Submitted by Melissa Shaw, SNI AOA Outreach Coordinator
AOA Elders Resource Fair
Tuesday, June 21st, 11am-2pm
Seneca Fire Hall – 12879 Route 438, Irving, NY
Valuable Information and Resources for Elders & Caregivers:
Medicare, Healthy Living, Legal, Financial, SNI and Government Resources
• Free Weidner’s Chicken BBQ & Azalia’s Juices.
• Awesome Giveaways.
• Tons of Free Raffle Prizes.
• Free Chair Massages.
• Free Gift for first 50 Elders.
• For Elders age 60 & up and their caregivers.
For more information, please call Melissa Shaw at (716)532-5777.
Wear Purple June 15th – For Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Elders are an important part of our community. They are our wisdom keepers and first teachers. Elders deserve our respect and protection. Sadly, elder abuse most often occurs at home and by family members or caregivers. Most cases of elder abuse are undetected, under-reported, and unresolved.
On June 15th, show that you care by wearing purple. Help raise awareness of this important and often overlooked issue. Reach out to elders in your life. Show that you cherish and appreciate them.
If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, neglect, or exploitation – please reach out for help:
• In cases of immediate danger call 911.
• To report abuse or neglect at home: Call NYS Adult Protective Services (844) 697-3505
• To report nursing home abuse or neglect: Call NYS Long-term Care Ombudsman Program (855) 582-6769
• Seneca Nation Crime Victim Services: (716) 532-8339 or email sncvservices@sni.org
• 24/7 Victim Services Hotline: (716) 532-8185
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We will cherish the elders.
Eat Healthy, Be Active Workshops at SNI AOA Elder Centers
What is it?
A 3-week nutrition series where participants learn the skills needed to make healthy eating part of their lifestyle.
What will I learn?
• Healthy Eating Patterns that reduce the risk of chronic disease and obesity.
• Reading your food packages
• Making quick and healthy meals
• Eating healthy on a budget
• Cooking for a 1-2 person house
Who should attend?
Residents of Chautauqua, Cattaraugus and Allegany County or the Seneca Nation territories who are 60 years of age or older, and their families.
Seneca Allegany Elders Center Workshops- 3644 Administrative Drive, Salamanca, NY
• Wednesday, June 1st at 2pm
• Wednesday, June 8th at 2pm
• Wednesday, June 22nd at 2pm
Wini Kettle Senior Center Workshops- 26 Thomas Indian School Drive, Irving, NY
• Tuesday, July 5th at 1:30pm
• Tuesday, July 12th at 1:30pm
• Tuesday, July 19th at 1:30pm
• Tuesday, July 26th at 1:30pm
