SENIOR NEWS
AND EVENTS
APRIL, 2015
INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE ENDS APRIL 13
AT THE RENO CENTER
Mondays and Thursdays ONLY
8:00AM to 11:30AM,Reno Center Game Room
No appointments necessary, but please don’t wait until the last day!
Bring your picture ID, Social Security or Medicare card,
last year’s tax return and all applicable documents.
OLDER AMERICANS MONTH IS COMING
Older Americans Kickoff Ceremony is scheduled for
May 1 at the Reno Center including an Information
Fair and Musical Entertainment by Jeff Wayne. The
full schedule will be available soon.
OUR NEW WEBSITE IS LIVE!
A new look and lots of information. Please take a look at
www.washoecounty.us/seniorsrv and let us know what you think.
WA S H O E C O U N T Y S E N I O R S E R V I C E S
IN RENO ♦ 1155 E. NINTH STREET, Bldg. E ♦ 328-2575
IN SPARKS ♦ 97 RICHARDS WAY ♦ 353-3110
IN SUN VALLEY ♦ 115 WEST 6TH AVENUE ♦ 673-9417
IN COLD SPRINGS ♦ 3355 WHITE LAKE PKWY ♦ 971-8542
IN GERLACH ♦ 385 E. SUNSET BLVD.♦ 775-557-2206
WEB SITE ♦ www.washoecounty.us/seniorsrv
SERVICE
SERVICES
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SOCIAL SERVICE PROGRAMS AT THE RENO CENTER
For information call 328-2575
Commodity Food – The next USDA commodity food distribution will be THURSDAY, MAY 7, 8:00AM 10:00AM at the Reno Center. Gross monthly income limits are: $1,458.75 (one person) or
$1,966.25 (two people). First Thursday of ODD NUMBERED months.
Emergency Food Pantry – Reno Center, Third Tuesday – APRIL 21 at 9:00AM. Be here at 8:00AM.
Gross monthly income limits are: $1,265/mo. (one person) or $1,705 (two people). Only one set of
bags per household. Limited to the first 300 people. ID and Proof of Income REQUIRED
Food Stamp Workshop – Reno Center, Third Tuesday - APRIL 21 - 8:30 - 10:00AM.
Food Bank Truck (CSFP) – Reno Center inside - Third Thursday, APRIL 16 - 9:00AM - 11:00AM;
Sparks - Second Tuesday, APRIL 14 - 11:45AM - 12:30PM, Sparks Parks & Rec., 98 Richards Wy
Sun Valley - Third Wednesday, APRIL 15 - 9:00 - 10:00AM. Gross income limits are: $1,265 (one
person), or $1,705 (two people). Sign up at the distribution. ID and Proof of Income REQUIRED
LIHEA (Low Income Home Energy Assistance Programs) – Provides assistance with utility costs.
Gross income limits are: $1,459/mo. (one person), or $1,966/mo. (two people).
A T & T Universal Lifeline – Provides a discount on your telephone bill. Call AT&T 1-866-901-0152
Sewer Bill Rebate – Reno and Sparks programs are both closed for this year.
Washoe Senior Ride – Taxi Subsidy. Purchase a book of $20 worth of Taxi Bucks for $10, with a
maximum of 2 books per month. Program requirements are: age 60+, an RTC Access rider, or a
veteran of any age. Must be a Washoe County resident with household income below $45,000.
Sign up in person at Central Reception in the Reno Center or call 348-0477 for information.
EYE DISEASES / LOW VISION
FIRST TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH - APRIL 7 AND MAY 5 AT 9:30AM IN THE RENO CENTER
LOBBY. Meet with Harold Blethen of Visionscope Institute for information to deal with low vision
and eye diseases. Information is available on nutrition, treatment options, causes and
prevention of eye diseases and the latest technology available to assist you.
Sanford Center for Aging, UNR, Senior Outreach Services (SOS)
“How the Food Bank Helps Seniors”
Guest Speaker : Cherie Jamason, President and CEO of the Food Bank of Northern Nevada
Tuesday, April 14, 10:00AM to 11:00AM, Laxalt Auditorium, (UNR Nelson Building), 401 W. 2nd St, Reno
The Food Bank of Northern Nevada is a regional food distribution center and a support system for more
than 130 partner agencies serving the needy, the elderly, children, and the ill. Please attend our last
Educational Talk for this spring session and learn how the Food Bank can assist seniors on fixed budgets.
Of special interest are the Food Bank’s Mobile Pantry Program, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
(SNAP) benefits, and senior meal programs.
Come early, at 9:00 a.m. and meet fellow volunteers and others over a light breakfast sponsored by
“MorningStar, Senior Living of Sparks” in the kitchen area right next to the Laxalt Auditorium. The Talk
starts right at 10a.m. Note: Want to attend? Pleaseespond by Friday, April 10 to Sina Ward at
775-784-1804 or email at [email protected]
GOT E-MAIL?
Email [email protected] to be added to the newsletter distribution
list. It is also available on our website,www.washoecounty.us/seniorsrv
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
REMEMBER — GET YOUR SALAD ORDERS IN EARLY!
Senior Services is working to improve the sign-in process for the nutrition program. As part of
the process improvement the salad reservation deadline has been moved to 9:00AM. You may
sign up on the clipboard in the front lobby up to one week in advance or by phone at 328-2575,
option 2, anytime before 9:00AM that day. Please, if you have ordered a salad in advance and
are not able to make it to the center for lunch, let us know before the deadline.
At this time the system will only accommodate those already in our database; if you are a new
participant please be sure to fill out a blue Client Registration Form before your first salad order
so we can have your information entered into the system
TAXI BUCKS SIGN UP OPPORTUNITIES
In order to better accommodate those of you in outlying areas, we will begin Taxi Bucks sign up
at the Sparks, Sun Valley and Cold Springs centers. Taxi Bucks will be available for sale at $10
each, maximum of 2 books per month. Correct change or personal check.
Cold Springs - Tuesdays, 11:00AM-100PM
Sparks - Thursdays, 9:30-11:30AM
Sun Valley - Monday through Friday, 9:00AM-1:00PM
ARE YOU STRUGGLING TO MEET YOUR
FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS?
WE MAY BE ABLE TO HELP
Our Information and Referral Specialist can help you explore your options and apply for any
benefits for which you may qualify. Please stop by Central Reception at the Reno Center, see
our Mobile Information and Referral Specialist at a meal site or pick up a Community Resource
Guide to find about available benefits. (Se Habla Espanol)
INTERESTED IN A BEGINNING COMPUTER CLASS?
We have a volunteer willing to teach a personal technology class at the Sparks
Center. Learn how to use computers and tablets, explore the Web.
Class topics can include:
*Learn basic computer skills
*Explore your iPad apps
*Use email
*Search for almost everything
*Order from online stores
*Find audiobooks and ebooks
*Learn Web safety and privacy *Manage & share your photos
*Go to online banking sites
*Video chatting with Skype
If you are interested in participating, please sign an interest sheet at the
Sparks Center or call Jan at 353-3110.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
AARP DRIVER SAFETY
WILLS/ESTATE PLANNING EDUCATION
Classes available at multiple locations
MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2:30PM
CALL ANNMARIE
FOR INFORMATION
AND TO REGISTER
786-3509
POWER OF ATTORNEY PREPARATION
NO MEETING IN APRIL
Please call to preregister
Senior Law Project 334-3050
ARE YOUR MEDICATIONS MAKING YOU SICKER?
The Medication Therapy Management program will review your entire drug regimen (prescription drugs,
over-the-counter medications, vitamins and supplements) for safety and effectiveness at no charge.
Participation is limited and you must be
• A Nevada resident, age 60 or older AND taking 5 prescription drugs or more
For more information please call Greta Engelbrecht, Sanford Center for Aging, University of Nevada, Reno
(775) 784-1612 or [email protected]
WASHOE COUNTY CONTACT INFORMATION
WASHOE COUNTY ADRC…………………………………………………………………………328-2575
NEVADA STATE INFORMATION SERVICE ...................................................................... 211
AARP MATURE DRIVING CLASS RESERVATIONS ......................................................... 786-3509
AARP INFORMATION CENTER M-F 9:00AM-1:00PM ...................................................... 328-2506
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION 1301 Cordone Ave, Suite 180 ........................................... 786-8061
CARE CHEST 7910 N. Virginia Street, Reno ...................................................................... 829-2273
COMMUNITY SERVICES AGENCY 1090 East 8th, Reno .................................................. 786-6023
ELDER PROTECTIVE SERVICES, NV AGING AND DISABILITY SERVICES / CHIP …. 688-2964
FOOD BANK (CSFP TRUCK) ............................................................................................ 331-3663
FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM M-F 8:00AM-4:30PM ............................................ 358-2768
GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS ............................................................................................... 356-8070
HAWC CLINIC, 1055 South Wells ...................................................................................... 329-6300
MEDICATION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM, UNR ............................................................. 784-1612
NEVADA STATE WELFARE .............................................................................................. 684-7200
NORTHERN NEVADA CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING, 999 Pyramid Way............ 353-3599
RTC ACCESS TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Information .............................................. 348-0477
RENOWN MED. LOW INCOME CLINIC, 21 Locust ........................................................... 982-5270
RETIRED & SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM (RSVP), M-F 9:00AM-4:00PM ................ 784-1807
SANFORD CENTER FOR AGING ..................................................................................... 784-4774
SENIOR COMPANION PROGRAM ................................................................................... 358-2322
SENIOR EMPLOYMENT AARP Senior Community Services Employment Program
1135 Terminal Way, Suite 102 ......................................................................................... 323-2243
Job Connect……………………………………………………...Reno - 284-9600, Sparks - 284-9520
SENIOR LAW PROJECT M-F 8:30AM-NOON, 1:00-5:00PM .............................................. 334-3050
SENIOR OUTREACH SERVICES…………………………………………………………………784-7506
SENIOR SAMPLER (Assistance League) 1701 Vassar St. .............................................. 324-2003
SHIP (STATE HEALTH INSURANCE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM) .................................... 1-800-307-4444
SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION 1170 Harvard Way, Reno .................................... 1-888-808-5481
VETERANS ADMINISTRATION MEDICAL CENTER 1000 Locust St., Reno ..................... 786-7200
Medical Benefits Information 1000 Locust St. .................................................................. 328-1293
US DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS 5460 Reno Corporate Drive, Reno……………………1-800-827-1000
NV OFFICE OF VETERANS SERVICES 5460 Reno Corporate Drive, Reno ...................... 321-4880
VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS (VFW) SERVICE OFFICER Same as Above ................ 321-4885
DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS Same as Above…..……………………………………..321-4896
VETERANS RESOURCE CENTER 419 W. Plumb Lane……………………………………….284.8387
WASHOE COUNTY LIBRARY, SENIOR CENTER BRANCH Tue.- Fri. 9:00AM-1:00PM.. . 328-2586