LAKELAND SENIORS
Joe Mingin, President
Meetings are held at the John Carno Recreation Center, Lakeland, on the 2nd Wednesday
of each month at 6:30 pm.
Members must be 50 years of age.
GEDDES SENIORS
Addie Silvia, President
Meetings are held at Robinson Memorial Church, Westvale, on the 4th Thursday
of each month at 7 pm.
Members must be 55 years of age.
SOLVAY SENIORS
Rita Briggman, President
Meetings are held at the Solvay Geddes Community Youth Center, Solvay, on the 2nd & 4th Thursday
of each month at 7 pm.
Members must be 55 years of age & a Solvay resident.
For additional information in regards to these organizations, please contact the Recreation Department.
SENIOR PROGRAMS
SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM–
Peace Luncheon Tuesdays at 12pm at John Carno Center. $3.50 suggested donation. Call 315-487-8238 for updates and information.
SENIOR CITIZENS “SPRING” LUNCHEON/CARD PARTY
AARP 55 DRIVE & ALIVE DRIVER SAFETY CLASSES
SENIOR CITIZENS “FALL” LUNCHEON/CARD PARTY
RESOURCES FOR SENIORS
Dementia and Driving
Dementia and driving can be complicated. Obviously as the condition worsens, those with dementia will have to stop driving. Below is a guide that detailed the laws behind dementia and driving, what are signs of unsafe driving, how to talk to a person about quitting driving, and how a person with dementia can still maintain some independence. Check it out:
Dementia and Driving – wvpersonalinjury.com/dementia-and-driving/
Resources for Dementia
50 Essential Dementia Resources for Caregivers | Senior Lifestyle
Seniors Guide to Cancer
Older adults are learning more about cancers and other health risks that might affect them. Age is the most significant risk factor for developing cancer.
People 65 and older comprise 60% of all cancer patients. To raise awareness, below is the Seniors Guide to Cancer that covers topics like wellness tips, the importance of seeing a doctor, and preventive measures:
https://www.asbestos.com/cancer/senior-cancer-guide/
Since seniors make up around 80% of those diagnosed with mesothelioma and it takes anywhere from 20-50 years after exposure to occur, below is a great guide for mesothelioma as well:
https://www.asbestos.com/mesothelioma/pleural/
https://www.asbestos.com/mesothelioma/diagnosis/