Free dementia education, caregiver resources

January 3, 2020

The Alzheimer’s Association Western New York Chapter offers a number of free education programs about dementia and support services for those living with dementia and caregivers all across the region and has a program scheduled in Chautauqua County in January. Learn more about the differences between Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, symptoms of cognitive impairment and more at Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia. The class will be presented at 6:00 p.m. in the Anderson-Lee Library at 43 Main Street in Silver Creek on Thursday, Jan. 30. “This program ...

Senior news

January 3, 2020

Brocton Portland Seniors Brocton Portland Seniors met at the Brocton Legion on Tuesday, Dec. 17. Tom DeJoe opened the meeting for 44 members and two guests, Santa Claus and Lucy Hurley’s Christmas music. Pastor Clara Wilder gave a prayer of thanks after George Travis led the Pledge of Allegiance. Christmas Committee members Rita Bennett, Carm Johnson, Liz Stahlman and Shirley Wolnik had the tables set with Christmas table cloths, place settings, Santa napkins, candy canes and real tree centerpieces. Beulah Williams’ handmade felt Christmas ornaments were so clever. Luncheon from ...

Helen Merrill to turn 100

December 27, 2019

A life-long Chautauqua County resident, Helen Merrill will be 100 years old Dec. 30. The only daughter of Lawrence and Eva Rogalski, Helen married Jenness M Merrill November 26, 1938, at St Joseph’s Catholic Church in Fredonia. A widow for almost 50 years, Helen has three children: ...

Senior news

December 27, 2019

Collins 50 Plus Seniors Activities for Dec. 29 to January 4. Sunday, Dec. 29 to Wednesday Jan. 1 — Collins 50 Plus Senior Programs closed. Programs resume on Jan. 2. Thursday — 1/2 Yoga, L.K. Painter Center gym, 10 a.m. Friday — 1/3 Percussion and Exercise with Kim, 9 a.m. $ ¯ Exercises with Pat, 10 a.m. Painter Center gym. ¯ Movie day — 1 p.m. at the Collins Library. This month’s film is an animated adventure/drama starring James Earl Jones & Seth Rogen. Popcorn will be served. In case of inclement weather check Channel 2 News for L.K. Painter Center/50 Plus ...

Senior news

December 20, 2019

Dunkirk Senior Center Tai Chi will return Tuesday, Jan. 7 from 3:30 to 4. There are only five seats remaining for a trip to delLago on Sunday, Jan. 19. See flyer. Dues for 2020 must be paid in order to sign up for this trip. Our sunshine committee will be visiting former members who are ...

Senior news

December 13, 2019

Dunkirk Senior Center Tai Chi will return Tuesday, Jan. 7 from 3:30 to 4. Sign-up has begun for a trip to delLago on Sunday, Jan. 19. See flyer. Dues for 2020 must be paid in order to sign up for this trip. Our sunshine committee will be visiting former members who are homebound or living in nursing homes to offer a Merry Christmas greeting. Just a reminder, the Center will be closed for the holidays Dec. 24, 25, 31 and Jan. 1. Membership Renewal ($5 per year), dues for 2020 are now being accepted. Any present member turning 85 years of age by Jan. 31, 2020 will have dues ...