Published by Greene County Department of Human Services since 1976 MARCH 2018

SENIOR ANGELS PROGRAM -

SPREADING CHEER 365 DAYS A YEAR

The Senior Angels Program was created in 1998 by the Greene County Department for the Aging staff. The case

managers noticed that there was a large population of seniors that had no family or close friends to share the

Christmas holiday with, and thought it would be nice to remember them at this joyous time.

Originally, the Department for the Aging staff asked for donations of small gifts and trinkets that could be delivered

along with the Home-Delivered Meals. As the concept grew, a couple of staff members thought it would be a good

idea to reach out to the residents and businesses of Greene County seeking monetary donations. In the first year,

$2,000 was raised and they were able to brighten up the Holidays for 15 seniors.

Over the years, the program grew and became so successful, that in 2013, a committee was formed to oversee

fundraising and the requests for gifts. At that time, the logo of an angel’s wings with a halo began, in memory of

former staff member, Sheila Ormerod, who loved the program.

The committee wants people to know that the Senior Angels Program operates more than just at holiday time.

Their slogan is “Spreading Cheer 365 Days a Year”. Year-round, funds are used to provide one-time, emergency

assistance to senior citizens, when all other funds have been exhausted, and there is no other source to help. Some

of the other ways the funds have been used are:

Purchase of clothing and household necessities

Purchase of small appliances or amplified phones

Purchase of items that will enable seniors to live with dignity and independence

Monetary supplement to help with rising energy costs, when all other sources have been expended

Gifts for Elderly clients in Nursing Homes

Due to the generous contributions of the Greene County residents, business and clubs, the Program has been able to

help fulfill all qualified requests. Hopefully, moving forward, it can still do the same for many years to come.

Year-round donations can be dropped off or mailed to: Greene County Department of Human Services, ATTN:

Senior Angels Fund, 411 Main Street, Catskill, NY 12414.

For more information, please call Greene County Department of Human Services at (518) 719-3555 or toll-free

(877) 794-9266

Senior Angels Donations

as requested by the family in lieu of flowers

In Memory of Mabel Schuman

From Helen Ihde

As the number of seniors grows, so does the need for our vast array of services. The

Department of Human Services encourages and appreciates donations. If you or your

family are in a position to do so, please fill out the form below. One hundred percent

of your contribution will be used to provide service to another older adult in need.

NAME: _______________________________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS: ___________________________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________________

I designate a $ _____ donation in appreciation for services OR

In memory of _________________________________

to the following:

_____ Round Table News _____ Homebound transportation

_____ In-home services _____ Nutrition Program/Home-delivered Meals

_____ Senior Angels Program _____ Where most needed

Make checks payable & mail to: Greene County Dept. of Human Services

411 Main Street, Catskill, NY 12414

Vera Crewell Donation for the Nutrition Program

In Memory of Susan Stephens

Carol Maykut (General donation) In Memory of Gail Kamna

Barbara Smith (General donation)

In Memory of George & Helen Zini

Phyllis J. Wissert Donation in Appreciation of Services

CDPHP for the delicious Valentine’s Day Chocolates for the Rivertown Senior Center in Athens.

SHOPPING BUS The Greene County Department of Human Services offers a shopping bus to Greene County residents, age 60 or

older, living in the towns of Ashland, Athens, Cairo, Catskill, Coxsackie, Greenville, Hunter, Jewett, Prattsville and

Windham. Seniors are picked up at their door, driven to Catskill for shopping, and then have lunch at a local Senior

Center before returning home. Special trips on a periodic basis.

MONDAY: Mountain Top/Catskill

(Windham, Ashland, Prattsville, Jewett & Hunter)

TUESDAY: Greenville/Cairo/Catskill

WEDNESDAY: Athens/Coxsackie

NOTE:

The Shopping Bus does not run on the following holidays observed in New York State government:

New Year’s Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Presidents’ Day Memorial Day

Independence Day Labor Day

Columbus Day Election Day (November)

Veterans Day Thanksgiving

Christmas

In addition, dur ing snow or ice storms, it may be necessary for us to close our senior service centers because of

hazardous driving conditions. When we close the centers, we also cancel our transportation services for the day,

which includes the Shopping Bus.

SPECIAL TRIPS

COLONIE CENTER (PRICE PER PERSON: $10.00)

Payment due at time of departure/boarding. No exceptions please.

Reservations must be made no later than 3:00 p.m. of the Wednesday before trip.

Friday, March 9, 2018

SEE NEXT PAGE FOR SPECIAL TRIP TO VIA AQUARIUM

For further information or to make a reservation, call Janet at (518) 719-3559

Volunteers Needed! What: Greene County Public Health Department’s

Annual Point of Dispensing (POD) Exercise

When: April 3, 2018 from 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m.

Where: Coxsackie-Athens Middle School Gymnasium

Who: Anyone can

Contact:

Brielle Phillips, MGH Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Greene County Public Health Phone: (518) 719-3611 Email: bphillips@discovergreene.com

A Point of Dispensing (POD) system is a system that Health Departments use to provide medical countermeasures (antibiotics or vaccinations) to the jurisdictions population in the event of a Public Health Emergency. As a Health Department, we are required to test our plans to operate a POD annually. We do this by creating a mock scenario and practicing dispensing (raffle ticket) as quickly and efficiently as possible.

In order to test our ability to do this, we need volunteers to come and process through the POD as if they are there to receive the medical countermeasure (in this case a raffle ticket). During this, we can see how well we understand the operating system and identify areas of improvement to increase our speed of dispensing.

This is a fun and interesting volunteer opportunity for anyone wanting to give back to their community and assist the Health Department in increasing our community preparedness!

*Receive a raffle ticket when you go through the POD

and get entered into a drawing for a Public Health gift basket!

SENIOR CORPS

MLK COMMUNITY RESOURCE DAY

Sponsored by Greene County Department for Human Services RSVP

March 22, 2018

Washington Irving Senior Center

15 Academy Street

Catskill, NY 12414

9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Stop in to learn how area vendors can assist you.

Lots of great information & give-away items

For more information contact

Ruth Pforte (518) 719-3555

NEWS FROM CAIRO CRAFTERS

Thank you for assisting our group with yarn purchases

in 2017. Below are the ways we have donated to other

organizations and groups with the yarn:

* 2 shawls * 198 hats

* 3 pairs of socks * 31 scarves

* 19 baby hats * 78 lap robes

* 27 baby blankets * 21 pairs of gloves

* 7 pairs of booties * 14 pairs of mittens

We will keep doing our best to fulfill the needs of the

groups that look forward to the things we make for

them.

IN MEMORY OF BARBARA GALANTY

In 2013, two concerned volunteers, Barbara Galanty and

Liz Jarvis, recognized the need for soft, fashionable hats

for chemo patients. Together they worked out a plan to

ask their fellow crafters to help fill this need. They

named their project “Hats for Hope”. The first hats

made were a simple pattern, using very soft materials,

that could be knit or crocheted. Over the years, the hat’s

design has changed to include flowers and butterflies.

Many have expressed their gratitude by writing to say

that receiving the hat raised their spirits. Since 2013,

over 2,000 hats have been donated to 12 chemotherapy

locations in Albany and Columbia Counties.

We will remember Barbara fondly and her efforts in

getting the ball rolling. We are proud that the “Hats for

Hope” project will continue to produce and distr ibute

hats for chemo patients by others following in her

footsteps.

“To ease another’s heartache is to forget one’s own.” Abraham Lincoln

Welcome back to our Caregiver Connection. We hope you find beneficial information to you as family caregivers.

As you read, you’ll come across terms commonly used in Human Services & Health Care settings that you may find

confusing or have never heard before. Each month, we will offer an alphabetical list of terms with simple

explanations.

D - G

Dementia: An umbrella term for types of brain function that disrupts or impairs a person’s memory, ability to think or

speak clearly, and ability to perform everyday tasks, caused by physical changes in the brain. It can also affect a

person’s personality, mood, social interaction (how he or she relates to others) and judgement.

Discharge Planner: A nurse, social worker, or other health care worker who coordinates a patient’s transition from

one care setting to the next, such as from hospital to home.

Do Not Intubate (DNI) Order: Instructs health care workers not to insert a breathing tube through the patient’s nose

or mouth into the throat, once breathing has stopped. A DNI order is part of an advance directive and is separate from

a DNR order.

Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) Order: Instructs health care workers not to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

or other actions to restart a person’s heart or breathing, once it has stopped. By law, a DNR order must be offered to

patients and families. Signed DNRs must be part of the patient’s records. A DNR order is part of an advance

directive and is separate from a DNI order.

Durable Medical Equipment (DME): Medical equipment that can be used more than once. It includes crutches,

knee braces, wheelchairs, hospital beds, and prostheses. In order for DMEs to be paid for by Medicare or other

insurance, they must be ordered by a doctor.

Elder Law Attorney: A lawyer who specializes in the rights and issues of older adults and their health, finances, and

well being. Some states have certification for elder law attorneys.

Formal Caregiver: Professional or paraprofessionals who are paid to provide caregiving. Family Caregivers refer to

any family member, partner, friend or neighbor who provides or manages the care of someone who is ill, disabled, or

frail. There may be more than one family caregiver involved in a person’s care. They are sometimes referred to as

informal caregivers.

Geriatrician: A medical doctor with special training in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disabilities in older

adults. Another health care professional, Gerontologist, is one trained to work with older adults and their families.

He or she may have a MS or PhD.

Guardian: A legal term for someone named by a judge to manage a person’s affairs (financial & personal). This

takes effect only after a court determines that the person is not competent to do this alone.

MORE TERMS NEXT MONTH

WHEN AN ELDERLY LOVED ONE NEEDS EXTRA HELP

Family members of aging adults typically travel one of two paths to becoming a caregiver: the

sudden sprint, or the gradual march. The sudden sprint towards providing care for a loved one is

often set off by an unexpected event - a stroke, a fall, complications from surgery, which acts as a

catalyst, escalating your family member’s care needs practically overnight. The gradual march in

the direction of caregiving is less abrupt. You can’t say exactly when it began, but you’ve started noticing little

changes in how your family member interacts with the world around them. Perhaps they’re getting lost while driving

to the grocery store, maybe they’re having trouble keeping track of their medications, or balancing their checkbook -

tasks they’ve performed countless times over the years, without any problems. If an aging family member is

consistently exhibiting these kinds of behaviors, they may soon be in need of extra care.

Here are common signs your loved one may need extra help:

* Physical - Fluctuating weight, balance problems, poor hygiene, sleeping too much or too little, unexplained

burns and bruises (especially on the legs and arms)

* Home environment - Unkempt yard, unusual carpet stains, excessive clutter (several weeks’ worth of

newspapers, piles of junk mail), unusual odors (urine, garbage), not enough food in the house, failure to turn off

stove or water after use

* Emotional - Mood swings, abusive behavior (most likely verbal), lack of motivation, uncharacteristically

anti-social behavior

* Cognitive - Confusion, memory loss, repetition, hallucinations

* Other - Dents and scratches on the car, unfilled or untaken prescriptions, unpaid bills

Whether these problems appear suddenly or slowly, they are all warning signs that indicate your loved one is having

trouble attending to their own needs. Being able to identify the presence of these red flags, as soon as possible, will

enable you, your aging loved one, and the rest of your family to come up with a plan that ensures everyone’s needs

are met.

NORMAL AGING, OR ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE?

As a loved one ages, one of the questions that may come up, for you and your family, is how to tell the difference

between the cognitive changes associated with “normal aging”, and those that could signal serious health conditions,

such as dementia.

At this time, there’s no definitive way to distinguish between benign memory slips, Alzheimer’s, or other forms of

dementia, but it may help to consider this as a general rule of thumb: occasionally misplacing the car keys is normal,

while forgetting what to do with them is not.

Here are a few additional indicators that your loved one’s cognitive troubles may be caused by something more

serious than the simple advance of age:

Bad judgment (poor financial decisions, public outbursts)

Movement issues (stiff movements, hunched posture)

Loss of inhibition (saying or doing socially inappropriate things)

Language problems (can’t form coherent sentences)

Hallucinations and delusions (seeing things that aren’t really there)

Trouble performing familiar tasks (can’t remember how to get to the doctor’s office)

Memory loss that interrupts daily life (regularly forgets recent conversations)

Ultimately, it’s up to you and your family to determine if, and when, a loved one’s cognitive issues warrant investiga-

tion by a medical professional.

Provided courtesy of AgingCare.com, the go-to destination for family caregivers. AgingCare.com offers resources

and support for those taking care of elderly parents. This article is one of a series of articles included in the eBook,

Family Caring for Family. Download your free copy at www.AgingCare.com/ebook.

MEDICARE COVERAGE

OF PREVENTIVE BENEFITS Source: Medicare.gov

SMOKING & TOBACCO USE CESSATION (Counseling to stop smoking or using tobacco products)

How often is it covered?

Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers up to 8 face-to-face visits in a 12-month period.

A qualified doctor or other Medicare-recognized practitioner must provide these visits.

Who's eligible?

All people with Part B who use tobacco are covered.

Your costs in Original Medicare

You pay nothing for the counseling sessions if your doctor or other health care provider accepts assignment.

To find out how much your specific test, item, or service will cost, talk to your doctor or other health care provider.

The specific amount you’ll owe may depend on several things, like:

Other insurance you may have

How much your doctor charges

Whether your doctor accepts assignment

The type of facility

Where you get your test, item, or service

Note:

Your doctor or other health care provider may recommend you get services more often than Medicare covers. Or,

they may recommend services that Medicare doesn’t cover. If this happens, you may have to pay some or all of the

costs. It’s important to ask questions so you understand why your doctor is recommending certain services and

whether Medicare will pay for them.

MARCH IS NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH . . . “GO FURTHER WITH FOOD”

This year’s theme encourages all of us to be successful in achieving the many benefits healthy eating

habits have to offer, but also to encourage all of us to find ways to cut back on food waste.

Why is food loss so very important?

Economically: Wasted food, between retail and consumers, in the U.S. totaled $161 billion.

Socially: In 2013, 4.3% of U.S. households were food insecure at some point dur ing the

year. That means 48 million Americans, with 16 million of them being children, were hungry.

Environmental: Food is the largest component of our trash. When food reaches the

landfills, it produces methane, a powerful greenhouse gas.

What can we do for ourselves and our community?

Include a variety of healthy foods from all food groups

Consider foods you have on hand before going to the store and buying more

Buy only the amount that can be eaten or frozen within a few days and plan ways to utilize the

leftovers

Be aware of portion sizes - Remember My Plate

Use good food safety practices

Be physically active most days of the week

Understand the benefits of healthy eating. If you need assistance or have questions, contact a

Registered Dietician!

SENIOR SERVICE CENTERS in GREENE COUNTY

Each site serves the noon-time menu item for the day, Monday - Friday, for a suggested

donation of $4.00. All meals include: Meat/Alternative Entrée, Vegetables & Fruit, Bread,

Milk & Dessert. We ask that you call at least one day ahead, if you wish to be included in the

lunch count. Centers are closed on legal holidays and inclement weather. In addition, each

center offers Aging Information & Assistance/Medicare Minute each month.

ACRA Acra Community Center,

Old Rte. 23B, Acra

(518) 622-9898

Sandra Sherman

Meal Site Manager

Elaine Cherrington

AGING INFORMATION

& ASSISTANCE

MEDICARE MINUTE:

2nd monthly Wednesday

11:30 a.m.

COXSACKIE

Town of Coxsackie

Senior Center

Mansion Street, Coxsackie

(518) 731-8901

Renee Raffiani

Meal Site Manager

AGING INFORMATION

& ASSISTANCE

MEDICARE MINUTE:

3rd monthly Monday

11:30 a.m.

JEWETT Jewett Municipal Building

Route 23C, Jewett

(518) 263-4392

Gayle Ruvolo

Meal Site Manager

MaryAnn Brink

AGING INFORMATION

& ASSISTANCE

MEDICARE MINUTE:

4th monthly Friday

11:30 a.m.

.

CATSKILL Washington Irving Senior Center

15 Academy Street, Catskill

(518) 943-1343

Gethen Proper, Meal Site Manager

Martha Schilling

AGING INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE

MEDICARE MINUTE:

2nd monthly Thursday

11:30 a.m.

ATHENS Rivertown Senior Center

39 Second Street, Athens

(518) 945-2700

JoanAnn Rouse Shane Dillon

John Lawrence Lana Marrone

AGING INFORMATION & ASSISTANCE

MEDICARE MINUTE:

2nd monthly Monday

11:30 a.m.

CALL YOUR LOCAL SENIOR CENTER FOR ACTIVITY INFORMATION

GREENE COUNTY SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM ALL PERSONS, AGE 60 OR OLDER ARE INVITED TO ATTEND - SUGGESTED DONATION IS $4.00

DAILY: Whole Grain Bread (unless otherwise noted) w/Promise Spread, and 1% Milk, Coffee or Tea RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED AT LEAST ONE DAY IN ADVANCE BY CALLING THE APPROPRIATE CENTER

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

1

Ravioli w/ Tomato Sauce

Fresh Green Salad

Cauliflower Italian Mixed Vegetables

Fresh Fruit

2

Lemon Pepper Fish

Brown Rice Pilaf Cold Beet Salad

California Mixed Vegetables

Chocolate Mousse

5

Shepherd’s Pie

Beets

Cauliflower Oatmeal Cookie

6

Beef Burgundy

Noodles

Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

Lemon Pudding

7

Beef Pot Roast w/ Gravy

Green Beans

Mashed Potato

Roasted Winter Squash

Peaches

8

Pepper Steak

Fresh Salad

Baked Potato

Carrot Coins

Fresh Fruit

9

Salmon w/ Dill Sauce

Parsley Boiled Potato

Broccoli Fruited Gelatin

12

Lasagna w/ Meat Sauce

Italian Mixed Vegetables

Fruit Cocktail

13

Sweet & Sour Pork

Brown Rice

Broccoli Hummingbird Cake

14

St. Patrick’s Day Meal

Corned Beef Steamed Cabbage

Boiled Red Potato

Carrots

Irish Cream Trifle

15

Asiago Turkey w/ Sun Dried

Tomatoes

Pasta

Fresh Salad

Spinach

Pears

16

Mushroom Quiche

Green Beans

Cauliflower Pineapple Chunks

19

Black Bean Chili Brown Rice

Corn

Mandarin Oranges

20

COOK’S CHOICE

Broccoli Pineapple Chunks

21

Birthday Celebration

Chicken Florentine

Roasted Potato

Carrots

Tiramisu

22

Pork Chops w/ Mushroom Gravy

Braised Cabbage

Applesauce

Fresh Salad

Mashed Potatoes

Apple & Sweet Potato Compote

23

Fish & Chips

Raw Vegetables w/ Hummus

Mixed Vegetables

Fruit Cocktail

26 National

Spinach Day

Roasted Chicken w/ Gravy

Mashed Potatoes

Spinach Puff

Cranberry Sauce

Pears

27

Stuffed Peppers

Green Beans

Rice

Fruit Cocktail

28

Turkey Divan over Brown Rice

Broccoli Casserole

Oatmeal Cookies

29

Meatloaf w/ Gravy

Fresh Salad

Baked Potato

Oriental Mixed Vegetables

Chocolate Mousse

30

Stuffed Shells in Tomato Sauce

Fresh Salad

Italian Mixed Vegetables

Peach Crisp

GREENE COUNTY SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM ALL PERSONS, AGE 60 OR OLDER, ARE INVITED TO ATTEND - SUGGESTED DONATION IS $4.00

DAILY: Whole Grain Bread (unless otherwise noted) w/Promise Spread, and 1% Milk, Coffee or Tea RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED AT LEAST ONE DAY IN ADVANCE BY CALLING THE APPROPRIATE CENTER

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

2 Baseball Season!

Hot Dogs

Carrots

Sauerkraut Baked Beans

Ice cream

Jell-O (HDM)

3

Beef Stew

Corn

Cauliflower Tapioca Pudding

4

Vegetable Lasagna

Italian Mixed Vegetables

Pears

5

Roasted Turkey

w/ gravy

& Cranberry Sauce

Stuffing

Mashed Potato

Carrots

Apple Cranberry Crisp

6

Chicken Salad Plate

Green Bean Salad

Fresh Spinach Mix Salad

Potato Salad

Peanut Butter Swirl Brownie

9

Fish & Chips

Spinach

Tropical Fruit Mix

10

Broccoli Quiche

Peas w/ Pearl Onions

Carrots

Yogurt

11

Meatball Subs

Italian Mixed Vegetables

Fruit Cocktail

12

Chicken & Biscuits

Wax Beans

Cole Slaw

Chocolate Mousse

13 National

Peach Cobbler Day

Oven Baked Pork Chop

Applesauce

Green Salad

Braised Cabbage

Sweet Potato

Peach Cobbler

16

Macaroni & Cheese

3 Bean Salad

Stewed Tomatoes

Pears

17

Chicken Divan

Brown Rice

Peas w/ Pearl Onions

Mandarin Oranges

18

Hamburger Gravy

over Biscuits

Mashed Potatoes

Spinach

Apricots

19

Salmon w/ Dill Sauce

Fresh Salad

Parsley Boiled Potato

Broccoli Ice Cream Sandwich

Lemon Pudding (HDM)

20 National

Pineapple Upside-Down

Cake Day

Linguini w/White Clam Sauce

Fresh Salad

Broccoli Pineapple

Upside-Down Cake

23

Shepherd’s Pie

Green Beans

Fruit Cocktail

24

Chicken Dijon

Braised Cabbage

Mashed Potatoes

Pineapple Chunks

25

Hungarian Goulash

Egg Noodles

Cauliflower Italian Mixed Vegetables

Cupcake

26

Pork Loin w/ gravy

Applesauce

Coleslaw

Mashed Potato

Carrots

Peach Crisp

27

Lemon Pepper Fish

Brown Rice Pilaf Fresh Salad

California Mixed Vegetables

Vanilla Mousse

30 National Oatmeal

Cookie Day

Stuffed Shells

w/ Tomato Sauce

Green Beans

Mixed Vegetables

Oatmeal Cookie

GREENE COUNTY DEPARTMENT of HUMAN SERVICES

CONTRIBUTIONS POLICY

For services under the Older Americans Act and in Community Services for the Elderly which propose contributions,

such contributions must be used for costs allowable under applicable regulations and incurred during the budget

period that contributions were received. The suggested contributions will not be more than the actual cost of the

service. The purpose is to offer participants the opportunity to contribute and to increase the units of services,

particularly to those in greatest need. Envelopes are provided to participants that desire to make voluntary and

confidential contributions.

Services will not be denied to anyone unable or unwilling to make a contribution.

CONSULTATION and ASSISTANCE: This includes such client assistance activities as case assistance,

HIICAP, help with public benefit applications, etc.

The suggested level is $5.00 per office visit (Actual cost $20.00/hour).

IN-HOME SERVICES: This is discussed with the client by the case manager at the time of assessment.

The suggested level of contribution is $3.00 per hour (Actual cost $21.56/hour).

LEGAL SERVICES: The suggested level of contribution is $10.00 per attorney consultation (Actual cost $149.00/hour).

NUTRITION: Senior Congregate Meal or Home Delivered Meals: The suggested level of contribution is $4.00 (Actual cost $12.01/meal).

Nutrition Counseling:

Clients requesting diet counseling from the Registered Dietitian are provided with an opportunity to contribute.

The suggested level of contribution is $5.00. (Actual cost $65.00/hour).

TRANSPORTATION:

Shopping Bus: This door-to-door service is provided directly by the Department.

The suggested level of contribution is $3.00 round trip (Actual cost $15.08/one way).

Senior Center Transportation: The suggested contribution is $1.00 for round trip (Actual cost: $7.34/one way).

Medical (Homebound) Transportation:

All tolls are to be paid directly by the passenger.

The suggested contribution for this service is a sliding scale based on mileage

0 – 10 miles $3.00 round trip

11 – 20 miles $5.00 round trip

21 – 40 miles $9.00 round trip

41+ miles $15.00 round trip

(Actual cost is $29.62 one-way trip, maximum mileage)

Remember to make checks payable to Greene County Department of Human Services & note in memo the service.

FAUX STAINED GLASS WORKSHOP PRESENTED BY ARTIST, RUTH LEONARD

March 17, 24 & 31, 2018

1:00 p.m.

Cairo Public Library

Free to participants, from teens to adults.

Some supplies, including brushes, sheets of plexiglass,

and several colors of paint will be provided.

Feel free to bring own glass project and acrylic paint.

Call (518) 622-9864 to register.

Program made possible by funds from the Friends of the Cairo Public Library

NOMINATIONS SOUGHT for 2018 YOUTH OF THE YEAR AWARD

The Greene County Children, Youth & Community Advisory Board is sponsoring the 2018 Youth of the Year

Award. The purpose of the award is to recognize the achievements of Greene County youth who have made

outstanding contributions in serving his/her community through leadership, knowledge, skill and/or service. The

dedication of these young people help make Greene County a better place for us all.

If you know a young person, in Grade 9 -12, who deserves this recognition, contact the Greene County

Department of Human Services at (518) 719-3555 for an official nomination form. From the nominations received,

the youth will be evaluated by the selection committee to determine this year’s winner. Winners will be recognized at

the annual Greene County Youth Fair.

Any inquiries, for further information, may also be directed to the department. Deadline for entries is March 31,

2018.

SOME ST. PATRICK’S DAY FUN FOR ALL AGES St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland. Interestingly, St. Patrick was not Irish; it is believed he was born in

England. St. Patrick was a Catholic missionary. He believed God was calling him to go to the Irish people and

convert them to Christianity. St. Patrick went among the Irish people for several years. It has been recorded that

he used the shamrock as an example of the holy trinity. March 17 marks the date of his death. Many today

celebrate with church services and parades in his honor.

WORD LIST

BRAVE

CHRISTIAN

CHURCH

GAELIC

HARP

HOPE

IRELAND

MAN

MISSIONARY

SAINT

SHAMROCK

ST PATRICK

TRINITY

Lá Fhéile Pádraig Sona Daoibh (Gaelic, Happy St. Patrick’s Day)

C N H Y T I N I R T H B

S I W O R K E X O A R I

T S L C P Y H U R A M R

P I L E H E P P V I W E

A N K C A R Z E S E J L

T C W C Z G I S E A B A

R E O Z M C I S T D Q N

I R G A H O H S T G G D

C E N U N B N T A I E N

K V R A J L H T N I A D

I C R Z E L B M U H N N

H Y V K C O R M A H S T

GREENE COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS CLUBS

ATHENS:

ATHENS SR. CITIZENS

2nd & 4th monthly Monday

1:15 p.m.

Rivertown Senior Center

CAIRO:

CAIRO GOLDEN AGERS

2nd & 4th monthly Wednesday

1:30 p.m.

Acra Community Center

CATSKILL:

CATSKILL SILVER LINING SENIORS

2nd monthly Thursday

1:00 p.m.

Washington Irving Center

COXSACKIE:

COXSACKIE AREA SENIORS SENIOR CITIZENS of COXSACKIE

2nd & 4th monthly Wednesday 1st & 3rd monthly Monday

1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m .

Van Heest Hall, Bethany Village Coxsackie Senior Center .

GREENVILLE:

GREENVILLE GOLDEN YEARS

1st monthly Wednesday

1:30 p.m.

American Legion Hall

MOUNTAIN-TOP:

MTN. TOP GOLDEN AGERS W-A-J-P-L GOLDEN AGERS

4th monthly Thursday 1st & 3rd monthly Monday

1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m.

Tannersville Village Hall Hensonville Town Bldg.

WAJPL GOLDEN AGE CLUB BUS TRIP

PHILADELPHIA, PA. JUNE 19 - 21, 2018

$399 PER PERSON/DOUBLE OCCUPANCY - $528 SINGLE

$50 deposit due with reservation, balance by April 2, 2018

PACKAGE INCLUDES LODGING AT THE HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS PENNS LANDING

TWO BREAKFASTS & ONE DINNER

EVENING WITH A FOUNDING FATHER

SCENIC TOURS (Historic Philadelphia, Longwood Gardens, National Constitution Center,

Franklin Institute, Fels Planetarium Show, Independence National Historic Park, Reading Terminal Market)

SOUVENIR GIFT, LUGGAGE HANDLING, TAXES & MEAL GRATUITIES, MOTORCOACH TRANSPORTATION

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO MAKE A RESERVATION,

CALL MARYLOUISE (518) 622-3397 OR OPAL (518) 750-8380

WAJPL GOLDEN AGE CLUB

BUS TRIP LOG CABIN BANQUET FACILITY

HOLYOKE, MA

THURSDAY, APRIL 26, 2018 $50 PER PERSON

MENU: WELCOME HORS D’OEUVRE PLATTER

ROLLS & BUTTER CHOP CHOP SALAD RED SKIN POTATO SALAD

HONEY-GLAZED GRILLED CHICKEN DRY-RUBBED COUNTRY BRISKET SOUTHERN SHRIMP CREOLE

BISCUIT W/ PEACH & STRAWBERRY PUREE

COFFEE TEA COMPLIMENTARY GLASS OF WINE

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO MAKE A RESERVATION,

CALL MARYLOUISE (518) 622-3397 OR OPAL (518) 750-8380

WAJPL GOLDEN AGE CLUB BUS TRIP

“THE KING AND I” - PROCTOR’S, SCHENECTADY

LUNCH AT THE GLEN SANDERS MANSION

THURSDAY, MAY 3, 2018

DEPARTURE TIME BASED ON LOCATION

$75 PER ADULT

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO MAKE A RESERVATION,

CALL MARY LOUISE AT (518) 622-3397

OR OPAL AT (518) 750-8380

MOUNTAIN TOP GOLDEN AGERS

BUS TRIP OCEAN CITY & EASTERN SHORE

SEPTEMBER 9 - 12, 2018

$489 PER PERSON/DOUBLE OCCUPANCY

$100 deposit due with reservation - $189 by 6/1/18 & balance by 7/20/18

PACKAGE INCLUDES: LODGING AT HOWARD JOHNSON PLAZA HOTEL W/ BREAKFAST

3 DINNERS INCLUDING PHILLIP’S CRAB HOUSE

OCEANS DOWN CASINO W/ BONUS

SCENIC TOURS (Assateague Island, Ocean City Boardwalk, Nassau Valley Winery, Salisbury Zoo, and Lewes and Rehoboth, DE)

MOTORCOACH TRANSPORTATION, LUGGAGE HANDLING, TAXES AND GRATUITIES

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO MAKE A RESERVATION, CALL CHRIS (518) 589-5815

CAIRO GOLDEN AGERS BUS TRIP

LIVING HISTORY CRUISE/HISTORIC HERKIMER HOME

TUESDAY, JUNE 19, 2018 (Tour is 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

$55 PER ADULT

HERKIMER HOME TOUR

PROMISED LAND BBQ

CHOCOLATE MAKING DEMONSTRATION

ERIE CANAL CRUISE (LOCKS 17 & 18)

GEMS’ DOCK

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO MAKE A RESERVATION, CALL ANNA RUTH GREER AT (518) 291-2502

CATSKILL SILVER LININGS BUS TRIP

MONTREAL & QUEBEC CITY

AUGUST 13 - 17, 2018

$630 PER PERSON/DOUBLE OCCUPANCY $830 FOR SINGLE OCCUPANCY

$25 deposit due with reservation - Balance by 6/18/18 - No Refunds after July 1, 2018

MOTORCOACH TRANSPORTATION

4 NIGHTS LODGING WITH BREAKFAST & DINNER

GUIDED TOURS OF MONTREAL, OLD MONTREAL, QUEBEC CITY AND OLD QUEBEC

VISIT TO SEVERAL SHRINES AND BASILICAS

VISIT TO MONTREAL CASINO

AND MORE!!!

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO MAKE A RESERVATION, CALL GEORGIANNA RAMSEY (518) 622-3257

ADULT LEARNING INSTITUTE MARCH 2018 PROGRAMS

All are held at Columbia - Greene Community College, 4400 NY RT 23, Hudson

From 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. in the Faculty/Staff Lounge, unless otherwise noted.

Please call the ALI Office @ (518) 828-4181, ext. 3431, or email ali@sunycgcc.edu to register.

Open Pinochle Group Monday, March 5 & 19

Bridge Group Tuesday, March 6, 13, 20 & 27

Mahjongg Wednesday, March 7, 14 & 28

The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia & Alzheimer’s Thursday, March 8 10:30 a.m. - 12 Noon

Listen & Learn: Citizens Preparedness Corps Training Thursday, March 22 10:30 a.m. - 12 Noon

37th Annual Toy & Train Show Sunday, March 4 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Gym

Executive Board Meeting Thursday, March 15 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Room 105A

Chair Yoga Monday, March 19 2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. Room 505

Columbia-Greene Workforce Mini Job Fair

March 21st, 2018

Columbia-Greene Workforce NY

Columbia-Greene Community College PAC Bldg, Rm 612, 4400 Route 23, Hudson, NY 12534

Meet with Businesses

from the following Sectors: Human Services, Maintenance, Healthcare, Retail, Banking

Note, additional businesses will be added to the list

as the date gets closer, questions call our office.

COARC Harbor Freight

In-Flight Janitronics

Living Resources Lowe’s

Manpower Office of People with Developmental Disabilities

The ARC of Ulster-Greene The Mental Health Association of Columbia-Greene Counties

TJ Maxx Trustco Bank

To Attend: Dress for success & Bring plenty of resumes

March 21, 2018 9:00am-11:00am

Research the jobs in the NYS Job Bank!

Open to the public. Bring copies

of your resume! If you need a resume or assistance finding a job,

come check out the Columbia Greene

Career Center!

www.columbiagreeneworks.org

518-828-4181 ext. 5510

Equal Opportunity Employer/ Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request

to individuals with disabilities.

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GREENE COUNTY ROUND TABLE NEWS

is published monthly by

GREENE COUNTY DEPARTMENT of HUMAN SERVICES

411 Main Street, Catskill, NY 12414

(518) 719-3555 Toll Free (877) 794-9266

aging@discovergreene.com

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - THÉRÈSE MCGEE WARD

BUSINESS MANAGER: Ken Brooks

AGING DEPARTMENT COORDINATORS:

Aging Services - Connie Bentley

Nutrition - Tezera Pulice

Volunteer Services - Ruth Pforte

Staff:

CASE MANAGERS: Cortney Carlson Carol Provost Danielle Wade

BETHANY VILLAGE CASE MANAGER: Andrea Benjamin-Legg

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT: Maureen Murphy

AGING SERVICES AIDE: Rose Bundy

RECEPTIONIST: Mary Jean Pomilla

SHOPPING BUS DRIVER: Janet Osborn

NUTRITION VAN CHAUFFEURS: Patrick Murphy Dave Mokszycki

YOUTH BUREAU CASE WORKER: Carrie E. Wallace

The office is open 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Agency staff specialize in a variety of

subjects. While walk-ins can sometimes be seen, staff who can best assist you may be

unavailable. We recommend you call ahead for an appointment.