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Maryellen (Casey) Usis, a resident of the NNORC, joined the staff of Jewish Family Services as a Resource Assistant to the NNORC Program. Her career for the past 40+ years involved a variety of roles in healthcare and transportation on Long Island and the Capital Region.  Maryellen is the former Mobility Manager and ADA Coordinator at CDTA. Her broad knowledge of the community and senior needs will be an asset to our staff. We can’t wait to integrate her skills and knowledge to our program! Look for Maryellen at upcoming NNORC events.
 

Getting the Most from Medicare: Demystifying the System
Are you enrolled in Medicare but still have questions about your coverage options? Will you soon be 65 and wonder how Medicare works? NNORC is again offering a program designed to give you a better understanding of your options and obligations regarding Medicare. In this two-session workshop, we will:

  • Define Medicare Parts A & B
  • Explain what Medicare pays for and what you pay for
  • Define Medigap insurance and how it helps you
  • Discuss prescription insurance
  • Help you understand the doughnut hole
  • Discuss whether you should think about joining an Advantage Plan

Come and get accurate, unbiased information about Medicare from veteran Certified Medicare Counselor Janet Kiffney. The class is free of charge. So that participants get all of their questions answered, the class size is limited to 25 people. There will be plenty of time for questions and lots of helpful handouts.
DATES: Tuesdays, November 6 & 13
TIME: 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.
PLACE: B’Nai Sholom Reform Congregation, 420 Whitehall Rd, Albany.
RSVP: Reservations are required. Please reserve your space by calling 518-514-2023
 

 
The New York State Office on Aging recognizes the importance of seniors aging in the comfort of their own community and funds a variety of supportive services in an area referred to as the Albany NNORC.
What is a NNORC?
It’s a Neighborhood Naturally Occurring Retirement Community that has been identified as having a high number of seniors ages 60 and older. As such, an array of supportive services are available to residents in this area.
Where is the Albany NNORC:
NNORC Community Boundary Map
What services are provided?
Services include social work support (case management, home visits, and counseling); healthcare-related assistance (safety assessments and health screenings), wellness and educational programs (yoga, blood pressure awareness and fall prevention) and community engagement events (movies, day trips, cultural outings, and cooking classes).  There is also a dedicated handyman available for hire to do home projects.
Are there fees associated with these services?
Most services are free of charge. Some classes and social outings may have a fee that covers the cost of the event/food.
How can I access these services?
Just call your NNORC office at 514-2023 and speak with one of our dedicated staff members.
Become a NNORC Supporter
We encourage you to become a NNORC supporter (or to renew your membership). NNORC supporters receive discounts on programming, and your contribution reinforces the importance of continuing this vital service in our area. Print and complete the NNORC Supporter 2016 Form and return it with your check to JFS, 877 Madison Avenue, Albany 12208.
If you have questions or a suggestion to strengthen the Albany NNORC, please give us a call: 514-2023.
 
 
 


Jewish Family Services is standing with and praying for the Pittsburgh community and the families of the victims at The Tree of Life Synagogue. Our Board of Directors and staff are devasted by the unspeakable loss of eleven lives. Our hearts are with the families and the residents in the community as they mourn the loss of their neighbors and provide support to those who are injured.
JFS Interim President and CEO told the Albany Times Union, “The attack would not destroy Judaism’s principles that all Americans can embrace; “welcoming the stranger and repairing the world.”
“Those efforts are what make us good people on this Earth together,” she said.
This senseless tragedy has shaken the Albany community and our staff are available to anyone seeking support as they try to cope and make sense of this shooting. Please call us at 518-482-8856.
 
 
 

As the weather turns colder, you may worry about getting the flu or pneumonia. What is your plan to stay healthy? How does it differ from taking care of yourself in the summer? In this Winter Wellness session, we welcome back Mary Brummagyn from the Albany County Department of Health. She will discuss what you need to know to stay healthy in the winter, including staying hydrated and maintaining your safety outside. She will also update us on immunizations to handle the flu season.
DATE: Tuesday, December 11
TIME: 1:30 p.m.
PLACE: B’Nai Shalom Reform Congregation (420 Whitehall Rd, Albany).
RSVP: Please RSVP to NNORC at 518-514-2023.
 

Through gentle movements, meditation, visualization, energy and breath work, the 5,000-year-old practice of Chi-Gong can empower us to become active participants in our own physical, mental and emotional healing.
Those who practice Chi-Gong regularly report its benefits:

  • Relieves aches and pains and helps with the healing of a variety of health conditions
  • Provides gentle, quiet grounding and inner peace for those with depression, anxiety or panic attacks
  • Helps stabilizing the emotional “rollercoaster”
  • Brings relief, calm and a sense of well- being

No previous experience or special props are needed to do Chi-Gong. All physical abilities and limitations are welcome.  The practice can be done seated or with a chair for support. Wear clothing that allows for comfortable movement.
Instructor: Oded Ben-Ami is a certified Chi-Gong teacher who has throughout our area.
Join us for a six-week series:
DATE: Thursday, 12/20
TIME: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
PLACE: St. Sophia’s Greek Orthodox Church, 440 Whitehall Rd, Albany.
RSVP: Registration is required. Please call NNORC at 518-514-2023.
 
 

Join Vic Consiglio, a NNORC resident and active NNORC Residents’ Council member, as he presents an introduction to fishing local lakes, rivers, streams and ponds.  Come and learn what fishing gear is needed and how to use it—rods, reels, line, hooks, lures, etc.  If you’ve never fished before, or just need a refresher, this is a great way to join other fishermen and fisherwomen to learn more about fishing and tell a few fish tales!
Join us on Tuesday, October 16 at 1:30 p.m. at First Congregational Church (405 Quail Street, Albany).  Please RSVP to NNORC at 518-514-2023.
 

Come out for another NNORC Night at the JCC (340 Whitehall Rd., Albany) on Monday, October 29 at 4:45 p.m.  The JCC will be serving up a delicious dinner featuring barbecue chicken, along with good conversation and fun! NNORC night is always a good time to catch up with friends and make new ones.
Please call Claire Sigal at 518-438-6651 to make your reservation by 9:30 a.m. on October 29.  The suggested donation is $3. We look forward to seeing you there!
 

Be Smart, Stay Safe with a Fall Prevention Workshop
Being mobile and steady in your home or out in the neighborhood is vital to living a happy, healthy, independent life. Join us at Maria College for this fun and informational workshop on Fall Prevention.
In this workshop we will:

  • Explore ways to stay safe AND continue to be active and independent.
  • Share ideas with others about our beliefs, fears and concerns about falls.
  • Practice a sequence of exercises designed to build the strength, balance and
    flexibility important to fall prevention.

If you have already taken the three-part workshop offered last fall, this is a great refresher! Didn’t take the workshop? No worries—this “mini” version will give you tools for Fall Prevention you can use every day.
Staff and occupational therapy assistant students from NNORC and Maria College will be on hand to help you make the most of this two-hour session.
Presenters:  Scott L. Homer, MS, OTR/L, Director Occupational Therapy Assistant Program, Maria College and Judi England, RN, LMT, Kripalu Yoga Instructor, Senior Health Education Coordinator for NNORC.
DATE Wednesday, October 17
TIME 2:00-4:00 p.m.
PLACE McAuley Hall, Maria College, 308 South Manning Blvd, Albany (located on Manning Blvd. across from St. Peter’s Hospital).
Registration is Required. Please call NNORC at 518-514-2023.
 
 
 

It’s party time! Please join us for our annual Holiday Party! There will be crafts, conversation, light snacks and fun!  In the spirit of the holidays, if you enjoy baking, we invite you to bring some of your favorite cookies (along with the recipe). You don’t have to bring sweets to attend.  We look forward to seeing you there!
We will also have a NNORC Year in Review – what has worked and what hasn’t.  Let’s start planning for 2019!
DATE: Wednesday, December 19
TIME: 1:30 p.m.
PLACE: B’Nai Sholom Reform Congregation (420 Whitehall Rd, Albany)
RSVP:  Please RSVP to NNORC at 518-514-2023.

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