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2017 Seniors Running and Walking Festival

We called it a “festival” for a good reason. The Seniors Running and Walking Festival was a celebration of the older-adult community. It was also a celebration of the 112 participants, all of whom completed the one-mile or five-kilometer (3.1 miles) race by walking, running or pushing a wheelchair. Each one, from age 55 to 89, was greeted by loud cheers from the spectators as she or he crossed the finish line.

All finishers proudly received a commemorative medal and a champagne glass. The event was appropriately ended by filling the glasses with sparkling juice and raising them to a toast, “here’s to your health, to your well-being and to crossing many more finish lines in the years to come!”

This event could not have been held without the generous sponsors, Good Shepherd Communities and Excellus BlueCross BlueShield, and the support of many organizations including Office for Aging, Action for Older Persons, Vestal Coal House Café, GSR CrossFit, Lourdes Sports Medicine, UHS, Vestal EMS, Hot Dogs and Gin, Gazelle Race Timing, Confluence Running and Triple Cities Runners Club. We sincerely thank each of these organizations!

If you would like to see more pictures or the results, please visit this web page: https://www.facebook.com/seniorsfestival.

We hope you’ll join us at the 2018 Seniors Running and Walking Festival! The schedule will be announced in a future edition of the Senior News.

Visit Our Website at www.gobroomecounty.com/senior

Broome County Office for Aging

Jamie M. Kelly, Director l Jason T. Garnar, Broome County Executive l Volume 45 Number 11 l NOVEMBER 2017

Senior News

National Family Caregivers Month

Letter from Jamie M. KellyDirector of Office for Aging

I am writing this letter as a farewell to all of you. I want to thank you for the support you have shown me during the time I have been the Director at the Broome County Office for Aging. I have gotten to know so many of you during the past several years and have enjoyed every single day of my tenure here at OFA.

Having the privilege of serving older adults in Broome County has been an experience that I will carry with me forever. There have been good times and challenging times - laughter, frustration, and best of all, success. With my colleagues at OFA, we have started new programs and strengthened existing services. We have developed new relationships with local agencies that will forever change our community and provide services to more people than ever before.

I have enjoyed so many things about this position that it is difficult to express in writing how much it has all meant to me. I am leaving with the knowledge that each day as Director I did the best I could for the people that we serve.

The staff at OFA is an amazing group of people who truly care about the people they serve and are committed to working each day to bring the best services possible to the community. They do this with lots of talent and even more compassion than is imaginable.

I won’t be too far away, as I am going to work for another agency that also provides services to people within our community.

Thank you again for all your support; I feel truly blessed to have had this opportunity!

Photo by Emma Kinney

Thanksgiving LuncheonEnjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all the fixings at a Broome County senior center. It’s a great meal with great company for just $4.00 for those ages 60+ and $5.00 for anyone under age 60.

Celebrate on Wednesday, November 15th around 12:15 PM at most senior centers or Thursday, November 16th at the Deposit center. We make this day fun and festive, so call the senior center of your choice ASAP to make your lunch reservation by noon at least one day in advance. Find phone numbers listed on the back pages of this Senior News publication.

Paying for In-Home CareMonday, November 13th from 3:00 - 5:00 PM

at the Binghamton Public Library, 185 Court Street, Decker Room

Paying for in-home care can be overwhelming. This presentation will outline different options based on income and need.

Topics discussed will include NYSARC Pooled Trusts, Reverse Mortgages, Medicaid and Medicaid Long Term Care Programs, Spousal Community Medicaid, Private Pay Options, and various grant programs. This presentation can help you and the person you are caring for plan for current and future needs.

Presenters include:l Staff from Broome County Office for Agingl Dick Downs from M&T Bankl Sarah Szewczyk and Nadia Arginteanu from NYSARC, Inc Trust Svcsl Jessie Sullivan from the Department of Social ServicesPlease call Caregiver Services at 778-2411 to register for this program.


November is known as the month when we give thanks. Appropriately, National Family Caregivers Month and Veterans Day are also in November.

So many of us have been a caregiver in the past, are currently caregiving, or may step into this role someday. Many do not even think of it as caregiving -- it is simply something we do for a loved one. Every day, the Office for Aging connects with caregivers through many services such as Yesteryears, Meals on Wheels, and of course Caregiver Services. Please check out the articles for caregivers in this issue of the Senior News.

Veterans will be honored this month with several tangible benefits. Veterans are invited to enjoy a complimentary meal (see Veterans Remembrance at Senior Centers)! Check out the ad in this issue for no-cost dental hygiene services. And by signing up for the Broome County Veterans Discount Program, veterans can enjoy savings on services and at businesses throughout the year.

On a personal note, I am thankful to be part of the Office for Aging. Having worked with older adult services and programs for many years, I know the value of what is offered by the OFA. Each month, I will look forward to bringing you news of the wonderful recreational and enrichment opportunities available as well as about important community services in Broome County. While you may not need every service or program that you read about, my hope is that you will share this information with others who can benefit from them. Thank you for reading the Senior News!

From the NEW Editorby Danielle Clemens

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Meals on Wheels: Providing Peace of Mind for CaregiversAre you caring for someone who has difficulty preparing meals for him or herself due to a health condition, illness, or injury? Maybe you are juggling multiple responsibilities and find it difficult to keep up with the various aspects involved in caring for an older parent, spouse, friend, or other loved one. It takes time and energy to prepare and shop for the ingredients necessary to make hot, nourishing meals for the loved one you are caring for. The Meals on Wheels program can help with this aspect of caregiving.

Each weekday at around noon, a hot lunch and items for a cold supper are delivered by dedicated volunteers to Meals on Wheels participants’ doors. A variety of delicious meals is served each week. The meals are prepared to meet 2/3 of dietary requirements, per U.S. Dietary Guidelines, and to accommodate those who need a reduced sugar diet or mechanical soft texture diet.

The Meals on Wheels program can provide peace of mind for caregivers. Not only are participants receiving nutritious meals, but the volunteers who deliver the meals also do a quick check on the participants, who often live alone. Many participants report feeling more independent, more socially supported, and healthier because of Meals on Wheels.

There are no income requirements for the program. If you are interested in finding out more, please call the Office for Aging at 778-2411.

Action for Older Persons and Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo Conduct Mock Medicare Open Enrollment Session

With Medicare Open Enrollment continuing through December 7th, Action for Older Persons (AOP) hosted Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo for a mock insurance counseling session to allow Lupardo to better understand options available for local seniors. Lupardo is Chair of the Assembly’s Committee on Aging.

“Enrolling in Medicare or switching plans can be confusing for people who aren’t familiar with the program,” said Lupardo. “This free service simplifies the process for local seniors and helps them get the best plan and avoid potential scams. I would encourage anyone who qualifies for Medicare to take advantage of the help that AOP offers.”

“If you or a loved one are wondering if you are in the right Medicare plan for you, now is the time to call Action for Older Persons for an appointment,” AOP Health Insurance Information, Counseling and Assistance Program (HIICAP) coordinator Jane Talbot said. “Our trained counselors will help you select the plan that best meets your needs based on the prescriptions that you take and the health care services you use. We will also see if you are eligible for savings programs such as NYS EPIC and the Medicare Savings Program.”

All Medicare beneficiaries can come review, change, and enroll in Medicare plans through December 7th for the 2018 year. To set up an appointment, call AOP at 607-722-1251.

AOP Poinsettia Fundraiser

Action for Older Persons (AOP) is partnering with Nanticoke Gardens to sell RED Poinsettias this fall as a fundraiser. These are beautiful, premium plants in 6½-inch pots that are typically sold in floral shops. They have twice as many blooms and are much larger than the plants frequently sold in supermarkets. The poinsettias are $14 and are being sold by preorder only. The plants will be available for pickup at the AOP office (200 Plaza Drive, Vestal) in early December. Please help support AOP by purchasing one of these beautiful holiday plants. Call AOP at 722-1251 to place your order today!

Volunteers Needed!The AARP Tax-Aide Program is looking for volunteers to be tax counselors and to fill other

positions for the2017-2018 Tax Season.

If interested, please go toaarpfoundation.org/

taxaidevolunteer to submit your application. You will be contacted

by a local organization member when your application is received.

Tai Chi for Arthritis

Tai Chi movements are slow, smooth and graceful. The forms are easy to learn and anyone can practice Tai Chi and benefit from it. This program helps people with arthritis. It can help to increase muscular supports and protect joints, which will reduce pain and stiffness and helps to improve balance to prevent falls.

Time: Thursdays 9:30-10:30 amLocation: Broome West Sr Center 2801 Wayne St., EndwellCost: $3/per classInstructor: Bo Deng


Overview of HEAP Programs

When saving, budgeting and energy conservation are not enough, the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) may help those who qualify. HEAP is a federally-funded energy program designed to aid low-income households in meeting their immediate home energy needs. In New York state, HEAP is comprised of the following components:

Regular HEAP is a benefit designed to decrease a household’s energy expenses. This benefit structure takes into account income, energy costs & family size. Regular HEAP benefits are available to households paying separately for heat and to households who make undesignated payments for heat in the form of rent. Regular HEAP opens November 13, 2017, and is scheduled to close March 15th, 2018, or when funds are exhausted.

There are several ways you can apply for regular HEAP. You can apply online at www.mybenefits.ny.gov. If applying on paper, the following agencies can help: Broome County Office for Aging (OFA) accepts applications for regular HEAP for homeowners and renters who are 60 or over and for those who are disabled receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability (SSD). If you received a HEAP benefit last season, you should have received an “early outreach” application in the mail at the end of August. Please return your completed application to the Office for Aging. If you are new to HEAP and need an application, call the OFA HEAP line at 778-2063. Families receiving Temporary Assistance (TA) or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) may receive HEAP automatically and do not need to apply at OFA. Call OFA at 778-2411 if you have any questions about HEAP or other financial benefits.

The Department of Social Services (DSS) accepts applications for homeowners and renters under age 60 and who are not disabled. You can call DSS HEAP at 778-1100 to request an application.

Emergency HEAP is a benefit available to eligible households dealing with energy crisis situations when loss of heat is imminent (scheduled utility service termination, 72-hour disconnection notice, less than a ¼ tank for oil, kerosene or propane, or less than a 10-day supply of other deliverable fuels). Emergency HEAP is scheduled to open on January 2nd, 2018, and scheduled to close on March 15th, 2018. To apply for Emergency HEAP, contact DSS at 778-1100.

Heating Equipment Repair and Replacement (HERR) is a benefit available to assist homeowners in repairing and replacing primary heating equipment when the equipment is inoperable or unsafe and needs repair/replacement. The repair of chimneys, chimney liners, venting to the chimney, boiler system piping, and the replacement of an oil tank may also be covered by this benefit. The maximum replacement benefit amount is $6,500 and is available not more than once every 10 years. HERR is expected to open on November 6, 2017. To inquire about eligibility for HERR, contact DSS at 778-1100.

Cooling Assistance Component (CAC) provides cooling assistance to HEAP-eligible households that include an individual with a documented medical condition which is exacerbated by extreme heat. CAC is scheduled to open on May 1st, 2018, and scheduled to close on August 31st, 2018, or when funds are exhausted. To inquire about eligibility, call DSS at 788-1100.

The Clean and Tune program allows qualifying applicants to receive a Heating Equipment Clean and Tune benefit and service for the household’s primary heating equipment. The 2017-2018 Clean and Tune Program is scheduled to open on July 2, 2018 and expected to close on November 2, 2018 or when funds are exhausted. To inquire about eligibility, call DSS at 788-1100.

2017-2018 HEAP Income Eligibility Guidelines (subject to change):

Household Size Monthly Income Limit 1 $2,318 2 $3,031 3 $3,744 4 $4,457

Caring for a Relative or Friend Can be ChallengingBeing a caregiver can be challenging and stressful. The Broome County Office for Aging has a program to support family caregivers. The program has valuable information to support caregivers of all ages with both practical needs and the emotional demands of caregiving.

Helping a senior stay in his or her home and stay independent can be challenging and a lot of work. Whether you are running errands, paying bills, cooking or even providing hands-on care – you deserve information, assistance and the chance to educate yourself on different programs and services.

Broome County Office for Aging’s Caregiver Services Program offers:l Referrals to Community

Servicesl Caregiver Newsletterl Caregiver Discussion Groupsl Ways to Take a Breakl Caregiver Resourcesl Workshops and Talks on

Caregiver Concernsl One on One Consultation

Call us for support and information, 778-2411.

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In honor of Veterans Day, we wanted to highlight a wonderful benefit available to local veterans. A large selection of Broome County businesses offer discounts to honorably discharged veterans. Savings can range from 5-25%. Discounts are available on services and products at local businesses - from restaurants, museums and theater - to bowling, pet grooming and home maintenance.

To qualify for the card, the County Clerk must be able to see your original DD214 or a certified copy of your DD214 as well as photo identification to determine that you served and were honorably discharged. This can be done in several ways. See the Broome County Website for more information.

For additional information on this program, call 778-2109 or visit the Broome County website at http://gobroomecounty.com/budget/veterans-discount-program.


HEALTH & WELLNESS EVENTS at the CENTERS

ZumbaBased on dance moves choreographed to Latin and international music. Low impact dance aerobics class. There is a $3 charge for this class.

Mon & Fri 9:30 am First Ward Senior Center (Binghamton)Tuesday 12:30 pm Johnson City Senior CenterTuesday 9:30 am Broome West Senior Center (Endwell)Thursday 1:00 pm Broome West Senior Center (Endwell)

Toning & ZumbaToning exercises using light weights followed by Zumba dance aerobics. There is a $5 charge for this class.

Wednesday 5:30 pm Johnson City Senior Center

Bonesaver ClassA low-intensity class, using light weights to help prevent osteoporosis and improve balance.

Mon 7:00 pm First Ward Senior Center (Binghamton) Mon & Fri 10:00 am First Ward Senior Center (Binghamton)Mon & Wed 10:00 am Broome West Senior Center (Endwell)Mon & Wed 2:30 pm Eastside Congregational UCC (Binghamton)Tues & Thurs 10:15 am Northern Broome Senior Center (Whitney Pt)

Beginner Gentle Yoga Help improve flexibility and strength; allow you to work at your pace and increase as your body begins to adapt. There is a $3 charge for this class.

Monday 9:30 am Johnson City Senior CenterFriday 10:00 am Johnson City Senior Center

Tai ChiRelieve stress, improve balance, increase flexibility and promote wellness. Thursday 9:30 am Broome West Senior Center - No fee, No instructor

Thursday 1:00 pm Johnson City Senior Center - $3 chargeFriday 9:30 am Eastern Broome Senior Center - No fee

Line DancingChoreographed dance with a sequence of steps done in lines or rows. $3 charge.

Monday 10:45 am Johnson City Senior CenterFriday 9:30 am Broome West Senior Center (Endwell)

Chair YogaPostures and movements are very gentle, easy to maintain and adapted to each students’ ability. $5 charge.

Monday 11:00 am First Ward Senior Center (Binghamton)Tuesday 10:15 am Vestal Senior Center

Chair ExercisesIncrease flexibility, range of motion and circulation.

Tuesday 8:45 – 9:30 am Eastern Broome Senior Center (Harpursville)Tuesday 11:00 am Deposit Senior CenterTues & Thurs 11:00 am Broome West Senior Center (Endwell)Wednesday 10:30 - 11:30 am Vestal Senior CenterThursday 10:00 - 10:30 am First Ward Senior Center

Chair Dance PartyTone muscles & increase heart rate in a comfortable, seated position.

Friday 12:30pm Johnson City Senior Center

Open Swim & Water Aerobics ClassesFirst Ward Senior Center is hosting these classes at West Middle School, Highland Ave, Binghamton.

Water Aerobics Thursday Call for hours West Middle SchoolOpen Swim Mondays & Thursdays Call for hours West Middle School

Lo-Impact AerobicsModified stretches, body movements and routines that improve and tone your body. $3 charge

Thursday 10:30 am Johnson City Senior Center

Sunrise Yoga: Project Baptiste FoundationParticipants must have some type of military affiliation

Wednesday 1:30 - 2:30 pm Northern Broome Senior Center (Whitney Pt)

DancerciseLow impact using simple dance movements set to uplifting music. Movement of joints, muscles & bones. $5 charge.

Wednesday 9:30 am Johnson City Senior Center

*Complete addresses and phone numbers for all Senior Centers are located on pages 10 & 11

Exercise Equipment Available Daily at the following Senior Centers:Broome West Senior Center l Northern Broome Senior Center l First Ward Senior Center l Johnson City Senior Center

Philly Cheese Steak Day with Orange Blossom Special

Thursday, November 16, 11:45 amFirst Ward Senior Center

Have a Philly cheese steak lunch and listen to live music by Orange

Blossom Special.

Thanksgiving LuncheonThursday, November 16, 12:30 pm

Deposit Senior CenterJoin us for a festive lunch and

celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday.

Peanut Butter Fudge MakingMonday, November 20, 10:30 am

North Shore TowersLearn how to make homemade

peanut butter fudge & stay for lunch!

Rummage SaleWednesday, Thursday, and Friday,

November 1-3, 1-3 pmVestal Senior Center

See what treasures await you!

Evening Dining with BINGO for Prizes

Thursday, November 16, 4 pmEastern Broome Senior Center

Enjoy dinner followed by BINGO for prizes with Nick Bush as the

evening’s BINGO caller.

Evening Dining withMusical Entertainment

Tuesday, November 14, 5-7 pm & Tuesday, November 28, 5-7 pmBroome West Senior Center

Entertainment by singer Michael Burrell on Nov. 14 & choral group,

Binghamton University Vibrations on Nov. 28.

Silent and Live AuctionFriday, November 3, 6:30 pm Silent

Auction & 7 pm Live AuctionJohnson City Senior CenterBid on household and special

occasion items, decorations and holiday gifts. Entry fee $5.

Annual Craft FairSaturday, November 11, 10 am-2 pmNorthern Broome Senior CenterThe craft fair will feature over 30

tables this year with lunch and homemade desserts.


Photo by Emma Kinney

TRIPSTRIPS Scam of the Month

Johnson City Senior CenterContact: 797-3145

Wednesday, December 6“A Playhouse Christmas” at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse Broome West Senior CenterContact: Pat, 972-5889

Saturday, December 9A Dickens Christmas in Skaneateles

Eastern Broome Senior CenterContact: Arlene, 759-6306

Monday, November 13“A Playhouse Christmas” at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse

Kattelville Senior AssociationContact: Ellen, 722-9195

Tuesday, November 28Christmas Show in Bethlehem

Thursday, December 7Country Christmas in Cortland

Tuesday, December 12Mohegan Sun Trip

April 14 – 26, 2018Sign Up Now for Spring Cruise to Southern Caribbean

Endicott AARPContact: Barb, 785-5110 or Marilyn, 748-8849

Thursday, November 16“Color, Lights and A Little Bit of History” in Corning, Seneca Falls and Onondaga Lake

Monday, December 11“A Playhouse Christmas” at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse

Key Steps to Minimize Risk After Equifax Data BreachDetermining Whether You Have Been Affected: It is likely that anyone with a credit history is one of the 143 million Americans whose personal information was exposed in a data breach at Equifax, one of the three major credit reporting agencies. Hackers accessed people’s names, Social Security numbers, birth dates, addresses, and in some instances, driver’s license numbers.

While it is safest to assume that you were affected, to verify this go to the Equifax site, www.equifaxsecurity2017.com. The site mentions enrolling in “TrustedID Premier”—you do not have to enroll. TrustedID Premier is a credit monitoring service that is only initially free and that does NOT fully protect consumers.

Risks from the Data Breach: Perhaps the greatest risk is that an identity thief will open credit accounts in your name. While you are ultimately not liable for the charges, resolution of these situations is never pleasant, can damage your credit and it may take significant effort to clean up. The best way to prevent new account identity theft is a credit freeze.

Another risk is that unauthorized persons might gain access to your existing accounts. You should pay careful attention to all of your accounts by frequently reviewing statements and noticing if monthly statements do not arrive.

An additional risk is that an identity thief files a tax return your name, seeking a large refund, and directing that refund to a prepaid card. Filing legitimate tax returns as soon as possible may prevent a scam filing later.

A Credit Freeze Is Recommended: The strongest measure you can take to prevent an identity thief from opening a credit account in your name is to request a credit freeze. Creditors that rely on a credit report/score in granting credit are likely to refuse to offer credit if they cannot obtain a report/score. To obtain a credit freeze, you need to contact each of the three reporting agencies below. Setting up a freeze and lifting it in the future costs from $5 to $10 for each reporting agency. It is very important to keep the password or PIN assigned when you obtain a credit freeze, as you will need it to lift the freeze temporarily or permanently when applying for new credit, a new job, an apartment rental or new insurance. A freeze can last forever (seven years in a few states), which may be a good thing as there is no time limit for an identity thief using your personal information.

• Equifax—1-800-349-9960 or 1-800-685-1111• Experian—1-888-397-3742• TransUnion—1-888-909-8872 or 1-800-680-7289

Fraud Alerts and Credit Monitoring Are Not the Best Options: Instead of freezing an account, fraud alerts require creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity, such as calling you, before issuing additional cards or increasing credit limits. Freezes are better as they automatically deny access to the creditor.

You can purchase credit monitoring services, but these are costly and not as effective as a freeze. Credit monitoring identifies new accounts opened in your name or attempts to open an account, but it only does so after the fact and not always successfully. Credit monitoring does not help to spot fraudulent charges on existing accounts—you should still carefully review statements.

Instead of paying for credit monitoring, review your credit report for free. To obtain a free annual report from each of the three national reporting agencies, visit www.anualcreditreport.com. Stagger the requests every four months from a different agency, and you will have a continual snapshot of your credit file.

To read the full article about the Equifax breach and for detailed information on identity theft, freezes and fraud alerts, visit the National Consumer Law Center’s website.

Source: https://library.nclc.org/key-steps-minimize-risk-after-equifax-data-breach

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Sign Up or Update Your OFA ID Card

If you have not yet updated your Office for Aging ID card in 2017, visit one of your local senior centers this November and complete a short application. Keeping current contact information on file with OFA helps you access programs and services more efficiently.

Or, if you are age 60 or older and do not yet have an OFA ID card, consider signing up for one now. OFA ID cards provide you with proof of age and identification for OFA programs, including Senior Center meals and the Broome County Mini Bus transportation system. The ID card is also accepted by many businesses offering senior discounts.

Bring ID with proof of age to one of these senior centers to update or sign up for your OFA ID card:

l Thursday, November 2, 10 am – 11 amNorthern Broome Senior Center, 12 Strongs Place, Whitney Point

l Wednesday, November 8, 10 am – 11 amVestal Senior Center, 201 Main Street, Vestal

l Monday, November 13, 10:30 – 12 NoonFirst Ward Senior Center, 226 Clinton Street, Binghamton

l Tuesday, November 14, 11:30 am – 12:30 pmDeposit Senior Center, 14 Monument Street, Deposit

l Wednesday, November 15, 10 am – 12 noonBroome West Senior Center, 2801 Wayne Street, Endwell

l Monday, November 20, 11 am – 12 noonNorth Shore Towers Community Center, 24 Isbell Street, Binghamton

l Monday, November 27, 11 am – 12 noonEastern Broome Senior Center, 27 Golden Lane, Harpursville

l Wednesday, November 29, 10 am – 12 noonJohnson City Senior Center, 30 Brocton Street, Johnson City

For more information, contact Office for Aging at (607) 778-2411 or visit us online at https://gobroomecounty.co.broome.ny.us/senior/idcard.

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Fall into Volunteering

On September 26th, the Office for Aging held its annual Volunteer Apprecia-tion Dinner. This dinner is held to thank our volunteers who give so much of themselves to our community. Pictured are Rose Guido, Paul Kuhnle, and Shirley McCormack, who all received 20-year recognitions this year.

The Broome County Office for Aging has been providing services to our com-munity and older adults for over forty years. We could not do this without the volunteers who donate their time, energy, and talents. Last year, volunteers contributed 110,982 hours of volunteer service to the Office for Aging and people we serve.

Veterans Remembrance at Senior CentersAll Broome County veterans and their families are invited to a special Veterans Remembrance at local senior centers on Wednesday, November 8th (Thursday, November 9th in Deposit).

Senior centers are offering a variety of activities to honor your service to our country including recognition ceremonies, music and a delicious meal, served around noon. Please call the senior center of your choice to make a lunch reservation by noon on Tuesday, November 7th. Lunch is just $3.25 for people age 60+ and $4.25 for people under age 60. All veterans will receive a complimentary lunch.

Find the phone number of the senior center nearest you on the back pages of this Senior News. We hope to see you there!!


Fall Back!November 5th marks the end of Daylight Saving Time (DST), when we “fall back” and turn our clocks back one hour. The end of DST also serves as the perfect reminder to check on various things around your home that might otherwise be forgotten. Here are a few things you may want to check while you are setting your clocks:

■ Smoke Detectors—test your smoke detectors/carbon monoxide detectors to be sure they are in good working order. It is a good idea to install fresh batteries in your smoke alarms at the beginning and end of DST each year, even if the old ones have not died yet.

■ Flashlights—check any flashlights you have, and if necessary, replace their batteries.

■ Medications—check for expired medications (both prescriptions and over-the-counter meds) in your medicine cabinet and dispose of them. Replace or replenish any out of date.

■ First Aid Kit—check your First Aid Kit and replace anything old or expired.

■ Pantry and Refrigerator—go through your pantry and refrigerator. Throw away all items that are past their printed expiration date.

■ Fire Extinguishers—check the pressure on your fire extinguisher and replace if necessary. If you don’t have a fire extinguisher, get one and be sure you know how to use it.

Source: www.adamshomes.com/fall-back-daylight-saving-time-home-maintenance-checklist/

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Day of CaringOn September 15th, volunteers from the United Way

of Broome County’s Day of Caring transformed the kitchen of theVestal Senior Center. The volunteers also dusted the entire dining area and washed the very large center windows. The Vestal Senior Center could not

be more thankful and appreciative!

Having Difficulty Getting to Your Healthcare Appointments?

Mobility Management of South Central New York (MMSCNY) is a program of the Rural Health Network of South Central New York. It seeks to improve transportation access and coordination, with particular regard to the area’s rural communities.

MMSCNY operates the Getthere Call Center to assist people throughout the region and beyond. Getthere offers no-cost transportation assistance, including information and education, trip planning, and referral services. Additionally, it can help individuals with an expressed financial need access health-related services through a separate program called Connection to Care, or CTC. For qualifying individuals -- those with no other available options -- CTC can help offset transportation expenses through its use of fuel cards, volunteer drivers, public transportation, or private transportation providers, like taxis. CTC utilizes the lowest-cost option or combination of options that is appropriate to the individual’s specific need.Your health and well-being is important!

Call the Getthere Call Center @ 1-855-373-4040Ask about Connection to CareGetthere is staffed Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Pickleball play has moved inside for the winter months. Check out the schedule at

www.gobroomecounty.com/senior/healthed.

Senior Games Men’s Tennis Tournamentat the Binghamton Tennis Center


An Organized Space = An Organized Mind

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Meals on Wheels Volunteers Needed

The Meals on Wheels program in Eastern Broome is looking for volunteers, ages 18 years and older, to deliver meals on weekdays from 11:30am to 1pm. Routes are available in Windsor and Harpursville, and Meals on Wheels can work with your availability.

Teaming up in pairs or delivering on their own, volunteers deliver hot and nutritious meals to seniors who have difficulty preparing their own meals. They also serve as a quick check on participants, who often live alone.

Volunteers enjoy serving Meals on Wheels participants and often make new friends among fellow volunteers. Giving their time, energy, and talents, volunteers are crucial to the provision of the Meals on Wheels service to older adults throughout the community.

If interested, call Shelly at 693-1566 or stop by the Meals on Wheels site between 11am and 1pm, Monday through Friday, to see the process in action and find out more about this rewarding and fun experience. The Eastern Broome Meals on Wheels program is located at the Eastern Broome Senior Center, 24 Golden Lane, Harpursville.

Making the Most Out of RespiteEmily Olander

As a caregiver, it may be hard for you to leave the person you are caring for alone or with someone else. While no one may be able to take care of them better than you, you can only give your best care if you are taking care of yourself. This is where respite can help. Respite is when care is provided by someone other than the primary caregiver, giving the caregiver a break. Respite care gives you, as the caregiver, valuable time to recharge or to take part in activities. Therefore, it is important that you make the most out of respite time.

If you are new to using respite, it may be good to start with a short period of time. Involve the person you are caring for in choosing how much time you will be away. On the first day, consider only taking an hour to relax or have lunch with a friend, instead of a whole day out. This can help relieve your nerves about being away and ease the person you are caring for into the idea of respite as well. If you are caring for someone with dementia, for the first time it may be useful to spend time with them and the worker together to help with the transition.

To make the most out of respite, you must communicate expectations with the person coming in to provide care. Explain your needs as well as the needs of the person you are caring for. Be respectful of the worker’s limitations on what they can and cannot do. It also helps to have information written down about the needs of the care recipient. Write down medical history, medications, care needs, personal routine, likes and dislikes as well as information about important friends or family. This will give the worker information needed to provide better care. If any issues arise, you can talk to the provider about your concerns or try a new worker if needed.

Once care is arranged, make sure you make the most of your time. It is important to do activities that you can’t normally do while you are caregiving. Get out of the house. Do something fun or relaxing for yourself. And remember, it might take some time for both you and the person you are caring for to adjust. Respite is a very useful way to relax and recharge. Ultimately, you will be able to provide better care by taking care of yourself.

For respite options, call the Office for Aging Caregiver Services at 778-2411.

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Nov. 7, 1942: FDR becomes the 1st US President to broadcast in a foreign language (French).

Nov. 21, 1942: Voiced by Mel Blanc, Tweety Bird makes his cartoon debut in the Warner Brothers/Merrie Melodies feature, “A Tale of Two Kitties.”

Nov. 26, 1942: Casablanca, starring Ingrid Bergman and Humphrey Bogart, premieres at Hollywood Theater, NYC.

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Senior Citizen Winter Indoor Walking

The Broome County Office for Aging and area school districts have teamed up to offer seniors with indoor walking locations during the winter months.

Sites are open November 1 through April 30. Seniors can use the hallways at the designated sites at the scheduled times, Monday through Friday. Please note that when schools are closed for holidays and snow days, etc., the walking program will also be closed.

A registration form is required to walk. You can obtain both your registration form and see a list of the walking sites online at www.gobroomecounty.com/senior/healthed or by calling the Office for Aging at 778-2411.

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Starting in November, The Salvation Army will be ringing bells outside many of your favorite Christmas shopping venues. Red Kettle funds support ongoing programs to shelter the homeless, feed the hungry, provide aid for victims of disaster, counsel and protect survivors of abuse, and much more. Each year, monies raised through the Red Kettle Campaign in Broome County directly benefit our neighbors in need in Broome County.

Volunteers who ring bells have a direct impact on making change happen in the lives of those in their community, as every dollar raised will stay there to meet needs all year.

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Look What’s Happening at the Centers!BROOME WEST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 785-34272801 Wayne St., Endwell, NY 13760Center Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00am - 3:00pmLunch served at Noon call 785-1777Breakfast for Lunch: Mon 10:30am - 12:30pmSandwich and Soup Bar: W/Th/F, 11:15 am – 12:30pm

Weekly Activities: Exercise classes listed on page 4Daily: Wii, Cards, Billiards, ShuffleboardM: Bingo 9:30 am, Guitar Group 9 am - 12 Noon, Quilting 9 am-12 pm; T: Craft Class 9:30 am (call for schedule); Ping Pong 1-3 pm; W: Bingo 9:30 am; Scrabble 12:30 pm; Floor Shuffleboard 12:45 pmTh: Social Connections 1-2:30 pm; USA Ballroom Dance Lessons 7-8:30 pm (Call Center for schedule)F: Bingo 9:30 am, Craft Class 9:30 am (call for schedule), Ping Pong 1-3 pm

Special Activities

14 Monument Street, Deposit, NY 13754 (Located in Christ Episcopal Church)Center Hours: Tues & Thurs, 9:00am - 2:00pmLunch served at 12:30 pm

Weekly Activities (call for info): T & Th: Morning Coffee, Cards, Puzzle Board & Wii 9 am-12 pm; Piano Music 10:30 amT: Crafts, 10 am; Chair Exercises, 11 am; CHOW Mobile Market 11:30 - 12:30Th: Tai Chi for Arthritis 11 am; Chorus 11-12 pm

Special Activities

DEPOSIT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 467-3953

27 Golden Lane, Harpursville, NY 13787Center Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00am - 2:30pmLunch served at NoonBreakfast: Tues, 8 - 9:30 amGolden Griddle Brunch: Thurs, 10:30 am – 12:00 pmSandwich and Soup Bar: Wed, 11:30 am – 12:30 pmBurger Bar: Fri, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

EASTERN BROOME. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 693-2069

226 Clinton St., Binghamton, NY 13905 Center Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 4:00pmLunch served at 11:45 am call 729-6214Mondays: Breakfast for Lunch, 10:30 am- 12:30 pm (No Reservations Required)Weekly Activities: Exercise classes listed on page 4Daily: Billiards M: Bingo 12:30 pm; Texas Holdem 12:45 pmT: Shuffleboard 9:00 am; Knitting 9 am; CHOW Produce Sale 11:30 am - 12:30 pm; Pinochle 12:30 pm; Texas Holdem 12:30W: Ceramics 9:00 am; Chorus 9:30 amTh: Sewing 9:00 am; Mah Jongg 12:30 pm; Craft Class 1:00 pmF: Ceramics 9:30 am; Dominos 12:30 pm; Texas Holdem 12:45 pm

Special Activities:

FIRST WARD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 797-2307

Weekly Activities: Exercise classes listed on page 4 Daily: Computers, Coffee Hour, Cards, Shuffleboard, Billiards W: Stitching/Crafts 9-11 amTh: Acrylic Painting 9 - 11 amF: Wii practice/play 12:30 - 1 pm

Special Activities

EASTERN BROOME continued

11/1 Nutrition Education w/OFA: “Dem Bones”, 11:15 am11/2&3 AARP Smart Driver Course (please register), 10 am-1:40 pm11/7 Election Polling Location11/8 Veterans Day Remembrance and Luncheon (please reserve), 11 am-1 pm11/13 Special Breakfast: belgian waffles w/cherries, 10:30 am-12:30 pm11/14 Downsize & Declutter Discussion, 3-4:30 pm

Evening Meal w/singer, Michael Burrell - (ckn cordon bleu/lemon meringue pie), 5-7 pm11/15 Caregiver Chat, 9-11 am11/15 OFA ID Card Updates, 10 am-12 pm

Thanksgiving Luncheon (please reserve), 12 pm11/27 Special Breakfast: pumpkin pancakes, 10:30 am-12:30 pm11/28 Evening Meal w/ choral group, Bing. Univ. Vibrations (rotisserie chicken/éclair), 5-7 pm

Tues. Bingo, 1 pm: 11/7 Nickel; 11/14 Bag; 11/21 Quarter; 11/28 Nutrition11/7 Build a Story Day, 11:45 am11/9 Veterans Day Remembrance and Luncheon (please reserve), 11:15 am11/14 HEAP Presentation by Delaware County OFA, 11:30 am OFA ID Card Updates, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm Tell a Joke Day, 12 pm11/16 Thanksgiving Luncheon (please reserve), 12:30 pm11/21 Blood Pressure w/Sandy, 11:30 am

Southern Tier Food Bank, 11:30 am, at the Fire StationThanksgiving Celebration and Trivia, 12 pm

11/28 “Dem Bones” Nutrition Education w/OFA, 11 am

Mondays: Mobile DMV, 10 am-3 pm (Closed 12-12:30 for lunch)Thursdays: Golden Griddle Special: Open Faced Hot Turkey Sandwich w/Gravy11/2 Nutrition Education w/OFA: “Dem Bones”, 1:15 pm11/6 Afghanistan Presentation – Part II by Amedeo Cimini, 12:15 pm11/8 Veterans Day Remembrance and Luncheon w/singer Ed Travis (please reserve), starting at 10:45 am 11/13 Hunterdon Hills Playhouse Trip, “A Playhouse Christmas” (call Arlene 759-6306)11/15 Thanksgiving Luncheon w/New Appalachia (please reserve), 12:15 pm Thanksgiving Pie Auction, 1:30 pm11/16 Evening Meal w/BINGO (chicken cordon bleu/lemon meringue pie), 4 pm11/20 Presentation by Clear Path for Veterans, 12:15 pm11/27 Horse Racing Game, 10 am OFA ID Card Updates, 11 am-12 pm11/29 Legal Aid (appointment needed), 9 am-12 pm

Baked Potato Bar (no reservations necessary), 11:30 am-12:30 pm

Mondays: Ceramics, 7 pm Osteo Exercise, 7 pm

Roberson International Folk Dancers, 7:30-9:45 pmTuesdays: CHOW Mobile Market (please call), 10:30 am11/1 Social Club, 1 pm11/2,3 AARP Smart Driver Course (please register), 9 am-12 pm11/8 Legal Aid (appointment required), 9 am

Veterans Day Luncheon w/music by Rick Pedro (please reserve), 11:45 am

11/13 Brunch for Lunch: waffles w/spiced apples, 10:30-12:30 pm OFA ID Card Updates, 10:30 am-12 pm11/14 Absolute Care Services Presentation, 12:15 am11/15 Thanksgiving Luncheon w/music by Ralph Muro (please reserve), 12:15 pm 11/16 Philly Cheese Steak Day w/Orange Blossom Special, 11:45 am11/30 Nutrition Education w/OFA: “Dem Bones”, 11 am

Senior Center Holiday ClosingsAll Broome County Senior Centers will be closed on

Friday, November 10, in observance of Veterans Day, andThursday & Friday, November 23 & 24 in observance of Thanksgiving.


Old Vestal Junior High School Cafeteria201 Main St., Box #4, Vestal, NY 13850 Center Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00am - 2:00pmLunch served at 11:45amSandwich and Soup bar: W/F, 11:45 am- 12:30 pm

Weekly Activities: Exercise classes listed on page 4Daily: Coffee Klatch, Cards, GamesM: Walking Group 8 amT: Pinochle 9:30 amW: Walking Group 8 am; Crochet/Knitting 9:30 am; Computer Instruction 10 am; Chair Exercises 10:30; Oil Painting 1-3 pm Th: Bingo (1st & 3rd) 10:15 am; Ice Cream Day 12:00 pm; Bridge Group 12:30 pmF: Walking Group 8 am; Mahjong 9:30 am Special Activities:

VESTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 754-9596

NORTH SHORE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 772-6214

24 Isbell St., Binghamton, NY 13901Center Hours: Mon - Fri 10:00am - 2:00pmLunch served at Noon

Weekly Activities:Daily: Coffee 8-11 am, Games and CardsM: Bingo 10-11:30 amT: Wii Bowling 10-11:30 am W: Dice & Cards Games 10-11:30 amTh: Croquet 10-11:30 amF: Wii Bowling 10-11:30 amSpecial Activities:

12 Strongs Place, Whitney Point, NY 13862Center Hours: Mon - Fri, 9:00am - 3:00pmLunch served at NoonSandwich & Soup Bar: Mon, Tues, Wed 11:30am - 12:30pmBreakfast for Lunch: Thurs 10-12:30 pmPub Burger: Fri 11:30 am - 12:30pm

Weekly Activities: Exercise classes listed on page 4M: Horse Racing (1st/3rd) 10:30 am; Quilt/Sewing Class 10 am-3 pm; Bingo 10:30 am; Adult Coloring Class 12-2pm; Pinochle 12:30 pmT: Computer Class 9:30; Osteo Exercise 10 amW: Shuffleboard 10 am; Bunko (dice game), 12:30 pmTh: Wii Bowling, Osteo-Exercise, Pitch (cards) 10 am; Blood Pressure Testing (1st/3rd) 11 am; Bridge Card Group 12 pm; Crafts w/Denise, 12:30 pm F: Bingo, 10:30 amSpecial Activities:

NORTHERN BROOME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 692-3405

JOHNSON CITY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 797-314530 Brocton St., Johnson City, NY 13790Center Hours: Mon - Fri 9:00am - 4:00pmLunch served at 11:45 call 797-1149 Hot Lunch (Reservations): M/W/Th/F Walk-Ins Welcome: Sandwich & Soup Bar: Wed/Thurs, 11:45 am - 12:30 pm Breakfast for Lunch: Tues, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Weekly Activities: Exercise classes listed on page 4M: Watercolor Painting 9 am; Bingo 12:30 sales/1:30 play, Knit/Crochet, Poetry 1 pm; Pitch (cards) 1 pmT: Guitar 9 am; TOPS 9:30 am; Shuffleboard (recreational) 12:30 pmW: Quilting 9 am; Pinochle, Penny Bingo 12:30 pm; Writers’ Workshop 1 pm; Mahjong 1 pmTh: Oil Painting, Guitar both at 9 am; CHOW Produce Sale 11:30 am - 1:00 pm; Shuffleboard (competitive) 12:30 pm; Meditation 3 pmF: Watercolor Painting 9 am; Ladies Singing 10 am; Hearts (cards) 11 amSpecial Activities: 11/1 Senior Scamming Presentation by Mike Danaher, 6:30 pm11/3 Live and Silent Auction ($5 entry fee), 6:30 pm11/8 Veterans Day Remembrance and Luncheon (please reserve), 11:45 am Presentation: Thanksgiving Food Safety 101, 3 pm11/14 SNAP Nutrition Class: Holiday Health, 11:30 am11/15 BP’s and Glucose Checks, 10:30 am Thanksgiving Luncheon w/entertainment (please reserve), 11:45 am11/16 Legal Aid (by appointment), 9-11:30 am Chop n’ Chat, ($3 please reserve), 1 pm11/17 BC Senior Games Table Shuffleboard Tournament (please register), 10 am11/21 Nutrition Education w/OFA: “Dem Bones”, 10:30 am11/29 OFA ID Card Updates, 10 am-12 pm11/30 Chop n’ Chat, ($3 please reserve), 1 pm

11/2 OFA ID Card Updates, 10-11 am11/3 Brown Bag Auction, 12:15 pm11/7 Caregiver Chat, 9:30-11 am Nutrition Education w/OFA: “Dem Bones”, 11 am11/8 Veterans Day Remembrance and Luncheon (please reserve), 11 am11/11 Sat. - Annual Craft Fair w/homemade lunch & desserts, 10 am-2 pm11/14 CHOW Mobile Market, 3:30- 4:30 pm

Evening Meal w/Orange Blossom Special (ckn cordon bleu/lemon mer. pie), 4:30 pm

11/15 Thanksgiving Luncheon (please reserve), 12 pm Zentangle, 1-3 pm11/20,21 AARP Smart Driver Course (please register), 10 am-1:30 pm11/27 Wheel of Fortune, 10:30-11:30 am11/28 CHOW Mobile Market, 3:30- 4:30 pm

Evening Meal w/BINGO (rotisserie chicken/éclair), 4:30 pm

Thursdays: Blood Pressure Screenings with Nurse Sue & Nurse Chrissy in Mailroom, 9-11 am (11/2,16,30)11/2 Breakfast for Lunch (no reservations): breakfast burrito, 11 am-12:30 pm11/3 Decorate Community Center for Thanksgiving, 10:30 am Technology Drop-In w/Binghamton University students, 1-2 pm11/8 Veterans Day Remembrance and Luncheon, (please reserve), 12 pm11/9 Lunch Special (no reservations): soup, grilled ham & cheese, w/

music by Tony Stores, 11 am-12:30 pm11/14 Craft Making: Ombre Pine Cones, 10:30 am11/15 Thanksgiving Luncheon, (please reserve), 12 pm11/16 AOP Medicare Updates Presentation, 11 am11/17 Technology Drop-In w/Binghamton University students, 1-2 pm 11/20 Peanut Butter Fudge Making, 10:30 am Nutrition Education w/OFA: “Dem Bones”, 10:30 am OFA ID Card Updates, 11 am-12 pm11/21 Alcohol, Medications & More Discussion w/Carole Kuklis, 10:30 am11/22 Play the game “Best Advice My Mother Ever Gave Me” for prizes, 10:30 am

11/1,2,3 Rummage Sale, 9 am-1 pm11/7 Breakfast for Lunch (breakfast sandwiches), 11:30 am-12:30 pm11/8 Veterans Day Remembrance and Luncheon (please reserve), 11:30 am OFA ID Card Updates, 10-11 am11/9 Pottery Class with Jenn Johnson, 10-11 am11/13,14 AARP Smart Driver Course (please register), 10 am-1:45 pm11/15 Thanksgiving Pie Auction, 10:30 am Thanksgiving Luncheon w/guitarist Paul Sanna, 11:30 am 11/16 NEW Bonesaver Class, 10:30-11:30 am11/17 Pizza OR Chef Salad for Lunch (please reserve), 11:30am Bunko, following lunch (please reserve)11/21 Bonesaver Class, 10:30-11:30 am 11/28 Bonesaver Class, 10:30-11:30 am11/30 Bonesaver Class, 10:30-11:30 am

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