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FALLS — The Falls Active Adult Center, state Route 92, Exeter Township: Feb. 22 from 10 a.m. to noon, Karel Zubris from Penn State Extension will give a class titled “Eat Smart, Move More.” Register for class at 570-388-2623. Feb. 27 and March 6: 10 a.m. to noon, Ceramic class. The project is Easter baskets: RSVP by Feb. 6. Feb. 22: 12:25 to 12:45 p.m., Blood pressure screenings; 1 p.m.: Bingo with Melissa from the Meadows. Feb. 23: February birthday celebration. Anyone wishing to join the center for a meal at noon, for a suggested donation of $2 for those 60 and over or $5.07 for anyone under 60, should RSVP to Twila (570-388-2623) by 12:30 p.m. the day before. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. It is located on state Route 92 in Exeter Township. Membership dues and card updates are due for 2018.
LUZERNE — Home Instead Senior Care, 269 W. Bennett St., will host an Alzheimer’s Family Caregiver Education Workshop from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. March 6. No charge. Refreshments served. Call 570-714-4260 to register.
LUZERNE COUNTY — The Apprise Program, sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging, is seeking volunteers to train in assisting area elders.
Volunteer counselors participate in an extensive training program and can assist with presentations at various organizations and health fairs and a variety of other tasks.
All training and materials provided. Information, contact Jamie McIntyre, 570-822-1158, ext. 2309.
LUZERNE/WYOMING COUNTIES — Volunteers 55 and older in Luzerne and Wyoming Counties are needed to visit senior adults, who would like conversation and socialization. Men and women in The Senior Peer Counseling Program (SPCP) of Community Counseling Services and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) who qualify visit weekly. After completing the screening and training, Senior Peer Counselors see individuals 60 and older in their homes. People who are enthusiastic about working with older adults are trained in basic counseling and listening skills to provide this valuable service. Both volunteers and homebound seniors are welcome. There is no charge to participate. For questions about becoming a volunteer or receiving in-home services, please contact Rhoda Tillman [email protected] or 570-552-6107.
LUZERNE/WYOMING COUNTIES — Economic/Benefits Check Up (Sponsored by National Council on Aging) helps older adults find and enroll in public and private benefits programs. They can also find an online application for Medicare’s Extra Help. Tips and other resources are available in the community to help maintain budget, save money, find work and help with financial freedom. It is simple, free and confidential and always includes the most up-to-date information. Go online at economiccheckup.org/esi-home to start the Check Up. Or call the Mature Worker Program (SCSEP), sponsored by the Area Agency on Aging for Luzerne/Wyoming Counties, at 570-822-1159 ext. 2395 and ask for Anne Kelly to schedule an appointment.
MOUNTAIN TOP — Mountain Top Social Club will meet at 1 p.m. on Feb. 27 and every second and fourth Tuesday of each month at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Route 309, Mountain Top. Trips to the Hollywood Casino will start on March 22 and will continue every fourth Thursday of each month through November. The cost is $25 per person. The price includes a $30 rebate to play and a $5 buffet voucher. The bus leaves Mountain Top at 8:15 a.m. and St. Als at 8:45 a.m. The April 17 bus trip to Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaster to see the show “Jesus” is sold out. A Bus trip for a dinner and show at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, N.J., to see “Steel Magnolias” on May 10 will leave Mountain Top at 8:15 p.m. and St. Al’s at 8:45 p.m. Cost is $82.00 per person due by April 1. For general club information, contact Janeann Lokken at 570-868-6895. For information on bus trips, contact Otto Eime at 570-407-0056.
PITTSTON — St. Joseph’s Senior Social Club will hold its traditional eighth annual St. Joseph’s Table on March 15. The buffet luncheon catered by Arcaro & Genell will be held at 1 p.m. in the parish center. The luncheon costs $15 per person and is open to friends, family and devotees of St. Joseph and the public. Reservations may be made by calling Rose Marie at 570-654-0045.
SWOYERSVILLE — The Swoyersville Senior Citizens will meet at 1 p.m. Feb. 28 at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church Social Hall with President Liz Zdanciewicz presiding. The membership will be hosted to a luncheon at social hour.
WILKES-BARRE — The St. Robert Bellarmine Seniors will hold their next meeting on Feb. 28. Trips have been announced to the Hollywood Casino on the fourth Thursday of each month and to the Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaseter on April 17. Anyone interested in the trips should call Otto Eime at 570-407-0056.
WHITE HAVEN — The White Haven Senior Citizens have announced their leaders for the new year: President Carol Lesser, 570-443-9156; Vice President Mary Falcone, 570-443-8114; Secretary Allan Harding, 570-443-8913; and Treasurer Charlene Miller, 570-443-8526. The members meet on the first and third Thursdays of each month (during the winter months of January, February and March, there will only be one meeting) at 1 p.m. at the White Haven V.F.W. The purpose of the organization is to promote a social gathering for senior citizens, provide information pertaining to the aged, encourage hobbies and interests of members and cooperate in community projects. Membership is open to area residents 50 years and older. Dues are $10 per year and are due by June 30.