Despite county crisis, Kennedy continues to remain focused on key issues pertaining to his constituents. Erie County Legislator Timothy M. Kennedy secures four outreach sites in the Second Legislative District to promote health care awareness for senior citizens. Legislator Kennedy ranks educating and caring for senior citizens as one of his top priorities.

“I came from the private sector four months ago were I worked as an Occupational Therapist in a nursing home rehabbing many senior citizens,” Kennedy said, “I understand first hand the importance of educating our seniors on maintaining and improving their health and wellness. Erie County Department of Senior Services provides the necessary resources to obtain this result.”

The Senior Services Outreach sites are scheduled as followed:

SENECA-BABCOCK COMMUNITY CENTER
1168 SENECA STREET
BUFFALO, NY. 14210
716-288-5094
MAY 4, 2005
2-4PM

TOSH COLLINS COMMUNITY CENTER
212 CAZENOVIA STREET
BUFFALO, NY. 14220
716-828-1445
MAY 17, 2005
9:30-11:30 AM

VALLEY COMMUNITY CENTER
93 LEDDY STREET
BUFFALO, NY. 14210
716-823-4707
JULY 12, 2005
1-3PM

OLD 1ST WARD COMMUNITY CENTER
62 REPUBLIC STREET
BUFFALO, NY. 14204
716-856-8613
SEPTEMBER 20, 2005
10-12AM

Erie County Department of Senior Services offers a wealth of information and resources. They connect older adults directly with needed services, or if not able to directly help, will refer them to where they can get answers. In Erie County, one out of very five residents in aged 60 or older, and individual needs range greatly; one person may be seeking a way to stay busy after retirement, another may need help with personal care such as bathing or cooking. Senior Services provides help regarding finances, health issues, activities, and much more.

The Department can help with details involved with benefits and programs such as Food Stamps, SSI, New York’s EPIC Prescription plan, HEAP, Medicaid and Medicare. Health Insurance Information Counseling and Assistance program (HIICAP) helps individuals understand choices and options available to them through Medicare and HMO plans. The Going Places Transportation van service helps seniors get to doctor appointments or therapy as well as grocery shopping or to volunteer. Case Managers will meet in the privacy of your home to assess your needs and link you to the appropriate services.

There are more than fifty Stay Fit Nutrition Sites throughout Erie County where seniors and spouses can go for a nutritious and delicious lunch, company of friends, and an opportunity to learn about nutrition, cooking, or exercise if desired. For those unable to leave the house, the Department supports Meals on Wheels home-delivered meal services. The Caregiver Resource Center helps those who care for other family members, friends or grandchildren.

“The Department of Senior Services is a tremendous asset in educating senior citizens of the 2nd Legislative District,” Kennedy said, “They are essential to informing the seniors what services are offered to them and how they can obtain those services through either my office or the department of senior services office directly.”

Senior Services funds a variety of programs especially for older adults. They collaborate with service agencies throughout the area, and know about resources available throughout the community. If you would like a comprehensive listing of community services, call Senior Services at (716) 858-8526 and they will be happy to send a free copy of their “Guide to Services for Older People in Erie County”. If you need information on any topic related to older adults or aging services, call the Erie County Department of Senior Services or visit their website: www.erie.gov/depts/seniorservices. The website provides information ranging from a list of senior centers, various housing options, how to make a home safer for an aging senior and information about the speakers bureau for address groups. Senior Services can help you if you are in need.

Legislator Tim Kennedy, who represents the 2nd District of South Buffalo, The Old 1st Ward, The Valley, Sloan, Kaisertown, Seneca-Babcock, Clinton-Bailey, South Cheektowaga and East Lovejoy, realizes the amount of seniors in his district and offers support for anyone who may need assistance. Please call his district office at 824-6180 or stop by at 1928 South Park Avenue if you need further assistance.

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