Fairbanks Daily News-Miner
Sunday, April 27, 2014
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North Star Council on Aging Fairbanks Senior Center 1424 Moore St., Fairbanks, AK 99701 452-1735, seniorcenterfairbanks.webs.com Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Providing services to nourish & enrich the lives of Alaskan Seniors since 1973
We Love Our Volunteers & Seniors! Our primary mission, as a member of the Meals on Wheels Association of America, is to help homebound seniors in our community maintain their independence and dignity by cooking and delivering nutritious meals right to their doorstep. Additional senior focused services include: • Congregate meals served in three locations: The Fairbanks Senior Center, Fairbanks Resource Agency, and the Fairbanks Native Association • Transportation services for medical needs and grocery shopping • Homemaking services for seniors who find it difficult to perform standard household chores • Health and fitness classes and activities • Recreational, educational, and leisure activities • A place for fellowship and fun In addition to regularly scheduled activities, we hold special events such as summer barbecues and holiday parties. We host senior health fairs, tax preparation assistance, and the annual Farmer’s Market coupon program. Community volunteers help by delivering meals to homebound seniors, assisting in the kitchen, helping with events and activities, and providing administrative assistance. Space at our center is excellent for volunteers who would like to share their knowledge and skills with others. Whatever your passions and interests, we can use your help. Volunteers needed for Meals on Wheels drivers, building maintenance, newly developed pet assistance and wellness checks programs, and soon to come, seasonal gardening and landscaping.
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Please come join our family. Become a member ($25 per year single/ $30 couple). If you do not have the time to volunteer, your donations are always appreciated. A donation of just $5 can provide a homebound senior with a hot meal.