July 21, 2014

Penn State Co-op Extension to Offer ‘Dining with Diabetes’ Program

Location: Lewisburg Senior Center, 116 n. 2^nd St., Lewisburg PA 17837

Dates and Times: Fridays, 10 am-12 noon, August 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2014 and follow up class Friday, November 7, 2014.

The deadline to register is Monday, July 28, 2014. After the deadline, call 570-988-3950 or 1-800-851-9710.

Cost: Free with Medicare or Medicaid; otherwise $40 individual, $55 family (2 persons)

Scholarships & Financial Aid: Scholarship and financial aid funds are available. Contact Lynn James, MS RD LDN, at Ljames@psu.edu if you would like to be considered for a scholarship or financial aid for this program. To register, call toll free 877-489-1398, or 800-851-9710 or on-line at: http://extension.psu.edu/healthy-lifestyles/diabetes

Penn State encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided or the program, please contact Lynn James at 570-988-3950 or 1-800-851-9710 in advance of your participation or visit.

You Can Now Apply for Your 2024 Property Tax or Rent Rebate

Program’s Income Limits Have Increased Again This Year, More Pennsylvanians May Qualify

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program is now accepting applications from older adults for rebates on property taxes and rent paid in 2024.

This year’s income limit for homeowners and renters is now $46,520 – up more than $1,500 from last year. Governor Josh Shapiro had signed legislation into law that included a key component that ties the program’s income limits to the cost of living and ensures they are evaluated annually. The legislation also increased the maximum rebate from $650 to $1,000.

You can submit your application for free through myPATH in English or Spanish. Free assistance is available across the state at Department of Revenue district offices, our Aging office, or state legislators’ office (Reps Rowe and Borowicz). You must reapply for a rebate every year as they are based on annual income and property taxes or rent paid during the prior year.

Learn more about the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program on the Department of Revenue’s website.

If you have a question, concern, or complaint, Pennsylvania’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman can help. Your local Ombudsman is trained to advocate for your rights and will work to resolve your problems by: listening to your concerns, respecting your choices, and offering ideas and options to help meet your individual needs.

Services are free and confidential.

Call us at

570-524-2100 or 800-533-1050

** Our Ombudsman program serves residents in nursing facilities and personal care homes in Union, Snyder, Perry, Northumberland, Columbia, and Montour counties.