Volume 43 Number 9 September 2017 SENIOR Times Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging, Inc. Est. 1974 Age Well, Live Long! providing senior services in Fayette, Greene & Washington Counties Have a plan for Grandparents Day Call your local Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging for services and supports for seniors. Call toll free 1-800-734-9603 or visit www.swpa-aaa.org Page 2 September 2017 Senior Times “Healthy Steps for Older adults” Library of Congress free SENIOR TIMES REVIEW BOARD falls Prevention Workshops offered WWi Webinar Series falls are the number Fayette County and people don’t fall just The one-day, four- The Library of Congress is commemorating the Dorothy Brown one cause of fractures, because they get older. hour comprehensive 100th anniversary of the united States’ entry into Carolyn Capozza agnes Harris hospital admissions for Often, more than one un- Healthy Steps for Older Victoria Pennington The Great War with a new free, online webinar series Greene County trauma, loss of indepen- derlying cause or risk Adults workshops are highlighting some of the Library’s most remarkable Rev. James Cherry Pat Lemley dence, and injury deaths factor increases a person’s from 9:30 a.m. through World War I resources, including documents, photo- Mon Valley among older adults. chances of falling, such 2:30 p.m. , including graphs, maps, and personal stories collected through Emma Jane Davis Sue Dunlop according to the Cen- Ernest miller Barbara Cochran as a physical condition, a a break for lunch. The the Veterans History Project. Washington County ters for Disease Control medical problem, medica- workshops are designed The five-part series of 40-minute talks presents Connie Clutter Wilma Decker and Prevention, fall in- tion or something in the to identify personal risks discussions on a variety of topics each month. The Helen Gault Rita Hritz juries are treated in an home or environment. through a risk assessment, series began on August 22 and will run through the Gay massey mary Jane Stewart emergency department ev- if you are 60 years to present ways to reduce end of the year. The online sessions are free and open Publisher: Southwestern Pa ery 13 seconds and claim of age or older, you can falls in the home and out- Area Agency on Aging, Inc., an to the public. Pre-registration through the website at affiliate of Southwesterna P a life every 20 minutes. learn how to help prevent side of the home and to https://www.loc.gov/item/prn-17-108/?loclr=ealn Human Services, inc. Even those who have nev- falls by signing up for a raise awareness of falls. is required. After the series concludes, the Library Editorial Staff: Leslie T. Gren- er fallen often fear it. That Healthy Steps for Older Content offered addresses fell, Johnetta Dinio and Robbie will make recordings of all the sessions accessible Spaziani fear of falling becomes adults (HSOa) falls pre- environmental safety, bal- to the public on the Echoes of the Great War online Advertising Representatives: more common as people • vention workshop offered ance, strength, flexibility, exhibition website. John Mollenauer Judi Robbins age, often causing them to by the Southwestern Pa and endurance exercises; Technical Support Staff: avoid activities that they Marcia Westich-Hawk Area Agency on Aging nutrition, foot health, side NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS Contributing Photographer: might otherwise enjoy. Health & Wellness pro- effects of medication, vi- Patrick Gustine Hip fractures are one gram. upcoming sched- sion/hearing, health status, The Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., Opinions or ideas expressed through Board of Directors will meet on the following dates “Letters to the Editor,” or guest columns, of the most serious types uled workshops include: social connectedness, and are not necessarily those of the editorial of fall injury, which, in in 2017: Nov 16 Dec 5 staff or the Senior Times, nor does McGuffey Senior Center mental, as well as spiritual advertising in this publication constitute turn, causes a loss of in- 105 Green Street well-being. To register, or The Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., endorsement by the Senior Times, or the Southwestern Pennsylvania area agency dependence among older Claysville for more information, call Advisory Council will meet on the following dates on Aging, Inc. adults. fractures to the September 27 Patti Mounts at 724-228- in 2017: Oct 12 Dec 7 Editorial and advertising copy cannot be reproduced without prior permission pelvis, spine, arm, hand Beth Center Senior Center 7080 or toll free at 1-888- from the Southwestern Pennsylvania or ankle are also common. 316 Station Street 300-2704, ext. 4430. area agency on aging, inc. The Senior Donation Coupon Times reserves the right not to accept If you or an older per- Vestaburg ~~Sources http://www. *Please use this coupon to make personal dona- advertisements. son you know has fallen, October 18 cdc.gov/features/older- Southwestern Pennsylvania Area tions of support, for recognitions of birthdays or Agency on Aging, Inc. clearly, you are not alone. Center in the Woods adultfalls/index.html and special honors and for offering memorial tributes. Corporate Office More than one in three 130 Woodland Court http://nihseniorhealth. Make your donation payable to: SWPAAA 888-300-2704 OR 724-489-8080 people age 65 years or FAX no. 724-483-9360 Brownsville gov/falls/aboutfalls/01. Mail to: Southwestern PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc. Fayette County Office older fall each year. But November 18 html Senior Times 724-430-4603 falls don’t “just happen,” 305 Chamber Plaza Greene County Office 724-852-1510 Charleroi PA 15022-1607 Washington County Office 724-228-7080 Thank you to our amOunT Of DOnaTiOn The project is funded, in part, by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging. generous contributors Name__________________________________ The Senior Times is a monthly publication designed to bring you news The following is a trib- Address_________________________________ about information on services available ________________________Zip_____________ to you, people you know and those you ute to the generous Senior IN MEMORIAM IN MEMORIAM would like to meet, and activities you Times’ contributors for May we print your name as a donor? enjoy. The publication is online at Dominick Don Ritz Cora Straight www.swpa-aaa.org. If you would like their support of our mis- ____Yes ____No In Memory of Father, to receive it, at no charge, via email, sion to provide quality In Memory of Mother, Are you a member of a senior center? send your contact information Rose Ritz Kenneth Straight, Sr. to [email protected]. information to older adults ____ Yes ____No In Memory of Father, In Memory of Mother, Write to: in southwestern Pennsyl- Type of donation: ___________________________ Senior Times John Ritz Fannie Straight Southwestern Pennsylvania vania. Area Agency on Aging, Inc. In Memory of Brother, In Memory of Brother, Email: ______________________ THanK YOu 305 Chamber Plaza William Ritz Kenneth Straight, Jr. The official registration and financial information of the Southwestern Charleroi, PA 15022-1607 DONOR PA Area Agency on Aging, Inc., may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Circulation 40,000 In Memory of Brother, Carole Mae Parker Department of State Bureau of Charitable Organizations by calling www.swpa-aaa.org John Ritz, Jr. toll free, within Pennsylvania, 1 (800) 732-0999. Registration does E-Mail: [email protected] not imply endorsement. September 2017 Senior Times Page 3 Senior LIEE Keeps int co IT'S A NEW DAY IN HEALTHCARE FOR SENIORS LIVING AT HOME. According to Grace, everything was fine until she and her husband, Reggie, ran into some health issues. Grace started missing choir practice, and Reggie was no longer able to meet his friends for coffee. But after enrolling in Senior LIFE, they each got their own customized care plan that meets their individual needs. Today, they're both back to their normal life with friends and family and that makes Grace's heart sing. To learn how Senior LIFE can help you or a loved one, call 1-877-998-LIFE (5433). www.SeniorLifePA.com 1-877-998-LIFE (5433) WASHINGTON • GREENE UNIONTOWN Page 4 September 2017 Senior Times Washington Crown Center hosts... th 29 Washington County Senior Expo WILL Ride The 29th Annual Se- various free health screen- Bobby Shawn will per- nior Expo will be held ings and the flu shots be- form on the stage near the Thursday, September 21, ing administered this year former Macy’s from 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., by Cornerstone Care and a.m. until noon. at the Washington Crown Rite Aid. In addition, Ag- This year’s Expo will Campus Shuttle Center, 1500 West Chest- ing Services of Washing- feature a “Sponsor Spot- nut Street, Washington, ton County will distribute light,” during which time Pa. The event will host Farmers Market Nutrition State Senator Camera Bar- approximately 150 local, Vouchers to those who tolotta, State Representa- state and federal agencies, qualify. Ask to be directed tive Brandon Neuman, as well as businesses, all to the Farmers Market Columbia Gas, Washing- NOW AVAILABLE of which provide a range Voucher table to see if you ton County Commission- of programs and services are eligible for the $20 ers Larry Maggi, Diana for individuals 55 and over in vouchers redeemable Irey Vaughan and Harlan in mind. at area farmers’ markets. Shober, Jr.; and Civil Knox “One of the purposes Arrive during the morning will join Southwestern Monday - Friday of the Senior Expo is to and, while supplies last, Pennsylvania Area Agency provide a single venue for enjoy a cup of complimen- on Aging Executive Direc- 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.