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Aging Services, Inc.
Aging Services, Inc. is a vital organization, comprised of a compassionate staff, dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of older adults in Indiana County by providing opportunities to enhance their social, physical and mental skills utilizing our various programs.
To contact Aging Services, Inc., call 724-349-4500 or 1-800-442-8016. You can visit our offices at 1055 Oak Street in Indiana.
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Georgia Springer and Charlotte McCullough from Aging Services on Indiana In The Morning.
 
The Indiana Social Center, located at 1001 Oak Street, Indiana, went on a trip to the Smicksburg area recently. Getting ready to depart for their trip to Smicksburg is the group of happy travelers.
The group spent a day shopping at the various shops, having lunch at the Country Junction and enjoying the country scene for the day.
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In the photo, (left to right) Bill Swanger, Harold Bowman, and (in bus doorway) Janet Strong, Louise Smith, Isabel Glessner, Jane Gallagher, Gladys Willard, Joyce Swanger, Mardelle Fish, Ron White, Barb Cleland and Ruby Jacob.
If you would like to get involved in activities at the center, or inquire about the next planned trip, call the Indiana Social Center at (724) 465-2697. |
Indiana Center also recently went to check out Punxsutawney Phil’s habitat.
Pictured (left to right) Eileen Sarnovsky (Center Manager), Isabel Glessner, Joyce Swanger, Bill Swanger, Polly Ireland, Harold Bowman and Ron White. Punxsutawney Phil was unavailable for the photo!
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BEACH PARTY!
The Mahoning Hills Social Center near Punxsutawney held a Beach Party on July 8. Complete with sun, water and sand, the Mahoning Hills Beach was open for business.
For more information on how you can get involved in similar fun activities, call Aging Services at 724-349-4500 or 1-800-442-8016 or Mahoning Hills Social Center at 724-286-3099.
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Visiting the Johnstown Incline!
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The Indiana Social Center, located at 1001 Oak Street, Indiana, planned a trip to the Johnstown Incline Plane recently. Pictured to the left are thumbnail photos of the group of travelers prior to their departure. Click the thumbnails to see the pics!
If you would like to get involved in activities at the center, or inquire about the next planned trip, call the Indiana Social Center at (724) 465-2697.
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Aging Services, Inc. held their annual Senior Extravaganza on Friday, May 21. The event was held at the Oak Place Community Center in Indiana.
The month of May is known as Older American's Month and this gala event was a celebration of that. This year's party theme was Senior Prom. Those attending were asked to wear fashions from when they went to school, dress in school colors or dress for the prom.
A pork chop dinner was catered by Nutrition, Inc. and entertainment was provided by Zupe.
Aging Services honored its 'Friends of Aging Services' at the event. This year, Renda Broadcasting, Malcolm's House of Flowers and Indiana Audiology were honored for their work or sponsorship of this Web page. Mr. Ernie Clark was recognized for his teaching of computer classes at the Indiana Social Center and Kelly Pidgeon from Beacon Ridge was recognized for the Afternoon Bingos held at the centers.
See videos and photos from the event below.
Aging Services Videos (Just Click on the Title!)
AUGUST EVENTS
TRIP TO RIVERS CASINO (Reserve Your Seat TODAY)
The TWO LICK VALLEY SOCIAL CENTER, 450 Franklin Street, Clymer, is planning another fun trip! Seats are limited so call today.
The trip to Rivers Casino is scheduled for Tuesday, August 10th. Departure times to be announced. Cost of the trip is $29.00
Money is due at time of reservation. Call today!
For more information, or to sign up for this trip, call Two Lick Valley Social Center at (724) 254-9820 and ask for Betsy!
SENIOR FARMERS’ MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM
IT’S BACK! The Pennsylvania Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, a state wide program, through the PA Department of Agriculture is designed to put money for the purchase of nutritious produce into the hands of the commonwealth’s population. These checks are for eligible persons 60 and over that meet the 2009 Household Income Eligibility Guidelines (see below). Each person that qualifies will receive a total of $20 in vouchers to be used at state approved farmers markets.
Household Income Eligibility Guidelines are as follows:
-Single $20,036 A Household is a group of related or unrelated individuals
-Couple $26,955 who are living together as one economic unit regardless of age.
-Three $33,874 If your household contains more than three individuals, call (724) 349-4509 for income guidelines.
To receive this year’s checks you MUST provide Proof of Age and PA Residency. The following will be accepted as proof: PA Drivers License, PA Photo ID, Birth Certificate, Passport, Military Discharge Papers, Social Security Documents, and/or Income Tax Form 1099’s.
This year if you are picking up someone else’s checks for them, you MUST have a PROXY FORM, completed and signed IN ADVANCE by the person for whom you are picking up for, in addition to showing their Proof of Age, Residency and Income. Proxies are limited to four. A person may pick up checks for four individuals only.You may obtain Proxy Forms at your local Aging Services, Inc. Social Center.
Distribution dates for Indiana County Residents are as follows:
June 14th Chestnut Hills Center, Saltsburg Center, Indiana Center, 1 – 3 p.m. Two Lick Valley Center and Mahoning Hills Center
June 15th Armagh Social Center 10 a.m. - Noon
June 16th Aultman Social Center 10 a.m. – Noon
June 17th Chestnut Hills Center, Saltsburg Center, Indiana Center, 9 – 11 a.m.
Two Lick Valley Center, Mahoning Hills Center and Homer City
While supplies last in July, if you are unable to visit a social center on the distribution dates listed above, you may pick up the vouchers at your local social center during regular operating hours, Monday through Friday. Should you reside in another county, contact your Area Agency on Aging for a distribution schedule there.
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Aging Services, Inc. operates three one-day a week satellite sites in Armagh, Aultman and Homer City. All three sites are geared towards those persons 60 years of age or older and offer a noon meal, in addition to other various activities, and a place for area senior citizens to come together and meet.
The Armagh Site meets on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Armagh Fire Hall. In addition to crafts, educational speakers, monthly blood pressure screening, and a noon meal, this site offers Fitness Class from 10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
On Wednesdays, the Aultman Site meets at the Aultman Fire Hall from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. and features crafts, educational speakers, Fitness Class, monthly blood pressure screening and noon meal.
The Homer City Site normally operates Thursday from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.at the Homer City Holy Protection of Mary Byzantine Catholic Church and features educational speakers, weekly computer class, Fitness Class and noon meal.
If you would like to join any of the Satellite Sites, join a class or volunteer some time, call Aging Services, Inc. at (724) 349-4500 or 1-800-442-8016.
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The Armagh Site meets on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Armagh Fire Hall. In addition to crafts, educational speakers, monthly blood pressure screening, and a noon meal, this site offers Fitness Class from 10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. (See our photos above or click here!)
If you would like to join the Armagh group, join a class or volunteer some time, call Aging Services, Inc. at (724) 349-4500 or 1-800-442-8016.
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The Indiana Social Center located at 1001 Oak Street, Indiana, has a consignment shop full of great, inexpensive bargains. Stop by and see what kind of deals you can find.
Also, if you are cleaning out a closet and have some good usable items to get rid of, give the center at call at (724) 465-2697.
Shop hours are: 9:00 a.m. – Noon Open, CLOSED AT NOON – 1:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Open
Wii LIKE TO BOWL – Mahoning Hills Social Center
The Wii has been a big hit at the center for some time, also. If you’ve never tried your hand at this, don’t even know what the Wii is or looks like, and would like to try something new, stop by the center. The regulars will give you a free demonstration and teach you how to play. Beware! It’s very addictive and also great exercise and fun!
If you’re interested in trying the Wii Game, please call the Mahoning Hills Center at (724) 286-3099. Why not plan to make a day of it, and call the center and reserve yourself a meal and join us for lunch.
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The Chestnut Hills Social Center, 26 Heybert Drive, Blairsville, is offering evening hours Mondays for those persons 55 years of age and older. Featured Monday at 2 p.m. will be computer class, at 3:30 p.m. Painting Class for $2, billiards, Wii, cards, crafts, games and socialization and 50/50 drawing. Dinner is at 5:30 p.m. and costs only $2.50.
Plan to come and spend the evening with us and have a good meal, meet some new friends, and relax. You must make your reservation Friday before noon by calling 724-349-4500 or 1-800-442-8016, or call the center at 724-459-5251.
The Saltsburg Social Center, 212 Point Street, Saltsburg is offering extended hours Wednesdays from 1 – 7 p.m. for those persons 55 years of age and older. Featured Wednesday Evenings, at 5 p.m. is a 50/50 drawing and Dinner at a cost of $2.50. Bingo
is held at 6 p.m.
Plan to come and spend the evening with us and have a good meal, meet some new friends, and relax. You must make your reservation Tuesday before noon by calling the center at (724) 639-9055.
SENIOR EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
The Senior Employment Program of Aging Services, Inc. is a 'no-cost' employment service for county residents who are at least 55 years of age.
The Senior Employment Coordinator matches the job skills of applicants with the available job listings received from area employers.
For more information on these programs, please contact the Senior Employment Coordinator at (724) 349-4509 or toll free 1-800-442-8016.
Spend a fun evening with us!
The Indiana Social Center, 1001 Oak Street, Indiana, offers evening hours Monday for those persons 55 years of age and older. Featured Monday Evenings, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. is cards, crafts, computer class, billiards, music, games and socialization. Dinner and a 50/50 drawing is at 6 p.m. Plan to come and spend the evening with us and have dinner, meet some new friends and have a good time. Make your reservation Friday before noon by calling 724-349-4500 or 1-800-442-8016, or call the center at 724-465-2697.
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Do you have spare time and like to help other people?
Aging Services is looking for VOLUNTEERS for their long-term care Ombudsman Program. Volunteers receive free training so they may act as advocates on behalf of residents of homes, providing information, education and offer other valuable assistance.
If you have spare time and like to help other people, contact Aging Services at 724-349-4518 or 1-800-442-8016 and ask for Charlotte or Tina. Help make a difference in someone's life! Call 724-349-4518 or 1-800-442-8016 today.
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