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Show Thursday, September 23, 1999, THE DAILY HERALD, Seniors Page 7 Utah seniors can enjoy AARP's many exciting diversions For Utahns aged 50 and older, the AARP offers many exciting opportunities and benefits. The membership organization offers seniors discounts, educational events and fun activities such as AARP Night at the Buzz and other social gatherings. AARP also offers a wide range of volunteer opportunities to help others in the comnon-prof- it munity. In 1999, AARP in Utah has been working on issues that include health and long-tercare, economic security, work and life transitions, independent living, and personal enrichment. Dedicated volunteers serve a wide range of programs, providing Utah's more than 157,000 members with quality information, a broad menu of In 1999, AARP in Utah has been working on issues that include health and long-tercare, economic security, work and life transitions, independent living, and personal enrichment. m pro- SOME OF AARP's major Tax-Aid- e 50 years and cider 65 years and older 85 years and older seniors elderly old age Source: National Institute of Aging and the American Association of Retired People loved one. Utah activities: AARP's Connections for Independent Living program is working to help people stay in their homes and live independently through partnerships with community agencies and organizations throughout the state. During Independent Living Week each May hundreds of volun teers go out into non-prof- tional forums around the state. Volunteers also monitor the status of Medicare and Social Security programs. AARP Utah also takes the lead in educating people about telemarketing fraud. In March, AARP teamed up with KUED public television and other organizations to present a live panel discussion on telemarketing fraud it VOTE grams and services, consumer and legislative advocacy and opportunities for community involvement. persons prepare their income tax returns during tax season. In 1998, Utah volunteers assisted more than 11,000 people. AARP's Grief and Loss Program is an outreach composed of trained volunteers who offer support for individuals dealing with the loss of a FY I that produced more than 1,500 calls from viewers requesting information. Concerned that your memory isn't as good as it drivers improve their skills and teaches them how to avoid traffic crashes and vioclasslations. The eight-hou- r room refresher course is designed for experienced motorists age 50 and older. Persons 55 and older who complete the class may be eligible to receive a multi-yea- r discount on automobile insurance premiums. AARP's Tax Aide low-incom- once was? AARP's Memory ties to older and disabled persons with chores and simple home modifications. AARP volunteers also inform Utahns about Medicare Fraud through a series of training and educa e d 561-103- t Improvement Seminars held at the Utah AARP office in Midvale educate participants on ways to remain mentally and intellectually alert and active throughout their "senior" years. ; The Driving Program helps older assist fun-fille- pro- gram assists moderate to older and disabled Through AARP's Personal Enrichment activities, Utah AARP provides opportunities for fun and education, such as investment seminars, the evening of baseball, visits to museums and exhibits and the recent AARP Night at Red Butte Gardens & Arboretum. More information is available at the state office, 6975 Union Park Center, Suite 320, Midvale; telephone: (801) LLADRp FATHER TIME 1034" X 6" Increase Your Independence With the All New Jazzy! Call For A Free - 4- . J In-Ho- me Demonstration Today! 1 V New in the "Inspiration Millennium" Collection, which will retire at the end of 2000. He wears some of the milestones of the millennium's history on his cape - 13 historic dates in time's relentless march onward, Including: 1000 1492 L mzzY Power ChaipsJ you qualify under Medicare quidelines, have a valid doctor's If prescription and supplemental insurance, the Jazzy may cost you little or no money at all Pride Health Care. inc. MEDICAL SUPPLY 374 - 8101 265 W 1230 N, PfOVO falid fough 103199 1512 1545 1616 1769 1776 1789 1914 1969 Beginning of the millenium Christopher Columbus discovers America Michelangelo completes the Sistine Chapel Council of Trent begins Death of Shakespeare & Cervantes Steam Engine invented Unites States declaration of Independence French Revolution Break out of first World War Man lands on the moon. |
