Are YOU A Caregiver?

Senior Resources of Guilford is offering a caregiver workshop for individuals who are preparing to be or who are already the caregiver of an older adult. This workshop will talk about the Family Caregiver Support Program, planning for your future as a caregiver, and the services and support options in the community.
Light refreshments will be served.

Are You A Caregiver?
Thursday, February 16th, 2012
2:00pm—3:00pm
Martin Dixon Intergenerational Center
at Bennett College
600 Gorrell St.,
Greensboro, NC 27401

Please register by Tuesday, February 14th, 2012 by contacting Amanda May, Caregiver Support Specialist for Senior Resources of Guilford at (336) 373-4816.

FREE Workshop For Seniors With Diabetes

Living Healthy with Diabetes is a workshop that will help you take control of your diabetes rather than letting it control you!

If you have diabetes and you want to learn more about managing your disease, Living Healthy with Diabetes is for you.

By attending this FREE workshop one time per week for 6 weeks, you will learn how to:

Manage symptoms

Communicate effectively with your doctor and other health care professionals

Lessen your frustration

Fight fatigue & pain

Eat healthier & read nutrition labels

Keep your blood sugar in check

Make daily tasks easier

AND…Get more out of life!

Living Healthy With Diabetes
Sessions begin: Friday, January 27, 2012
Sessions will be held 6 consecutive Friday’s from 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
St. Stephen United Church of Christ
1000 Gorrell Street
Greensboro, NC 27406

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Space is limited. Must be age 55+.
To register, contact Tiffany Mumford at 373-4816.

How Are You Going To Pay For Long Term Care?

Anne R. Daniel, President of Medical Insurance Claims Service, will talk about the information you need to prepare for affording long-term care for yourself or for your loved ones in the future.

Monday, January 30th, 2012
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Roy B. Culler Senior Center
600 N. Hamilton St.
High Point, NC 27262

For questions, contact Amanda May, Access to Services Director (336) 883-3586 at Senior Resources of Guilford.

More Seniors Working Than Ever Before

More people older than 55 are employed than ever before, according to the latest figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The reasons for the surge of older workers are complex, experts said, but one of the primary economic forces behind it is the growing fear among older Americans that they lack the means to support their retirement needs.

Read more about how the recession is sending more seniors back to work in the Washington Post.

The Senior Community Service Employment Program is a federally funded employment program for low-income persons age 55 or older. The program provides part-time work experience in community service for up to two years, giving seniors valuable work experience as well as a supplement to their limited income. Workers are paid the State or Federal minimum wage, whichever is higher.

To learn more about the Senior Community Service Employment Program and find out how to contact your local job counselor, contact the SeniorLine at (336)333-6981 or (336)884-6981.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance 2012

VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) representatives will once again be completing federal tax returns for low-income earners (under $50,000 per year) in Guilford County at Senior Resources of Guilford’s Greensboro Senior Center this year.

Trained volunteers will be available Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., starting Monday February 6, 2011 and continuing through Friday April 13, 2011.

Participants will need to bring a copy of their previous year’s return, all financial statements pertaining to tax year 2011 and their picture ID(s). For those filing joint returns, both clients must be present at the appointment. Returns are e-filed. No paper returns will be processed. Participants will receive a copy of their completed return.

The deadline to file taxes this year is April 17th, 2012.

To schedule a tax appointment at the Greensboro Senior Center or learn about other VITA sites in Guilford County, call the SeniorLine at (336)333-6981 or (336)884-6981.

Nursing Home Resource for Senior and Caregivers

Recently, Senior Friendly became aware of a new online resources that should be of interest to seniors and their families. The website, nursinghomefamilies.com is focused on helping families understand what to expect from nursing homes and how to work with the staff to get the best possible care.

Nursing homes are a highly regulated health care system which can often lead to confusion and frustration for family members and caregivers. With the knowledge and understanding provided by the website, caregivers can make knowledgeable decisions and better understand why things are done the way they are.

One particular section, Medications of Concern, should be of interest to all seniors because it lets them know of the many adverse situations that may occur from many of the most common drugs they take.

Among the useful information on the site are articles on: Admission, Discharge & Payment, Care Planning, Families & the Nursing Home, Resident Rights, Clinical Staffing, Medications, Abuse & Restraints, Regulations & Laws and Links to Related Sites.

Are you a Guilford County resident? Do you have questions about nursing homes that you would like answered? Are you a caregiver that needs more direction? Call the SeniorLine at 336-333-6981 or 336-884-6981.

Tis the Season for Staying Safe

Senior Resources of Guilford’s Caregiver Support Program and the Greensboro Police Department are partnering to host a seminar on holiday safety for seniors and family caregivers.

The holiday season is a time when busy people can become careless and vulnerable to theft and other holiday crime. This program will encourage older adults and family caregivers to be more careful, more prepared, and more aware of their safety during the holidays.

Holiday Safety for Senior and Family Caregivers
December 15th, 2011
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Greensboro Senior Center
301 East Washington St
Greensboro NC, 27401

For questions, please contact Amanda May, Access to Services Director
at Senior Resources of Guilford (336) 373-4816.

Happy Veteran’s Day!

Courtesy of Brian Fray from the Guelph Tribune

Free Dental Clinic Returns to Guilford County

The Missions of Mercy dental clinic returns to Greensboro this weekend to serve the dental hygiene needs of low income adults in Guilford County.

The Greensboro clinic, which is moving to the coliseum this year, annually draws thousands of people with dental needs. The group’s goal is to treat 1,000 of them this weekend. The volunteer dentists, dental assistants and hygienists are setting up 72 treatment chairs.

This weekend’s stop is one of 12 in North Carolina this year and is open to anyone in the state.

Details of the dental clinic are below and be sure to check out this article published in today’s Greensboro News and Record for more background on the Missions of Mercy dental clinic and how they serve our community.

A 36-hour clinic in Charlotte recently provided care for 2,145 people, with an estimated value of $1.1 million.

What: Free dental clinic (first-come, first-served)
When: Doors open 6 a.m. Friday and Saturday.
Where: Greensboro Coliseum; expect long lines outside.
Information: 832-4899

* Picture ID required.
* Must be 18 and over with income 200 percent below federal poverty guidelines: $21,660 for singles; $29,340 for married couples; $44,100 for family of four.
* Proof of income required (such as): Guilford County Orange Card, 2010 tax return; W-2 form, 1099 form; four current pay stubs; 4506-T form if taxes not filed in 2010.
* Other income/award letters accepted: Social Security; child support; disability; unemployment; worker’s compensation; food stamps.

News & Record Spotlights One Away Campaign

Recently the News & Record spotlighted the One Away project and their efforts to get the government to reauthorize the Older Americans Act.

The Older American Act provides $1.6 billion annually for nutrition, job training and senior centers. These are the programs that often provide in-home aides, adult day care and specialized transportation.

Check out the News & Record article here.