Guilderland Senior News for Friday, September 2, 2016

The Guilderland Senior Services is offering the following activities the week of Aug. 29. Call the senior office at 356-1980, ext. 1048 with any questions or for information.

— Monday: Scheduled shopping, no aerobics at 9 a.m., Strong Bones Plus at 10:30 a.m., no  senior fitness at 10:30 a.m., and Strong Bones Plus at 1:30 p.m.;

— Tuesday: Strong Bones Plus at 9 a.m., luncheon of sliced turkey sandwich or cold plate at 11:30 a.m., and Bingo/Rummikub at 12:30 p.m.;

— Wednesday:  Scheduled shopping, no senior strength and balance at 9 a.m., Strong Bones Plus at 10:30 a.m., no senior fitness at 10:30 a.m., needlecraft at 1 p.m., and Strong Bones Plus at 1:30 p.m.; 

— Thursday:  Scheduled shopping, no other activities; and

— Friday: Scheduled shopping, no other activities.

Learn about Medicare

On Oct. 27, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., join us to learn about Medicare.

Will you soon be 65? Come learn how Medicare works. You will be informed of all the factors that you should consider when making your choices. Are you already in Medicare but still having questions about your coverage options? There are Medicare counselors trained to help you understand your choices and options. Attend a presentation designed to provide you with an understanding of Medicare and the choices available to you.

Having trouble paying your Medicare premium or related medical expenses?  Find out if you may qualify for Federal assistance with your medical expenses.

Please call the office to register for a presentation by Oct. 23.

Drivers needed

If you are interested in volunteering once in awhile for about an hour and half this is an opportunity for you. Meals are delivered to Guilderland and Altamont residents weekdays. Please call MaryAnn at 356-1980, ext. 1095 for further information.
 

Volunteer recognition luncheon
 

On Friday, Sep. 23  a volunteer luncheon will be held at Mallozzi’s Clubhouse at the Western Turnpike Golf Course. This lunch is to express gratitude to all volunteers for giving their time to help others.

The groups to be honored are:

— The Guilderland Interfaith Food Pantry. Monday through Friday volunteers accept donations and distributes food to those who do not have enough food to eat;

— The Home Delivered Meal. Monday through Friday volunteers deliver daily meals to homebound senior citizens in the community to help them live independently in their homes. Adequate nutrition is critical in maintaining health, functioning, and management of disease. Your friendly hello and shared moments together help reduce isolation and provides the senior with a sense of being checked-in-on each day;

— AARP Tax Aide Program. Savvy volunteers spend many hours training and getting certified in cooperation with the IRS to prepare personal Federal and New York State  income tax returns for taxpayers of all ages with low & moderate incomes.

— Guilderland volunteers. Senior citizens who give their time generously offering a variety of activities:

• Many members of our needlecraft group knit/crochet hats and scarves, blankets, baby layettes, and lap robes for those in need of warmth. These items are collected and distributed to hospitals, nursing homes and shelters;
• Our Strong Bones Plus osteoporosis prevention class leaders offer their time two days a week leading this important exercise class. This class is not limited to exercise; many friendships have been made in these classes that have lasted throughout the years;
• Our Tuesday lunch program has their share of volunteers willing to help; consisting of meal servers, bingo caller/assistants, raffle volunteers and a registered nurse to provide blood pressure readings. This program is a nutritious social day out that many enjoy and hate to miss.