VISUAL

IMPAIRMENT

PROGRAM TO BE HELD MAY 25

A specialized service program will be presented by Teri Rexford on May 25 at 11 a.m. on issues related to visual impairment including vocational rehabilitation, vision rehabilitation therapy, orientation and mobility training and independent living.

Anyone looking to attend is asked to call the Allegheny Community Center.

The Lions Club will be presenting at 1 p.m. that day, as well, to inform on what services they provide for the visually impaired.

FALLS PREVENTION

Each year, one out of every four seniors fall and injure themselves in their home. The ACC’s annual falls prevention class will be offered on June 14 and 15 at 1 p.m. The two day event will help seniors learn how to stay safe in their home while also providing specific balance exercises.

PARTNERSHIP WITH THE YMCA

The YMCA and the ACC have partnered to provide a series of art, cooking and multi-generational programs in the community. Running through the summer, offerings for kids include an art experience on Wednesdays starting June 14th, culinary programs at the ACC as well as a series of “Make and Take” projects. All kids classes are from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Allegheny Community Center. On the adult side, an acrylic painting class will be offered via a five-week session and a stained class session over two weeks as well as a two-week class for grandparents and their grandchildren. Call the ACC or YMCA for more information or to sign up for these various programs.

SPONSOR-A-SENIOR

The Sponsor-A-Senior Program is a great way = contribute during the Warren Gives event on May 18. Experience, Inc. has been helping our seniors with essential services for over 56 years. Meals for our local seniors are needed now more than ever. Experience provides 1,200 meals per week to our Senior Centers and to seniors that need home delivered meals. All proceeds received through the Warren Gives event benefit the nutrition programs in our area.

SILVER GAMES

The Silver Games of Warren and Forest Counties will be held on Friday, June 3 starting at the Warren YMCA at 8 a.m. Those interested are asked to call the ACC or the YMCA. Participants will participate in three individual events and two team events. The event is open to individuals age 55 and older and sponsors include Experience Inc., the Allegheny Community Center, the YMCA and the Care Council.

BINGOCIZE

Looking for a new, fun way to be more active and connect with others? Join us at the Allegheny Community Center for BINGOCIZE! Bingocize combines exercise and health information with the familiar game of Bingo, which has shown to be a great, fun way to get moving and socializing. Light refreshments will be available and prizes will be offered as well! The program is FREE and paid for in part by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging. Bingocize will run from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays from February 28 through May 19 and those interested can attend as often as you are able.

COOKING CLASS

On the first and third Wednesday of every month the Allegheny Community Center will hold a Cooking and Nutrition class. Come join us as we make many different foods and baked goods.

PAINTING CLASS

Artist Gail Bidwell will be starting painting classes at the ACC in the dining room on Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. The cost is $10.00 per class with supplies included unless a special project is requested. Call the ACC to sign up.

RECEPTIONIST NEEDED

The Allegheny Community Center is in need of a receptionist for shifts from 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays and 12-3 p.m. on Thursdays. Anyone interested is asked to stop in or call (814) 723-4180.

SUPPORT FOR

SENIORS

The Allegheny Community Center has applications on-site for various programs such as LIHEAP (for heating), Water and Waste to help with water and sewer bills as well as a rental assistance application. Anyone with questions asked to call the Community Assistance Office at (814) 723-6330. Rental assistance questions can be directed to the Warren-Forest EOC at (814) 726-2400, ext. 107. The EOC also has an application of second Harvest food distribution at the Lutheran Church.

UPCOMING MEALS

Here’s a look at the meal calendar for April which is, unfortunately, subject to change due to supply chain issues. Remember that you must order meals two weeks in advance. Please call your local center to order or – if needed – cancel meals.

May 23: Meatball hoagie with noodles, green beans, roll and fresh fruit.

May 24: Pork loin with rice pilaf, cauliflower, apples and cookie.

May 25: Stuffed pepper with garlic whipped potatoes, coin carrots, bread and fresh fruit.

May 26: Chef salad with vegetable barley soup, roll and warm peach crumble.

May 27: Smothered roast beef with scalloped potatoes, peas and onions, bread and oranges,

May 31: Sweet and sour chicken with rice, broccoli/cauliflower blend, bread and mixed fruit,

HOURS & CONTACT INFORMATION

Allegheny Community Center, Mon.-Thurs., 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; (814) 723-4180.

Endeavor, Tues, Wed., Fri., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; (814) 463-7774.

Marienville, Tues.-Thurs., 8:30 a.m to 2:30 p.m.; (814) 927-6607.

Sheffield, Mon., Thurs., Fri., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; (814) 968-5667.

Tidioute, Mon., Tues., Thurs., 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; (814) 484-3020.