Advocacy, Information and Assistance for Seniors

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Read and share this infographic about ways to help keep older drivers safe, especially if you have concerns about a loved one's driving ability.

April is National Social Security Month and is dedicated to educating you about Social Security programs and services. From programs that help support you through life’s journey, to services that help put you in control, to systems that help protect what’s important to you, Social Security is committed to helping secure today and tomorrow for you and your family. Please visit SocialSecurity.gov for more information. ... See more

People who are new to Medicare are invited to attend a “Get Ready for Medicare: The Basics for People Who Are Joining”, a free community workshop on May 3rd at the Penns Creek Adult Resource Center located at 3551 Richard Rd., Penns Creek at 10 AM. The event is sponsored by APPRISE, a program of the Pennsylvania Department of Aging.

This workshop is specifically designed to assist people who will be enrolling in Medicare, either because they will turn 65 years old or because they receive Social Security disability benefits. The workshop is also appropriate for spouses and caregivers.
Roughly 100,000 Pennsylvanians enroll in Medicare each year. Many struggle to make the right decisions about their coverage because they do not have clear information. The Medicare enrollment process is complex and there are key decisions that must be made according to strict deadlines. There are also programs available that can help Medicare enrollees save money. Beneficiaries are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to get information from highly trained people who will offer unbiased advice.

To register, please call 570-524-2100 or 570-374-5558. The Union-Snyder Agency on Aging is a local affiliate of APPRISE, a program of the Pennsylvania Department of Aging, the designated State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) in Pennsylvania. SHIPs receive grant funding from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to provide direct, local assistance to Medicare beneficiaries through one-on-one, counseling sessions (both in-person and over the phone), presentations, and public education programs.
APPRISE is a free health insurance counseling program designed to help Pennsylvanians with Medicare. For more information, visit Union-Snyder Agency on Aging website at www.usaaa17.org ... See more

People who are new to Medicare are invited to attend a “Get Ready for Medicare: The Basics for People Who Are Joining”, a free community workshop on May 3rd at the Penns Creek Adult Resource Center located at 3551 Richard Rd., Penns Creek at 10 AM. The event is sponsored by APPRISE, a program of the Pennsylvania Department of Aging.

This workshop is specifically designed to assist people who will be enrolling in Medicare, either because they will turn 65 years old or because they receive Social Security disability benefits. The workshop is also appropriate for spouses and caregivers.
Roughly 100,000 Pennsylvanians enroll in Medicare each year. Many struggle to make the right decisions about their coverage because they do not have clear information. The Medicare enrollment process is complex and there are key decisions that must be made according to strict deadlines. There are also programs available that can help Medicare enrollees save money. Beneficiaries are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to get information from highly trained people who will offer unbiased advice.

To register, please call 570-524-2100 or 570-374-5558. The Union-Snyder Agency on Aging is a local affiliate of APPRISE, a program of the Pennsylvania Department of Aging, the designated State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) in Pennsylvania. SHIPs receive grant funding from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to provide direct, local assistance to Medicare beneficiaries through one-on-one, counseling sessions (both in-person and over the phone), presentations, and public education programs.
APPRISE is a free health insurance counseling program designed to help Pennsylvanians with Medicare. For more information, visit Union-Snyder Agency on Aging website at www.usaaa17.org ... See more

Governor Tom Wolf announced that Pennsylvanians struggling to pay home heating bills will now have until April 13, 2018, to apply for financial help through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Please click on attachment for more details. ... See more

As #dementia progresses at the end of life, caregivers often have to make hard decisions about the type of care their loved one gets. Start talking about end-of-life care plans before thinking and speaking abilities fail and make sure to complete legal documents like advance directives. Learn more about navigating this time: http://bit.ly/2CxZ90Z ... See more

Caring for a person with dementia at the end of life has special challenges. Help them have good quality of life as they’re dying.

Please see below flyer from the Governor's Office of General Counsel in Harrisburg about a free statewide telephone service providing legal information, advice, brief services, and referrals
for Older Adults. ... See more

The Union-Snyder Agency on Aging office and all of its Senior Centers will be closed Friday, March 30th in honor of Good Friday.

To report situations of elder abuse or if you are a waiver consumer and need immediate assistance from a service coordinator due to an emergent situation please call:

(570) 524-2100, (570) 374-5558 or 1-800-533-1050

and listen for the instructions. ... See more

The Union-Snyder Agency on Aging, Inc.; Geisinger Health Plan; and Evangelical Community Health and Wellness will be sponsoring Live Your Best Life at Community Health & Wellness, Evangelical Professional Office Building, 3 Hospital Drive, Suite 120 Conference Room, Lewisburg, PA 17837. Live Your Best Life is a free program that has been proven to be effective in helping people to manage their chronic health conditions. It is supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging. Educational materials will be provided, and are available in Spanish and audiobook. The program will be held on Tuesdays, 9:00 – 11:30 am, beginning Tuesday, April 17 through Tuesday, May 22.

Live Your Best Life is open to adults who want to learn how to improve their quality of life while coping with a chronic health condition such as diabetes, arthritis, chronic pain, depression, a breathing problem, heart failure or any other health problem that alters your lifestyle. Anyone who cares for someone who has a chronic condition is also welcome to attend. Topics that will be covered during the program include: managing pain and fatigue; improving psychological well-being; nutrition and exercise; and communicating with family, friends and health professionals.

Registration is required. Call 570-768-3200 or register online at www.evanhospital.com ... See more

The Union-Snyder Agency on Aging, Inc.; Geisinger Health Plan; and Evangelical Community Health and Wellness will be sponsoring Live Your Best Life at Community Health & Wellness, Evangelical Professional Office Building, 3 Hospital Drive, Suite 120 Conference Room, Lewisburg, PA 17837. Live Your Best Life is a free program that has been proven to be effective in helping people to manage their chronic health conditions. It is supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging. Educational materials will be provided, and are available in Spanish and audiobook. The program will be held on Tuesdays, 9:00 – 11:30 am, beginning Tuesday, April 17 through Tuesday, May 22.

Live Your Best Life is open to adults who want to learn how to improve their quality of life while coping with a chronic health condition such as diabetes, arthritis, chronic pain, depression, a breathing problem, heart failure or any other health problem that alters your lifestyle. Anyone who cares for someone who has a chronic condition is also welcome to attend. Topics that will be covered during the program include: managing pain and fatigue; improving psychological well-being; nutrition and exercise; and communicating with family, friends and health professionals.

Registration is required. Call 570-768-3200 or register online at www.evanhospital.com ... See more

The Union-Snyder Agency on Aging, Inc. Board of
Directors meeting is cancelled for Wednesday, March 21, 2018 and rescheduled for the following Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. at the Union-Snyder Agency on Aging office: 116 North 2nd Street, 1st floor conference room, Lewisburg, PA.

The public is welcome. ... See more

The Union-Snyder Agency on Aging, Inc. Board of
Directors meeting is cancelled for Wednesday, March 21, 2018 and rescheduled for the following Wednesday, March 28, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. at the Union-Snyder Agency on Aging office: 116 North 2nd Street, 1st floor conference room, Lewisburg, PA.

The public is welcome. ... See more