:30 p.m. following 724-947-9524
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jigsaw puzzles and enjoy receiving the vaccine… We attending. Please bear with Masontown Senior Center or plan to have some nice items. on Wednesdays, Thursdays the time that this is being … May is here!... Our center lunch. Please come and hear -Michelle Prevost
playing dartball at 7 p.m.… CENTER IN THE hope that our center will be us during this time… We our new website www.ma- We will be selling hot dogs and Fridays from 8 a.m. to written, we are anxiously will be open for activities on what is happening at the PO Box 151, 316 Hello warmer days!... We
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