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Ombudsman for Long Term Care
  
Invites You...  
to a
Meet and Greet
for Interested Volunteers
  
Please join us for a special reception to learn about volunteering in the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program and to meet the Ombudsman team.
  
AOA's Ombudsman program is the ONLY agency uniquely focused on the rights, human dignity, quality of life, safety and welfare of the elder resident.  Our staff and certified volunteers advocate for the residents, investigate concerns, and educate staff and families about the residents' rights.  Certified Ombudsman Volunteers are advocates who provide the crucial on-the-ground link to thousands of long term care residents; who bring our mission into a daily reality for residents across Monterey County.
  
Thursday, July 11, 2013
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 
Alliance on Aging
247 Main St.
Salinas 93901
  
RSVP to Becky Mann at 831.655.7563
   
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 Farmers' Market Coupons
 

Beginning TODAY - a limited supply of coupon booklets are available for eligible seniors.  These vouchers will make it possible for low income seniors to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from farmers' markets throughout Monterey County. 

 

click here to see eligibility requirements and the schedule of distribution sites

  

Are you a good listener looking for
a way to help others? 
  
Many seniors are anxious or depressed, experiencing grief or loss, or are facing declining health.  You can provide emotional support for these vulnerable members of our community by volunteering as a Senior Peer Counselor with the Alliance on Aging.  If you would enjoy the challenge of being trained as a counselor and are a compassionate listener, you might consider joining our program.  Our clients speak both English and Spanish so bilingual speakers are encouraged to inquire.
  
Stay tuned to @aoa as training is scheduled to begin in September.  For additional information contact Sheryl, Zika, PhD at 831.646.4921 or Zulema Gonzalez, MSW at 831.646.4931.
 
Senior Peer Counseling presents:
Film Strip
"Aging at The Movies"
in Pacific Grove

 

According to 50's era movie star, Bette Davis, "Old age ain't for sissies!"  Join us at the Sally Griffin Active Living Center as we watch and discuss how successfully the issues of aging are addressed by characters in film.  This six week series will feature a different film each week and is completely free!

 

click here for full film listing, dates/times and location information

  

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2013
Take a Stand Against Elder Abuse
  
With the rising number of senior citizens it is more important than ever that we educate ourselves about elder abuse.  June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD).  This annual event is meant to provide an opportunity for communities around the world to promote a better understanding of abuse and neglect of older persons by raising awareness. Educate yourself today about what elder abuse is and what you can do to help prevent it.
  
Click here to learn about the different kinds of abuse and neglect, the warning signs to look for and what to do if you suspect someone you know is a victim.
  
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 It's Membership Time!

 

 We are very excited to introduce our new AOA Discount Coupon Booklet, which contains discounts to local restaurants and entertainment as well as retail stores and services.  The "Book" is our gift to those who make a membership contribution of $100 or more. Membership at the basic level of $35 includes a list of useful resources for Monterey County seniors.  By becoming a member of AOA, you help to ensure that services such as peer counseling, ombudsman for long term care, and income tax preparation will continue to be available to seniors throughout the county.  

 

 

If you do not receive your letter within the next few weeks, please contact 

Christine Lawson

 

From Monterey call 831.655.1334 or from the Salinas Valley 831.758.4011. 

  

 

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