Greenburgh COVID-19 Angels to reach out and help seniors navigate the Covid registration many seniors find very confusing to navigate. GREENBURGH, NY — January 12, 2021 —Over 50 COVID vaccine volunteers have signed up as COVID-19 Vaccine Angels. Their outreach effort will extend their assistance to hundreds, perhaps even thousands on the coming weeks in helping seniors traverse the complex …
SAVVY SENIORS: How Seniors Can Save Money on Prescription Eyeglasses
By JIM MILLER
Dear Savvy Senior, What tips can you recommend for finding affordable prescription eyeglasses? I used to have vision insurance through my work but lost it when I turned 65 and signed up for Medicare. Need Spectacles # # # Dear Need Spectacles, Unfortunately, in 2020 it’s still true that original Medicare does not cover vision services, which includes routine …
By JIM MILLER
The ‘Appropriate Department’ as Told to Hezi Aris
By PHILIP and PHYLLIS TROPEA
YONKERS, NY — November 28, 2020 — It was on October 12, 2020 that a resident of 98 DeHaven Drive addressed a letter to Yonkers City Councilmember Tasha Diaz (District 3) informing her of the frustration and travail that he and others, especially seniors suffer, especially because the residents of the building pay so that management can employ landscapers paid …
By PHILIP and PHYLLIS TROPEA
Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano Ameliorates Concerns of Seniors Attending the Bernice Spreckman / Coyne Park Community Center
YONKERS, NY — November 20, 2020 — Yonkers Mayor Mike Spano wrote this letter on November 18th, 2020 address the concerns of those seniors who frequent the Bernice Spreckman Community Center / Coyne Park Community Center. The letter addressed the President Nick Mastromarco. Dear Nick Mastromarco, The City of Yonkers is proud to announce all of the news and exciting …
Bernice Spreckman / Coyne Park Senior Center Members on Westchester On the Level – Tuesday, November 17, 2020 From 10am-12Noon EST
Callers Are Welcome to Share Their Perspective or Make Inquiry When Staying On Topic. The Call-In Number is 347-205-9201. Listen to this broadcast “Live” or “On Demand” via the Internet … http://tobtr.com/s/11843938 The subject matter is defined herein. YONKERS, NY — November 17, 2020 — The Tuesday, November 17, 2020 broadcast of Westchester On the Level brings Yonkers City Councilmember …
Coyne Park / Bernice Spreckman Senior Center Attendees Speak to a Planned Dog Park that Diminish Them While Serving Dogs on Westchester On the Level – Tuesday, November 10, 2020 from 10am-12Noon
YONKERS, NY — Seniors who have long attended the Coyne Park / Bernice Spreckman Senior Center are up in arms as they have learned that the City of Yonkers is more interested in serving the needs of dogs and their master over serving the senior citizen community. The issues that are pertinent to them will be espoused by individual callers …
SAVVY SENIOR: Helping Seniors Recognize Fake News and Propaganda By JIM MILLER
Dear Savvy Senior, Are there any resources that you know of that can help seniors detect fake news? My 75-year-old mother shares a lot of misinformation with her family and friends that she sees on Facebook. I’ve talked to her about it, but for some reason she has a difficult time deciphering real news from fake news and propaganda. Frustrated …
John Bailey, White Plains CitizeNetReporter Publisher/Editor, Michael Edelman, Political Analyst/Pundit, Yonkers Seniors Who Attend The Coyne Park/Bernice Spreckman Senior Speak to Their Unmitigated Concerns on Westchester On the Level – Monday, November 2, 2020 from 10am-12Noon EST
Listeners are Welcome to Participate When Staying On Topic. The CALL-IN number for Guests and Listeners is 347-205-9201. Listen to this broadcast “Live” or “On Demand” via the Internet … http://tobtr.com/s/11835955 PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL, WHITE PLAINS, NY and YONKERS, NY — November 2, 2020 — The broadcast opens with White Plains CitizeNet Reporter Publisher/Editor John Bailey on hyperlocal concerns: …
SAVVY SENIOR: Corona Virus Versus Flu – How to Tell the Difference
By JIM MILLER
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you explain the differences between the coronavirus and seasonal flu? I’m 70-years-old, and usually get a standard flu shot, but would like to find out what else I can do to protect myself this winter. Worried Senior # # # Dear Worried, Great question! Because of the dual danger of Influenza (flu) and COVID-19, the Center …
By JIM MILLER
SAVVY SENIOR: Should Seniors Consider a Reverse Mortgage Now? By JIM MILLER
Dear Savvy Senior, What can you tell me about reverse mortgages? The coronavirus damage to my retirement account has me considering it but want to make sure I know what I’m getting into. Cash-Strapped Senior # # # Dear Cash-Strapped, Massive job losses, a volatile stock market and low interest rates caused by the coronavirus pandemic has caused many cash-strapped …
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