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2 Bank Street
Batavia, N.Y. 14020
Phone: 585- 343-1611
PAMELA WHITMORE
Director
Website:
www.co.genesee.ny.us
Email: ofa@co.genesee.ny.us
“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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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:
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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.
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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:
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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:
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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 khall@lifespan-roch.org. 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.”
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TRANSPORTATION CORNER
Submitted by: Courtney Iburi, Specialist, Aging Services
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Smart Driving Tips
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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: ofa@co.genesee.ny.us.
1. Do you have any suggestions for how the Office for the Aging might change the services currently provided to
better serve county residents?
_________________________________________________________________________________________
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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?
_________________________________________________________________________________________
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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:
_________________________________________________________________________________________
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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
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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
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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 boxoffice@genesee.edu.
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 ofa@co.genesee.ny.us, or call us at (585)343-1611.
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