If there’s one thing you can count on each year it’s that you have to file your Federal and State income taxes! The good news is that you can also count on NNORC and AARP who are once again joining forces to help you file your 2015 taxes at no charge. We are fortunate to have the same tax preparers as last year. If you need help filing, please choose an appointment date and time and call the NNORC to reserve your spot.
APPOINTMENT DATES: Tuesdays, March 29 and April 5.
TIMES: reserve a morning appointment from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or an afternoon slot from 1:00–4:00 p.m.
LOCATION: B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation, 420 Whitehall Road, Albany.
RSVP: please call NNORC at 514-2023 to reserve your one-hour time slot.
FEE: Free
NNORC Night at the Albany JCC
Come out for another NNORC Night at the Albany JCC. They will be serving up a wonderful tasty pot roast dinner, along with good conversation and fun. NNORC night is always a great way to share good fellowship, break bread, catch up with friends and meet new people. Please call Claire Sigal at 438-6651 to make your reservation. 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 February 1. Looking forward to seeing you there.
DATE: Monday, February 1, 2016
TIME: 4:45 p.m.
PLACE: Albany JCC 340, Whitehall Road, Albany
RSVP: Please call Claire Sigal at 438-6651 to make your reservation.
FEE: 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 February 1. Looking forward to seeing you there.
NNORC January Breakfast Club: Getting the Most from Our iPads
The Breakfast Club will begin the year with a jump into technology. The iPad is increasingly becoming a convenient tool for seniors to watch movies, to access websites, take pictures, use FaceTime, connect through social media and more. This Breakfast Club will help novice users become comfortable using their iPad through discussion of: iPad terminology, part identification and touch screen interaction. If time allows, we’ll explore some of the iPad apps and camera basics (Apple ID may be needed).
Our presenter will be Kathleen Pingelski of MicroKnowledge, Inc. Training and Consulting in Latham. Kathleen taught the NNORC’s popular computer basics classes last spring. We are pleased to welcome her back to the NNORC.
NEW THIS MONTH! NNORC Nurse Judi England will attend the Breakfast Club and be available before and after the meeting to answer medical questions and concerns, take your blood pressure or provide guidance on other health related issues. We hope you can take advantage of this valuable service!
Mark your calendar for the February Breakfast Club on Wednesday, February 10. Our topic will be emergency preparedness—making sure you are safe if there is an emergency.
DATE Wednesday, January 13, 2016
TIME 9:30–11:00 a.m.
PLACE Albany JCC, 340 Whitehall Rd, Albany
RSVP Reservations required. Call NNORC at 514-2023 to reserve your seat and your bagel.
Long Time Former JFS Board Member Judy Rettig Passes Away
“Judy cared deeply about JFS, its work and its staff,” said former board president Stephen Ribner. He served on the JFS board with Judy for over 10 years. “Her generous spirit, encouragement and strength were so meaningful to me,” Ribner added.
Judy died in her home on November 29, 2015 at age 93. She was born in Philadelphia and received her medical degree from the Women’s Medical College in Philadelphia. She had been the director of Medical Services for NYS Department of Mental Retardation from 1968-1989. She was also a preceptor in the Department of Ethics and a member of the Admission Committee at Albany Medical Center.
Judy’s son Ray (Ethan) Rettig and his wife Christine live in Voorheesville. Judy’s dedication to JFS inspired her son Ray to take up her cause and he became a regular supporter of JFS. While on the JFS board, Judy was the Director, Producer and Writer of our Annual Celebration presentations that dramatically depicted JFS services and their impact on helping so many diverse parts of our community. “She was always in attendance especially during our most challenging times. She would invite us all to her house, feed us, and calmly help us work through the problem,” said Ribner. She was a humble donor, often providing monies to insure programs and services were delivered, without anyone knowing of her contributions. May Judy’s memory always serve as a blessing and inspiration to each of us.
Those wishing to remember Dr. Rettig in a special way may make a memorial contribution to B’YachaD c/o Temple Israel, 600 New Scotland Ave, Albany 12208; Congregation Ohav Shalom, 133 New Krumkill Road, Albany, NY 12208 or to Jewish Family Services, 877 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12208 or donate online at JFS.
NNORC Breakfast Club December Topic: Getting Your Affairs in Order
Over the years, many of us have accumulated a lot of papers. Even in a “paperless” time, the paper stacks seem to build and even multiply! We create piles and move them around and yet when we need something, it often still involves a hunt through mountains of paper.
Please join us at the next NNORC Breakfast Club, as Linda Shrager, OTR, MSW, presents a non-legal discussion on how to organize your important paperwork before a crisis occurs. Learn how to create a “vital documents” map, a paper trail and know what should always be in your wallet or purse. You’ll also learn useful tips to manage the important documents of those who may be in your care.
Bring your questions and friends. A light breakfast will be provided.
DATE: Wednesday, December 9, 2015
TIME: 9:30–11:00 a.m.
PLACE: Albany JCC (340 Whitehall Road, Albany).
RSVP: Please call 514-2023 to reserve your seat and your bagel.
Mark your calendar for the first Breakfast Club of 2016 on January 13, when we will learn how to get the most from our I-Pads.
Be Our Guest to Welcome in the Holidays
It’s hard to believe that the holidays are rapidly approaching. Before the days get too hectic, let’s take a few minutes to get together and welcome the holidays in a
relaxing setting where we can greet friends, share a treat and toast to a good season.
Please join the NNORC Living Healthy Alumni and your NNORC neighbors for an afternoon of holiday cheer, cookies and celebration. This event was great fun last year, and promises to be just as wonderful this year.
There will be entertainment, hot and cold beverages, sweets, 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 sweet treats to attend. Just bring yourself and a smile. There is no cost for this program, but we ask you to please RSVP so we can plan ahead.
DATE Monday, December 14, 2015
TIME 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
PLACE B’Nai Sholom Reform Congregation, 420 Whitehall Road, Albany
RSVP 514-2023
NNORC Breakfast Club Discusses Probate — Why, when and how to avoid it
You’ve probably heard of probate, but do you know what it is? Have you heard that it is something to be avoided at all costs? Do you have questions about probate?
Come join us for the popular NNORC Breakfast Club where one of our favorite speakers, Attorney Kim Verner, will present, “Avoiding Probate: Why, When and How.” The probate process is complex and often misunderstood. The results can interfere with how you want to distribute your assets after death. This presentation will demystify probate by explaining the probate process, how it works and when to avoid it.
Kim Verner has over 17 years of legal experience with practice areas that include elder law, special needs planning, estate and tax planning, estate administration and real estate. She recently established her own law practice in Albany. Kim has been passionately advocating for seniors and individuals with disabilities for more than 24 years through both her work and volunteer efforts.
Please bring your friends. A light breakfast will be provided.
DATE Wednesday, November 18, 2015
TIME 9:30–11:00 a.m.
PLACE: Albany JCC, 340 Whitehall Road, Albany.
RSVP Please call 514-2023 to reserve your seat and your bagel.
Mark your calendar! On December 9, Lynda Shrager, OTR, MSW, will help us learn how to get our affairs in order (so our kids won’t have to).
The Neighborhood that Disappeared: Documentary Panel Discussion
Step back in Albany history!
“The Neighborhood That Disappeared” is a documentary that examines and celebrates Albany’s multi-ethnic South End enclave, which was demolished for the construction of the Empire State Plaza in the early 1960s. In the process, many families, businesses and community institutions were destroyed. Filmmaker, Mary Paley, felt their stories needed to be told so this vibrant community would not be lost. “The Neighborhood That Disappeared” broke pledge records for WMHT-TV PBS, and it has been rebroadcast many times due to high viewer demand.
NNORC, in cooperation with Congregation Beth Emeth, is pleased to present a special panel presentation and discussion about life in the neighborhood that disappeared and the making of the film. We will show clips from the film and host a discussion with four panelists: Patrick J. Bulgaro (Screenwriter & Historical Consultant); Mary Paley (Filmmaker); Tony Opalka (Albany City Historian) and Shirley Cohen (NNORC member and resident of the neighborhood).
This promises to be an interesting program as we delve into a time in Albany’s not so distant past. The topic is also timely—this year marks the 50th anniversary of the groundbreaking for the construction of the Plaza.
See the documentary before the panel discussion
Beginning in November, 2015, the documentary will air again on WMHT-TV PBS. Please check your local
listings or come to Congregation Beth Emeth on Thursday December 3, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. to preview the complete film. Local libraries may also carry the film.
Panel Discussion
DATE: Thursday, December 10, 2015
TIME: 2:30–4:00 p.m.
PLACE Congregation Beth Emeth (100 Academy Road, Albany),
RSVP: There is no charge, but please call 514-2023 to make your reservation.
FEE: There is no charge, but please call 514-2023 to make your reservation.
Getting the Most from Medicare — A Two Session Presentation
Are you enrolled in Medicare but still have questions about your coverage options? Will you soon be 65 and wonder how Medicare works? We are offering a presentation designed to give you a better understanding of your options and obligations with regard to Medicare. In this two-session workshop, we will define Medicare Parts A & B; explain what Medicare pays for and what you pay for; discuss prescription drug insurance; define Medigap insurance and how it helps you; help you understand what the doughnut hole is; and discuss whether you should join the 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 all participants get their questions answered, the class is limited to 25 people. There will be plenty of time for questions and lots of helpful handouts.
DATES: Thursdays, November 12 and 19, 2015
TIME: 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
PLACE: B’nai Sholom Reform Congregation, 420 Whitehall Road, Albany.
RSVP: Reservations are required. Please reserve your space by calling 514-2023.
Seniors Enjoy NNORC Night at the JCC
Come on out for another NNORC Night at the Albany JCC! We’ll serving up a wonderful tasty dinner featuring barbecue chicken, along with good conversation and fun. NNORC Night is always a great way to break bread and share good fellowship, catch up with friends and meet new people. Transportation requests can be made when making your reservation. Last call for reservations is 9:30 a.m. on October 26. Looking forward to seeing you there.
DATE: Monday, October 26, 2015
TIME: 4:45 p.m.
PLACE: Albany JCC, 340 Whitehall Road, Albany, NY
RSVP: Please call Claire Sigal at 438-6651 to make your reservation.
FEE: suggested donation is $5.00