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Local Wellness Workshops and Health Fairs from Pathways to SmartCare
From Health & Wellness Fairs to Lunch & Learns to Mobile Health Screening and Farm to Table, pathways to SmartCare has events, workshops and wellness programs for consumers and corporate wellness solutions.
Learn more at Pathways to SmartCare

Pennsylvania Department of Aging New Online Discussions funded by Pennsylvania Department of Aging
Research shows that when hard decisions need to be made, patients and their loved ones have an easier time if they have discussed their wishes and values ahead of time. The new Take Charge of Your Life website is Funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging and produced by the Take Charge Partnership. The website features 12 online one-minute videos to encourage end-of-life planning and discussions and free discussion and user guides.
www.takechargeofyourlife.org

Pittsburgh Public Market in the Strip
Pittsburgh Produce Terminal on Smallman Street
Location: Near the intersection of 17th Street and Smallman Street
(address is 2100 Smallman Street but we’re closer to 17th Street)
Imagine fresh fruits and vegetables from nearby farms, along with meat, eggs and dairy products, fresh-from-the-oven baked goods, ethnic foods, wine, and dozens more specialty food items from local producers. The Public Market is filled with dozens of year-round merchants, complemented by seasonal merchants bringing the freshest of fresh produce to serve your shopping needs. Check out the great diversity of products you’ll be able to smell, taste, look at, and bring home for dinner!
www.pittsburghpublicmarket.org

Wellness Workshops and Health Fairs from Pathways to SmartCare
From Health & Wellness Fairs to Lunch & Learns to Mobile Health Screening and Farm to Table, pathways to SmartCare has events, workshops and wellness programs for consumers and corporate wellness solutions.
Learn more at Pathways to SmartCare

AgeWell Pittsburgh
This is a collaborative program of Jewish Family & Children's Service, The Jewish Community Center and Jewish Association on Aging which offers one-stop resources that link older adults, their families, friends and caregivers to solutions for issues relating to aging. Call 412-422-0400 for more information.

Allegheny Access to Benefits Coalition - ABC
This local non-profit coalition can help many seniors and younger people with disabilities find ways to reduce the costs of their medicines. Help is available online or in person. It is free, fast and confidential. Call 412-456-1877.
www.ConsumerHealthCoalition.org

BenefitsCheckup
The National Council of Aging created this website to help older adults to quickly identify Federal and state programs that may improve the quality of their lives. It takes 10 or 15 minutes to enter information about your financial situation into an online questionnaire. BenefitsCheckUp is completely confidential.
www.BenefitsCheckUp.org

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.org

MercyLink Referral Network
MercyLink - Pittsburgh Mercy Health System's physician and service referral network is your regional resource for timely information on health topics. Our registered nurses provide you with personal assistance and get you in touch with a primary care physician, a specialist or surgeon. Call 800-232-5660 to reach us.

Monroeville Mall Walkers
Monroeville Mall offers health conscious people of all ages who like to exercise a safe and controlled environment to walk in year round. For more information about the mall visit their website.
www.monroevillemall.com

Senior Information & Referral Service (SIRS)
Seniors Information & Referral Service (SIRS) is a free service designed to provide seniors and their caregivers with information related to care, finances, and psychosocial or legal needs. There are many programs that benefit seniors but you need to know where to find them - this program will help connect you with resources in and around the Pittsburgh area. Call 877-405-7477 for more information.

Senior Information Station at Monroeville Mall
Eastern Area Adult Services maintains a freestanding kiosk at the Monroeville Mall. The kiosk is staffed with senior professional information specialists. Call 412-247-1446 for more information.

Senior Services at Jefferson Regional Medical Center
The center coordinates month 55 Alive Drive education classes with AARP. Classes are held on various days and times including some Saturdays. Participants age 55+ may be eligible for car insurance discounts from AARP upon completion of the course. Call 412-469-7099 for more information.

St. Margaret Foundation Programs and Services for Seniors
815 Freeport Road, Pittsburgh
St. Margaret Foundation offers services to seniors and caregivers living in neighborhoods surrounding St. Margaret Hospital. Find out more about "Classic Connections" which is a free information and referral service for seniors and their families (412-784-5313) and Community Outreach Programs for Seniors (412-784-4144).

Veteran Affairs Assisted Living Program
Spouses of veterans may also be eligible for Aid and Attendance if the veteran is rated 30% or more disabled. Eligible individuals include the veteran or spouse who meets one or more of the following factors: blind or nearly blind, is a patient in nursing home due to mental or physical incapacity, has a prostheses that needs frequent adjustment, is incapable of feeding self due to the loss of upper extremity coordination or strength, is incontinent, and/or is mentally or physically unable to protect self from hazards. Call the Department of Veteran's Affairs, your local American Legion or Amber Glenn at Forest Hills at 412-244-9901 for more information.

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