Prevent heat problems by doing the following: ¨ Drink plenty of liquids, such as water or juices. ¨ Avoid drinks that have caffeine or alcohol in them. ¨ If your doctor has told you to limit your liquids, be sure to ask what you should do when it is very hot. ¨ Eat well-balanced, light […]
Healthy Steps for Older Adults: A Program to Prevent Falls Thurs, Apr 23
Debbie Sanders, RN from the Union-Snyder Agency on Aging, Inc. and Ashley Geiser, Community Health and Wellness Instructor from Evangelical Community Hospital, will be presenting a program on fall prevention. You will learn what your risk of falling is, and what healthy steps you can take to prevent falls and stay active. Anyone over age […]
Rep. Marino to Host Annual Spring Senior Fair 2015
The venue of the spring event is larger than previous fairs and will allow seniors easier access to parking as well as the ability to move more freely to participating vendor stations. Inside, attendees will have the opportunity to speak with representatives from local agencies representing areas like healthcare, education, financial security, state government offices, […]
Free Health Screening Event Penns Creek Adult Resource Center Friday, April 17
The Union-Snyder Agency on Aging, Inc. will be offering free health screenings to people age 60 and olderon Friday, April 17, 9:00 am – 12 Noon, at the Penns Creek Adult Resource Center, 3551 Richard Road, Penns Creek, PA 17862. Appointments are not needed, however, if you would like to stay for lunch (must be […]
Raise the Region 2015 – First Community Foundation Partnership of Pennsylvania’s 30-hour regional fundraising event.
Mark your calendar! On Wednesday, March 11th at 6:00 PM through 11:59 PM on Thursday, March 12th the public is encouraged to visit www.raisetheregion.organd select the participating nonprofit(s) of your choice to support and your gift will be stretched by a generous contribution from Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships. Your donation(s) can also help raise additional support for the […]
Changes to Pennsylvania’s Law Regarding Powers of Attorney
Here are some Highlights On July 2, 2014, Act 95 significantly changed Pennsylvania’s law regarding powers of attorney. Some changes were effective immediately; others began January 1, 2015. The changes only affect financial powers of attorney, not those limited to health care choices. Our purpose here is to give you an overview and highlight some […]
Pennsylvania Rent and Property Tax Rebate Information
The rebate benefits eligible Pennsylvanians age 65 and older, widows and widowers age 50 and older; and people with disabilities age 18 and older. The income limit is $35,000 a year for homeowners and $15,000 annually for renters and half of Social Security income is excluded. For more information, contact: Community Action Agency: 570-374-0181 Representative […]