April 4 - April 10
Inspiring Opportunities is an e-mail from Coming of Age for people 50+ who are making a difference in the world, in their communities and in their lives.
Inside:
What's New
Coming Soon
Have We Got an Opportunity for You!
Make-A-Difference Calendar
This Week's Medicare Tip
Past Issues
What's New The paucity of available jobs has stirred up talk of a generational conflict: if older adults stay in the workforce, are they taking jobs away from the younger set? On the other hand, if the elders keep working, won't that help pay for future social security benefits for their children and grandchildren? In this Boston Globe article, Ellen Goodman takes a different tack. Why not use this economic downturn as an incentive for Boomers to begin encore careers that will support social change efforts and provide personal satisfaction. Read more.
A website, Making Home Affordable, has been recently launched by the United States Department of Housing & Urban Development to help homeowners determine their eligibility for new federal mortgage modification and refinancing programs. Homeowners complete online questionnaires to determine whether they are eligible for one of the two new federal programs established by the Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan... and can find out whether their mortgages are owned by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac, a requirement for eligibility for the refinance program. To view the website, click here.
Philadelphia Mayor Nutter launched the city's budget discussion with public meetings throughout the city to let Philadelphia residents voice their concerns and ask questions. Now Philadelphia's City Council is opening its doors to the public to hear testimony from city officials and view the Council's discussions on how the city's money should be allocated for FY 2010. This is an important opportunity to see our government at work. To view the calendar for upcoming Council sessions to be held at City Hall (northwest corner) in Council Chambers (4th floor), click here.
Judith Zausner really enjoys working with older adults, providing crafts instruction for novices and experts alike. You can join her free local program at the Ralston Center on Mondays and Thursdays at noon (call (215) 386-2984). But, her true passion is creating Caring Crafts kits for those with fine motor skill concerns and/or cognitive issues. Through her crafts projects, she is reaching out to those who need special accommodations to express their creativity. Learn more about her work and why she followed this path.
Coming Soon Drexel University College of Medicine is hosting "Conversations," a panel discussion to talk about the dramatic differences between women's and men's health, ways to combat women's heart disease, and coping with depression and sleep disorders. The panel of medical doctors, moderated by Lynn Yeakel, Director, Institute for Women's Health and Leadership, encourage you to come with questions. Wednesday, April 15th, Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church, 6:30 pm. FREE. Call (215) 255-7373 to pre-register or e-mail.
Have We Got an Opportunity for You! JobsOver50.com is a free online resource, dedicated to the 50+ job seeker who is looking for employment in both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors. Among the job areas covered are healthcare, business, and education. You will need to fill out a brief application and then have the ability to browse through available positions in all areas of the country. Happy hunting!
Would you like to lead weekly discussion groups about health and wellness with older adults at community senior centers? Journey’s Way, Resources and Programs for People 55+ needs Peer Counselors. It's a great way to meet people, learn new skills, and get involved in something meaningful. Training is provided; the time commitment is approximately 4 hours/wk, one day/week. The next program runs from mid April through July. (there is flexibility for vacation time.) To apply, call Aviva at (215) 487-1296.
Philadelphia Hospitality is a small, nonprofit organization that promotes the cultural attractions of the greater Philadelphia region to visiting cultural, professional and corporate groups. The Marketing Director will plan and implement marketing strategies to attract special groups to the region for multi-day events such as the Philadelphia Flower Show and the Philadelphia Antiques Show. Excellent communications skills, computer proficiency, and 3-5 years of marketing experience required.To apply, e-mail or fax your resume to (215) 790-9906.
The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) is looking for special volunteers to assist patients, visitors, and other community members when they arrive at the hospital. Many are worried, or sick, and need that helping hand to feel more comfortable. Hospitality volunteers work with staff approximately four hours a week, and are given complimentary parking in a hospital garage and a meal voucher at the cafeteria. Contact Donna Griffith at (215) 662-2576. To read more, click here.
Make-a-Difference Calendar Saturday, April 4
8:00 am at see article Help to give Philadelphia a good spring cleaning! Join Mayor Nutter and thousands of volunteers in neighborhoods across Philadelphia for the 2nd Annual Philly Spring Cleanup. Among the projects that still need extra hands are: Ray of Hope Project - 10th and Westmoreland; Eagles Partnership Recycling - 8th and Diamond; ACHIEVEability - 35 North 60th; Piccoli Playground - 43rd & Castor. Please contact Terry or call (215) 564-4544 to get involved. You can also access this website. Everybody is welcome... and you will be given your tools and materials there!
3:00 pm at Asian Arts Initiative, 1219 Vine Street,
2nd Floor East, Philadelphia After two years of transition caused by the Convention Center expansion, the Asian Arts Initiative is celebrating its arrival in a new home with a weekend's worth of creative fun! The festivities include the opening reception for the Chinatown In/flux exhibition, neighborhood walking tours, and program highlights from its 15-year history! All events are free and open to the public. Reservations are recommended for the performance showcase aat 7:30 pm. Click for events and times.
Monday, April 6
6:00 pm at University of Pennsylvania, Houston Hall, Golkin Room,
3417 Spruce St., Philadelphia With the economy demanding a new approach to job creation, you will want to join this discussion of options for better integrating and activating the Philadelphia region's workforce development institutions. Moderated by Penn professor Laura Wolf-Powers, a panel of academics, government leaders and career professionals will examine the ways to bring systemic change to a fragmented system. FREE. Public invited.
Tuesday, April 7
6:00 am at College for Physicians, 19 S. 22nd Street, Philadelphia Join PhillyHealthInfo.org and Radio One as they celebrate, "Take a Loved One to the Doctor Day" at the College of Physicians of Philadelphia. Radio stations 100.3 The Beat, Praise 103.9, and 107.9 WRNB will be broadcasting live from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm along with special guest Jackie Reed from the Tom Joyner Morning Show. Stop by for free health checks, screenings, healthy living information and more. Click here for more information.
Wednesday, April 8
6:30 pm at National Constitution Center,
525 Arch St.,
Philadelphia Thursday, April 9
7:45 pm at Waverly Heights, 1400 Waverly Rd., Gladwyne, PA English cottage borders, Japanese serenity havens, and classic Italian vistas have all inspired American gardeners, but what actually constitutes an American garden? Claire Sawyers, director of the Scott Arboretum at Swarthmore College, will be presenting an illustrated lecture based on her book, The Authentic Garden: Five Principles for Celebrating a Sense of Place. She provides ideas of how gardeners can stay faithful to their native surroundings and reflect American culture. FREE.
Friday, April 10
7:00 pm at Scribe Video, 4212 Chestnut St., Philadelphia Three films that explore "new beginnings" will be shown, including Francesco D. Muto’s The Garden of Light and Shadow, a loving portrait of Francesco and Pasqualina Muto who emigrated with their children to Philadelphia from Calabria, Italy in 1967. They remain connected with their homeland and family through their lush and productive garden. Another film follows Scribe graduates who have chosen to make significant changes in their lives; and a third chronicles the life of an elderly and disabled Jewish survivor and political asylee.
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This Week's Medicare Tip An “Ombudsman” is a person who reviews issues and helps to resolve them. Congress requires that Medicare have a Beneficiary Ombudsman who helps people with Medicare. The Medicare Beneficiary Ombudsman shares information with the Secretary of Health and Human Services, Congress, and other organizations about what works well, and what doesn’t work well, to continuously improve the quality of the services and care you get through Medicare by reporting problems and making recommendations. How does the Medicare Beneficiary Ombudsman help you?
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