The Belt and Beyond I May 18th, 2017

20 YOUNG AT HEART
Continuing the
Tradition of
Excellence
James B. Gaffney
Funeral Home
Curtis L. Parsons,
Supervisor
610-863-6152
200 South Robinson Avenue,
Pen Argyl, PA 18072
591 N. Nottle Ave. Pen Argyl, PA
Phone: 610-863-5432
Call: 610-390-9875
www.kindheartedhands.com
SERVICES OFFERED
Companionship • Respite Care • Meal Preparation
Cleaning • Grocery Shopping and more
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Gaffney Parsons
FAMILY FUNERAL HOMES
www.gaffneyparsons.com
Gaffney Parsons
Funeral Home &
Cremation Services, Inc.
Kelly Gaffney Parsons,
Supervisor
610-588-2128
4 Lillian Lane
(Village of Johnsonville),
Bangor, PA 18013
Keeping You in Your Home
With Independence & Dignity
Providing Non-Medical Care for Seniors,
New Mother's and those with Special Needs
TRADITIONAL,
MEMORIAL,
CREMATION AND
PRENEED SERVICES
James B. Gaffney
Funeral Home
Donna L. Gaffney,
Supervisor
610-588-4522
314 South First Street,
Bangor, PA 18013
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We offer a few hours a day or 24/7 days a week if needed
AARP Driver Safety Program
Formerly, “55-Alive”, the new SMART DRIVER 4 and 8 hour classroom
refresher / defensive driving course is designed for qualified drivers
50 and older. There are no tests and membership in the AARP is not
necessary. All automobile insurance companies doing business in
Pennsylvania are required by state law to give a minimum discount of
5% to all qualified policy holders age 55 and over who take the course.
Be sure to first check with your insurance agent or company to make
sure you qualify to receive a discount.
All classes are taught by trained, unpaid volunteer instructors. The 8
hour class is given in a two day period in two four-hour sessions, and is
required for first timers. The one day 4-hour class is only open to those
who provide evidence of taking a class during the last 36 months. A
$20 fee ($15 for AARP members) is charged for either class. Class size
is limited, so advance reservations are advised to assure placement in
class. Those completing the course will be issued a certificate which
is valid for three years. Call the phone number below for reservations
and directions to the class of your choice. Please bring your driver’s
license and a pen to class. AARP members need their AARP membership
number at class time, to be charged the $15 fee. Checks are accepted.
June 13th at 1:15pm: 4-hour refresher course at East Stroudsburg:
Loder Senior Center phone 570-420-3745
June 24th at 1pm: 4-hour refresher course at East Stroudsburg: Spring
Village at the Poconos phone 570-426-4000
Giving to the Next
Generation
(Family Features)
From self-expression to
self-direction, there are
countless ways to age out
loud. Some of the most
rewarding ways for older
adults involve passing
on experiences, wisdom,
and skills to others.
Everyone has something to share, and these ideas from the
Administration of Community Living can help you get started.
Mentor. Use professional or personal experiences to guide a child,
young adult or peer. Example: Visit Senior Corps at nationalservice.gov
to learn about becoming a foster grandparent.
Volunteer. Put skills to use while giving back to your community.
Example: Sign up to collect food or clothing donations, serve meals at a
local soup kitchen or help older adults with daily tasks at home, such as
paying bills.
Teach. Impart expertise via formal or informal education and tutoring
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opportunities. Example: Check with local schools that may need reading,
math or science tutors.
Speak. Sign up for speaking engagements, paid or unpaid, as well as
storytelling events. Example: Open-mic events, often at theaters and
libraries, welcome speakers of all ages.
Engage. Visit a senior center or organize a gathering focused on
connecting with others. Example: Book clubs attract participants of all
ages and encourage the exchange of ideas.
Write. Pen an article, op-ed or even a book to communicate wisdom
and lessons learned. Example: Start with something you know the most
about, such as a career, hobby or historical event, and submit a column
to your local newspaper.
Create. Pick a medium and use art to express yourself and share your
perspective. Example: Paint, draw, sculpt, play music, dance, make
crafts - whatever suits you.
These ideas and many others can help amplify the voices of older
Americans and raise awareness of vital aging issues in communities
across the nation. Find more ideas at oam.ACL.gov.
Source: Administration for Community Living
Keep these friends in
YOUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
Pray For Our Nation,
Martha Fonte, Lucas Fox & Tina Due
If you would like to add a name of a loved one, friend or neighbor to
the prayer list please send their name to:
The Belt and Beyond P. O. Box 33 Bangor PA. 18013
Attn: Prayer list or email us at thebeltandbeyond@gmail.com
Subject: Prayer List
HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY