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Serving North Fulton
including Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, Mountain Park, Roswell and Sandy Springs. We help North Fulton seniors remain independent and in their own homes by providing assistance with Meals on Wheels, light housekeeping, personal care, respite care for caregivers, and transportation to doctor's appointments and therapy sessions. We also have three vibrant senior centers. If you or someone you know is in need of services, please call the us at (770) 993-1906 for more information.
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Neighborhood Senior Center Locations
Alpharetta Center
12624 Broadwell Road
Alpharetta 30004
Roswell Center
1250 Warsaw Road
Roswell 30076
Sandy Springs Center
6500 Vernon Woods Dr.
Dorothy Benson Multipurpose Center, Bldg. C
Sandy Springs 30328
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Mark Your Calendar
for our
2013 Gala
February 16th
6:30 - 11:00 PM
at
Atlanta Athletic Club
Dining and Dancing
Cocktails
Silent and Live Auctions
Hand-Held Bidding Devices
And again this year Atlanta's own premier band Platinum will be providing music from every genre.
Individual Admission $100
Table for 10 Guests $950
To reserve a Seat or Table call 770-993-1906
or visit our website at
www.ssnorthfulton.org
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Current Gala Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Transparent Systems LLC
Silver Sponsors
Concentra
Home Care Assistance
Northside Hospital
UPS
Bronze Sponsors
Compassion Home Care
Elmcroft Senior Living
Halcyon Hospice
Humana
Hurley Elder Care Law
Platinum Senior Fitness
Southeastern Geriatric Healthcare Group |
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Our Mission
WE CARE about older adults, their quality of life, independence and continuing potential
WE BUILD programs, services and relationships to meet the needs of this growing population
WE SERVE the community by empowering seniors, assisting families and enhancing lives. |
"As one person I cannot change the world, but I can change the world of one person."
Paul Shane Spear |
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TOPS Transportation
We provide transportation
services to qualifying seniors for medical appointments. For elderly seniors and those with significant vision or other physical limitations, the service can include a 1-on-1 service feature, whereby the senior is not only transported to the appointment, but has someone stay with them to assist with note taking, paperwork and so forth. The 1-on-1 feature is currently not available for seniors who need an electric wheelchair lift.
Call our TOPS (Transportation Options Program for Seniors) Program Manager for details.
(770) 993-1906 Ext. 234
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 Low Income Heating Energy Assistance ProgramWith the cooler weather coming on, many people are already preparing for their increased heating bills. LIHEAP (Low Income Heating Energy Assistance Program) assists people with heating costs by providing a payment to the heating provider. For people over age 65 or with disabilities, early enrollment does not start until November. Open enrollment for all applicants typically begins in December. There are some changes from last year: 1. Appointments are required this year instead of 'first come - first serve' at their application centers. 2. There will be a call center, making it easier for people to get answers to questions and/or to make appointments. Fulton Atlanta Community Action Authority (FACAA) is the agency that runs the LIHEAP program. For information on required financial qualifications and where to apply, go to the FACAA website www.facaa.org. Look for information about this year's schedule and financial requirements to start showing up on their website in October. |
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Our Staff | |
Jill Baker
Dawn Cunningham
Colleen Davis
Tom Douglas
Candace Dubrof
Rosa Gangone
Sandra Hanson
Andrea Jackson
Lou Ann Kraus
Willi McDowell
Donna McKinney
Amy Miller
Pat Miller
Tanya Morris
Norma Roberts
Cela Southward
Heidi Sowder
Kenya Thorne
Natalie Wilder |
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Board Members
2012-2013
William Wideman - Chair
Sue Sharp- Vice Chair
Janis Ashkin - Secretary
Dean Hettenbach - Treasurer
John Tolbert - Asst. Treasurer
Kathleen Field
Kerri Groen
Ron Harlow
Jack Hausmann
Bonnie Sammons
Chitra Subbarayan
Kristina Washington |
 Socks Fit the Bill A toasty warm thanks to the National Charity League's Alpharetta/Roswell Chapter. Their Class of 2016 held a sock drive in September and donated 75 pairs of socks to our seniors. Just in time for the cooler weather heading our way! |
Make a Donation In Honor Of or In Memory Of Someone Special
Your gift will enable us to provide much needed support for our clients. Gifts can be made to honor or remember a friend or family member. They can also recognize a birthday, an anniversary, retirement or some other special occasion. You can make a gift online at www.ssnorthfulton.org
or by mailing your donation to Senior Services North Fulton, 490 Sun Valley Drive, Suite 202, Roswell, GA 30076. Your support goes a long way helping older adults remain independent. |
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Combined Federal Campaign
Federal employees can support Senior Services North Fulton, CFC #30561, in the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). The CFC is the largest annual workplace campaign, raising millions of dollars each year for thousands of non-profits who help so many people in need of assistance. The CFC is a wonderful way for federal workers to support older adults and their families who need Meals on Wheels, transportation, or supportive in-home services such as personal care assistance, homemaker services and respite. All CFC contributions are greatly appreciated. Thank you for your support. |
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Greetings!
Volunteers are the heart and soul of most nonprofits, and this is especially true for Senior Services North Fulton. We had the opportunity to say thank you at our annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon in September. Our dedicated Meals on Wheels drivers, senior center instructors, friendly visitors, office helpers, board members and other supporters enjoyed good food and camaraderie as we honored their service to the older adults in North Fulton. We can not do what we do without our wonderful volunteers. This newsletter is full of stories of corporate and community partners reaching out to assist Senior Services and our clients. We care, and we know you do too.
So, it is no coincidence that the theme of our 2013 fundraiser is Heart & Soul. We hope you will join us as we celebrate the lives of seniors and those who assist seniors in North Fulton. Please save the date, February 16, 2013. Details to follow.
Sincerely,
Carrie Bellware, Executive Director |
Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon Held September 13th
This past year, volunteers donated 23,000 hours assisting seniors at home and at the senior  centers. Our annual volunteer luncheon is one way we show how much we appreciate their commitment to our mission.
We were delighted to receive this response to the event. "Thank you so much! The fellowship and meeting a lot of people with the same mindset was great. Love you all so much - you've done so much for me!"
Chambrel Roswell graciously played host to 100 of our wonderful volunteers while local musician, Debra Hughes, entertained volunteers with voice and piano pieces. Many thanks to Car Spa in Roswell, Quik Trip, Chambrel and Board Member, Bonnie Sammons, for donating door prizes. |
Tea, Talk & Training Fall Sessions 
Our Fall Volunteer Training Sessions will be held at the Roswell Senior Center located @ 1250 Warsaw Road in Roswell. In order to realize our goal for all volunteers to attend one training session each calendar year, we are offering two opportunities in October for those who were unable to attend the April session. A session will be held on Saturday, October 6th from 10am-12pm and Thursday, October 18th from 6-8pm. Important information will be shared by our meal provider and program updates will be shared by our staff. Refreshments and door prizes will be included. Please RSVP with the session date you plan to attend to Heidi at hsowder@ssnorthfulton.org . We look forward to seeing you! |
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HP Brings Hi-Tech to Roswell Senior Center 
Thank you to Hewlett-Packard for completely renovating the computer lab at the Roswell Senior Center, equipping it with state of the art computers, new furniture and beautiful artwork. It was clearly a labor of love. The donation of three new HP workstations had an immediate impact on our Roswell Center seniors. 
Participant Winnie Trewick says it all: "I am especially grateful for the help in communicating with my medical providers, insurance company and my church. All of these  organizations are going paperless and I will need to access my records that are computerized. I cannot tell you how we thank Hewlett-Packard for making these computers available to us.
Thank you for equipping us with these skills we most badly need in this modern age".
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 Alone and In Need
A woman with no family lives alone.
On the very day her doctor told her she needed a hip replacement; she fell and broke her left wrist and leg. The broken leg now has three pins and a rod inserted.
A friend from out-of-state came to stay with her for a short time, but soon she would be on her own with only the help of neighbors. Fortunately, before the friend returned home, we were able to start Meals on Wheels and schedule Homemaker and Personal Care services.
After a month of service, she was raving about the care and was more than ready for her early discharge from home rehab. She reported to our supervisor that she could not have done it without our help. Even with everything she was facing, she said, "I love you baby", thanking Senior Services again for the assistance. And how did this woman even get to Senior Services in the first place? A neighbor's husband received our services and encouraged her to call. She knew first hand that we could help. It's what we do.
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UPS Delivers Fall Updates to Sandy Springs Senior Center 
UPS staff returned to the Sandy Springs Senior Center for a second year of volunteer service.
They freshened up the front garden, finished reupholstering all of the community room chairs and even called Bingo.
Thank you UPS for supporting the seniors in your neighborhood. We appreciate you!
 
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 Living with Dementia,
Moving to Georgia
By Miles P. Hurley, J.D., CELA*
www.hurleyeclaw.com
I moved to Atlanta for a new job twenty-two years ago. My family and I own a home and the kids are in high school. We go back home to New Jersey about three times a year to check in on Mom. Ten months ago she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. She no longer feels safe living alone, and I worry about her constantly. I feel bad that she has to move to Georgia and leave her home, but I can't quit my job to move to New Jersey. She's agreed to move to Georgia to be closer to us. What do we need to have in place?
Seniors make the decision to move for a variety of reasons. Maybe the cost of living is better in another place, or perhaps the lure of a more favorable climate is too irresistible. Many times, however, a move is intended to bring an aging loved one and a willing family caregiver closer together. This is especially common when someone is living with dementia. So, what do new residents of Georgia, living with dementia, need to do?
Read more...
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 Angel Tree Holiday Gift Program
The holidays can be a difficult time for older adults who are alone, sick or homebound. Our annual holiday gift program helps brighten the holidays for our clients. Dedicated volunteers are currently contacting clients to gather wishes. Others will sponsor seniors and deliver gifts to them in December. If you would like to volunteer to assist with Angel Tree, please contact Heidi at hsowder@ssnorthfulton.org . |
 American Parkinson Disease Association Senior Services North Fulton has been awarded a grant from the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA). We are proud to partner with APDA and support their mission to ease the burden - find the cure for those living with Parkinson's disease. |
 Medicare Open EnrollmentOctober 15th - December 7th
During this time you can:
- Make changes to your Medicare Part D or Medicare Advantage Plan
- Change from Original Medicare to a Medicare Advantage Plan
- Change from a Medicare Advantage Plan back to Original Medicare
This is also a good time to review your coverage:
- Has your plan has changed?
- Have your needs changed?
- Is your plan still the best fit for the best price?
For more information call Medicare at 1-800-Medicare or visit their website https://www.medicare.gov/find-a-plan/questions/home.aspx .
Also, Georgia Cares at 1-800-669-8387 is part of Georgia's State Health Insurance Assistance Program. They provide counseling and information about Medicare, Medicaid, prescription assistance, long-term care insurance and other health insurance related issues. |
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 Chambrel Fall Health Fair & Festival
Proceeds to Benefit Senior Services North Fulton's Meals on Wheels Program
When? Saturday, October 20, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Bring the whole family. Enjoy kids' activities, health screenings, wellness classes and beautiful fall flowers! Chambrel's signature apple pies will also be available for purchase, with $5 going to Senior Services for each pie purchased. Proceeds will benefit Senior Services North Fulton's Meals on Wheels program.
Pies can be pre-ordered up until the 18th. If you can't make it to the event on the 20th, you can still donate to Meals on Wheels with a check payable to Senior Services North Fulton. Just drop it in the mail to 490 Sun Valley Drive, Suite 202, Roswell, GA 30076. For reservations and more info call by October 18th @ 770-594-4600.
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 Labor Day Holiday MealsOn September 3rd, volunteers from St. Ann's Catholic Church, Christ United Methodist, Mt. Pisgah United Methodist and Alpharetta United Methodist visited and delivered a holiday meal to our seniors in Roswell, Alpharetta and Sandy Springs. This long lived partnership with Senior Services is greatly appreciated and a meaningful way for individuals and families to connect with seniors in the north Fulton community. |
 Strategic Planning Gets Jump Start
Board members and staff have been busy planning for the future and ever growing needs of our senior population. We are grateful to the Community Foundation of Greater Atlanta for the Nonprofit Toolbox grant. This grant is supporting our strategic planning process. Pride Philanthropy is working with the Board and staff on this important initiative. We'd like to also thank the community for responding to a recent survey from Senior Services North Fulton. It really does take input from all of us as we prepare for the increasing number of older adults that need assistance, helping them to remain as independent as possible. |
 Aging Services Network Meeting
Thursday, November 1, 2012
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location/Hosted By
Arbor Terrace of East Cobb
886 Johnson Ferry Road
Marietta, GA 30068
678-685-8763
Speaker:
Ed Lawrence
Topic:
Holiday Blues
Thank you to everyone who has renewed their membership, or joined for the first time this year. We hope you are enjoying the opportunity to network with your peers and/or showcase your community.
Membership dues are $35 for the year, payable online at www.ssnorthfulton.org using our donate button, or by check mailed to our office (payable to Senior Services North Fulton).
Membership dues will allow up to 4 individuals from your organization to attend the meetings. Upon payment we will mail you a membership card. A quick show of your card will serve as your ticket for entry to ASN meetings. So, please be sure to include your mailing address to receive your membership card.
Senior Services is a non-profit agency committed to assisting seniors in need. Your dues will be used to support emergency client situations that might arise during the year, including food, prescriptions, medical supplies and equipment, home repairs, moving expenses, etc.
We appreciate your support and membership in the Aging Services Network. We look forward to seeing you on November 1st!
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