Free Lunch and Celebration Launch on June 24th for Older Adults Age 60+ Who Opt to “Age at Home”

Free Lunch and Celebration Launch on June 24th for Older Adults Age
60+ Who Opt to “Age at Home”



Growing
older doesn’t have to mean losing independence. A new local resource, Aging
at Home­A Community Network, offers Eastern Montgomery County seniors
streamlined access to the services and support that makes remaining in their
homes a safe and comfortable option. On June 24, 2014, community members are
invited to learn more at an informational event, The Art of Living
Independently: A Celebration for Senior Adults. Attendees will be treated
to complimentary lunch and enjoy live music, prizes and more while learning
about Aging at Home-A Community Network.



 A Single Source for Coordinating Multiple Needs



The issues faced by senior adults vary.  Some issues are minor,
such as where to find a reputable lawn care service that is budget friendly.
Other issues are more complex, such as how to coordinate the nursing, personal
care and meal services that may be necessary to live independently.



If you are an older adult who desires to remain in your apartment or home, Aging
at Home-A Community Network can enhance your health and well-being by
connecting you with reliable, vetted in-home and community-based resources and
services that promote independent living.  Offerings are flexible and adaptable,
which means that as needs change, the number and intensity of services offered
under the program can support these changes.



Membership in Aging at Home-A Community Network is a free. The program
is coordinated locally by VNA-Community Services, Inc. and funded by the United
Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey.



A Vast Network of Services



From home-based services to community connections and benefits, with
one call to VNA’s Abington office, enrollees can be linked  with physical
therapists, personal assistants, doctor house call programs, home and handyman
services, fitness classes, educational and social programs, assistance with
accessing medical and social benefits, transportation services, lawyers,
financial planning and much more. Local business and restaurant discounts are
also available to participants. All service providers have been vetted.



By VNA’s estimates, over 23,000 older adults, age 60+, reside in Eastern Montgomery
County. Senior residents of Abington, Ardsley, Cheltenham, Crestmont, Elkins
Park, Glenside, Huntingdon Valley, Jenkintown, Meadowbrook, North Hills,
Roslyn, Rydal and Willow Grove are all eligible for the no-cost program. 



Join the Celebration on June 24th



The public is invited to learn more about Aging at Home-A
Community Network on June 24th and have fun too during an
informational event. The Art of Living Independently features live
music, prizes, health screenings and complimentary lunch at the Abington Art
Center. The Art of Living Independently: A Celebration for Senior Adults
will run from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Abington Art Center is located at 515
Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown, PA 19406. The Center is handicap accessible and
parking is free.



Please RSVP by June 18, 2014, by calling 215-302-9900.