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September 2022 E-News Vol 11, #9
In This "Back to School" Issue:
SCOSA NEWS AND EVENTS
SCOSA BACK TO SCHOOL NEWS
While our core staff (and some of our faculty colleagues) have worked diligently throughout the Summer, we 'welcome back' our students and faculty colleagues who have been away. Classes start on Tuesday, September 6th.
We have several developments to share:
- SCOSA Leadership Reappointed: Stockton Provost Leamore Kahanov recently reappointed David Burdick, Ph.D., as SCOSA Director and Christine Ferri, Ph.D., as SCOSA Assistant Director for 2-year terms. Thank you to Lisa Cox, Ph.D., for her service as Interim Assistant Director. Gina Maguire, MSW, continues in her role as Program Assistant and Coordinator of Older Adult Programs, and Trish Collins, MA, as Community Engagement Liaison.
- SCOSA's 2021-2022 Annual Report: Was submitted to the Stockton Administration in mid-June. SCOSA reports directly to Dean of Social and Behavioral Sciences Marissa Levy, Ph.D. Dean Levy's report to Academic Affairs commends our 'great progress on many of {our} governance and programmatic goals from last year," and characterizes our progress as "magnificent and to be applauded" in grant writing, program assessment, the Stockton Institute for Lifelong Learning (SILL), our involvement in the NJ Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program (NJGWEP), our sponsorship of Stockton's involvement in the Age Friendly University (AFU) Global Network. and in our ability to adjust our Older Adult programming from online, to hybrid, and in-person in light of evolving public health guidelines related to the COVID-19 pandemic. We thank ALL our collaborators for helping us to succeed in 2021/22 despite staffing limitations.
- SCOSA IS HIRING STAFF: Speaking of staffing, we have posted in Stockton's HireTouch portal job descriptions for two half-time "Temporary Employment Specialist" positions we hope to fill ASAP. We seek an Office Assistant and a Programming Specialist. For details, and to apply for the SCOSA Office Assistant TES Position, click HERE For details and to apply for the SCOSA Programming TES Position, click HERE
- SCOSA IS HIRING STUDENT FELLOWS: SCOSA seeks one or two Student Fellows to work with us (6-10 hours per week) on various program initiatives. We are particularly interested in students who can assist with our Older Adult Education, Socialization & Recreation Programs, and in our involvement in the New Jersey Geriatric Workforce Enhancement Program (NJGWEP) where students in small interdisciplinary teams conduct basic health screenings and then develop care plans for older adults living in senior housing complexes in Egg Harbor City and Pleasantville. To learn more about SCOSA please visit www.stockton.edu/scosa. Hours can be flexible and specific responsibilities would be crafted to utilize the student's talents and experiences and to help them to develop as a professional.
While GERO Minors, students who have taken one or more GERO courses, or those with prior experiences working with older adults are preferred, all are invited to apply. To apply, submit your letter of interest and resume by e-mail to SCOSA Director David Burdick at David.Burdick@stockton.edu.
Welcome Dr. Wei, SCOSA’s New Faculty Fellow
 Duo (Helen) Wei is an associate professor of Computer Science in the School of Business and affiliated faculty for Master of Science in Data Science & Strategic Analytics at Stockton University. She has been a visiting professor at Columbia University and visiting research fellow at the National Library of Medicine. Her research focuses on knowledge discovery & representation, medical terminologies, and ontology-based data analytics.
Dr. Wei has been a member of the American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA) for 14 years and currently serves as co-chair of the Women in AMIA (WIA) Mentoring, Networking, and LifeCycle Committee and a member of WIA Steering Committee. Dr. Wei recently published, ” Assessing perceived effectiveness of career development efforts led by the women in American Medical Informatics Association Initiative" in the Journal of American Medical Informatics Association (Impact factor: 7.942). This publication was the collaborative work of faculty from Washington University, the University of Utah, Harvard Medical School, Saint Louis University, Arizona State University, Mayo Clinic, and industry members. The publication can be accessed via PubMed https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35773963/ AGE FRIENDLY UNIVERSITY (AFU) Update
by Karen Rose, Ph.D., SCOSA AFU champion; adjunct professor, Psychology & Health Science
On July 28th, SCOSA’s age-friendly university champion, Dr. Karen Rose gave a brief presentation to the South Jersey Senior Marketing group, describing the 10 Age-Friendly University principles, why age-inclusivity and diversity are important in universities and communities, and what opportunities an age-friendly focus affords.
Dr. Rose also discussed efforts at the state level, including Governor Murphy’s recent executive order establishing an Age-Friendly State Advisory Council. This council will work to identify opportunities for creating livable communities for people of all ages in New Jersey, recommend best practices of age-friendly work, and promote community inclusion across the state. The Governor also announced critical investments in prescription drug relief and tax cuts at the New Jersey Age-Friendly Statewide Leadership Summit held in March. Click Here for more information on the AFU initiative. Stockton joined the AFU Network in December, 2018, the first university in NJ to do so, and has been actively involved since 2019.
GERO COORDINATOR’S COLUMN
by Christine Gayda-Chelder, Ph.D., assistant professor of psychology, and SCOSA service chair
Career Options in Gerontology: A Review by Indeed.com
A minor in Gerontology offers many possibilities to enhance various career options. Indeed.com has created a summary of 15 careers in Gerontology. Some involve mental health services (grief counselor) while others focus on dentistry, audiology, and health care administration. Please review the link below. Also, stay tuned for a “Meet and Greet” Breakfast with members of the Gerontology faculty coming this Fall! Contact Dr. Gayda-Chelder with any questions about the Gerontology Minor at Christine.Gayda@stockton.edu
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/finding-a-job/careers-in-gerontology.
Stockton's Gerontology Minor
Stockton's Gerontology Minor is a great way to prepare for a career in aging. Information about the minor can be found by Clicking Here. During the Fall 2022 Semester, the program offers several courses. While most are currently full, we encourage interested students to check seat availability up to the start of the semester on September 6th, and also to consider the wait-list option and drop/add.
Fall Courses include:
Required Courses: (GERO1100 or GSS1090, GERO2107, GERO3900)
GERO1100 Introduction to Gerontology, MW 3:35-5:25pm, Jennifer Tartaro
GSS1090 Aging in Society, MWF 9:55-11:10am, Christine Gayda-Chelder
GERO2107 Aging & Health, Online, Asynchronous, Gina Maguire
GERO3900 Gerontology Internship, TBA, David Burdick
Elective Courses:
GERO/SOWK2292 Aging & the Family, Online, Asynchronous, Gina Maguire
GSS2194 Death and Dying, TR 2:30-4:40pm, Ted Alter
GSS2256 Exploring the Dying Process, TR 6-7:50pm, Victor Gazzara
GSS2403 Diversity and Aging, Online, Asynchronous, Jenny Dunkle
GSS2404 Aging & the Law, TR 8:30-10:20am, Michael Weinraub
PSYC3754 Research on Aging, TBA Online Tutorial, David Burdick
SPOTLIGHT on September SILL Classes
Exploring Lake Fred
Register HERE
Fridays, September 9, 16, 23, & 30, 2022 2-3pm
Galloway Campus (Location TBD)
SCOSA SPONSORED OR CO-SPONSORED EVENTS
Do You Care for Someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other Cognitive Impairments? Support and Education is Coming Soon!
As reported in our August, E-News, SCOSA has received a federal contract through the Atlantic County Area Agency on Aging to provide support groups and education for caregivers of Atlantic County residents over 60 years of age who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementia. The program will feature brief presentations on various topics, ranging from understanding the basics of cognitive disorders to managing challenging behavioral issues, and ‘care for the caregiver’ topics such as finding joy in caregiving, self-care for caregivers, handling the Holidays, mindfulness, the value of storytelling and therapeutic art. Also covered will be household safety, assistive technology, and legal/financial matters. A brief question and answer period will follow each lecture, and then participants will have the opportunity to focus on their own caregiver needs and providing mutual support.
The program will be offered each Wednesday from 12:00 noon - 1:00pm starting on September 28, 2022. The program will include online (via Zoom) and in-person (at the Stockton University Campus Center) options, and will involve collaboration with other organizations in order to best serve those in need. Between SCOSA’s involved staff and our collaborators, extensive expertise and experience will be available to participants.
To express your interest in joining the program, please e-mail SCOSA@stockton.edu. Provide your name, address, and contact information. Also, indicate if your care recipient is 60 years of age or older, and if they are a resident of Atlantic County. Include their diagnosed disorder if you know it (e.g., Alzheimer's, Vascular Dementia, Lewy-Body Dementia, Mild Cognitive Impairment, etc.). You will receive a reply e-mail requesting additional information by mid-September. For additional information, please e-mail David.Burdick@stockton.edu or call 609-652-4311 and leave a clear message.
Join SCOSA at Stockton at Manahawkin on August 30 for a webinar on Irish Genealogy!
To register for this event, click HERE
SCOSA Older Adult Education, Socialization
& Recreation Programs
September, 2022
Reminders: Masks are recommended for all indoor programs until further notice. All guests visiting the Galloway campus must register for each visit. The registration includes a health pledge and the opportunity to register your car (and avoid parking tickets) here: https://go.stockton.edu/public/visitor/form
The older adult programs offered by SCOSA are partially funded under Title III of the Older Americans Act of 1965, as amended, through a grant by the Division of Intergenerational Services in Atlantic, Cape May, and Ocean Counties, New Jersey. You may make voluntary donations to SCOSA. Such donations are not a fee and are not required. Any donations received will be used to develop and operate future programs. If you wish to donate directly to SCOSA please make your checks payable to SCOSA and send them to: SCOSA/SOBL, Stockton University, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway, NJ 08205-9441.
ASA Webinar: Aging Solo: Unique Considerations for a Growing Segment of the Population
Wednesday 8/24/2022 1-2pm
Online via Zoom
Nearly 27% of Americans older than age 65 live alone. While this population shares the same concerns and challenges of older adults who are aging with a partner or who have adult children nearby, clinicians, home health aides, social workers and senior service providers need to be alert to the issues unique to those patients and clients who are aging solo. For instance, maintaining independence; safeguarding health; fostering physical and mental activity; building a supportive network, socialization and relationships; financial planning; and having access to transportation can require more detailed and advanced planning and execution for adults aging solo.
Discover Your Irish Family History in Beyond 2022’s Virtual Record Treasury
Tuesday 8/30/2022 2:30-3:30pm
Stockton at Manahawkin, MIS 3
Register HERE
On June 30, 1922, the Irish Civil War began with the destruction of the Public Records Office of Ireland, located in the Four Courts building in Dublin. One casualty of this incident was the destruction of roughly 700 years of Ireland’s archival history making researching Irish family history incredibly difficult. But there is still hope! In honor of the 100-year anniversary of the explosion of the Four Courts building, the Beyond 2022 project released their Virtual Record Treasury. This all-island, International collaborative research project is a virtual reconstruction of the Public Records Office of Ireland using substitute records from over seventy repositories across the globe to replace records that were lost in addition to salvaging the records that were not completely destroyed in the blaze. Join senior librarian Elizabeth Hodges of The Genealogy Center for this first look into this new resource!
Ethnicity Results Deep Dive
Thursday 9/1/2022 6:30-7:30pm
Online via Zoom
Register HERE
Many people find the ethnicity estimates provided as part of their DNA test results to be confusing, surprising, and just plain bad. Why is it ethnicity results can get some things so wrong, while others are surprisingly specific and accurate? This presentation goes behind the scenes to explain the science behind ethnicity estimates and genetic communities. Learn about the benefits and limitations of ethnicity estimates, along with techniques to use ethnicity estimates as a tool in genealogy research. Presented by Steven Frank, JD through The Genealogy Center.
ASA Webinar: Navigating and Dementia Diagnosis and Care Needs
Wednesday 9/7/2022 1-2pm
Online via Zoom
Register HERE
Knowing the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease is important for early detection and diagnosis. Family members often are the first to notice the signs, but may struggle on how to approach their loved one about scheduling an appointment with their doctor. Once they do broach the subject, they may be met with resistance or denial. If a diagnosis is received, the individual and their family may be at a loss for what do next and what to expect for their loved one’s care needs. As professionals, it is important to help older adults and their families navigate life after a dementia diagnosis by providing them with useful information and support. Join this webinar during World Alzheimer’s Month to learn more about what to do next after a dementia diagnosis, what changes to expect and how to best care for someone living with dementia.
SILL: Exploring Lake Fred
Fridays 9/9, 16, 23, & 30/2022 2-3pm
Stockton University
Register HERE
Students in this course will explore the physical and biological features of Lake Fred. Questions we will aim to answer include: how much water is in Lake Fred? Where does the water come from? Is the water of “good” quality? What sorts of plants and animals live in and around Lake Fred? In answering these questions, we hope to increase our appreciation for not only Lake Fred, but many aspects of water in our surroundings.
Wool Drying Basket
Saturday 9/10/2022 10am-12pm
Swan Bay Folk Art Center
To Register Call Niki 609-652-0366
Traditionally this basket was filled with sheep wool and sunk into a shallow swiftly moving stream to clean the wool, then put in the sun to dry. Notched handles and legs make this a useful project basket.
Tour of Poetry
Saturday 9/10/2022 11am-1pm
Otto Bruyns Public Library of Northfield
Register HERE
During each session of this monthly program, an established poet will read original work, present an engaging lecture, and encourage participants to write & share something of their own. Participants will have an opportunity to have their poetry included in the Tour of Poetry Anthology.
Knit & Crochet with Lois: Fall Session 1
Mondays 9/12- 10/31/2022 9am-11am
Stockton at Manahawkin
Register HERE
This eight-week class will teach you to knit and/ or crochet like you are a pro! You will learn to read patterns and make something for yourself, or as a gift.
One Stroke Painting: Fall Session 1
Mondays 9/12-10/31/2022 11am-1pm
Stockton at Manahawkin
Register HERE
One Stroke Painting is sweeping the decorative painting world. It's fun! It's easy! It's quick! One Stroke is a multi-loading style of acrylic decorative painting that is very friendly to novice painters. It is equally usable on metal, plaster, glass, wood, fabric and ceramic surfaces. You will be excited too, when you find out for yourself how easy One Stroke is. Imagine, blending, shading, and highlighting all in One Stroke! Classes teach you to freehand various strokes and to build your own unique pattern.
Greeting Card Workshop
Tuesday 9/13/2022 11am-12pm
Stockton at Manahawkin
Register HERE
Join us for greeting card classes. We will make two creative greeting cards, suitable to send to your friends or family. Bring scissors, glue, and either colored pencils or markers to each class.
ASA Webinar: Planning Ahead to Age in Place Building an Army of Advocates, and Home Safety and Accessibility Considerations
Thursday 9/15/2022 1-2pm
Online via Zoom
Register HERE
Determining whether or not one’s current home is conducive to aging in place is often a daunting task, especially if there are medical or mobility limitations at play. For some, downsizing to a home with a smaller footprint might be the better option. But for others, there are a number of home modifications that can facilitate aging in place, a.k.a. “right-sizing” in one’s current home. This webinar will focus on identifying the professional advisers and advocates who can help clients and patients make an informed decision on whether downsizing or “right-sizing” is best for them, and the types of home modifications that help facilitate safety and accessibility.
Chair Yoga- Fall Session 1
Fridays 9/16-11/4/2022 9-10am
Stockton at Manahawkin 712 E Bay Avenue
Register HERE
Join Lois for Chair Yoga, for modified poses that can be done while seated, which makes the poses accessible to more people.
Adult Tap Dance- Fall Session 1
Fridays 9/16-11/4/2022 10-11am
Stockton at Manahawkin 712 E Bay Avenue
Register HERE
Join Lois Allen of Lois Allen's School of Dance to learn adult tap dancing, an exciting and social activity.
Players and Playwrights Meeting
Saturday 9/17/2022 1-4pm
John F Scarpa Academic Center, Room 311
Register HERE
Players and Playwrights (P&P) is a collective of playwrights and readers (aka players) who meet monthly to read original plays. Performances are organized several times a year. Interested players and playwrights are invited to attend a meeting once before committing to join
Dramatic Readings by Players and Playwrights by the Jersey Shore
Sunday 9/18/2022 2-4pm
Atlantic City John F. Scarpa Academic Center Fannie Lou Hamer Room
Register HERE
Players and Playwrights by the Jersey Shore presents an afternoon of plays written by local playwrights and dramatically read by local players. Registration is required, admission and parking are free of charge. For further information call Dayle 609-230-5447.
Time to Tell Memoir Writing
Monday 9/19/2022 10-11:30am
Online via Zoom
Register HERE
Personalized instruction with monthly meetings to help you chronicle the stories of your life. Creative writing styles, including poetry and photographs, can also be used to tell your story.
Greeting Card Workshop
Tuesday 9/27/2022 11am-12pm
Stockton at Manahawkin
Register HERE
Join us for greeting card classes. We will make two creative greeting cards, suitable to send to your friends or family. Bring scissors, glue, and either colored pencils or markers to each class.
Murder at the Manor: Film Viewing and Discussion
Tuesday 9/27/2022 1-3pm
Stockton at Manahawkin
Register HERE
Join SCOSA in welcoming the Crestwood Manor Players’ 2021 film Murder at the Manor, written, filmed, and produced at Crestwood Manor in Whiting, NJ! After the film, there will be a discussion... and details on their next production.
EVENTS AND NEWS IN AGING IN SOUTH JERSEY AND BEYOND
Atlantic County Events and Opportunities
The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore
Virtual Programs in July
Unless otherwise noted, all programs are free to participate. You must RSVP to participate in any program by contacting Tina Serota at 609.287.8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org. A Zoom link or call-in number for each program will be e-mailed or provided to you. The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore is a membership program for adults over the age of 50.
DIY Container Gardening, Tuesday, September 6 (10:30am to 11:30am)
Embrace your green thumb and join an informative session on creating and maintaining your own manageable autumn container garden. Beautify your porch, deck, balcony or a sunny space indoors with flowers and veggies. Also, learn about planning and planting flower bulbs for a spectacular spring show. RSVP by September 1.
Nurse’s Roundtable: Smart Aging Choice for Home Living, Wednesday, September 7 (10:30am to 11:30am)
Join Nurse Lori Pasho and Village Community Specialist Tina Serota for an in-depth discussion about smart choices for aging at home. You’ll hear about making everyday tasks easier, common-sense ideas for reorganization and safety with an eye for beauty, and finally how to positively prepare for whatever the future may hold. RSVP by September 5.
Positivity Project: Morning Refresh, Thursday, September 8 (10:30am to 11:30am)
Start your day in an upbeat way! Explore positivity with JFS Wellness Coordinator Mary Jean Arreola and Tina Serota. You’ll learn ways to boost wellness – mind, body and soul. Topics include self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, and resiliency. RSVP by September 1.
The Village Movie Society, Tuesday, September 13 (10:30am to 11:30am)
Join Tina Serota for a discussion about the movie, Dumplin, which explores the story of a teen making a point about measuring up and fitting in by entering a local pageant being run by her mother, a former beauty queen. This movie can be viewed on Netflix. RSVP by September 8.
BINGO, Wednesday, September 14 (1pm to 2pm)
Join friends and neighbors for an afternoon of BINGO games and prizes with Tina Serota. BINGO cards will be delivered to those who register in advance. This event is free for Holocaust Survivors and Village Members. For non-members, the cost is $5. RSVP by September 8.
Memoir Workshop, Friday, September 16 from 10:30am to 12pm
Experience the thrill of capturing your life’s adventures, history and ancestry at a Memoir Workshop led by award-winning author and Drexel University Professor of Creative Writing and Publishing, Harriet Levin Millan. You will need a laptop or pen/paper for the workshop. RSVP by September 9.
Comfort Cooking: Light & Delicious, Tuesday, September 20 (10:30am to 11:30am)
Join Bernadette Getzler as she takes you on a food journey using farm fresh ingredients. You’ll learn to cook your favorite early autumn recipes in new and inventive ways by taking existing ingredients and substituting healthier options. Learn to view comfort food in a whole new way! RSVP by September 13.
Positivity Project: Evening Retreat. Wednesday, September 21 (7pm to 7:30pm)
Join JFS Wellness Coordinator Mary Jean Arreola and Tina Serota for an evening retreat. Shed the cares of the day and prepare for a restful night. We’ll cover a wide range of topics including self-care, mindfulness, gratitude, meditation, and resiliency. RSVP by September 14.
Coffee Klatch: Hybrid, Thursday, September 22 (10:30am to 12pm)
Your world in 90 minutes! Join a fast-paced discussion on politics, technology, world events, the arts, religion, and more. Moderated by Tina Serota. Attend in-person at the Katz JCC Boardroom, 501 North Jerome Avenue in Margate or from home via Zoom. Mask encouraged for in-person. For Zoom, a link will be emailed to you. RSVP by September 19.
The program provides Intergenerational Events, Transportation, Grocery Shopping and Delivery, Kosher Meals on Wheels and more. For information or to join The Lynn Kramer Village by the Shore, contact Tina Serota at 609.287.8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org or visit jfsvillagebytheshore.org.
Ocean County News and Events
Stockton at Manahawkin is Collecting
NEW Socks for the Kiwanis Club
Inviting Submissions for Events in Aging in South Jersey and Beyond
We invite organizations to submit their event information for inclusion in our monthly e-news no later than the 18th of each month for inclusion in the subsequent month’s Newsletter, which we anticipate e-mailing a few days before the beginning of each month. The E-News is also posted on SCOSA’s Web-Site under the Newsletters/Press Releases tab. Please submit items via e-mail to Patricia.Collins@stockton.edu. Items will be published on a space available basis and we reserve the right to reject items that are not consistent with SCOSA’s mission or deemed inappropriate for our audience.
EVENTS AND RESOURCES OF GENERAL INTEREST
NJAAW – Episode 130 – Lifelong Learning
Lifelong learning is more than taking a class or reading a book. Lifelong learning is a guide and a strategy to age well with benefits for the mind, memory, physical health, social wellbeing and builds community. Many studies show the importance and relevance of a quest for learning and curiosity at any age. The YouTube Video can be accessed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pi_jIazYMqE&t=193s.
In this episode of Aging Insights, Executive Director Cathy Rowe visits the OSHER Institute of Lifelong Learning at Rutgers University, also known as OLLI-RU. One of over 100 Osher Institute sites around the country, OLLI-RU is at the center of lifelong learning in New Jersey. With a new state of the art facility and a significant expansion and virtual learning under COVID disruptions, OLLI-RU offers hundreds of classes for older adults in New Jersey and beyond. Join us to visit the site as it re-opens, and meet Executive rector Megan Novak, and Program Coordinators Kristen Michaels and Rajini Kurian to learn about classes, opportunities and the community of these learners. To enter this contest, no fee is required. For more information, or to access other Episodes, visit the following website: http://www.njaaw.org/events/.
Join ACUA for Annual “Hybrid” Electric Vehicle Celebration
Please join ACUA for our Annual “Hybrid” Electric Vehicle Celebration during National Drive Electric Week 2022. We’ll kick things off with a virtual webinar from industry experts on Tues. 9/27 and the next day, we’ll host an in-person vehicle show at ACUA in in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. Join us for either event or both – please RSVP through ACUA’s website: www.acua.com/driveelectric .
- On Tuesday September 27th, ACUA will host a virtual “Lunch and Learn” at 12pm. We’ll hear from industry experts about the latest EV developments and incentives for drivers. The Zoom link will be available closer to the date – please RSVP through our website.
- The next day, on Wednesday, September 28th, we will host our in-person EV Show from 4pm – 6pm at ACUA’s Environmental Park (6700 Delilah Road Egg Harbor Township, NJ- We'll be at the Geo Building, the first building on the right). Come see local drivers and their EVs in person. Do you have an EV to show? We welcome all types of electric vehicles and would love for you to show off your electric ride! If you can attend, please RSVP through our website and reserve a spot if you’d like to show your EV.
We’ll share more information as it becomes available on ACUA's website: www.acua.com/driveelectric. Please don’t hesitate to let us know if you have any questions. We hope to see you in September!
Next Avenue is Hosting a Museum Challenge
This challenge encourages each of us to visit three museums this summer- large or small. Museums inspire learning and storytelling, and Next Avenue wants to hear the story about your visits. Click HERE to read to full article, and learn more about this challenge.
NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL NEWS ON AGING
September 18- 24 is National Falls Prevention Week
NCOA Celebrates National Senior Center Month
September is National Senior Center Month—your opportunity to promote a positive image of aging, highlight how your center improves the lives of older adults, show your center’s importance in the community, and create interest in prospective new participants and collaborative partners. The National Council on Aging (NCOA) is committed to bringing more senior centers into the conversation to enable us to learn from one another, tell our stories, and raise our voices in advocacy efforts that frequently overlook us. For more information visit: NCOA
Older Adults Becoming Targets of Tech Support Fraud
The FBI says tech support fraud -- in which unsolicited messages via phone, email, text and pop-up messages offer to fix alleged problems with electronic devices -- is the most reported fraud among victims over age 60. Legitimate companies won't contact users in this manner regarding computer issues, officials say, and users are advised to keep their computers up to date and install ad-blocking software. Click on the link for more details about the 8/5/2022 story Kiplinger-Tech Support Fraud Targets Seniors.
SCOSA ON FACEBOOK
Please follow us on Facebook for more information on ageing, our programs, interesting articles, and student involvement in Gerontology. Find Stockton Center on Successful Aging... and “Follow” and “Like” us to include us in your Facebook feed!
Some of the older adult programs offered by SCOSA are partially funded under Title III of the Older Americans Act of 1965, as amended, through grants from Area Agencies on Aging in Atlantic, Cape May, and Ocean counties of New Jersey. Voluntary donations to SCOSA supporting these programs are accepted.. Such donations are not a fee and are not required. Any donations received will be used to develop and operate future programs. If you wish to donate directly to SCOSA please make your checks payable to SCOSA and send them to:
SCOSA/SOBL, Stockton University, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway, NJ 08205-9441.
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