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Bath at 3 E. Pulteney Square #664-2298

Corning at 1 Park Lane #936-7425

Hornell at 20 Broadway Mall #281-3635

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Steuben County Office For the Aging • Newsletter • July—August 2018

THURSDAYTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2018

Time: 8:30 am – 9:00 am

Registration and

Continental Breakfast 9:00 am – 9:40 am

Public Hearing 9:50 am – 12:30 pm

Workshops 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm

Lunch and Entertainment

Place: First Presbyterian Church,

Pulteney Square, Bath NY

Pre-Registration Required.

Please call Office for the Aging at

Bath 607-664-2298,

Hornell 281-3635 or Corning 936-7425.

Luncheon served by ProAction

with donations requested.

Lunchtime entertainment provided by the Hon. Joe Latham at the piano.

No charge for workshops.

Workshops (choice of two)

available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Parking lot attendant available to assist you.

1.) Digital Libraries Today’s libraries are about more than books! Come see a demonstration of personal tech-

nology devices! We’ll also show how to check out digital materials available to pa-trons of the Southern Tier Library System.

2.) Birth-Living-Death ~ It’s a Package Deal! We have all seen the sign “Growing Old is Not for Sissies!” but that does not mean we can-not have fun along the way. Yes, death is a reality for everyone, but it does not have

to be something to dread.

3.) Feeling Fabulous from 55 to 105 There is a mountain of health and wellness ad-vice; much of it is compromised, corrupt, com-

mercial and/or clueless. For the 5th straight year, enjoy the cutting-edge gerontology research that is presented with humor,

simplicity and hope.

4.) BEES Come find out about local beekeepers and beekeeping, honey, killer bees in New York,

and how to encourage local pollinators.

5.) Sleep Tight Dr. Ken Halliwell will present a basic introduc-

tion to sleep disorders including insomnia, sleep apnea, narcolepsy, restless legs syndrome and circadian rhythm sleep disorders. Diagnosis

and treatments will be discussed. Come learn how to get some shuteye!

6.) Wheat to Grapes For centuries, farming was central to life in

what’s now Steuben County. Early European farmers had to deal with an extensive forest, the Year Without a Summer, the loss of young hands

to the wars, and an economic collapse that came with the Erie Canal. Farming remains a

vital part of Steuben life and economy.

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• Low subsidized rent • Utility allowance • Pass key security entrance • Free laundry facilities • Game Room/Exercise Room • Weekly Health Clinic • Computer Room w/ Internet • Beauty Shop • Service coordinators • Tenant Association • Bus Stop location • Senior Dinner Club

Call and come for a tour of Lakeview Apartments and you will receive a coupon for acomplimentary lunch at the Senior Dinner Club

Eligibility: 62 years of age or older, or in need of a handicapped unit. Section 8 subsidized housing. An Equal Housing Opportunity.

Your Hometown PharmacyFree Local Delivery • Convenient Drive-Thru

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7181 State Route 54, Bath, NY

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312 Park Avenue, Corning, NY

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My Family...Helping Your FamilyJon Carpenter

Owner/Funeral Director/Granite Memorialist

Disability servicesAll ages

All disabilitiesFree assistance

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Corning, N.Y.

SPRING MEADOW APARTMENTS

135 Water Street., Bath, NY 14810 Affordable One Bedroom Apartments

Housing for the Elderly Handicapped or Disabled (Of Any Age)

*INCOME LIMITS Call Madelyn Glover for Applications or Info.

P: 607-776-7823 F: 607-776-1123

Forward-Thinking Home SolutionsHelping Modify and Build Homes with Universal Design and Aging-in-Place in Mind

(607) 333-4313Sue Gruber

Fully Insured Certified in Aging-Place Specialist

Visit Our Website Today!www.forwardthinkinghomesolutions.com

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Bone Builders

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Bone Builders Update

Final plans are being made for the annual Leaders’ Training to be held on Wednesday, September 19, at the Bath Fire Department Community Room. This is the same location we have used for several years…50 East Morris Street in Bath. There is a pre-registration required in order to place the food order to the caterer. I must have the names of those attending from each group no later than Friday, September 7th. Please remember that if you made the commitment to attend, we expect you to be there. We have to pay the caterer for the number of reservations, not the number of people who show up on that Wednesday. Last year we had 12 “No-shows” on the day of training. The day begins with registration and a light breakfast at 8:45 am. Our speaker will be Sue Dunn from Community Services at St. James Mercy Hospital in Hornell. She and her colleagues will be focusing on breast and prostate cancer. The training has dual purpose…a refresher for current leaders and training for new people who want to become leaders. Please note new leaders will have to sign a permission sheet that day for having a background check done for Pro Action before you can start being a leader. We are usually done and on your way home before 2:00 pm. If you have any questions or want to sign up to be a new leader, please contact ProAction at the Bath office: 1-800-553-2033 or 607-776-2125. The receptionist will give me your information and I will contact you directly. I am looking forward to seeing you on September 19 and having an enjoyable day with each other. Darlene Auckland Bone Builders Program Coordinator


We keep you living independently in your home

1 hour to 24-hour care available.Personal Care & Homemaking Services

Serving all of Steuben CountyA United Way Agency

607-324-4142 • 1-800-542-2460www.homeandhealthcare.org

40 Years “607-276-2798”

Torrey Painting Company

419 McHenry Valley Road • Almond, NY 14804

References Quality Work

ELCORNursing and

Rehabilitation CenterLong Term Care • Short Term Rehab

Alzheimer’s / Dementia CareAdult Day Health Care

48 Colonial Drive, Horseheads607-739-3654

Addison Place Apartments43 William St., Addison, NY

Affordable One Bedroom Apartments• Housing for the Elderly (62 years of age +)

• Handicap/Disabled (Regardless of age)• Income Limits do Apply

Call Kristi Enderie for Application or Info.

P: 607-359-2786 • TDD Relay 711F: 607-359-2659

Wellsville, Hornell & Dansville Hearing Centers“Start hearing the important things in life again.”

• Services by a Doctor of Audiology• Comprehensive Audiology & Hearing Evaluations• Hearing Aid Consults and Fittings• From Very Affordable to State of the Art• Most Insurances Accepted, Financing Available

585-593-1789175 N. Main, Suite 102, Wellsville, NY

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SPRING APARTMENTS

IN THE HEART OF CORNING(607) 936-6239

For the elderly, handicapped, or disabled of any age.

Equal Housing Opportunity - Voice TDDHandicapped Accessible


We work to create communities where the rights of safety, shelter, Health and independence are protected and preserved for all.

Affordable Apartments Home Resources • Lake Street/Hammondsport • Housing Rehabilitation Services • Seneca Manor/Hornellsville • Financial Counseling • Riverbend/Hornell • Foreclosure Counseling • Subsidies Available • Housing Counseling

Get to know us at: www.ArborDevelopment.org

Call us at (607) 654-7487 (Corning, NY) TDD: NY RELAY 711 TDD/TTY


Peer Support Groups in Steuben County Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Groups— for those caring for a person with dementia: 2nd Thursdays each month—1:30pm-3:00pm—Hornell Senior Center 3rd Tuesdays each month—3:00pm-4:30pm—Corning Senior Center 4th Tuesdays each month—2:00pm-3:00pm—Wayland Library

Caregivers “Caring Together” - open to anyone caring for a person with chronic illness: 2nd Thursdays each month— 1:30pm-3:00pm— Wayland Library

Hornell Area Parkinson Support Group—open to anyone living with this disease & caregivers: 2nd Saturdays each month—10:00am-11:30am—Hornell YMCA

Respite Options to Consider Beneficial for caregivers and persons living with illness!

“Give Them a Break” - two drop-in centers located in Hornell Utilize up to twice a week—contact Faith In Action to register #607-324-1138

Adult Day Care Centers—array of medical, nutritional, social and wellness services. Discover affordable daily rates: programs accept Medicaid, private pay and VA contract payments. Elderwood in Hornell—open 7:30am-4:00pm Monday through Friday - call #607-324-6990 Taylor Health in Bath— open 8:00am-4:30pm Monday through Friday - call #607-776-8686

Tips for Elderly Caregivers Being a caregiver is a big job, even when the one you’re helping is a spouse or loved one. It can be physically, emotionally, mentally demanding and, if you’re a senior, you may easily feel overwhelmed or exhausted. That’s why it is important to take care of yourself in every way so that you can be the best caregiver you can be.

One of the best ways to avoid stress and anxiety is to stay as organized as possible. This means keeping track of paperwork, bills, medical information and anything else that’s important and making sure it’s all easily accessible.

Another important thing to remember is to make sure your home and environment is safe. Check rooms for trip hazards like loose throw rugs and make sure the stairs have a sturdy handrail.

One very important factor is getting enough rest. Also eating healthy and having some alone time will do wonders. Keep up good communication with your family so that everyone is on the same page.

Talk with our Caregiver Support Advocate to help identify resources that are right for you!

Care Partner News To learn more call us at 607-664-2298 ext 3636 or email [email protected]

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Nutrition and Eye Health - It's always best to get nutrients from foods.

Carrots may be the food best known for helping your eyes. But other foods and their nutrients may be more important for keeping your eyesight keen as you age. Vitamins C and E, zinc, lutein, zeaxanthin, and omega-3 fatty acids all play a role in eye health. They can help prevent cataracts, clouding of your eye lens. They may also

fight the most-likely cause of vision loss when you're older: age-related macular degeneration. Spinach, kale, collard greens, broccoli, and bright-colored fruits like kiwis and grapes.

These foods contain two of the best antioxidants good for eyes, lutein and zeaxanthin. Grapefruit, strawberries, brussels sprouts, papaya, oranges and green peppers. These

foods are among the top sources of vitamin C. Seeds, nuts, wheat germ, almonds, pecans, and vegetable oils. These foods are good

sources of vitamin E. Turkey, oysters, crab, eggs, peanuts and whole grains are good sources of Zinc. Salmon, sardines and herring have the most omega-3 fatty acids, but flounder, halibut,

and tuna are also good sources. Omega-3 fatty acids keep your heart and brain healthy and may also protect your eyes by fighting inflammation and helping cells work better.

Carrots, pumpkin, sweet potato, winter squash, kale and red pepper. Deep orange and yellow vegetables and fruits are top sources of beta carotene. It converts into vitamin A which helps prevent night blindness.

Steuben County Senior Dinner Clubs

Steuben County Senior Dinner Clubs Open for Lunch Monday through Friday with some exceptions listed below.

Suggested Donation $3.50 if 60 years old or older, $7.00 cost if under 60 years of age.

Please make reservations one day in advance. Addison: Addison Place Apartments 43 William St (607) 377-9951 Bath: Clyde F. Simon Lakeview Apts 105 Geneva St (607) 776-4310 Corning: Corning Senior Center 1 Park Lane (607) 962-2009

Dayspring II Apartments 220 Tioga Ave (607) 769-9786 Hornell: Hornell Senior Center 20 Broadway Mall (607) 324-8609

Church Street Court Apts 71 Church St (607) 324-0814 Hammondsport: Presbyterian Church 1 Park Place (607) 569-2712 Tuesdays Pulteney: First Presbyterian Church Main St Cty Rt 74 (607) 522-5121 Mondays and Thursdays

Call ProAction at (607) 776-4310 or 800-553-2033 for more information.

Senior Nutrition Programs


Caregiver Conference: Creating a New Language Saturday, September 22nd

8:30am-11:30am Free Alzheimer’s Association event hosted at Big Flats Community Center. Pre-registration is required. Call #1-800-272-3900. Learn new ways to communicate when a loved one has dementia.

Steuben County Senior Bulletin Board

COHOCTON WELCOMES NEW PROACTION SENIOR DINNER CLUB!

Join friends for lunch at the First Presbyterian Church, 54 Maple Avenue in Cohocton on the third Thursday of each

month, July through September. Suggested donation $3.50 if 60 years old or older. Cost

is $7.00 if under 60 years of age. Reservations required at 607-776-4310.

Easy Rider Senior Transport Did you know that the Office for the Aging has a van that will take you to the grocery store? Routes currently exist in Corning, Hornell, Prattsburgh, Pulteney, Hammondsport and Bath. Depending on demand, we can develop a route in other areas. You must be 60+ and be able to board the van with minimal assistance. We have seats available, so please call us for more information.

New York StateWide Senior Action Council, Inc.

www.nysenior.org This grassroots membership organization is made up of individual senior citizens and senior citizen clubs from all parts of New York State. StateWide was organized in 1972 from War on Poverty funds with the goal of developing a statewide organization of older New Yorkers who could advocate for their interests and needs regarding services, programs and policies affecting older persons. StateWide’s unique history and role has been to focus on the needs of the low-income and minority seniors.

NEW YORK SENIOR MEDICARE PATROL (SMP)

The New York Senior Medicare Patrol is part of a nationwide education and assistance program working to empower seniors and caregivers to prevent, detect, and report Medicare fraud and waste. You can report suspected problems to SMP. StateWide staff and trained volunteers work to correct errors and report abuse of the Medicare system to government authorities.

[email protected] Toll-Free Helpline 1-800-333-4374

Powerful Tools for Caregivers Free 6-week class series

starting Wednesday, September 26th 1:00pm-2:30pm Dansville Library

Presented in partnership with Livingston and Steuben Caregiver Resource Centers. Learn many useful tips and receive a free workbook. Call to register #585-335-4358

** SAVE THE DATES ** Saturday, October 27th

8:30am-4:30pm Family Life Network hosts

Caregiving: You Are Never Alone

Thursday, November 1st Caregiver Wellness Day @ Bath VAMC

Thursday, November 15th Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Retreat


Plan Marketing and Sales Medicare has strict rules that insurance agents must follow. If you have agreed to meet with an agent, insist on having that agent’s business card for future reference. If you have any doubts about the plan being marketed to you, about your need for additional insurance, or about changing your existing plan, please call OFA. Our trained Medicare counselors are always happy to assist you. From Medicare.gov: People representing Medicare plans aren't allowed to:

Come to your home uninvited to sell or endorse any Medicare-related product.

Call you unless you’re already a member of the plan. If you’re a member, the agent who helped you join can call you.

Steer you into a particular plan.

Communicate incorrect information about their plan type or use inappropriate statements like their plan is "the best/highest ranked”.

Tell you about other plan options you haven't agreed to discuss, unless you specifically ask about them (to discuss these options, you need to complete a separate appointment form).

MEDICARE/HIICAP CORNER

Beware Contractor Scams! Up-front payments, we were just working up the street, the no-license discount– any of these statements should be a red flag! By following a few simple tips, homeowners can greatly reduce the chances of getting taken: Written contract: Always have a written contract before any work is done on your home or property. Proper credentials: Insist that your contractor have proper licensing and insurance and ask for proof. Check with your local building inspection department to see what is required in your area. References: Ask for and actually check references for past jobs. Your local building inspection department may also be able to inform you of any problems with a particular contractor. In this Internet age, there are numerous online resources that can help protect homeowners from scams. Your local Better Business Bureau and contractor referral sites such as ReliableRemodeler.com might be good places to start. If you would like information about contractor scams or have experienced a problem, call TRIAD at 607-664-2298.

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Call: (607) 776-4842

Assisted Living w/ Caring & Professional Staff• 24 Hr. Supervision • Comfortable Living

• Laundry & House Keeping• Delicious Homestyle Meals• Activities & Trips Provided

607-535-7165 • www.thefallshome.com111 Schuyler St., Montour Falls, NY

MATT KNOWLESGENERAL CONTRACTINGHome Modifications & More!

“No Job Too Big or Small”FULLY INSURED

607-703-9037“Ask Me About Your Senior Discount!”

[email protected]

216 E. First Street, Corning, NY607-936-9322

www.haugheyfuneralhome.comMy Family...Helping Your Family

Jon Carpenter Owner/ Funeral Director

Pinecrest Home For Adults 7 Charlesworth Ave., PO Box K, Avoca, NY 607-566-2252

Nancy Shope • Theresa [email protected]

www.pinecresthome.orgLoving Care You Can Depend On

“I am a Senior Corps RSVP Volunteer and I will Get Things Done!”


Summer time for many means fun, vacations and helping others! Here are a few ways that you can make a difference for others and still enjoy some fun in the sun. Ramp Guys (and Gals!) - This award-winning program in Steuben County helps build affordable ramps for people who need help getting in and out of their homes, but the ramps can’t be built without the help of volunteers like you! Whether you have a natural talent for building or have never held a hammer before but would like to learn, there is something you can do to help individuals remain independent in our communities. As long as the weather holds, ramps will continue to be built throughout the county. Just give us a call to find out where you can help. 607-664-2298

Volunteer Program

Home Delivered Meals - Volunteers are always needed to help deliver meals to homebound individuals. This service not only brings a nutritious meal, but also smiles! For many, the home-delivered meal team is the only contact they have with the outside world during the day. It doesn’t take long - just an hour of your time. And you can choose when and how much time you wish to give. The need is greatest in Hornell and Bath, so give RSVP a call today! Helping Hands - For many older adults, simple tasks like the laundry can become exhausting chores. They don’t want someone to do it for them; they just wish someone can give them a Helping Hand. RSVP is partnered with several agencies serving Steuben County that bring the comfort of knowing that someone is there to help many older adults remain independent at home. You can give an hour of your time and make a new friend too!

Linda Burdett - Hornell Betty DeDominics - Addison

Dora Stanford - Jasper Marian Swackhamer - Addison

Josephine Taylor - Almond

Renee Toby - Lindley

Wayne “Sandy” Walter - Springwater

New RSVP Volunteers From May 1st to June 30th, 2018

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From the Director’s Desk

Hello Friends, Are you always watching your back, trying to stay one step ahead of scammers? Would you like to be a part of the community-wide solution that helps older people avoid the heartbreak of being taken advantage of in this fast-paced world? TRIAD is our committee at the Office for the Aging that works with law enforcement and other agencies to educate the public about all matters related to senior safety. TRIAD needs you and your fresh ideas! These volunteers attend occasional planning meetings, man an information table at public events like health fairs and help us get the word out on how to protect yourself in natural disasters or other unexpected events. We have assignments big and small and any help makes a difference. Call us for more information about TRIAD.

PLEASE NOTE The inclusion of advertising, logos or website links in this newsletter does not constitute an endorsement by the Steuben Senior Services Fund or the Steuben County Office for the Aging of the products or services advertised.

Your “Second Season” newsletter from Steuben County Office for the Aging “The new age of aging – working together for innovative solutions” 3 East Pulteney Square Bath NY 14810-1510 Phone 607-664-2298

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