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Medical Center to Offer Computer Classes for Seniors Jefferson Regional Medical Center Senior Services is accepting registrations for a new series of computer classes that are designed for individuals ages 50 and up. Two-day computer classes on various topics will be held from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on specified dates at the James Bibro Pavilion on the Jefferson Regional Medical Center campus. The fee for each two-session class is $40. Class size is limited. Basic Computers 1 and 2 Sept. 21 and 28. Hands-on experience in turning a computer on and off, learning the basic functions of the mouse and keyboard, understanding search menus, scroll bars, drop down menus and more. No computer experience is required. Basic Computers 3 and 4 Oct. 3 and 10. This class applies and reviews basic skills and teaches participants how to save and find information on the Internet, and how to install new programs, create shortcuts and customize your computer to fit your specific needs. Prerequisite: Basic Computers 1 and 2 or equivalent knowledge. The Internet 1 and 2, Oct. 17 and 24. The basics of search engines and browsers and how to connect to the Internet and navigate around the World Wide Web. The second class will provide time for review and practice and teach how to download programs, search more effectively and avoid viruses. Prerequisite: Basic Computers or equivalent knowledge. E-Mail 1 and 2 Oct. 31 and Nov. 7. Participants will learn how to read, send, write, forward and reply to messages. The second class will provide time for review and teach how to set up an address book, send to multiple recipients, send attachments and more. This class will be taught using Outlook Express. Prerequisite: Basic Computers and Searching the Internet. Microsoft Publisher 1 and 2 Nov. 16 and 30. Create professional-looking brochures, personalized greeting cards, postcards, newsletters and other publications for organizations, schools, clubs and personal use. Prerequisite: Basic Computers or equivalent knowledge. Basic Digital Cameras 1 and 2 Dec. 5 and 12. Instruction will include how to take pictures, transfer photos to your computer, edit photographs and send photos to friends and relatives via the Internet. Digital cameras will be provided for use in class. Prerequisite: Basic Computers or equivalent knowledge. For more information, contact Jefferson Regional Senior Services at 412-469-7099.
Senior Activities at The Venetia Community Center As usual, the lunches will be held the second and fourth Thursday of the month. For September, the dates are Thursday September 13 and September 27. The following activities will be held: Blood pressure screening from 11:00 to 12:00 noon Lunch will be served at 12:00 noon. After lunch, a lucky person will win the 50/50 drawing. Then the entertainment will follow. On the September 13 we will be entertained by “ELIZABETH JEFFERIES” and “MARY ANN PRICE” on the piano. On September 27 our speaker will be Robin from the “BELL TONE HEARING AIDS company. This should be something we will all be interested in hearing. Don’t forget there will Bingo after the entertainment. We have some special celebrations this month: Birthdays—Barbara Cushey, and Irene Gordon. Anniversaries celebrated this month are Sam an Barbara Cushey. “CONGRATULATIONS” Hope to see you on September 13 and 27 and don’t forget to make your reservations. The phone number to call is 724-941-6956, Erma Grego.
Senior Volunteers Of Canonsburg General Hospital Honored For Hours Of Service
Recognized for their volunteer service. Canonsburg General Hospital Senior Volunteers (hours of service in parenthesis) Back Row (l to r): Vera O’Shinski (5,923), JoAnn Mikus (2,459.5), Dolly Messina (2,969.5), Kay Aquilino (3,841), Rena Patrick (743.5), Dorothy Davis (2,166), Stella Powers (1,531.5), Lucille Tomsic (2,593.5) Seated (l to r): Mary Suleski (5,617), Rose Marie Colussi (2,324.5), Edith Adler (8,047) Not shown: Betty Heron (842), Martha Holt (303), Audrey Lindsay (949), Barbara Snarey (2,929)
The Senior Volunteers of Canonsburg General Hospital were recently honored for their hours of volunteer service to the hospital. The 17 members donated a total of 1,900 hours during the past year. Since the group’s inception in 1955, the volunteers have donated 258,897 hours. Their responsibilities include delivering patient mail, selling newspapers to patients and a variety of clerical duties.
Canonsburg General Hospital Offers Course For Older Drivers Canonsburg General Hospital, in association with the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), will offer the drive safety program.The first day session will be held from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., on Saturday, September 8, in the Canonsburg General Hospital McNary Conference Center. The second session will be held the same time and location on Saturday, September 15. The fee for the course is $10, payable in advance. To register, or for more information, call 1-877-284-2000.
SilverSneakers Open House at Mon YMCA The Mon Valley YMCA located at 101 Taylor Run Road in Monongahela (just off Rt. 43) will be hosting an Open House featuring the nationally recognized SilverSneakers Fitness Program from September 10 through September 14. The open house will take place from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM each day. In Western Pennsylvania, you are eligible for the SilverSneakers if you have Highmark Security Blue, Freedom Blue or MediGapBlue. SilverSneakers Fitness Program, a product of Healthways, is the nations leading exercise program designed for older adults. Members receive a basic membership at the Mon Valley YMCA and includes use of basic amenities and access to the signature SilverSneakers class. The SilverSneakers class is designed to increase participants strength, range of movement and activity for daily living skills. For further information about the SilverSneakers program or about the Open House, please call412-483-8077.