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Office of Aging
Mary Ann LaQuatra, Assistant Deputy
Director
216-433-4136
mlaquatra@cityofbrookpark.com
Joan Corrigan, Senior Coordinator
Betty Nagy, REACH Director
You can also contact the Office of Aging by email at
seniors@cityofbrookpark.com
Downloads
Grass Cutting Program Application
Snow Removal Application
Winter Newsletter
Our New
Hours: Monday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Tuesday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Closed on
Wednesday, Thursday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Friday, 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. Our
Hours have changed but our Motto has stayed the same: We are still here
to serve you! We want to hear from you with any questions or concerns
you may have. If we don’t have the answer, we will certainly try to find
the answer for you. Don’t ever be afraid to ask, all matters
are kept strictly confidential. Call 216-433-4136.
Wednesday Shopping Bus –Change…. There will be a $1.00 fee to ride the
Wednesday Shopping Bus. Our drivers do everything they can to
accommodate your shopping needs but we will limit the shoppers to 20
passengers so call early for your reservation. Our stops will include: S
& R Market, Giant Eagle, and Marc’s. Call 216-433-4136. Please call by
Tuesday at 3:00 pm for your reservation.
On October 17, 2009, we held our First Annual Card Party. We look
forward to this being an annual event. A special thank you to the Brook
Park Booster Club, and our local city businesses for their generous
donations they have provided throughout the year to the Brook Park
Senior Club.
“Seniors Make a Clean Sweep” has been another goal of our office. On
Monday afternoons, we take an hour walk around our wonderful city and
pick up the litter. We then stop back at the Office of Aging and enjoy
some refreshments. If you are interested, please call.
Residents 60+ remember our “Senior Wheels” program. Rides available
Monday thru Friday 7:30am to 3:00 pm. Riding fees range from $1 to $3.
Call our office and we will get you registered. Seniors use the rides
for medical appointments, shopping, visiting, trips to the hairdresser,
etc.
Residents 65 and older are eligible for the Homestead Exemption, which
provides a discount on your property tax. The only requirement is that
you are the homeowner and 65 years of age. For more information, call
216-433-4136.
Are you 65+? Is your income lower than $25,000? If so, you are eligible
for the City’s Snow Removal Program. Contact the Office of Aging or City
Hall for an application. Remember that driveways are only plowed after
the City streets are cleared and at least two (2) inches of snow has
accumulated. Please be patient with our wonderful service.
Senior Citizens Club Calendar of Events
JANUARY
5 Birthdays and blood pressure, baby picture guessing game
12 10:00 a.m. Tribute to Frank Sinatra by Rob Shuss, “Italian/American
Day”
19 10:00 a.m. Movie on the big screen, “Mama Mia”
26 Pizza Day, SWGHC program—Acute Joint Center
FEBRUARY
2 10:30 a.m. Birthdays and blood pressure, “Benefits of Body Therapy” by
“Essentials Elements” Natalie Rumbaugh of Brook Park
9 10:00 a.m. Valentine Day celebration, entertainment by Ray Kasel
12 Trip to Polaris Culinary Restaurant for Friday lunch, $10
16 10:00 a.m. Fat Tuesday, Paczki Day sale, in-house horse racing
23 Hot Dog Day, SWGHC program—Cardiovascular
MARCH
2 10:30 a.m. Birthdays and blood pressure, Senior Helpers info with Pam,
treats and games included
9 10:00 a.m. History of Holy Cleveland plus gospel songs with Dave
16 St. Patrick’s Day celebration with Eastpark, Northpark
23 10:00 a.m. News Sun new changes with Ken Baka
30 Pizza Day, SWGHC program—Diet to prevent cancer
APRIL
6 Birthdays and blood pressure, Anthem BC/BS update with treats
13 10:00 a.m. Tribute to Perry Como by Rob Shuss “Italian/American Day”
18 1:00 p.m. Second Annual Tea and Fashion Show
20 10:00 a.m. Visit with Mary Todd Lincoln
27 Hot Dog Day, SWGHC program—Stroke Awareness, Best of Brook Park at
the Crown Plaza Hotel
29 12:00 p.m. Variety show at Carrie Cerino’s, stuffed pork chop dinner
REACH Office
The REACH office will be open on Monday & Thursday from 11:00
a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you have any needs, please contact Betty Nagy,
REACH Coordinator at 216-433-4168. During the Holiday Season, the
program will be accepting cash donations and donations of non-perishable
goods for those less fortunate. Please mail or drop off donations at the
REACH office, 5590 Smith Rd.
Senior Citizens Club
If you would like to meet new friends, go on some bus trips, or share
stories and company, then you should consider becoming a part of the Brook
Park Senior Club. The Club is associated with the Brook Park Recreation
Department and it's members are Brook Park residents. They meet on Tuesdays
at the Recreation Center. The Senior Coordinator is Joan Corrigan. For more
information, please call 216-433-4136. Blood Pressure is sponsored by SWGH
Community Outreach. Cancellations – Call Joan Corrigan 216-433-4136
Senior Employment Center
Are you over 40 and looking for a job? The Senior employment Center is a
non-profit organization that assists workers aged 40+ with their job search.
Located in Euclid, Ohio, the center offers job search assistance and
training, computer help, employer contacts, and general assistance with job
search matters and supplies. All services are free. Orientation is every
Wednesday at 2:00 p.m. Call 216-731-4664 to sign up for an orientation date.
Shopping Schedule
Shopping schedule on Wednesdays is to Brook Park area merchants. To join our
shoppers, call us on Tuesdays at 216-433-4136. We travel to Southland the
2nd Wednesday of each month.
Beginning Wednesday October 7th, 2009 a $1.00 fee will be charged per
person for shopping.
Grass Cutting/Snow Plowing
To participate in these programs, you may request an application by calling
216-433-1300. There are certain requirements that must be met to participate
in these programs.
Blood Pressure Screenings
In conjunction with Southwest General Health Center and the Senior
Connection, screenings
are held the 1st Tuesday of every month from 9:00 - Noon.
Prescription Drug Discount Program
The Mature RX Prescription Drug Program is available to all Brook Park
residents. The program is not insurance and there is no membership fee or
any charge to obtain the prescription card. Although the program does not
cover all medications, most brand name drugs all generic medications are
included. It is important to note the amount of the discount will vary from
drug to drug. The program administrator is FFI Health Services. For more
information or to sign-up, contact FFI Customer Service at 800-511-1314 and
mention you are with Group #BROOK PARK. All calls must be directed to FFI.
Homestead Exemption Program
The Homestead Exemption Program offers reductions in property taxes for
senior citizens and disabled individuals that meet income qualifications.
For more information, call the Cuyahoga County Auditor's office at
216-443-7050.
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