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Here at the NNORC that is our focus—100%—and we’re always exploring new ways to shape that vision
into a reality.
On July 12, NNORC staff was invited to participate in the kick-off meeting for the Age Friendly Albany County initiative. The invitation described it as “a meeting of potential stakeholders who will partner with Albany County, World Health Organization, and AARP on a vital and exciting initiative to make Albany County Age Friendly for all of our workers, visitors and residents.”
Representatives from state and local government, health agencies, educational organizations, and service providers gathered at The First Unitarian Universalist Society to brainstorm how we can better pool our skills
and resources to serve seniors.
This National and International Initiative—led by AARP here in the U.S. and the World Health Organization Internationally—lists Eight Domains of Livability:

  1. Outdoor Sources and Buildings: Accessible places for people of all ages to gather indoors and out. Safe streets, green spaces, sidewalks and seating.
  2. Transportation Choices: Driving a car should not be the only option for getting around.
  3. Housing: Affordable housing options that can be designed or modified to allow safe “Aging in Place.”
  4. Social Participation: Accessible, affordable, engaging social activities.
  5. Respect and Social Inclusion: Intergenerational activities for young and old to meet and learn from one another and feel good about themselves
  6. Work and Civic Engagement: Opportunities for older individuals to work—for pay if they choose—or
    volunteer their skills in the community
  7. Communication and Information: Recognize that many methods must be utilized to disseminate information and provide contact
  8. Community and Health Services: Provide a means for all residents to receive affordable care when needed.                                                                                                       It’s easy to see that devising strategies to address these Eight Domains of Livability will make our community not only “Age-Friendly” but more importantly, will enhance livability for ALL residents of ALL ages.

Are you interested in learning basic computer skills? We have a new program for the fall! One-on-one Computer Skills Group is looking for individuals who want some extra help with their computer! We have some NNORC seniors who will be able to offer assistance with the computer. Please bring your charged device—tablet, phone or laptop (Apple or PC) if possible. 
Date: Monday, October 16, 2017
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Place: APL’s Bach Branch, 455 New Scotland Avenue, Albany
RSVP: Please call NNORC at 514-2023 to register
* An additional class will be offered Monday, November 6 at 12:00 p.m.

Last month, we bid a bittersweet farewell to longtime NNORC Residents’ Council member Joe Adler.  Joe and his wife Miriam are relocating to New Jersey to live closer to their two sons and their families.  Joe was a devoted and faithful NNORC Residents Council member through the years, frequently advocating, passionately and effectively, for our community members with disabilities and mental health issues.  Joe also played a vital role in the committee that drafted our NNORC Blueprint for the Future, a document we continue to consult as we plan programs and services for the NNORC community. All of us on the council, who have come to know Joe as a friend, will miss his gentle presence, thoughtful contributions, and playful sense of humor.
And we would absolutely be remiss if we did not mention that Joe’s “better half,” his wife Miriam, a former executive director of Jewish Family Services, was instrumental in the original NNORC application process and in getting this invaluable program off the ground.  The NNORC community owes an enormous debt of gratitude to both Adlers. Our very best wishes to Joe and Miriam in their new adventure!

Join us at Bach Library for a class on OverDrive, the “app” that lets you download books, audiobooks and movies from the library onto your reader, tablet, laptop, phone.  Please bring your fully-charged device (Kindle, tablet, laptop, smartphone).
You will need a library card to use OverDrive. (If you need a library card, please bring a photo ID and a
business mail envelope that was recently delivered to your house).
Date: Thursday, September 7, 2017
Time: 1:00 p.m
Place: Bach Library, 455 New Scotland Ave., Albany
RSVP: Please call NNROC to RSVP at 514-2023

Come out for another NNORC Night at the JCC. The JCC will be serving up a wonderful tasty dinner featuring honey chicken, along with good conversation and fun. NNORC night is always a great way to share good fellowship, break bread, catch up with friends and make new ones. There will also be a short presentation during dinner by EPIC, a senior discount prescription medication plan.
Date: Monday, October 23, 2017
Time: 4:45 p.m
Place: Albany JCC, 340 Whitehall Rd, Albany
RSVP: Please call Claire Sigal at 518-438-6651 to make your reservation. Transportation requests can be made when making your reservation. Last call for reservations is 9:30 a.m. on October 23.
Cost: The suggested donation is $5.00


The August NNORC Breakfast Club welcomes special guest, Congressman Paul Tonko. He is our local expert on state and federal issues and politics. He will share what is going on in Washington, as well as listen to the concerns of his constituents.
Congressman Tonko has represented our area in the House of Representatives since 2009. He serves on the Energy & Commerce Committee, and the Science, Space & Technology Committee. Throughout his career, he has been a champion for the working class, advancing policies that create jobs, provide economic opportunities and ensure senior citizens can retire with dignity.
NOTE:  We have a very limited number of Senior Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program check booklets remaining and will be distributing them at this August Breakfast Club.
Save Wednesday, September 12 for the next NNORC Breakfast Club when we welcome our NNORC Senior Health Education Coordinator, Judi England, RN. She will present on Hope & Resilience: How to make friends with the life we have now. 
Date: Wednesday, August 8
Time: 10:00 a.m
Place: Congregation Beth Emeth, 100 Academy Road, Albany
RSVP: Please RSVP to NNORC at 514-2023
 
 

We’re heading to the Lake, the Lake Theater at the Holiday Inn Resort in Lake George. Join us for Neil Simon’s classic comedy, “Last of the Red Hot Lovers.”
SYNOPSIS
Middle-aged, Married Barney Cashman wants to join the 1970’s sexual revolution before it’s too late so he arranges three seductions, all with hilarious yet charming
consequences for both Barney and the three women he clumsily attempts to seduce.
Lunch is included with the performance. Please choose beef medallions, baked chicken, broiled salmon or vegetarian pasta.
DATE: Thursday, August 17, 2017
TIME: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
FEE: $83 for members and $86 for non-members
RSVP: Please call NNORC by August 2nd to reserve your seat: 518-514-2023
The bus will leave from St. Sophia’s Greek Orthodox Church (440 Whitehall Rd, Albany) parking lot.
 
 
 

Put on your platforms and feather boas and join the 54 million people all around the world who have fallen in love with this story filled with ABBA’s greatest hits!  Come and experience Mamma Mia! as you never have before—in the intimate setting of Capital Rep! This tale takes place on a Greek Island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings together three men from her mother’s past.  As the mystery unravels, you’ll be laughing and rockin’ to smash hits, including Dancing Queen, S.O.S., Super Trouper, Take A Chance on Me and The Winner Takes It All.
DATE: Wednesday, July 19
TIME: 2:00 p.m.
PLACE: Capital Rep, 111 N. Pearl Street, Albany. There are several parking lots nearby.
RSVP: Please call 514-2023 to reserve a ticket for the show. Tickets are $16 per person.

The JCC will be serving up a wonderful, tasty dinner featuring pasta and meatballs, along with good conversation and fun.
DATE: Monday, June 19, 2017

TIME: 4:45 p.m
PLACE: Albany Jewish Community Center, 340 Whitehall Road, Albany, NY
RSVP: Call Claire Sigal at 438-6651. The suggested donation is $5.00. Transportation requests can be made when making your reservation. Last call for reservations is 9:30 a.m. on June 19.

If you haven’t seen this movie, don’t wait. While it’s about a jazz pianist falling for an aspiring actress in Los Angeles, some have described it as being transported into a different world. Starring Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, La La Land, a musical, was the winner of multiple Academy Awards, including Emma Stone for Best Actress.
Dinner will be catered by Sam’s Italian Restaurant.  Please choose either eggplant parmesan or chicken parmesan. Both will be served with salad, penne pasta and a dinner roll. The cost is $12 for members and $14 for non-members. The movie will begin at 3:00, followed by dinner.
DATE: Thursday, June 15, 2017
TIME: 3:00 p.m
PLACE: St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church, 440 Whitehall Road, Albany, New York, 12208
RSVP: Please call NNORC at 514-2023 to reserve a spot and to place your order for food

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