2 Bank Street Batavia, N.Y. 14020 Phone: 585- 343-1611 PAMELA WHITMORE Director Website: www.co.genesee.ny.us Email: [email protected] “INFORMATION FOR ADULTS 60 AND OVER” October/November/December 2014 Open SAVE THE DATES! Submitted by: Kimberly Perl Enrollment is fast approaching for those on Medicare October 15th - December 7th …and we have our Vendor Fair dates set! Please note, due to a continual increase in numbers of individuals needing services and no increase in our funding for more assistance, we ask that you do your best to attend one of the Vendor Fairs to review your current coverage, as well as to see what other plans have to offer. Staff will be on hand during these times to answer questions and give non-biased information. If you still need an appointment AFTER attending the Fair, we will do our best to accommodate one, but there are no guarantees. Thursday, October 16th Tuesday, October 28th Thursday, November 6th Tuesday, November 25th Tuesday, December 2nd ALL are 10am-4pm You are invited to come to our Holiday Market, enjoy a Delicious Lunch featuring Pulled Pork Sandwich, Red Potatoes, Green Beans & Dessert Lunch Served: 12:00 NOON till 2:00 p.m. $ 8.00 per Lunch/Eat In or Take Out PRESALE TICKETS ONLY!!!! Tickets may be purchased at the Batavia-Genesee Senior Center NO LATER than Thursday, November 6, 2014 Gift Shopping & Vendor Offerings Senior Center Gift Shop, Holiday Gifts, Jewelry & Home Decorating Items & Baked Goods Where: When: Time: Batavia-Genesee Senior Center Friday, November 14, 2014 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. No Admission Fee - Door Prizes Galore! Proceeds from this event will benefit the Genesee County Medical Transportation Service for seniors and other needs that can not be met through Genesee County Office for the Aging funding sources. Held at: 2 Bank Street, Batavia – Senior Center Or Current Resident GENESEE COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING Batavia - Genesee Senior Center 2 Bank St. Batavia, New York 14020 PERMIT NO. 194 Batavia, N.Y. 14020 PAID PRE-SORT STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE This Newsletter is funded through grants from the New York State Office for the Aging, the Older American’s Act, and the generous support of the Genesee County Legislature. SUGGESTED CONTRIBUTION - $5.00 Gene-Senior 2 ITEMS OF SPECIAL INTEREST By: Barbara A. Matarazzo, Clerk/Typist MEETINGS Disabled American Veterans - Chapter 15 Tuesday, 10/7; 11/4; 12/2 ............................. 11:30 a.m. VAMC - Building #2, Room 102 Doehler-Jarvis Monday, 10/13; 11/10; 12/8 .......................... 12:00 p.m. To Be Announced Graham Retirees Wednesday, 10/8; 11/12; 12/10 .................... 12:00 p.m. To Be Announced N.A.R.F.E. Meeting Tuesday, 10/28; 11/25; 12/23 .......... 12:00 p.m. (Lunch) T.F. Brown’s, Batavia ...................... 1:00 p.m. (Meeting) For more information, call 591-1878 or 591-1044 Website Address for the Genesee County Office for the Aging www.co.genesee.ny.us BATAVIA - GENESEE SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES By: Kim Wurthman, Recreation Program Assistant BLOOD PRESSURE MORNINGS Bethany - East Bethany Church Wednesday, 10/1; 11/5; 12/3……11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Upcoming Day Trips Thursday, October 23rd - Viva Las Vegas A Small Motorcoach Bus is scheduled to leave the Senior Center at 11:00 a.m. and return at approximately 5:00 p.m. for the Rivera Theatre and the show “Viva Las Vegas”. Lunch will be served at Pane’s Restaurant with a dinner choice of roast beef, chicken marsala or eggplant parmesan. Cost of the trip, to be paid at time of sign-up is $73. Walking Level: L Saturday, November 8th - Mamma Mia A Small Motorcoach Bus is scheduled to leave the Senior Center at 11:00 a.m. and return at approximately 5:00 pm for Shea’s Theatre and the production of “Mamma Mia”. Lunch will be served at Chef’s Restaurant with a dinner choice of chicken cacciatore, lasagna or spaghetti parmesan. Cost of the trip, to be paid at time of sign-up is $85. Walking Level: L Saturday, December 6th - Cinderella Cinderella production at Shea’s Theatre. Lunch at The Eagle House. More detailed information available in a future issue of the Gene-Senior. ADVISORY COUNCILS (Meet at the Senior Center) Office for the Aging Wednesday, 10/1; 11/5; 12/3 ........................... 1:00 p.m. Genesee Senior Foundation, Inc. Thursday, 10/9 & 12/11 ................................... 2:00 p.m. No Meeting in November 2014 RSVP Advisory Monday, 10/6; 11/3; 12/1 ...............................12:30 p.m. WEEKLY PROGRAMS Mondays. Arthritis Exercise Class ................................... 9:30 a.m. Bridge ............................................................12:30 p.m. Pinochle ........................................................... 1:00 p.m. Tuesdays Cribbage .......................................................... 1:00 p.m. Wednesdays Quilters ............................................................ 9:00 a.m. Euchre ............................................................. 1:00 p.m. Thursdays Bridge .............................................................. 1:00 p.m. Cribbage .......................................................... 1:00 p.m. Keyboard Music Lessons ............................... 2:15 p.m. Fridays Line Dancing .................................................... 9:45 a.m. Art Class ........................................................10:00 a.m. OTHER PROGRAM OFFERINGS: 2ndTuesdays Adult Diabetes Support Group VA Medical Center - Ambulatory Care Area - 222 Richmond Avenue. For information call Michele Gaylord, CDE at 297-1000, ext. 72555. This is Open to the Public ............................................................... 7:00 p.m. 3rd Tuesdays Caregivers Support Group Sponsored by LeRoy Christian Community Project For information call 768-7540 Scooters Restaurant, 3711 West Main Street, LeRoy ............................................................12:30 p.m. 3rd Wednesdays Alzheimer's/Dementia Related Information & Discussion Group, Richmond Memorial Library, Gallery Room 19 Ross Street, Batavia For information call the Alzheimers Association of WNY at 1-800-272-3900 ........................ 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Insurance Counseling Insurance counseling offered on an appointment basis ONLY .................................................... . Call 343-1611 For a complete list of Support Groups available, go to http://www.co.genesee.ny.us/docs/OfficefortheAging/ Support_Groups_Updated_7_2_13.pdf Cribbage Results July 2014 1st Place - Helen Johnson 2nd Place - Jane Laesser 3rd Place - Joe Guppenberger 4th Place - Dave Guile 5th Place - Ken Dehm Gene-Senior 3 UPCOMING EVENTS Luncheon activities take place at our 2 Bank Street location. Please call us at 343-1611 to RSVP for lunch 2 days prior. To secure a seat on one of our trips, you will need to prepay for the desired trip in person. October 2014 Wednesday, October 22nd - Bingo “Bingo!” is the game and if you shout out that magic word, you too can be a prize winner. Join us for lunch followed by a game or two of “Bingo!” Monday, October 27th - October Birthdays As part of our noontime luncheon, we will celebrate the birthdays of our friends born in the month of October. Be part of the celebration as we sing, “Happy Birthday!”. Friday, October 31st - Halloween Party A Halloween Party Celebration is being planned to include entertainment. Be part of the celebration and come and join in on the fun in costume for our noontime luncheon and festivities. November 2014 Wednesday, November 12th - Holiday Food Ideas Ellen Foster, Dietician, will be providing a talk entitled, “Nutritional Holiday Food Ideas”. This is great way to kick off the holiday season. Be part of our noontime luncheon and talk. Wednesday, November 19th - Bingo Following our noontime luncheon, the great game “Bingo!” will be played for a chance to win a prize. Join us for both lunch and fun. Wednesday, November 26th - Thanksgiving Celebration Thomas and Sean Quigley will be providing entertainment at this year’s Thanksgiving Celebration. Please join us for our Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon and Celebration. Friday, November 28th - November Birthdays A Birthday Treat has been ordered as we celebrate the birthdays of our friends born in the month of November as part of our noontime luncheon. December 2014 Wednesday, December 10th - Bingo It may be snowing outside, but its warm inside as we play “Bingo” for a chance to win a prize. Join us for a noontime luncheon followed by a game or two. Wednesday, December 17th - Holiday Celebration As part of our Annual Holiday Celebration entertainment is being planned. Join us as we enjoy our annual holiday luncheon. Monday, December 29th - December Birthdays There is no better way to celebrate a birthday, but with friends around you singing “Happy Birthday”. That is what will happen as part of our noontime luncheon. Nutrition Notes Parsnips Submitted by: Ellen Foster , Registered Dietitian R oot vegetables are the edible underground parts of vegetables. Some root vegetables are beets, potatoes, carrots, rutabaga, parsnips, and turnips. The wild parsnip is not edible but cultivation has produced a sweet, aromatic root that looks much like a carrot, only it is a tan color with white flesh. Today’s parsnips have a sweet nutty flavor and were actually used as a sweetener until the development of the sugar beet in the 19th century. A fresh one will have a buttery-soft texture when cooked, but an old parsnip will be fibrous and bitter. The whiter ones tend to be the most tender, and should be firm like a carrot. Parsnips will keep for weeks if properly stored in a very cool place. They can be also be cooked like carrots and make a colorful addition to your plate when combined with carrots. Also like carrots, parsnips should be scrubbed rather than peeled; but unlike the carrot, overcooking can turn them to mush. So cook your carrots and parsnips separately, then combine when ready to serve. Nutritionally parsnips are a good source of fiber, having more per serving than a lot of ready-to-eat cereals. They also contain folate, magnesium, iron, potassium, Vitamins C and E, calcium, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, and Vitamin B6. Parsnips are a traditional American vegetable, particularly around Thanksgiving, but they are also popular in England, France, Scandinavia, Hungary, and Holland, and are harvested throughout the fall and winter. Gene-Senior 4 HEAP 2014-2015 Submitted by: Courtney Iburi, Specialist, Aging Services E very year the Office for the Aging processes HEAP applications for households with individuals 60 and older or younger people with disabilities. At the time this article was being written, the opening date and the income guidelines for the 2014-2015 HEAP season had not been released. If you processed your last year’s HEAP application through our office, then you will receive this year’s application in the mail toward the end of August or early September. When you receive your application, please complete it to the best of your ability and submit the application at our office. If you have had any changes to your income or household, documentation of the changes will be necessary for processing. Please note that you may have to wait a few minutes to be seen by a trained HEAP worker, should our workers be assisting someone else when you arrive. If you receive Food Stamps/SNAP, you most likely will receive a HEAP benefit automatically and do not need to apply. Check with your food stamp worker if you are unsure. If you did not receive HEAP last season and would like to apply this year, you can pick up an application at our office after the season opens this November. You can also apply on-line at www.mybenefits.ny.gov after the season opens. The HEAP benefit is a one-time supplement to your annual energy costs and will not replace your personal payments. You should continue to pay your energy bill as scheduled. HEAP benefits are paid directly to your vendor and may take up to three months to see a HEAP credit to your account. Medicare 101 Submitted by: Kimberly Perl, Specialist, Aging Services A re you thinking about retiring? Perhaps you are going to be turning 65 soon and want to find out what your options are. Maybe you are disabled and will be receiving Medicare soon. No matter what your reason may be, this session is for you! Learn what Medicare is all about, and the options you have once you receive it. Join us on ONE of the following dates this coming season: Wednesday, September 17th Thursday, October 23rd Wednesday, November 19th All take place at the Office for the Aging, 2 Bank Street, Batavia. All sessions begin at 6:00 p.m. and NO reservations are required. *For individuals with disabilities, requests for reasonable accommodations should be made with at least five days notice.” Tai Chi Class Update Submitted by: Karen Spiotta, Specialist, Aging Services T ai Chi- Moving For Better Balance classes were offered at various locations during the period of May 2013- June 2014. It proved to be a popular and beneficial program for improving balance and strength, while helping to reduce the risk of falling. Classes did not meet during the recent summer months. We are happy to announce that the cooperative effort between the Office for the Aging and the GLOW YMCA Being eligible for HEAP oftentimes makes you eligible for - Batavia branch that allowed classes to be offered to many older adults is continuing. There will be Tai Chi other programs including the Weatherization and Empower Programs, which focus on energy savings, and classes resuming in September. You may contact the Office for the Aging at 343-1611 for more information the Life Line Telephone Discount Program, which concerning available class locations, days, and times. provides a discount on your land line telephone bill or access to 200 free cellular minutes per month and a free If you did not take advantage of these classes cellular phone. Feel free to contact our office for more previously, consider giving them a try. For those who information about any of these programs. did take part in classes, we hope that you will continue to participate in order to maximize the benefits of Tai Chi, and to build upon friendships that developed during the classes. This Newsletter is funded through grants from the New York State Office for the Aging, the Older American’s Act, and the generous support of the Genesee County Legislature. SUGGESTED CONTRIBUTION - $5.00 Gene-Senior Osteoporosis: The Bone Thief Submitted by Kristine Voos, CHESPublic Health Educator Normal Bone/Bone with Osteoporosis O steoporosis is a disease that weakens bones to the point where they break easily, most often bones in the hip, backbone (spine), and wrist. Osteoporosis is called the “silent disease” because you may not notice any changes until a bone breaks. All the while, though, your bones had been losing strength for many years. Both men and women are susceptible to the disease, although it is most commonly found in women. Keys to preventing osteoporosis or furthering its progress are through adequate diet, vitamin D absorption, exercise, and medications. The best way to get the adequate amount of calcium is through the foods you eat. For example, eat low-fat dairy foods, canned fish with soft bones such as salmon, and some dark-green leafy vegetables. Check the labels on foods like orange juice, breads, and cereals to find those with calcium added. Vitamin D is important to your bone health because your body uses it to absorb calcium. Most people’s bodies are able to make enough vitamin D if they are out in the sun without sunscreen for 10 to 15 minutes at least twice a week. You can also get vitamin D from eggs, fatty fish, and cereal and milk fortified with vitamin D. Your bones and muscles will be stronger if you are physically active. Weight-bearing exercises, done three to four times a week, are best for preventing osteoporosis. Walking, jogging, and dancing are examples of weight-bearing exercises. Also, you can talk with your doctor about medications that are also available to help prevent or treat osteoporosis. As many are unaware if have they have the “silent disease,” there is a bone density test to find out how strong your bones are. Your doctor may suggest a type of bone density test called a DXA test (dualenergy x-ray absorptiometry) if you are a woman age 65 or older or if he or she thinks you are at risk for osteoporosis. This article is brought to you by Steps Up to Stop Falls in Genesee County. A program focused on helping older adults prevent falls to preserve their independence. For information about this program call 585-343-1611. 5 Alzheimer’s Association Care Consultation T he Alzheimer’s Association - Western New York Chapter, is available to meet privately with Genesee County families caring for a loved one with dementia. This service takes place at the Genesee County Office for the Aging, every 2nd Tuesday morning of the month. There is only a limited amount of time slots available each month, so calling for an appointment is highly recommended. To make an appointment with Alzheimer’s Associations Care Consultant, please contact the Genesee County Office for the Aging at 343-1611. Submitted by: Dorian Ely, Specialist, Aging Services ooking for a speaker/presentation for your group? We have a wonderful 15 minute video “Great Ideas in Aging: The Muriel H. Marshall Fund.” A staff member and/or volunteers are available at no cost to share the video and speak to your group about these programs and others: L * * * * * * Financial Management Handyman Services Home Visitation Library Services (SAGE) Recreation Transportation These programs and services are made possible by Rochester Area Community Foundation’s Muriel H. Marshall Fund for the Aging in Genesee County. Several of the programs rely on volunteers to deliver the services to our older adults. Volunteers are particularly needed for the Home Visitation, Financial Management, Medical Transportation and Home Delivered Meals Programs. For information about programs or volunteering, contact the Genesee County Office for the Aging at 585-343-1611. Gene-Senior 6 Senior Center Gift Shop T he Senior Center Gift Shop, operated by the Genesee Senior Foundation, is open to the public, Monday through Friday, 9 AM-4:30 PM. It is located in the Genesee County Office for the Aging/Senior Center (first Floor) at 2 Bank Street. The shop specializes in providing small gift items at reasonable prices appealing to all age groups. Included in our inventory are Pavilion Gift Company Angels, tapestries, designer scarves, consignment items by area artists and crafters as well as home decor, china gifts, plush toys and jewelry. The shop is always a source for seasonal gift ideas. We encourage drop in customers, so if the doors are not open, just ask and we will be happy to welcome you when you arrive. If you have questions, call 343-1611 and ask for Mary. Common Scams with Medicare Submitted by: Kimberly Perl, Specialist, Aging Services Taken from StopMedicareFraud.gov Be suspicious of doctors, health care providers, or suppliers who: · · · · · · · · · · · · Ask for your Medicare number: úIn exchange for free equipment or services úFor “record keeping purposes” Tell you that tests become cheaper as more of them are provided Advertise “free” consultations to people with Medicare Call or visit you and say they represent Medicare or the federal government Use telephone or door-to-door selling techniques Use pressure or scare tactics to sell you expensive medical services or diagnostic tests Bill Medicare for services you never received or a diagnosis you do not have Offer non-medical transportation or housekeeping as Medicare-approved services Bill home health services for patients who are not confined to their home, or for patients who still drive a car Bill Medicare for medical equipment for people in nursing homes Bill Medicare for tests you received as a hospital inpatient or within 72 hours of admission or discharge Bill Medicare for a power wheelchair or scooter when you don’t meet Medicare’s qualifications *Note – if you suspect fraud, call the Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Hotline at 1-877-678-4697* Muriel H. Marshall Program Provides Financial Management Assistance for Older Adults in Genesee County Submitted by: Karen Hall, Lifespan’s Financial Management Coordinator A new service is available for residents of Genesee County age 60 and older. Lifespan of Greater Rochester, a nonprofit organization, is providing in-home bill paying and budgeting assistance thanks to funding from the Muriel H. Marshall Fund for the Aging and assistance from the Office for the Aging. Trained staff members and volunteers visit older adults at home to help pay bills, plan budgets, balance checkbooks, work with creditors and complete insurance forms. This service is perfect for people who do not have experience with finances and those who have health problems that prevent them from being able to handle their finances. There is no cost for this service however donations to Lifespan are gratefully accepted. Signs that an older adult could use our services include: · · · · · · Overdue bill notices Piling up mail An often misplaced checkbook A home that needs to be maintained or liquidated and has nobody to assist A lot of mail that asks for money (donations) or claims “you are a winner!” Complaints that the bank or vendors make mistakes on their statements. Any of these signs indicate that a person has difficulty managing their finances and could use assistance from Lifespan’s In-home Financial Management program. Please note that Lifespan cannot consolidate or pay down any individual debts. We can only advise regarding debt, including consolidation options. For more information, please call Karen Hall, (585) 259-2781 or email [email protected]. Karen’s office is located within Genesee County Office for the Aging at 2 Bank Street in Batavia. “Lifespan provides information; guidance and services that help older adults take on both the challenges and the opportunities of longer life.” Gene-Senior 7 TRANSPORTATION CORNER Submitted by: Courtney Iburi, Specialist, Aging Services ú Smart Driving Tips ú ú * * * * * * * Keep your headlights on at all times. Drive on streets you know. Take routes that avoid risky spots like left turns and hectic intersections. Do not drive when you are stressed or tired. Leave at least two car lengths between your car and the one in front of you and leave even more space if the weather is bad or you are driving at higher speeds. Before the bad weather arrives, make sure your wipers are working and rotate your tires for even wear, while replacing tires, as needed. Consider taking a driver refresher class every few years. Many insurance companies will offer a discount on your insurance after completing the course. Check with AAA, AARP or contact our office to see if we know of any upcoming refresher courses being offered in our area. If you just can’t bear the thought of cleaning off your car and dealing with winter driving conditions, call the Office for the Aging’s Transportation Coordination Program for transportation options available to you at 343-1611. This program is made available through the generosity of the Muriel H. Marshall Fund for the Aging in Genesee County. ú ú ú Stock up on food that doesn’t require preparation in case you lose power. Cereal, granola bars and canned foods are good choices (make sure you have a can opener!). If your heat shuts off, pipes can freeze up, leaving you without water. Make sure you have enough stored for at least three days. Each person should have a gallon of water for each day. Keep spare batteries for flashlights, clocks and radios handy. Have a first aid kit prepared and keep a first aid handbook with it. Make sure you have a week’s supply of all prescription medications. Make an emergency kit for your pet as well. Keep extra water, food, and toileting necessities in it. Don’t forget to always keep a shovel by the door with rock salt and sand to provide more grip on icy surfaces and help melt the snow. Always dress warmly when going outside, and remember that layering clothing will provide great protection against that cold air. Don’t forget about your feet! Insulated, waterproof boots are best for walking in, even if it’s just to your car and back. “Gene-Senior” Newsletter is collated by RSVP Volunteers NY CONNECTS GENESEE CARE OPTIONS in Genesee County NY Connects Genesee Care Options is here to help you. Whether you are a senior, disabled person, or caregiver, we have a fair and easy way for you to get connected to the long term care help you need. We make the hard choices simpler for you. Genesee Region Citizen Corps Council W inter will soon be upon us and that means you could end up snowed in. If the snow blocks your doors or the road, would you have the right things to make it through? The answer is that you probably do, but you can make yourself and your family more comfortable by obtaining just a few extra supplies and putting them somewhere that the entire family can easily access them. Make sure that everyone knows where to find their favorite blanket and: Information is available in printed form 585-343-1611 or Reach us on the web at: www.co.genesee.ny.us From the main menu select: NY Connects Genesee Care Options The work of the NY Connects Genesee Care Options is funded through grants from the New York State Office for the Aging, the Older Americans Act, New York State Department of Health, and the generous support of the Genesee County Legislature. Gene-Senior 8 The PAST, PRESENT and FUTURE Genesee County Office for the Aging Guest Speaker Greg Olsen, MSW Executive Deputy Director, NYS Office for the Aging TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2014 12:00 — 2:00 p.m. Ascension Parish Center (formerly known as Sacred Heart Social Center) 17 Sumner Street, Batavia WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2014 12:00 — 2:00 p.m. Elba Fire Dept. Recreation Hall 7143 Oak Orchard Road (Rt. 98), Elba A LIGHT LUNCH WILL BE SERVED Please select one date to attend. Reservations greatly appreciated, as luncheon seating is limited. Call Office for the Aging at 343-1611 by September 26th. Transportation assistance may be available. FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES, REQUESTS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS SHOULD BE MADE WITH LEAST FIVE DAYS’ NOTICE. · · · · LIVABLE COMMUNITY EVENT HIGHLIGHTS Public Hearing—Proposed 2015 Office for the Aging Plan for Senior Services Results of 2014 Needs Assessment Survey Celebration—40 years of the Office for the Aging in Genesee County Tribute to RSVP Older Adult Volunteers This program is funded through grants from the NYS Office for the Aging/NY Connects, the Older Americans Act, Corporation for National & Community Service, and the generous support of the Genesee County Legislature. AT Gene-Senior 9 GENESEE COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING 2014 PUBLIC HEARING COMMENT FORM W e welcome your feedback regarding Office for the Aging services. As part of the Office for the Aging Advisory Council’s Public Hearing process, we are asking your opinion about services for older adults and disabled residents of our county and their caregivers. Your comments help us to make sure we are meeting needs in the best way possible as we plan for services and programs to be provided in 2015. Comments received will be entered into Office for the Aging Public Hearing Testimony. Please answer the questions below and mail or drop off your completed form to the Genesee County Office for the Aging, 2 Bank Street, Batavia, NY 14020 or the form can be accessed at www.co.genesee.ny.us and returned via e-mail: [email protected]. 1. Do you have any suggestions for how the Office for the Aging might change the services currently provided to better serve county residents? _________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. Do you have suggestions for additional services for seniors/disabled individuals that are not currently available in our county and/or a way to potentially fund these services? _________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________ 3. On a scale of 1 to 10 with 1 being the lowest and 10 being the highest rating, how would you rate the quality of service that Office for the Aging provides: Low Average High Overall Office for the Aging Rating 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 4. Is there a program that has provided exceptionally helpful service. If yes, please identify: _________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________ 5. Is there a service that is not well done and could use improvement. If yes, please identify: _________________________________________________________________________________________ 6. Is there a service that seems not needed and unnecessary. If yes, please identify: _________________________________________________________________________________________ 7. Any additional comments you wish to share: _________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________ Thank you for your anticipated response. Any questions, please call Office for the Aging at 343-1611 PLEASE RETURN TO: GENESEE COUNTY OFFICE FOR THE AGING 2 BANK STREET, BATAVIA, NY 14020 Gene-Senior 10 WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT B ecause needs are always greater than the funds available to meet them, the Genesee County Office for the Aging encourages monetary donations to our not-for-profit foundation called the Genesee Senior Foundation, Inc. Name________________________________________ (May we publish your name? qYes qNo) Address______________________________________ _____________________________________________ All donations are greatly appreciated. All contributions are tax deductible to the extent of the law I designate my contribution of $_______to be used where most needed. Funds received will be used to support Office for the Aging Programs such as: Recreation, Transportation, Home Delivered Meals, Caregiver Support, In-Home Care, and Health Insurance Counseling Please make checks payable and send to: Genesee Senior Foundation, Inc. 2 Bank Street, Batavia, NY 14020 THANK YOU! NY CONNECTS GENESEE CARE OPTIONS/ OFFICE FOR THE AGING IF YOU HAVE A COMPLAINT: Direct your complaint, verbal or written, to the supervisor of NY Connects Genesee Care 1. Options/Office for the Aging. Any staff member will help you identify the appropriate supervisor. 2. If you are not satisfied with the supervisor’s explanation or you do not feel there has been any resolution of your complaint, you may refer your concern to Director of the Genesee County Office for the Aging by phone (585-343-1611), or in writing to: Director Genesee County Office for the Aging 2 Bank Street Batavia, New York 14020 NEWSLETTER SUGGESTED CONTRIBUTION By: Pamela Whitmore, Director O ur suggested annual contribution for this “GeneSenior” newsletter is $5.00. It is costly to mail the newsletter and your contribution will help to ensure that we will be able to provide the information included in a timely and cost effective manner. This is only a suggested contribution amount. We appreciate any donation that you can make. Please return the form provided below with your contribution to: Office for the Aging, 2 Bank Street, Batavia, NY 14020. Newsletter Contribution Name _____________________________________ Address ____________________________________ ___________________________________________ Telephone # ________________________________ Amount of Contribution $ ______________________ Thank You For Your Support!! Fall 2014 Live Performances at the Stuart Steiner Theatre Genesee Center for the Arts at Genesee Community College One College Road, Batavia, NY A Supernatural Evening with Jeff Belanger Friday, November 7, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. Cello Fury Thursday, November 20, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets: Adults $8, Seniors (55+), Students (16+), & GCC Faculty/Staff $5, GCC Students with ID $3, GCC Alumni with ID $2 Discount For ticket reservation or general information, contact the Genesee Center for the Arts Box Office at 585/345-6814, or email [email protected]. Or 3. You may choose to refer your complaint to The New York State Office for the Aging by calling 1-800-342-9871 OFA Disclaimer The Genesee County Office for the Aging denies no person access to service or employment based upon age, race, national origin, sexual orientation, and/or handicapped condition. Funding for the programs of the Genesee County Office for the Aging is provided by the County of Genesee, the New York State Office for the Aging, the United States Administration on Aging, private foundations, and local contributions. Your questions and comments regarding Office for the Aging services are welcome. Please visit us at 2 Bank Street, Batavia, NY 14020. Visit our website www.co.genesee.ny.us, e-mail [email protected], or call us at (585)343-1611. HOME CARE Visiting Nursing Association of WNY DERRICK MONUMENT CO., INC United Memorial Medical Center CEMETERY MEMORIALS Established 1915 Quality care right at home. 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