Birmingham Senior News
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Alabama Gerontological Society
Alabama Gerontological Society (AGS) brings together individuals and groups who work in the area of aging who have interests in and concerns for Alabama's elderly. Call 800-201-4247 for more information.
Direct Deposit - A Safer, Easier Way to Get Your Benefits
Direct deposit is the best way to get your Social Security or SSI payment. It is safer and easier than a check, because your money goes straight to your account on your payment day. Now, signing up is easier than ever. Call Go Direct at 800-333-1795 or visit the website today!
www.GoDirect.com
Dish Network has Senior Citizens in Mind
Dish Network provides affordable satellite TV services to subscribers across the nation. For as low as $9.99/month, you can enjoy more than 100 all-digital channels, 50 HD channels, and receive a free HD DVR upgrade! Dish Network understands the diverse needs of its customer base, including the needs of senior citizens. That is why Dish Network offers an assortment of channels including the Discovery Channel, the Learning Channel, the History Channel, Fox News and more. So make the switch today, call 888-228-1018 or visit www.usdish.com/?kbid=14750 to find out how you can be a part of the Dish Network family.
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Elderhostel
Elder Hostel is a not-for-profit organization that provides exceptional learning adventures for older adults. There are over 10,000 programs in more than 100 countries that emphasize learning adventures. From history, culture, nature, music, outdoor activities, crafts, study cruises and much more - for more information call 877-426-8056 or visit the4ir website.
www.elderhostel.org
Retired Senior Volunteer Program - RSVP
RSVP Blount County - 205-625-4901
RSVP Jefferson County - 251-0296
RSVP Shelby County - 205-669-3837
RSVP Walker County - 205-221-3760
RSVP provides volunteer opportunities to seniors 55 and older to remain active and involved in their communities. Volunteers are rewarded for their time and efforts with day trips to local sites and events.
Seasoned Performers
205-978-5095
The Seasoned Performers senior adult touring theatre offers original one-act plays and readings to retirement communities, schools, libraries, churches, and other community sites for audiences of all ages and sizes. For information on booking a performance or on participating in this volunteer program check our website or call us.
www.seasonedperformers.org
"Winter-nest" Assisted Living For Snowbirds
For many years Snowbirds have headed to Florida for warm winter vacations but as we age some of our abilities change. Up north at their summer homes, family is there to help and now Snowbird Assisted Living is there for the winter season in sunny St. Cloud Florida. Please call Noreen Jorgensen at her Snowbird Assisted Living "Winter-nest" at 518-883-4611.
www.snowbirdswinternest.com
Yellow Cab Company of Birmingham
The Yellow Cab Company of Birmingham, Alabama has handicapped accessible vans available to help anyone who needs this type of transport. At this time they charge the same rate per mile as the regular cab service. Call 205-328-4444 for more information or to request service. Please schedule pick up times 24 hours in advance.