Hilltowns Senior News for Friday, January 8, 2016

Is everybody happy now that winter is here?  I know we all joked about the warm weather, but there were a lot of people with respiratory problems.

I hope the cold has knocked the germs out of the air. We will just bundle up with a good book and watch the birds. 

On Saturday, Jan. 9, we will be having our first meeting of the new year at the senior center. We will be having a representative from Legal Aid. 

Our trip to Washington, D.C., which runs from April 1 to 4, still has openings. Call Shirley Slingerland at 797-3467 for information and reservations.

We will be making plans for further outings for the year. 

It was reported that the senior meal program now has a new vendor and the meals are much better. Maybe we need some kitchen angels like the Altamont Seniors have to help us out.

Did everyone get a Social Security update for 2016? Isn't it wonderful that there wasn't a cost-of-living raise? I don't know what country they live in.

So, let’s see. We can't go in an adult living community because the cost is for the rich. There are over 40,000 senior citizens in Albany County who are abused. First of all, how do they know this? And, if this is correct, why isn't something being done?

But wait — Albany County is going to form a panel and spend how much money to come up with a plan? According to the Commissioner of the Department of Aging, said at a meeting, a senior is a senior. I am still shaking my head.

So, remember to come to our meeting at 10:30 a.m., to enjoy the company and the food.

A question: Why is lemon juice made with artificial flavoring, while dishwashing soap is made with real lemon?