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P CA’s “50 Years of Aging with You!” Celebration Presented by Independence Blue Cross September 14, 2023

Years of aging with you!

BAYADA Home Health Aide Vida O. with her client Virginia S.

Congratulations to the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) on 50 years of exceptional service to Philadelphia’s seniors.

BAYADA Home Health Care is honored to be a proud partner of the PCA since 1976.

A Message From P CA’s Leadership “50 Years of Aging with You” reflects a golden legacy. Five decades of service to older Philadelphians and adults with disabilities; more than 200 collaborations with likeminded organizations across Pennsylvania; over 30 person-centered programs tailored to the genuine needs of PCA consumers, all implemented by a cumulative roster of 3500 dedicated human services professionals employed by PCA since its inception. It means 3 million callers provided with information, assistance and referrals; 43 million nutritious meals distributed to those who are food insecure. It’s 1 million older Philadelphians assisted with Medicare counseling to help them navigate the system; 50,000 reports of elder abuse investigated by our protective services unit; 28,000 homes improved due to critical modifications and repairs being completed, and 28 senior centers or satellite meal locations across the city providing refuge and community for an hour, or the day. It means these things and so much more!

As PCA approaches our actual anniversary date of December 3, 2023, let us all take tremendous pride in our accomplishments, not the least of which is the Rodney D.Williams Philadelphia Fund for Seniors. Renamed for PCA’s first President and CEO, this fund supports the vital, basic services PCA provides to help older adults maintain their maximum levels of health and productivity, and to age in place in the community. This is why we are here this evening. To celebrate and appreciate five decades of colleagues, advisory councils, board members, collaborators, partners, supporters and consumers who helped bring us to this point in our journey.

This is what “50 Years of Aging with You” looks like, and still the promise of a very bright future. We ask that you continue to stay connected and engaged as PCA commits to even more in the next 50.

Best wishes and thank you, President and CEO

P CA Board & Advisory Council

Angela ForeshawRouse, Secretary

Louis G. Colbert, Treasurer

Lynn Fields Harris

Katherine E. Galluzzi, DO, FACOFP

Paul Nathanson

John Whitman

Eloise N.Young

Emeritus: Arthur E. Helfand, D.P.M.

Jacqueline S. Zinn,

Satya B.Verma,

Glenn D. Bryan,

OD, Chair

Vice Chair

Louis A. Bove, Esq.

Nora Dowd Eisenhower, Esq.

Sandra McNally

Ph.D.

ADVISORY COUNCIL Sandra McNally, Chair

Nida Imperial

Carl W. Bailey

Frederick Lewis

Joseph J. DiMeo Jr.

David Nevison

Teresa Elliott

Vera Tolbert

Florence Gallagher

Linda Tyler Heshie Zinman

Rodney D. Williams Philadelphia Fund for Seniors Philadelphia has among the highest proportion of older adults living in poverty of any of the 10 largest cities in the U.S. Approximately 135,814 (43%) of older Philadelphians (60+) live at less than 200% of the federal poverty level.

In 2014, Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) established the Philadelphia Fund for Seniors to supplement public funding that had not kept pace with the growing needs of older Philadelphians. Following the passing of Rodney D. Williams, PCA’s first president and CEO, in 2020, the fund was renamed in his honor to highlight Rodney’s legacy as an advocate for older adults and their needs, and to continue the work he began nearly 50 years ago.

Each gift to the Rodney D. Williams Philadelphia Fund for Seniors helps to support PCA’s mission of improving the quality of life for older Philadelphians and adults with disabilities living in Philadelphia by providing them with assistance to achieve their maximum level of health, independence and productivity. Contributions to the fund help PCA to provide a number of supports to those in need.

TO MAKE A DONATION TO THE RODNEY D. WILLIAMS PHILADELPHIA FUND FOR SENIORS Development Office – 215-765-9000, ext. 5053 teresa.heavens@pcacares.org or visit pcacares.org/donate

Philadelphia Media Legends Lisa Thomas-Laury and Vernon Odom

With a career spanning over three decades, retired, Emmy award-winning journalist Lisa Thomas-Laury is recognized for her groundbreaking work as the first African American female anchor in the Philadelphia market. In fact, in 1978, she became the youngest news anchor in Philadelphia when she began working at ABC affiliate, WPVI-Channel 6, as a reporter and co-anchor of Action News at noon. Considered a local hero, Thomas-Laury also authored a book that chronicled her life, titled, “On Camera and Off.” It was conceived to provide hope and motivation to others suffering from chronic illnesses to encourage them to live their best lives and to help them navigate our nation’s challenging health care system.

Vernon Odom can still be considered the “voice” of Philadelphia. His 40-year journalism career placed him right in the middle of our country’s most turbulent times. He was radio broadcasting in Atlanta when Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated. He covered the civil rights movement in the south and every presidential campaign from Ford to Obama. In his retirement, Odom remains committed to the Philadelphia community.

Enjoy the musical vibe of Glenn Bryan & Friends

Group members from left to right are: Lee Patterson on bass, Jordan Damiani on guitar, Anessa Larae on vocals, Glenn Bryan on keyboards, Ricardo Morales on percussion, Robert Landum on saxophone, and Kevin James on drums.

While taking in the fantastic skyline view and indulging in the delectable food and refreshing cocktails, we hope you enjoy the incredible sounds of this year’s entertainment. The true highlight of the night will be the Latininfluenced jazz music provided by Glenn Bryan & Friends. PCA Board Vice Chair Glenn Bryan is a classically trained keyboardist and a former PCA staffer. Steadfast in his commitment to the city of brotherly love, Bryan now serves as the University of Pennsylvania’s Assistant Vice President of Community Relations of the Office of Government and Community Affairs.

Thank You to Our Generous Supporters Presenting Sponsor

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Independence Blue Cross

Dunleavy & Associates ePlus Technology, Inc. James Branch Cleaning Services Lyquix Michael Beaumont General Contractor Pann Asian Senior Services Wojdak Government Services

Gold Icare Home Health LLC. Highmark Wholecare Mendoza Group The Nutrition Group

Silver Always Best Care Senior Services A-Team Home Care Eden Home Care In memory of Jack Belitsky Holly Lange NewCourtland Peter & Jennifer Paradiso Trinity Health PACE Willis Towers Watson

Sapphire AARP InnovAge Innovations Home Care Inc. Jefferson Health Plans Laredo Mechanical PCOM Geriatrics & Palliative Care Philadelphia Foundation Philadelphia Phillies

Bronze Ardmore Toyota Cardinal USA Fuel Oil Cobra Electric Law Offices of Debra G. Speyer, Esq. Loving Care Senior Services Main Line Health Najja R. Orr, MDA, DBA Salus University SquareOne Telesystems The Labov Plumbing & Heating Supply, Inc. Thurston Charitable Foundation True Care Home Care UPMC Health Plan

Thank You to Our Generous Supporters Supporters Betty Jo Robinson Bodell Bove, LLC Center for Advocacy for the Rights and Interests of Elders (CARIE) Center in the Park Collaborative Consulting Commonwealth Consultants Inc. David & Linda Guendelsberger David Nevison Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging (COSA) Drexel University College of Nursing and Health Professions Eloise Young Emerald Business Supply Grant Thornton Home Instead Jack Edmonson Plumbing Jean Hemphill Joel TeBeest John Whitman Louis Colbert Mary Fallon Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company/Laury Financial Nayda Pagan-Piazza Pearl Graub Goldstein Pennsylvania Home Care, LLC.

Sandra McNally Securitas Security USA Successful Aging Temple University School of Social Work UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Pennsylvania University of Pennsylvania Office of Government and Community Affairs UUH Outreach VitaCare Home Health Agency Laura Weinbaum Willo Carey Workplace Central

PCA Alumni Ann Danish Betty Jo Robinson Constance M. Jones David Nevison Glenn Bryan Holly Lange Linda Anderson Louis Colbert Mary Mullen Neysa Clarkson Nayda Pagan-Piazza Pat Funaro Pearl Graub Goldstein Susan Klein Steve Touzell

P CA’s “50 Years of Aging with You!” Program 6:00 p.m.

Cocktail reception Silent auction Photos with Co-Grand Marshals, Lisa Thomas-Laury & Vernon Odom 6:45 p.m.

Welcome by Najja R. Orr, MBA, DBA, President and CEO PCA 50th anniversary timeline video Greeting from Satya B. Verma, OD, FAAO, DPNAP, PCA Board Chair Laura Weinbaum, COO Joel TeBeest, CFO Remarks from Presenting Sponsor Independence Blue Cross Kortney Cruz, Senior Vice President, Government Markets 7:30 p.m.

Auction bidding closes; winning bidders posted 8:00 p.m.

Event concludes

Try your luck on a bid for any of these marvelous items available through our silent auction!

•2 tickets to Eagles game in Eagles Suite w/parking [Donated by Fox29/ Mendoza] Value $3000 •A week in Ireland at your own 2-bedroom cottage in Ballyvaughan (sleeps up to 10) [Donated by Rick Considine] Value $2500

•Two-night stay at the Warwick Hotel in Philadelphia Value $400 •CasaAmigos Tequila package Value $400 •2 Tickets to The Met Philadelphia Value $400

•Stand up desk & quick monitor and keyboard [Donated by W.B. Mason] Value $1000

•House cleaning including 4 bedrooms [Donated by James Branch Cleaning Services] Value $300

•Apple iPad [Donated by ePlus Technology] Value $700

•2 tickets and day passes to “Live with Kelly & Mark” [Donated by Mendoza and WPVI TV] Value $250

•Trash removal and ½ truck basement cleanout [Donated by James Branch Cleaning Services] Value $700 •Leather Office Chair [Donated by Office Supply] Value $700 •2 tickets to Sixers game in Suite with food and drink [Donated by Mendoza and KYW TV/WPSG TV] Value $600 •Window cleaning for 30 windows – inside and out [Donated by James Branch Cleaning Services] Value $600 •$500 Apple gift card [Donated by ePlus Technology] Value $500 •2 tickets to Flyers game in Suite with food and drink [Donated by Mendoza and WCAU TV] Value $500 •Artwork from PCA’s Celebrate Arts & Aging Artist, Peter Lantos “Survivor” Value $500

•2 iHeartRadio Concert Tickets to PowerHouse on 10/27/23 [Donated by Mendoza and Power99] Value $250 •Dinner for 2 at Parc restaurant [Donated by Peter Olster/BTC Catering] Value $250 •2 tickets to Jingle Ball on 10/12/23 [Donated by Mendoza and Q102] Value $250 •4 tickets to Philadelphia Union vs.

Atlanta on 10/4/23 [Donated by Mendoza and WPHL TV] Value $120 •Avonti microwave oven [Donated by W.B. Mason] Value $100

WE SALUTE The Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) Independence Blue Cross is proud to support PCA’s “50 Years of Aging with You!” Celebration.

We recognize PCA for five decades of service and commitment to supporting older Philadelphians as they age.

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Congratulations to PCA on 50 years of ensuring that the Seniors of Philadelphia have access to all that they are entitled to and deserve.

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Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine’s Department of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine recognizes the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging for their dedication to the health and well-being of older persons in the Philadelphia region.

We applaud and embrace PCA’s mission of “enriching lives, preserving dignity.”

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P CA: Philadelphia Corporation for Aging Philadelphia Corporation for Aging’s mission is to improve the quality of life for older Philadelphians and people with disabilities and to assist them in achieving their maximum level of health, independence and productivity.

Established in 1973, PCA is a private, nonprofit organization that serves as the Area Agency on Aging for Philadelphia County. PCA contracts with more than 200 community organizations to deliver services aimed at helping older Philadelphians and adults living with disabilities in Philadelphia achieve their maximum levels of health, independence and productivity.

Through its work, PCA touches the lives of more than 140,000 individuals each year.

Years of aging with you!

Administration: 215-765-9000 | Fax: 215-765-9066 PCA Helpline: 215-765-9040 Toll free 888-482-9060 (outside Philadelphia) or 215-765-9041 (TDD)

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